Taking Deep Breaths

The first few days of summer break.

On Wanting to be The Writer Who Draws

I have never been an artist in the most traditional sense of the word.

Writing Before 6:00 am

Amid busy days, I have found time for writing.

Reflections on the Nurse Who Held My Hand

I have the deepest admiration for the nursing profession.

Creating a Creative Space

My backyard is a haven.

Writing vs. Sleep, Part 2

I cannot write productively on little sleep.

Writing for the Sake of Writing is Not Worth Reading

I wasn’t going to contribute to the garbage on the internet.

When an Emotional Fever Hits

Illness can be a reaction to what’s happening in my life.

Making Time for What’s Important

The things that are important should have room in your life.

When Writing Big Things Isn’t Always Possible

I have a good system for capturing fleeting ideas.

Working Through Sleep Deprivation

Having an infant makes morning writing time hard.

What to Write When You’re Sick

Juggling home life and work becomes tremendously harder with a sick child.