Category autobiographical

Shopping Spree!!!

At HopeWords in Bluefield, West Virginia there were many things. Authors, speakers, casual writers, etc. But there were also books. So many books. And me being the crazy devouring reader...

HopeWords

HopeWords is a writing conference in Bluefield, West Virginia. Its purpose is to show people how to bring hope to others through their writing. I’m honestly not sure what I...

Rancho Abierto

Once upon a time, in a galaxy far far away, a war was fought. Wait, scratch that. The war is still being fought. And it’s right here, in this world....

Ledge Kitten

Hi! How are you doing today? Have you seen any interesting animals? This is the story of one of my recent adventures!

My Favorite Anchorage

Hello! How are you doing on this lovely winter day? I, for one, am having a great season. We have friends in the anchorage and all is well. Except… it...

From Land to Sea

Hi! My name is Isla Birnie. I have lived on a boat for the past four years, a third of my life. In this post, I intend to explain how...

Category books

Shopping Spree!!!

At HopeWords in Bluefield, West Virginia there were many things. Authors, speakers, casual writers, etc. But there were also books. So many books. And me being the crazy devouring reader...

Books of December

I love reading, and I’ve been enjoying quite a few amazing books/series for the past few months!

Category contemplative

Happy New Year

We lit the candle in the lantern, watching it smoke and steam, blue flames dancing. The paper lantern gently lifted off from the kids’ hands, hot air billowing inside. It...