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
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
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!
The Glass Hill 