"Just sit there right now Don't do a thing Just rest. For your separating from God, From love, Is the hardest work In this World. Let me bring you trays of food And something That you like to Drink. You can use my soft words As a cushion For your Head." (The Gift, pg. 183)… Continue reading Power of Poetry and Rest – Hafiz
Tag: Poetry
New Book in 2016!
In 2011, my first book, a sassy little, heart-felt memoir called 'Laughing Through A Second Pregnancy' was published by Black Moss Press. In 2013, I was the guest editor for a collection of poetry entitled, 'Whisky Sour City', published by Black Moss Press. In 2014, we launched my first collection of poetry, 'I Am That… Continue reading New Book in 2016!
Summah-time…Notes from Summer House Shields
July has cometh! Currently, I'm engaged in a common summertime Shields' family past time - the kids, the dog and I are in my bed each on our own devices (yikes). We are pyjama-clad and snoozy...the kids watching movies while I write on my laptop. I can smell the wet grass and soggy soil on… Continue reading Summah-time…Notes from Summer House Shields
