A Letter to My Youngest Sibling
Issa Dearest Youngest Sibling, I recall seeing you swinging on a wooden swing, lost in contemplation, that day in EVO Nature Park. I couldn’t help but wonder what you were thinking…
Verses
Making It Through the First Year of Motherhood
In the calm, milky light of dawn, my newborn son nestled against me, and a maelstrom of emotions crashed over me. One moment, I’m drowning in a tidal wave of…
Modern Girl’s Ode to the Geeky Caveman
In you I remember the beauty of country life, Hills and mountains, green grass – the island born of fire, Tall trees, crystal waters singing through the rocks, Nature simply…
What Are Truly Worth Your Tears
If I had a grandma like hers, who constantly and faithfully advised: “Never cry, never complain, To God you may, but not to humans.” Those who like you will only…
Eat a Cranberry, Pumpkin Seed & Blueberry Bar
If you are to rise, learn to descend, Life doesn’t always bring mountains to ascend. Decaf, Americano, large – the boss commanded. Without batting an eyelid, I complied. I pressed…