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Gwen stifled a yawn as she sorted the Chamber’s morning mail. Nate had gotten to her apartment last night late, just as he’d warned—morning, really, after 2 a.m. She smiled recalling his handsome image at her door, leaning on the jamb, another single yellow rose in his hand.

Childhood is characterized by an endless stream of 'firsts,' periods of profound learning and discovery that lend a unique thrill to life. But when adults resist embracing the beginner's mindset, how does that hold us back?

One woman attending the retreat was an intuitive, who was offering readings to those of us who wanted them. Mine was scheduled for Sunday, right before our departure. She invited me outside on the deck for privacy, pulled two chairs together, and sat. Before my butt was in the other chair, she said something so matter-of-factly, I nearly fell off the deck.

Without hesitation or emotion, I told my husband, “We’re going there.”

Reading unveils the realities of diverse cultures and experiences, promoting compassion by challenging our prejudices and expanding our worldview. Can writing do that too?

Although I’m a "recovering" perfectionist, I like to get historical facts and word usage right. So, it’s incredibly easy for me to go down research rabbit holes.