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!
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
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
Once upon an August, I met a cat during a late-night walk, and when I returned, this poem came pouring out of me. I hadn’t expected to write it, but it remains one of my favorites. What do you think? ~*~ Sinew-strength of willow-swiftness, Whisper-steps of soundless silk. Shadow-son of will-o’-wispness, Drifting ninja, specter-sylph. Gold-green … Continue reading Cat
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!
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!
This post is dedicated to Maria McDonald, history tutor and Canadian patriot. 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 both … Continue reading God Save Canada
The Glass Hill 