Immortalizing Our Mothers
Each term in a mother’s growth is challenging and rewarding, beyond imagination. Her body changes. Her mind changes. Her heart triples in size. Continue reading Immortalizing Our Mothers
Category: Writing
Giving Life to Galaxies
A woman with her chest bared, depicted in a classic painting, was giving life to both a young child and the world in which we live today. In Greek mythology, this woman was credited with giving birth to the Milky Way. Continue reading Giving Life to Galaxies
Our Own Creation Myth
It wasn’t until the small hours of the night that I picked up my research into folklore and mythology, and dug into a creation myth to understand how one tribe perceived the Northern Lights. Continue reading Our Own Creation Myth
Under the Quill
For nearly two and a half years, I’ve been frequenting these secret societies, where everyone dons a funny hat and picks up a quill pen, then delves deep into the human condition, trying to unravel the mysteries of life. Continue reading Under the Quill
Sur Angels
In memory of my late twin brothers, who died five years ago at the young age of 13, I wrote this poem. I was visiting the Big Sur of California for the first time, tracing the steps of notable poets and novelists, and searching for healing during a writers retreat. Continue reading “Sur Angels”
Sliding on the ice
There’s something about northern winters that draws me to the blank page. Continue reading Sliding on the ice
Inspiring literature
With the cold and cloudy arrival of 2016, I completed one lifelong goal and drifted into a more meditative phase. Continue reading Inspiring literature
The Road to Whiteface Mountain
As an aspiring novelist, I devoted my Saturday to creating fictional scenes that celebrate the Northern Lights. I wrote most of the climax for my first book, and with each suspenseful word, I became more excited to embark on the journey to becoming a published author. Continue reading The Road to Whiteface Mountain
‘You are my tribe’
Aurora chasers are a rare breed. They’re creative, adventurous, open and curious about life’s mysteries. Not to mention fearless! Continue reading ‘You are my tribe’
Writing new chapters
Life has been full of joyful surprises lately! Aurora chasing and novel writing are keeping me very busy, and on … Continue reading Writing new chapters
A Still Life Watercolor 