The Spice of Life
Lately I’ve been thinking about the activities I’ve lost as my illness worsens and I have less energy to do the things I like. I … Read more
writing
Let’s Make a Deal
I had a great topic for a blog post, but I was in the shower or out in the garden or walking or doing something … Read more
Finding the Process
When I wrote my first book, I felt like I had it relatively easy. I pored over my field books, journals, and archived emails. Dug … Read more
On Solitude
In the last few blog posts I’ve written about words that have popped up in my head and not left until I aired them out: … Read more
I Love Pens
I love pens. Which means I’m picky about the ones I use. I don’t necessarily have to have expensive ones—I’m happy with the basics. But … Read more
Edmonton LitFest 2025
Welcome back everyone! It’s time to reboot the blog and come back from hiatus. Even though I don’t feel 100%, I have lots of new … Read more
All Booked Out
It’s been a busy three weeks since my book came out, with podcasts and interviews and signing events. Well before my book came out, back … Read more
To Friendship
When University of Alberta Press told me that my book would be published on June 17th, I immediately started thinking of what I could do … Read more
Party time!
It’s just under a month until my book comes out, and I’m looking forward to my launch event at a remote resort with no internet … Read more
