This evening we celebrated St. Patrick’s Eve. Tomorrow is dedicated to Shadow & Bone, and the Irish deserve their own occasion. My friend Lin is […]
A week for great television
This is the week for great television. The Last of Us had its season finale on Sunday. It is already confirmed for more seasons. It […]
Apparently, I really want to watch Titanic
Some nights we dream about TitanicThe tragedy, the romanceThe applause on the staircaseOnce a decade I feel compelledTo sink into devastationLike the unsinkable ship sank […]
82 Days
Okay, no haiku tonight. I know you love them — I love them as an easy writing exercise on days when I am busy or […]
Worth the Distance
Seven hundred miles Four-hour conversation It’s worth the distance With Love,Natalie
Road Trip
Driving, four day stretch Day two, Des Moines, with my friends Tomorrow: Kansas With love, Natalie
Learning
I wish I could learn from the readingAll the study and the videos and googling the answerI wish I didn’t have to be there doingMaking […]
What People Actually Understand
I came across this image today and it was a good reminder to always check for understanding. I’ve been learning more about Nonviolent Communication (NVC). […]
Proofing
I spent the evening Proofing a whole book for work So no words tonight With Love, Natalie
Eyes Open
Waking up too soonIn the hours when my eyes won’t stay openBut my mind won’t stay still The fatigue follows mePricks at the corners of […]