What I Said – #CWS2016 – Panel and LCP Awards Presentation

June 20, 2016 Vanessa Shields1 Comment

I wanted to post the two pieces of writing that I shared because...well, I'm proud of them, and I'm proud of myself for having the guts to participate in this way. Also, I'm grateful for the opportunity to share the stage with incredible writers and advocates for writing, and I'm grateful to be a member… Continue reading What I Said – #CWS2016 – Panel and LCP Awards Presentation

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Cry Day(s)

January 7, 2016 Vanessa Shields3 Comments

January 7, 2016. We're a week into the 'new' year and I've yet to map out my goal-for-the-year chart...or have that major long-winded write in my journal to re-set my energy and focus... The sun is out, I can feel the sun shining. And yet, there's a heaviness on my chest. Today is a cry… Continue reading Cry Day(s)