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Spring Awakening – The Ghazal Series

Posted on April 28, 2013 8 Comments

The slow awakening of spring parallels an awakening in my life and maybe yours. Early morning sunrises, warm afternoons, colorful blooms help remove the dour days of winter. For some of us, like me, we are entering a new cycle, another move, another job, and most importantly publication of another book. So today, I’m sharing […]

Which version of this poem, Meditation, is the best?

Posted on March 24, 2013 12 Comments

Usually when I revise a poem, I see it as much better than an earlier version, however, as I looked at this poem, I could not decide which is better. So, dear readers, I would appreciate receiving in your comments which one you think is best, #1, originally written in 2002 or #2 revised in […]

Thank You Haiku to My Readers

Posted on March 17, 2013 14 Comments

In the past few weeks the kind comments I’ve received from many readers, and an increasing number of likes have made me feel that my writing is reaching and touching readers and fellow writers. So today, I want to thank all of you who take time to read my poetry, stories, and occasional observations. I […]

Illimitable Beauty

Posted on January 13, 2013 4 Comments

Magic happened when I saw my writing in publication, even if it’s just a Kindle Singles. I have a published work. Maybe I’m just one of thousands of Amazon writers, but I can say I have a book for sale. The magic is like fairy dust sprinkled over me making me feel golden and light. […]

Sarabha

Posted on September 29, 2012 Leave a Comment

This Buddhist tale is a Jataka Tale, a story of one of Shayamuni Buddha’s earlier lives. It is a touching story of compassion and kindness. Click on the link below to hear the story. http://storytellingtheater.com/storytellingtheater.com/PERFORMANCE/Entries/2011/9/30_sarabha.html

Kenelinda

Posted on September 15, 2012 Leave a Comment

This African folktale of love, loss, courage, and resurrection is one of my favorite. Enjoy. Just click onto the link below. http://storytellingtheater.com/storytellingtheater.com/PERFORMANCE/Entries/2011/5/13_kenelinda.html

The Rewards of Positive Persistance – A Folktale for Returning to School

Posted on September 1, 2012 Leave a Comment

Today, for the listening pleasure of young and old, is the story of a young man who used changing circumstances and confidence in himself to achieve his goal. Just click on the link below and enjoy. http://storytellingtheater.com/storytellingtheater.com/PERFORMANCE/Entries/2011/7/31_crickets_riddle.html

The Story of My Birth – The Ballad of Mama Queen

Posted on August 25, 2012 3 Comments

Beginning a new career path as a school nurse at a small elementary school in the heart of the Hopi Nation causes me to reflect on this journey that has led me here. My childhood dreams have changed through time. I began reflecting on my life when I was in fourth grade with my first […]

The Couple Who Returned from the Land of the Dead

Posted on August 18, 2012 Leave a Comment

Today, an oral story. This African folktale speaks of love, death, and resurrection. Click onto link below. Enjoy. http://storytellingtheater.com/storytellingtheater.com/PERFORMANCE/Entries/2011/6/13_The_couple_who_returned_from_the_land_of_the_dead.html

The Becoming

Posted on July 13, 2012 3 Comments

I wrote my first poem when I was in third grade. My only book published is a slim poetry chapbook, “I Am That We May Be” published by Third World Press in the seventies. Poetry dances in and out of my life like a seasonal bird. Poetry requires space and time to see and receive […]