Category: Grief
Putting the “Treat” in Retreat
I started going to Door County, Wisconsin, last year for an annual writing retreat—to get away, unplug and immerse in some creative endeavors. Mostly writing, but now with a nascent YouTube channel,... Read More
Mountain Climbing with Friends
I don’t often receive surprise packages in the mail. I can’t say “never,” but it’s definitely a rarity. In late summer last year, I was treated to such an act of kindness... Read More
Bearing the Lion’s Share of Grief
This caught my eye on my calendar the other day as I approach the one-year anniversary of the loss of my sweet puppy girl, Kallie. It caught my eye, and–surprisingly–made me smile because ... Read More
Back in the Saddle Again
This post marks my 300th blog. I wrote earlier in the year about re-committing and refocusing on writing here, as well as other projects. I’ve loved every minute of it. I love it so much, I had ... Read More
The Soundtrack of Memories
There are times when I’m driving or walking or showering when I ask Siri to “play music I like.” He misses the mark more than he hits it. So when he nails it, it feels soooo good! Mo... Read More
Walking in the Present
I spent a lot less time outside this winter. Without my winter-loving Mongolian snow beast, there was no reason to suit up (or boot up) and play in the snow. Though we didn’t get much snow this ... Read More
Retreating
I renewed a commitment to myself this year. I took some time and intention to remind myself that I’m a writer. And writers are writers because they write. So, I’ve worked to build a content calend... Read More
A Night to Remember
Since saying goodbye to my sweet puppy girl in December, she, Ken, and Quantum have been on my mind even more than usual. Though Ken and Quantum never met Kallie, they are intimately connected to each... Read More