On a night four years ago, I went on a date. If the cold hadn’t forced all the leaves off the trees, the manic wind made sure the job was done. On this night I would take the first step in achieving one of my largest goals—I just didn’t realize it. During this date, weContinueContinue reading “I’m Publishing My First Book!”
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From the Humans of Calgary FB Page
Originally posted on what was known as the Humans of Calgary Facebook page. You can now read the original post on the Humans of LDS Facebook page. I woke up and tears streamed down my face. No thoughts crossed my mind, I did not have to hear anything, see anything. I woke up and IContinueContinue reading “From the Humans of Calgary FB Page”
Why I Stopped Writing at the End of 2022
A simple goal. Write weekly, forgive myself if I miss a week, or even two, and keep writing for my blog. By 2022, I had accomplished half-consistently posting at this rate. As a university student, that felt good. If I could continue like that, I could start seriously working on my other goals: grow myContinueContinue reading “Why I Stopped Writing at the End of 2022”
Mother’s Sonnet
The womb and heart overflowing with loveSome mothers’ role began with one small spark:Deciding to welcome home the new dove,And now begin her most selfless embark. The womb empty, but the heart overflowsWith longing, love—feeling liens du choixFor with no child, it was this they still chose:To give age, ear, heart, hand to those theyContinueContinue reading “Mother’s Sonnet”