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Author: Miriam Novotny

Greetings, friend! I am a Catholic young lady pursuing Truth, Beauty, and Goodness. I enjoy good conversation, good books, and cinnamon tea. Above all, I like to glorify my Maker with the gifts that He has given me. In other words, I like to WRITE! I write on a variety of topics, though they are usually tied in some way to literature and storytelling. I like best to spin stories of my own imagining, and try to learn all I can from masters such as J. R. R. Tolkien, C. S. Lewis, and George MacDonald. May you travel safely, fellow pilgrim, and live Happily Ever After!

Spring Book Tag! (Part One)

May 17, 2022May 21, 2022 ~ Miriam Novotny ~ 1 Comment

Hello! I hope you are all having a happy spring! Where I live, tulips buds are swelling, violets are blooming in secret corners, and trees are gently dusted with green. The days are warm and summer is just around the corner. Spring is my favorite time of year, and when I saw Heather’s “Spring Has … Continue reading Spring Book Tag! (Part One)

Epiphany — And a Christmas Poem!

January 8, 2022April 26, 2022 ~ Miriam Novotny ~ 2 Comments

The word epiphany is derived from a Greek word meaning "to manifest, to display, to come suddenly into view," which in turn is thought to have come from an ancient Indo-European root meaning "to shine."1 For me, it conjures up images of sudden revelation -- a break in the clouds, a beam of starlight, a … Continue reading Epiphany — And a Christmas Poem!

The Lost Tales of Sir Galahad – EXCITING ANNOUNCEMENT!

November 12, 2021April 13, 2022 ~ Miriam Novotny ~ 9 Comments

Have you ever read the legends of King Arthur? Or Sir Galahad? In one story it is told how, during his quest for the Holy Grail, Sir Galahad "rode for a long while in a wild forest and had many adventures of divers sorts, of which no account hath been given. . ." 1 Whenever … Continue reading The Lost Tales of Sir Galahad – EXCITING ANNOUNCEMENT!

The Road: A Collection of Thoughts

August 11, 2021April 26, 2022 ~ Miriam Novotny ~ 5 Comments

It's been a while since my last commonplace post, so I thought I'd do another one. This time I've curated a collection of thoughts about the road. I especially like this one because of the way each quote flows into the next. They fill me with wanderlust and make me want to love the unknown … Continue reading The Road: A Collection of Thoughts

God Save Canada (Original Poem)

July 3, 2021April 26, 2022 ~ Miriam Novotny ~ 7 Comments

This post is dedicated to Maria McDonald, an inspiring example of Canadian patriotism.  A belated happy Canada Day to all my Canadian readers! And if you're American, have a happy Independence Day! Or if you're neither Canadian nor American, I hope you have a wonderful day all the same. 🙂 I am privileged to be … Continue reading God Save Canada (Original Poem)

On Reading The Hound of Ulster

June 14, 2021April 26, 2022 ~ Miriam Novotny ~ 5 Comments

Author and folklorist Rosemary Sutcliff once wrote, “You can learn a lot about a people from their stories, because their stories show the way they think and feel and look at things.”1 This is the power of mythology — it allows us to see through the eyes of cultures long past. Sometimes it reveals forgotten … Continue reading On Reading The Hound of Ulster

Victor-Giant

April 19, 2021April 26, 2022 ~ Miriam Novotny ~ 9 Comments

Hello, all! Sorry about my recent absence. Life has been busy, but it seems like the perfect time for a fresh start. Everywhere, the world is being made new. The flowers are opening, the robins are back, and the trees are uncurling their tiny leaves. So here I am! I’d like to wish you all … Continue reading Victor-Giant

The Word Became Flesh: A Collection of Thoughts

January 5, 2021April 27, 2022 ~ Miriam Novotny ~ 6 Comments

Hello, friend! I hope your Christmas was blessed and joyful. In spite of the hard times we are living in, my family has made some lovely memories. My favorite part was singing carols by candlelight. As I sang songs and read books, I copied my favorite passages into a notebook -- the same notebook I … Continue reading The Word Became Flesh: A Collection of Thoughts

Martinmas (Original Retelling)

November 13, 2020November 11, 2021 ~ Miriam Novotny ~ 6 Comments

Yesterday was November 11th, the day that we honor those who have served and the sacrifices they have made. It was also the feast of St. Martin of Tours. This is a favorite holiday in my family. It heralds the end of Autumn and the coming of Advent, reminding me to love my neighbor as myself. … Continue reading Martinmas (Original Retelling)

The Flaming Peacock (Original Story)

October 5, 2020December 3, 2020 ~ Miriam Novotny ~ 6 Comments

Once upon a time, there was a young man. He lived with his father and his mother in a small townhouse. One morning, as he started off to class, the car broke down. Try as he might, it would not start. Just as the lad was ready to give up, an old woman came up the road and asked ...

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Miriam Novotny

Greetings, friend! You have found the blog of a myth-maker, a word-painter, a story-spinner. Here I will write stories, write about stories, and honor Truth. Join me on this quest that we may live Happily Ever After!

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