Turning 9 Years Old
I celebrate Kylie's ninth birthday, her curiosity, insight, questions, confidence, and the giant leap she made that year.
39 - A Resting Leaf
On my 39th birthday, I reflect on work, honesty, challenge, balance, and trying to rest like a leaf in the rain.
It's No Big Deal
I use a loose cupboard door to think about stoicism, small problems, and when no big deal still needs attention.
Seeking Quiet
I reflect on John Cleese, tending the garden of the mind, negativity, quiet, and the need to protect inner space.
A Symphony of Memories
I remember my grandmother through Thanksgiving in Regina, family stories, music, ceremony, and the memories that surfaced.
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I take a day off to recharge and feel better after spending eight hours away from work and errands.
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I write about my frustration when promises to my daughter become another disappointment.
In Loving Memory of Barbara Stange
I remember my grandmother Barbara Stange, her many names, her writing, and the connection we shared.
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I enjoy the magical first conversations with someone new and hope they keep going.
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I write about introversion and the hard moment when I want connection but struggle to reach out.
Late night thoughts
I let late-night whisky loosen thoughts about parenting, baseball, creativity, theatre admin, work, and getting through hard days.
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I admit life feels like a battle and wish I could make a few small wins happen.
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I hope that when I wake up, I can still do the thing I thought I would do tonight.
What’s in My Head
I write about overthinking, perfectionism, margin, work, and why this space went quiet despite all the ideas in my head.