Tag: writing
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Snowstorms and Reflections: Assumptions, Life, and Apologies
Reflections inspired by snowstorms and the lessons of patience, assumptions, and accountability. Explore life’s challenges through the lens of humility, respect, and personal growth.
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Fogged Minds and Writer’s Block: Writing Through Migraines
Migraines and writer’s block collide in the fog, but creativity finds a way through. Explore how sensory chaos, pain, and resilience shape writing with migraines, plus tools and tips for navigating blank pages and aching heads. A personal journey of persistence amidst challenges. What’s your method for pushing through?
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Self-Care and Writing in Chaos: Lessons From My Alphabet Soup Life
Self-care shapes health, creativity, and connection—but finding balance in chaos is easier said than done. From navigating ADHD and ASD to writing through challenges, I share my personal journey of grappling with self-care amid the unpredictability of my ‘alphabet soup’ life.
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From Night Owl to Storyteller: The Quirks of Creative Minds
Creativity doesn’t follow a schedule. For authors, it strikes at odd hours—during quiet nights, lost in stories, or chasing fleeting inspiration. But with this spontaneity comes challenges: missed meals, disrupted routines, and sensory intensity. Still, the joy of storytelling makes it all worthwhile, as night owls become storytellers of the heart.
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Writing Through Pain: Escaping Struggles and Finding Strength
Opening Reflection: Living with Mobility Challenges Mobility challenges shape every aspect of life, often in ways that others may not even realize. For me, these challenges have become part of my daily rhythm, influencing how I interact with the world and approach even the simplest tasks. They’ve taught me mîno-pimohtêwin (the good way of walking,…
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The Fire That Never Burned Out: My Journey to Preserving Valor
How did today’s post “When Valor is Stolen: Resisting DEI Erasure and the Rise of a Dark Future” come about. Here is why, here is my personal feelings on this and why it resonated so strong with me for so many reasons. When I was a young girl, I dreamed of serving in the military—not…
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When Valor is Stolen: Resisting DEI Erasure and the Rise of a Dark Future
The Navajo Code Talkers’ bravery saved lives, yet their legacy is still overshadowed by injustice. Now, Lieutenant Colonel Charles Calvin Rogers’ Medal of Honor page vanishes into silence. This is more than neglect—it’s erasure. If we allow this, how many more heroes and stories will be lost forever?
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Acts of Kindness: The Power of Community Support in Crisis
Today has been quite productive. I revised my website to better align with its current scope. As mentioned in several sections, I utilize AI to assist with grammar, punctuation, and other basics. Today, I extended this assistance to refine the tone of my personal writings and the site itself. This approach provides an added layer…
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Through the Pen Name: Writing, Safety, and the Struggle to Be Heard
Discover the transformative journey of writing under a pen name. Explore themes of creativity, personal growth, and the challenges of sharing stories anonymously, while building a space to connect and inspire.
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Focusing the Lens: An Update for New and Returning Readers
This blog began as a personal exploration and has evolved into a haven for creativity, reflection, and truth. From raw, fictional drafts to real-life stories, it’s a space to share voices, perspectives, and journeys that matter.
Who am I? 