The Weight On My Heart Today four years ago todayI was poem-high, love-beathaving spent the day (andthe day before) writingpoetry on demand atart in the park. it wasone of the best days.one of my best days.I was filled with exultationlaughter, awe at thesize of it all: the peoplethe sales, the volunteersthe smiles, the magic inthe… Continue reading POEM A DAY – June 7
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Scribes & Songsters Interview
Did you know that Windsor/Essex a long-running creative arts interview show that highlights local creatives? Hosted by author/journalist Veronique Mandal, Scribes & Songsters has over 100 episodes featuring local musicians, writers, and illustrators! Episodes are presented on their youtube channel and air on Cogeco Cable. I had the opportunity to talk with Veronique about the… Continue reading Scribes & Songsters Interview
Three Life Changes, a Letter
Dear friends, I have begun an extraordinary career and life shift. I have made three critical choices: I am no longer Poet Laureate. I resigned in mid-September. There was no grand announcement, no press release. In an effort to maintain my creative integrity and explore this very different, very exhilarating new career path, I chose… Continue reading Three Life Changes, a Letter
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