The Red Maiden is a figure in Slavic mythology that I’ve often imagined, but tucked away on my list of stories to learn later. Lately, a passion for the old stories of my Polish and French roots has driven me back to that imagination. I couldn’t ignore the call to them even if I ran…
I’ve never really thought of myself finding inspired words in poetry. However, the last few years I’ve been leaning hard into reading more of it and have discovered some of the most powerful writing as a result. One of my favourites is Natasha Trethewey’s Myth . However, I always seem to end up back with…
When I woke up this morning, I knew it was International Women’s Day. I found myself at a loss for what to write about. I love all the posts about raising and being strong women. They are so warm and wonderful. However, they are not really my style. Still, nothing settled on me. So, I…
Standing in the Appalachians of South Carolina was not on my list for 2023. However, a few weeks ago, I got a sobering call from my Dad. I expected the chat to be very warm and lovely, as our chats often are. This one broke me into pieces. His wife, Sharon, a mother figure in…