The Turbulence of Vicarious Trauma Propels Success – I’ve been published in a journal!

My writing's been published in a hope and healing journal!

Grieving Our Loss of Power – 3 Ways to Cope

Millions of people in California are suffering a very real loss of power both physically and psychologically. And we are grieving our loss of power, sense of safety, and for some the loss of a home. In simplified terms, each of us is in various stages of the process. Denial, anger, bargaining, depression, and eventually …

Quotes of Wisdom 43 – Spring Brings Growth

"The beautiful spring came; and when Nature resumes her loveliness, the human soul is apt to revive also." ~Harriet Ann Jacobs I am so feelin' it the past few days. I hope that if the season is Spring wherever you are, it is bringing the joy of new growth and beauty to your life.  Sometimes …

One Second: A True Story about the Thin Time between Life and Death

One Second. The true story of the accident that caused my first round of Post Traumatic Stress Disorder.

#BookReview The Night Trilogy: Night Dawn Day

The Night Trilogy: Night Dawn Day ~Elie Wiesel A truly unforgettable holocaust memoir with two gripping fictional stories where Mr. Wiesel imagines himself in quite different circumstances after WWII. Everyone from age 14 and up should read this story as part of "life education." Humanity's brutal histories and those who suffered and perished must never …

Quotes of Wisdom 28 Death as a Teacher *Vicarious Trauma & Memoir*

"It is truly a great cosmic paradox that one of the best teachers in all of life turns out to be death. No person or situation could ever teach you as much as death has to teach you." Michael A. Singer The Untethered Soul: The Journey Beyond Yourself. I am writing about life, death, and the profound changes in my life as each death has occurred. I am writing about how my career as a social worker and my personal life are intimately woven. They've dramatically affected each other. 

Quotes of Wisdom 26 – upcoming Writer’s Workshop Weekend – Memoir & Poetry & Meditation & Yoga – phew!!

"Sharing the stories of your difficult times can also guide others in navigating their own journeys." Writing for Bliss ~Diana Raab, Ph.D. And so, off I go to immerse myself in writing for a weekend! For bliss, as Diana says, for my family whose stories are epic, and for my spirit who soars when I write. Introduction to my career memoir.

Why I Write Series – The Last E in I.M.M.E.R.S.E. M.E. Entertain

I write to Entertain. A discussion and a SAD short story: Standing on the Precipice. A tissue at hand is recommended.

Origins of Mind Over Gray Matter – A True Story

Origins of my true tale of PTSD

Origins of Gone with Innocence

Origins of Gone with Innocence