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Writing Life

How quiet is solitude?

September 27, 2024September 20, 2024 Emma Kathryn Harris

Solitude is an ideal time for reflection and observation. Disconnecting ourselves momentarily from the mundane can refresh us and spark our imagination.

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Essays

Delighting in rabbits and other furry creatures

September 25, 2024September 10, 2024 Emma Kathryn Harris

Animals captivate us. We thrill when we see rabbits and foxes. People adore their dogs and other pets. There is something comforting about animals that we have yet to fully understand.

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Writing Life

Creating an inspiring writing space

September 20, 2024September 18, 2024 Emma Kathryn Harris

Our writing environment contributes to our productivity, creativity, and professionalism. Here are six ways we can examine how to create an inspiring writing space.

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Essays

Misty mornings

September 18, 2024September 2, 2024 Emma Kathryn Harris

Dew has health benefits both for plants and for humans. One misty morning walk helped me reflect on what we miss if we are not observant of the greater world that surrounds us.

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Essays

Changes

September 11, 2024September 2, 2024 Emma Kathryn Harris

Subtle changes in the air are signs that summer is coming to a close. While I cling to what is left, the goldfinches remind me to be content.

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Writing Craft

Save your writing — and your ideas — with a notebook

September 6, 2024August 30, 2024 Emma Kathryn Harris

Creative concepts do not always appear at convenient times. Before we lose our reflections, we should write them down. And the best way to do this is with a notebook. Writing longhand has an added benefit: it slows our thoughts down and we capture more detail.

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