So my last post was about some of the wonderful people that I’ve met online and interacted with. People whom I’ve never met in person (other than one of them – yay Susan!) but with whom I have had many conversations. People who encourage and inspire me. The post actually got retweeted several times. I …
Tag: blogging
When Online Friendships are Real
A couple of years ago I started reading blogs. I’d been writing a blog for a while already, and there were a few blogs I read regularly, but I’d mostly been focused on keeping my own blog going. There are people who warn you about how fake the internet and social media are and it’s …
The Art (or Business?) of Blogging
I’ve been reflecting on the art – or perhaps business – of blogging lately. I love blogging, mostly because it has taken the place of my journaling for the most part, so it’s my way of getting my thoughts “on paper.” (I suppose I must say “onscreen” now.) I also like the fact that it …
Calling Guest Bloggers: A Lenten Reflection
I have been reading the book Girl Meets God by Lauren F. Winner. The book is about the author’s conversion from Reformed Judaism to Orthodox Judaism to Christianity. Very interesting read! In the book, Lauren talks about being a voracious reader with thousands of books in her personal library. Then her Episcopal priest asks her to …
Versatile Blogger
My poet friend Bri nominated me for a Versatile Blogger Award! Bri and I got our MFAs together. We were the only girls with several other guy poets. I was so glad Bri was there to show me the ropes during my first residency, and I’m glad we became friends. When you are nominated for …