PinnedMember-onlyUnderstanding the Stages of SleepWhat they are, why they matter, and how to fix them — Most people are familiar with the basics of sleep — we know that it’s important for our health, and that we need to get a certain number of hours every night. However, there is more to sleep than just shutting your eyes and counting sheep. I, too, struggle with getting…Health And Wellness5 min readHealth And Wellness5 min read
Published in Microcosm·May 1, 2022Member-onlyThe Unforgettable Transformation of Mr. MeaksDay 2 of 💯: The power of change — 100 Story Challenge3 min read100 Story Challenge3 min read
Published in Microcosm·Feb 17, 2022Member-onlyPanicDay 1 of 💯: The overactive imagination — 100 Story Challenge2 min read100 Story Challenge2 min read
Dec 16, 2021Member-onlySorry Not SorryA Poem — I’ve paid my dues and lived my shame, I’ve repented for the mistakes I’ve made. Sins made, big and small, are only one size to God after all. I’m no longer sorry. My debt has been paid. So, stop bringing it up like I deserve to still pay. You’re allowed…Relationships1 min readRelationships1 min read
Published in Writers’ Blokke·Dec 14, 2021Member-only3 Goals I Didn’t Complete in 2021 And WhyIncomplete goals and why they still matter — “While I didn’t accomplish the few things I desired to do at the start of this year, I have “learned” from the not-doing.” Yesterday, I woke up, and it was January 1st of 2021 and the hellish year of 2020 was finally over. There could be hope once again! No…Goals6 min readGoals6 min read
Oct 1, 2021Member-onlyWhat in the World is a Pushcart Prize Nomination?That is what I asked when I received the message — I sat tapping away at the keyboard. Messenger dinged. Initially, it looked like another random man attempting to message me about how hot they thought I was.Pushcart Prize3 min readPushcart Prize3 min read
Published in Writers’ Blokke·Sep 19, 2021Member-only10 Things I Would Likely Be Lost WithoutI would survive, but it wouldn’t be pretty — I am a bit late for the party! Danielle Loewen challenged me to write this list of 10 Things I Can’t Live Without and I’ll be damned if I am going to ignore it. Life just got in the way for a little while. Plus, it’s a fantastic idea! This…10 Essentialthings6 min read10 Essentialthings6 min read
Sep 13, 2021Member-onlyClean Doesn’t Mean PerfectFind what works for you — The word clean follows me through every room. Laundry, in little piles or in baskets, is everywhere I turn. Every day it overwhelms me. Clutter from those who don’t stay in the house 24/7 piles up throughout the house. …Unblocked 214 min readUnblocked 214 min read
Published in The Lark·Jun 24, 2021Member-onlyCrumbling PiecesA long goodbye — You called me today. My fingers itched and my heart raced, I wanted to answer. I didn’t. It has been months since we spoke last. You left some obscure nastygram on my personal Facebook feed about an invitation you didn’t get to my child’s birthday. You thought everyone could see. …Friendship Breakup2 min readFriendship Breakup2 min read
Published in The Lark·Jun 15, 2021Member-onlyThe CutieHow to enjoy an orange — Opening her mouth, she let out a shrill squeal of laughter. She ran, feet hitting the smooth, cool wooden floor on the way to the kitchen. …Microfiction2 min readMicrofiction2 min read
