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
See You Next Week
I’ve been having a hard time lately so wasn’t able to write a post for today. Look for one in your mailbox next week! For … 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
Happy Holidays!
Happy Christmas everyone! Hope you’re celebrating in whatever way works best for you, from ignoring it altogether to having a big family get together and … 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
In the Thick of it
Last week I had three book interviews, which is a lot for me. But I did it! Sometimes you just have to lean into the … 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
