Reading and Writing for the Glory of God
In my mind, The Fellowship of the Ring will always be an autumn book. I especially love the following passage, and how it captures the special kind of wanderlust that is unique to the season: “He found himself wondering at times, especially in the autumn, about the wild lands, and strange visions of mountains that … Continue reading Sunflower Season: Adjustments and Adventure
Hello, all! I haven't had much time for writing lately as I've been busy with other things (like teaching literature to homeschool students -- what a joy!). In spite of this, though, I have some exciting writing news to share with you: Bandersnatch Books,1 publisher of treasures found off the beaten path, is releasing a … Continue reading Exciting News: Upcoming Children’s Poetry Anthology!
It was during high school that I discovered the delights of the mystery genre. I enjoyed it thoroughly but generally left it feeling a little jealous of its protagonists. As an absent-minded daydreamer, my brain has always worked more like that of Anne Shirley than Sherlock Holmes or Nancy Drew. And while I loved Anne … Continue reading Gabriel Gale: Unexpected Detective
Anne of Green Gables is (and always will be) my favorite of Montgomery's works, but the second in the series (Anne of Avonlea) is also close to my heart. One passage in particular has stayed with me over the years, and pops into my head from time to time. It is from Chapter 13, when … Continue reading Of Picnics, Poetry, and Joyful Resilience
About this time last year, I wrote this post and then forgot to share it with you. I decided to share it now! You can think of it as a kind of bookish time capsule -- enjoy! What’s your favorite thing about summer? For me, it’s the chance to read some of the books I … Continue reading Last, Now, Next: Summer Reading 2023
As Eastertide draws to a close, I find myself reflecting on Our Lord’s ability to redeem seemingly godforsaken situations, transforming them into channels of grace. And what better season to contemplate this? What better example of His ability to turn such situations inside out than the Crucifixion and Resurrection? With this in mind, here are … Continue reading Inside-Out: A Collection of Thoughts – Part 2
Hello! I know I haven't been active here lately (I've been busy with other creative projects!), but I wanted to take a moment to share some quotes that have impacted me. Starting with a bout of COVID last year, and culminating in my reading this Lent, the Lord has led me to reflect on how … Continue reading Inside Out: A Collection of Thoughts
This poem is very close to my heart. It is partly the result of my contemplation of Edmund Blair Leighton's painting, The King and the Beggar-Maid, and partly the result of a spontaneous, late-night prayer. Though the painting depicts characters from a 16th century ballad, it always made me think of of something far more … Continue reading Beloved
The Glass Hill 