My monthly contribution to The Writers' Vineyard.
Art and community
My monthly contribution to The Writers' Vineyard.
life
Summer is here
Photos that capture the essence of summer's arrival.
To all “dads”
You know who you are.
Remembering
A couple of weeks ago, as my partner and I walked down our alley toward home, our neighbor called a hello. He beckoned my partner over to where he sat in his big blue Dodge truck, and invited him to listen to something. The "something," it turned out, was a CD our neighbor's son had made from an … Continue reading Remembering
All kinds of moms: a tribute
This Mother's Day, 2017, I must add adoptive and foster moms to the beautiful patchwork of motherhood in my world.
Bloom Time
In celebration of Earth Day, time to share some of the ridiculously beautiful blooms of our local spring season, here in central Washington State.
Remember this? April 1, 2013
An Alien's Guide to World Domination was published on April 1, 2013. Although it is now in its terrible threes (as stubborn and contrary as any three-year-old you know), on the day it was published, I posted this: Since An Alien's Guide went on sale this morning: Cyprus restored its economy, and prosperity is breaking … Continue reading Remember this? April 1, 2013
Spring
Spring raises its glowing face to the March sun.
Love
On Saint Valentine's Day, let's celebrate our ability to love. Love reaches outside ourselves and desires the best for the beloved. Start by loving those around us. Love a partner, love a child, love a dog, love music, love the beauty of a sunrise, love a painting, love the sensation of breathing fresh air, love … Continue reading Love
Lunar New Year
Happy Lunar New Year. May the Year of the Monkey bring you all the best kinds of mischief.
Elizabeth Fountain, Author 