For the mothers who made usAnd the mothers we’ve become For the Moms we chose in lifeAnd Moms who chose their son For the ones we hug or call todayOr those whose journeys done Whether celebrating the good ol daysOr what you’ve overcome I wish you peace and happiness And if your Moms unreachableBy nature […]
It’s that time of year when we promise we’ll change everything we don’t admire about ourselves and finally become perfect. I don’t know about you, but typically life gets in the way and I end the year about the same as I started. Recently, I listened to a podcast about resolutions and heard a lovely […]
I’m not a competitive swimmer or diver, but my kids are team swimmers. The rigor and athleticism of their weekly practices are a far cry from the pool days of my childhood. I grew up walking down my gravel lane in rubber flip-flops after a latch-key lunch, waiting until no cars were coming from either […]
I have despised graphic novels for a while. As an author and avid reader, I would see the graphic novel version of a classic at the library and sneer. My oldest had a friend in middle school who always got the newest “My Hero Academia” as soon as it came out and then shared it […]
My mid-forties are living up to the reputation of being when you go searching for the person you always were but never had time to be. I’m leaning into my authentic self by prioritizing things that resonate for me. That means seeking out new adventures and interesting people. Recently I scrolled into a post by […]
I’m a dreamer and a planner. A seeker of sorts. Prone to melancholy and unwarranted optimism. The last few years have brought a heavy mental load. The stress and worry of Covid-19, the politics, and the fight for justice have all rested on my heart in addition to my own triumphs and failures. In response […]
I’m not glamorous. I’m a disabled working Mom who usually needs a nap. The inertia of domestic life means I rarely get out to do things. After all the required elements of domestic life, it feels like too much work to spramp myself up and go shopping or to a show. I live a comfortable […]
The Talking Stick is an annual anthology published by the Jackpine Writer’s Bloc. This year I was honored to have two pieces selected for publication. In addition to being published, the piece “Charlie and Ruby” won the fiction category, and “Cat on Fire” got second place for humor. You can find this collection of poetry, […]
Jennifer zipped in front of the truck on the left and merged onto the highway. She waved her hand as thanks to the honking she received, then pointedly ignored the glare of the driver behind her and tuned the radio to NPR. She adjusted the air, unbuttoned her jacket, and pushed her hair out of […]
I’ve spent some time telling you about my life. Today, I am sharing a bit of fiction. Miriam pulled her cart to the side of the aisle, withdrew her shopping list and pen from her cross body purse then slid it behind her. Scanning the list, she let out a satisfied sigh. Her menu planning […]
Anne Jackson 