Thankful

Yesterday, I took part in the Author & Illustrator Fair at the Athens, Ohio Public Library.

Great Fun, and a wonderful opportunity to see and hear local talent.

The weekend before, I traveled to Hindman Settlement School to write and retreat with another fun group of folks, writers from various parts of Appalachia.

In between the bookend weekends, I finished my first collection of poems, Dreams of the Animal Mothers, and sent the manuscript off to my post-grad mentor. There’s always more to do, but I’m happy with how far I have come this year. December will mainly be about family and friends (and a few tweaks and edits), and an opportunity to look back with gratitude, and forward with excitement.

What are you grateful for now?
What will you open your heart to in 2015?

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