Learning to Write: With Body & Heart
I am often asked about the writing process: how did I become a “real” author? Despite having published several books, at times I still don’t feel like [...]
Fighting Clean: Tips on How to Argue Well
One thing I have always struggled with is learning how to fight clean. In my family of origin, we won arguments by any means necessary: belittling, demeaning, [...]
‘Tis the Season for Date Rape: A Modern Interpretation of a Christmas Classic
Internalized sexism and patriarchy are deeply entrenched into American culture. Even the Christmas season is not immune from this plague. As we celebrate the baby Jesus’ courageous [...]
I Repent: A Poem to my Non-Christian friends
Today I am coming out of the closet. No, I am not gay; I am a Christian. Now, be honest with yourself. When you hear me [...]
In the Stillness, God.
In stillness you, come. The quiet hits and you tear my pieces to more pieces, you mend my wounds with more wounds. Oh God of the [...]
Fusing Sex & Soul
Her poster hung from my dorm room wall. She was a model; tall, blonde, slender, attractive. I went out of my way to tell guys who [...]