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Bicycling in the Rain at Hedgebrook

Hedgebrook is a residency on Whidbey Island in Washington state for women identifying writers. I first stayed there back in 1999. It wasn’t as well-known then, but in the years since it has become a very sought after residency. I’ve been fortunate to return as an alumna in 2016 and again this past March. SomeContinue reading “Bicycling in the Rain at Hedgebrook”

Creative Alchemy with Sarah Greenman

I have been a patron of Sarah Greenman’s wonderful Creative Alchemy Cycle since its formal inception. So much of my creativity in the past few years can be traced back to my engagement with the cycle. I recently had the rich experience of talking with Sarah for her Collaborative Alchemy Podcast. We discussed language, community,Continue reading “Creative Alchemy with Sarah Greenman”

San Diego Decameron Project Anthology and Book Launch

My essay, Such Vitality!, is included in the newly published The San Diego Decameron Project Anthology. Along with many of the authors, I will be reading a brief excerpt on Monday, March 21, 2022 at 6:30pm to celebrate the anthology launch. Copies will be available for purchase at the event. I resisted and resented takingContinue reading “San Diego Decameron Project Anthology and Book Launch”

Purple Waves

I finally finished this painting of my son riding the waves. In “Such Vitality!“, my essay for The San Diego Decameron Project, I talked about being stuck at the beach while he surfed. I found nature at the mouth of the San Diego River, which led to The TAG Project. My work with Creative AlchemistContinue reading “Purple Waves”