Dear Reader, Happy October! I do love this month, and have since childhood. For me, it is a month of mystery and change, of transition, creativity and a final flurry of activity before settling in …
Incubation
Dear Reader, You may have noticed that I haven't been writing much during these summer months. Don't worry; everything is fine! But for most of June and July, I have noticed something happening in …
Writing To Your Self
Dear Reader, Louise, my wife, is sitting on the sofa next to me, writing a poem about the difference between love and affection. Last night, my step-daughter Isla wrote a story for her English …
Stay True to Yourself
Dear Reader, Lately I have been fascinated by talent and authenticity. I'm not talking about the talent of giants we know and love, like a Yo-Yo Ma or a Whitney Houston. What I love is that moment …
Your Creative Process
Dear Reader, What triggers your creativity? What engages it, locks it in and drives it forward? If cooking is your creative outlet, do you take the time to find recipes that inspire you? Do you …
Limitations, Freedom and Spirit
Dear Reader, Earlier this week, I rented space at a dance studio just to go in and play. I haven't done that in a long time, but as you may have read in an earlier post, I often start my day by …
