Begin of each year, I set up goals for myself just in case life gives me lemons; I make limoncello. I will value myself foremost even when my short-and long-term goals aren’t met. I acknowledge my weakness and strength, and remind myself I earn my self worth through discipline and sustaining healthy relationships. I must … Read more
ENCOUNTER DIVERSITY San Felipe de Neri, the oldest and surviving church in old town rang it bells at the early morning before sun set. I wasn’t in Germany but in Albuquerque, New Mexico. I missed hearing the bells ring. Wrapped in the hotel’s white robe, sitting on my chair on the balcony on the 11th … Read more
A memoir by Gabi Coatsworth Love’s Journey Home is my cup of tea. I am very grateful Gabi’s memoir came right in time to be an inspiration, and fueled to soldier on in my own endeavors. It resonates with me a lot. Life is suffering but reading Gabi’s story didn’t make me feel like I … Read more
My husband and I visited our friend, Tina who shared some homegrown veggies with us. She knew I didn’t grow any veggies this year. I had to shut down Mrs. Saigon Farms because of our family’s circumstances. As we approached the porch, I spotted a tiny bundle of fur hiding behind a five gallon white … Read more
September is exactly one year since I joined Women Fiction Writer’s Association (WFWA) Community. Then, I regularly joined the Write-Ins on zoom and met diverse women who share the motto high tide rise all ships. Michele Montgomery, the founder of WFWA Write-Ins reminds us we are a non-judgemental group. I appreciate and feel at ease … Read more
Oh dear, my first Blog. January passed by, and out of many ideas and inspiration I have drafted over the course, only one came to fruition. After revising and editing it, the story wow me. I just finished Picture-prefect sunset at Red Sea, and I am excited to have it in print and as an … Read more