A to Z Blogging

Gratitude

Things that I am thankful for as a writer: The blank page:What?Why?The possibilities are endless. I start each day with fresh and new. I can create what I want every day, from worlds to characters, creatures, adventures, and so on. Love of books:“Reading gives us someplace to go when we have to stay where we… Continue reading Gratitude

Miscellaneous

Betwixt

The shift happened a few weeks ago and the Autumn Equinox is upon us. We are officially nestling into the season between summer and winter. The nights settle on us earlier and welcome the soft glow of candles and the warmth from fireplaces. I enjoy these cooler nights which are quiet and contemplative. It is… Continue reading Betwixt

Miscellaneous

A refreshing end

Thunk, thunk, thunk, thunk. My footfalls are steady and patterned. I feel happy that I have found a pace that will sustain me through this run. The heat of the sun is grueling. I keep pushing forward with 1 foot in front of the other, but I am conscious of the fact that there is… Continue reading A refreshing end

Parenting & Other Life Stories

Small Piece of Balance

“Sometimes running sucks: you’re tired, it’s too early and its cold, you don’t wanna. Still you lace them up and remember why you run.” – Run Pretty Far I run to bring balance into my life. However, finding drive and inspiration as a solo runner can be challenging so naturally some runs come easier than… Continue reading Small Piece of Balance

Miscellaneous

I Appreciate You!

“Appreciation can change a day, even change a life. Your willingness to put it into words as all that is necessary.” – Margaret Cousins I just wanted to end the month off with a big heartfelt thank you to all of you. I appreciate all your support and participation here at Writing is Communication! I… Continue reading I Appreciate You!

Coffee Blog

If we were enjoying a lazy morning coffee…

Let’s paint a picture: It’s been a long week and relief and tiredness followed you home last night. The night was what it was and now morning stretches and yawns around you, lazily, and the whole weekend lays ahead of you. You stretch and pick up the steaming mug of coffee and pad to your… Continue reading If we were enjoying a lazy morning coffee…

Miscellaneous

Go to the sun

  When it’s been the kind of winter that seems to never want to end. There has been snowfall after snowfall and regular temperatures have been between minus thirty and minus fifty. The thought of heat from the summer sun is a distant memory, a hazy dream. Then it happens; you find that special person… Continue reading Go to the sun

Parenting & Other Life Stories

The Day Fades Away

I’m thankful for those moments when the day fades away. Those moments where that tiny child rolls onto his side snuggled close after story time, his little body already radiating the heat of sleep, and the rhythmic breath of a sleeper is all that can be heard in the dusky room. The comfort of your… Continue reading The Day Fades Away

Parenting & Other Life Stories

Where does Mom fit in?

The Penis Chronicles presents “Where does Mom fit in?” When my son was 8 years old he started walking to school without his parents. It was a big deal all around and I was proud of him, but I also struggled with parental doubts about his age, responsibility, what ifs, and societal questions. Regardless, he… Continue reading Where does Mom fit in?