PinnedPublished inBe YourselfSubmit Like A Man: How Women Writers Can Become More SuccessfulFor six years, I worked as Co-Editor-in-Chief at a small literary journal in the Northwest, Crab Creek Review.May 24, 201525May 24, 201525
An Open Letter to the Partners, Spouses, Children, Parents, and Friends of Women Who Like to Travel…On my way to a writing residency, a friend said to me, “I think you may be running away from something.”Jun 21, 20212Jun 21, 20212
You Are Not Being Graded on How Well You Do the PandemicRecently, I’ve started telling my friends who are tired, overwhelmed, frustrated, afraid, not coping well, and trying their best — we do…Sep 24, 20201Sep 24, 20201
A Brief Letter to America On Why Many of Us Are HurtingIn the last 24 hours, I have made the realization why many Americans are so angry and upset over the newly-elected president. It’s because…Nov 11, 2016Nov 11, 2016
You Are Not a Brand. . .Why Writers & Artists Should Not Be Limited By Those Who Want to Define UsJan 29, 20162Jan 29, 20162
Measuring Success as a Writer or Artist: A Basic Guide to HappinessIn America, sometimes we confuse “success” with monetary wealth. We think people who make more money are more successful and even happier.Aug 11, 20151Aug 11, 20151
Respect Our Girls: On The Mixed Messages Sent To DaughtersAs school begins and dress code rules begin to be broken or complained about, I am thinking about the mixed messages we send our girls, our…Sep 9, 2014Sep 9, 2014
Being a Writer in a Family of “Normals”: A Holiday SpecialThe holidays have a beautiful uneasiness of bringing families back together.Dec 26, 2013Dec 26, 2013