Category Archives: Poems

Last week I was on a writing retreat with one of my critique groups – an annual event at the home of one of our members. It is a few days full of catching up, learning, writing, relaxing, reading, and … Continue reading →

The assignment from my poetry group, the Nevermores, over at Inked Voices was to write an ekphrastic poem. Marcie very kindly provided some links to photos that could be used without fear of copyright infringement. I soon found myself in … Continue reading →

Let me begin by expressing my outrage and sorrow at the recent events in Uvalde, TX. My thoughts, prayers, and tears are with the families in that community and teachers everywhere. May you find the strength to carry on. Tomorrow … Continue reading →

The Poetry Friday roundup is here! I am so grateful to this community of supportive poets. At first, I was an infrequent participant, although I stopped by often to read and respond. I learned a lot, and eventually jumped in … Continue reading →

This week I attended “The Craft and Heart of Writing Poetry for Children” at The Highlights Foundation with Georgia Heard, Rebecca Kai Dotlich, and fifteen new friends. My cabin (the Floyd Cooper Cottage), was in the back facing the trail … Continue reading →