Today I forgave myself.......for not reporting..... for feeling dirty, for believing his lies.....for thinking having my virginity stolen was something to be ashamed of Today i break the cycle.
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Holistic Strategies to Move from Chaos to Calm Most of us wait for a breaking point before prioritizing our well-being. But what if you did not have to? What if small, meaningful steps today could prevent long-term consequences of stress tomorrow? Above is one of the great concepts explored by Raquel Durden in her book … Continue reading Dial Down:
Examining Musk’s Influence on American Elections
Yes, in politics, both sides engage on unscrupulous tactics. There is a bias as well. For example, Susan Crawford, who is on the ballot for Wisconsin’s supreme court, has donors from all 50 states. She has some bigger donors. And yet Musk is getting flack and protests for infusing his money into the election. While … Continue reading Examining Musk’s Influence on American Elections
Explore Creative Stories at Oshkosh’s Lakefly Book Fair
The author reflects on their positive experiences at book fairs, particularly the upcoming Lakefly Book Fair on May 3rd. They emphasize the joy of meeting authors like Jane Dougherty and Sally Cissna, who share inspiring stories through their memoirs and historical fiction. The fair is free and showcases local talent.
Lakefly Literary Conference: Join the Writing Community
In 2013, a group of writers got together and held a writers conference in downtown Oshkosh. We called it the Lakefly Literary Conference because it would be held each May and we wanted attendees to return every year. Our goal was to hold a reasonably priced conference that would have quality speakers and events. I … Continue reading Lakefly Literary Conference: Join the Writing Community
Twins Spend a lifetime together in Oshkosh
The story reflects on elderly identical twins who live together, walk side by side, and share a deep bond. A tragic accident occurs, leaving one sister to navigate life without her mirror image companion.
In a Pickle: More Than Just a Charming Story by Jerry Apps
In a Pickle by Jerry Apps is a nostalgic yet profound narrative about a pickle plant in 1950s Wisconsin, capturing the struggles of small family farms against industrialization.
Memories of Sharon, Wisconsin: A Poetic Journey of Heritage and Love
My Dad is 84 years old. More and more he wants to pass on his stories. And I want to hear them. To process them and to savor them, I write them into poems. Small Town Hall The townhall of Sharon is a stone’s throw away from my father’s heart. Which makes it part of … Continue reading Memories of Sharon, Wisconsin: A Poetic Journey of Heritage and Love
Words Can Heal
The open mic at the Sadoff Center in Fond du Lac, Wisconsin featured a new poet reading a letter to herself. The experience of writing often leads to unexpected insights, reflecting the brain's organization process. Poetry serves as a tool for processing emotions and gaining new perspectives, especially for young individuals dealing with sadness.
Takeaways from a Great Author
I went to a presentation by Michael Perry at the Lakefly Writers Conference. Entertaining as always. And informative: Here are my takaways (as written in my notes app). The only power a writer has over a reader is trust You have to make sure you have no false notes - mistakes that pull the reader … Continue reading Takeaways from a Great Author
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