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A Question of Power, Part 2
After the ceremony concluded, I spoke privately with the shaman who repeated Spirit’s words and added, “Your power is housed in your core. It can’t be taken from you, but you can lose or give it away. Your task is … Continue reading
A Question of Power, Part 1
Recently I attended a ceremony held by a local shaman and healer who happens to be a friend. (And no, you’d never know she was a shaman if you met her on the street.) Because of what happened later, I’ve … Continue reading
Two Weeks Remain for Pre-Sales of My New Book
Advance sales of my poetry collection, Across An Aqueous Moon: Travels in Autism, are almost over. The pre-sales period ends April 29th. My goal is to sell at least 110 copies, as the advance sales determine the size of the print run. I’m proud of … Continue reading
The Light At the End of the Tunnel?
My daughter and I had a peaceful spring break. I did what I could to keep her on schedule, to not let her spend much of the day in her pajamas, lounging with the iPad. Caroline and I were both … Continue reading
Spring Break
It’s spring break! Katie and I are taking a much needed vacation on the coast, but Katie wanted me to say hi. (Katie may have a speech delay, but that doesn’t mean she’s not an extrovert.) Have a wonderful week, … Continue reading
Only Four Weeks Remain for Pre-Sales of Across An Aqueous Moon
Advance sales of my poetry collection, Across An Aqueous Moon: Travels in Autism, are halfway over. The pre-sales period ends on April 29th. My goal is to sell at least 110 copies, as the advance sales determine not only the size of the print … Continue reading


