Ways to Understand
One of the early pieces of education I received as a writer is that one must first be a reader. If I’m writing creative nonfiction, I need to read other work in that genre. If I’m writing poetry, I … Continue reading →
Category Archives: poetry
Our Canadian Winter
Our winter, for anyone unfamiliar with Canada, begins anywhere from mid- to late-November, depending on the latitude. Far north the winter will set in sooner when the days get shorter and the nights feel longer. And I guess they … Continue reading →
Deep into winter
From my poetpotter blog Today it’s snowing, just the light snowflakes borne by the wind. Tracks in my backyard make me think that some rabbits in the neighbourhood had quite a time in the crisp clean snow. We could … Continue reading →
It’s a new year, this 2020
I had the privilege of working with Deborah Pryce, an artist I consider a good friend, for the cover of my poetry book, and with Glynis Belec and Amanda Belec Belec at Angel Hope Publishing for Piece by Piece. … Continue reading →
The New Year 2020
You’ve had your Christmas dinner, most likely. You’ve gathered with friends or family, maybe both, and opened gifts that awaited under your Christmas tree. You’ve expressed your appreciation to your family for those gifts of time and preparation, or time … Continue reading →
Up to the Challenge
When fellow Toastmaster Gary asked if I would someday write a book, I didn’t know how that would happen. After all I was writing short pieces only—opinion editorials and articles. After my first writer’s conference in 2001, I began … Continue reading →
Poetry Collection Travelling Light
Just over a week ago, I picked up my order of Travelling Light, a collection of my poetry that’s been published in various places from 2002 until this year. From literary publications to denominational magazines and in my own books, … Continue reading →
Upcoming event for Piece by Piece
I’ve received some amazing reviews, personal notes and kind words about my new book, Piece by Piece, from fellow writers and readers thus far. I am grateful for their sincere and generous comments. My official launch happens this Saturday, … Continue reading →
Off to Palmerston today
Today I’ll be in Palmerston for a book signing, featuring my newest book, Piece by Piece, and I’ll have copies of my other books along too. This book makes a great gift for a mother, grandmother or friend. You can … Continue reading →
Moving toward Holy Week
Last evening my husband and I attended the final soup supper at our church for this season of Lent. It was well attended and the numbers have grown throughout the season. We’ve had good conversations, eaten delicious soups and … Continue reading →