“Regardless, step back and appreciate how lovely the little things were.” ― Dominic Riccitello A tiny amount of early morning light—some from fading stars—lights my husband’s face. The glow traces his eyes, his nose, and I watch for the rise and fall of his chest. There. He’s there. Still with me. So much is different now. What used to be… Read More
Where Have I Been?
“Always remember, your focus determines your reality.” ~ George Lucas Where have I been? Time is such a rascal. One moment, I had a plan, a rhythm, a playful creativity, and the next, POOF! I am staring at the calendar that says 2025. How did I let go of my writing? Or did I? If I step back and… Read More
In One Stroke, My World Changed
It’s up to you, and it’s up to me No one can say what we get to be So why don’t we rewrite the stars? Lyrics from Rewrite the Stars composed by Benj Paske and Justin Paul “Are you going to love me today?” I asked. “No.” It was at that moment I knew something was wrong. My husband and I… Read More


