“Transformation is not accomplished by tentative wading at the edge”       ~ Robin Wall Kimmerer, Braiding Sweetgrass

 

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Freelance Writer

As a freelance writer I have written for local, regional and national publications and am available to write for yours. As a reporter I have covered local news as well as having strengths in feature writing. Articles on just about any area of human interest, business, the arts, etc. can be completed to your editorial guidelines. I am available for: Press releases, Articles, Feature Stories, Website copy, Interviews, Copy Editing.

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Columnist

As a weekly columnist for four years, I regularly and continuously found something to say for my column Around the Town, published weekly in The Mystic River Press. I wrote from a literary viewpoint about my adventures living within one of Connecticut's most beautiful seaside villages, Mystic. These columns are available as re-prints or we can create something new for your publication.

 

Creating a Writing Life Retreat Facilitator

Since 2007, I have been presenting Creating a Writing Life programs aimed at empowering writers to bring forth their natural literary gifts. Creating a dialogue through classes,  workshops and retreats, writers have the opportunity to connect with other  writers, learn how good writing becomes great, how to move into the world of publishing and create a plan that will transform their dream into reality. Enrollment for all events is limited to provide a supportive, personal experience.
      

I can come to your group or venue to present a workshop or retreat customized for your needs. Retreats are day long events that empower writers, invite creativity and offer much needed time for sharing and reflection. Connect with other writers and with nature, nurturing the soul work that is writing. Explore ways to delve deeper into the dream of creating a writing life, exchange ideas and make time to honor your passion for writing. We will write, share our work, have fun and celebrate the writing life.

                                               

• Nourishment for body, mind & creative spirit

• Intimate, small group setting

• Non-Judgmental atmosphere

• All genres, all levels of ability welcome

• Be inspired! Embrace possibilities!

• Honor your gifts

• For emerging writers 

• …and those who just need a nudge

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Expressive Arts Facilitator – Connecting Spirituality & the Arts

In addition to doing Creating A Writing Life programs, I am a certified Labyrinth facilitator and create small group opportunities for spiritual enrichment. With a strong belief in the healing power of the arts, I create programs focusing on the close relationship between spirituality and creativity. These programs may include painting, writing, photography or other multi modal expressive arts, combined with meditation, reflection and sharing. Feel free to inquire about a program offering at your venue.

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Spiritual Director

I am a Certified Spiritual Director and trained in the Spiritual Direction Internship Program at Mercy Center in Madison, Connecticut. Spiritual Direction is a conversation aimed at deepening your spiritual awareness and relationship with God, or your higher power. Spiritual Direction helps the person who is seeking a deeper relationship with God to notice the presence of God in the various events, relationships and structures of one's life. It invites persons to develop a contemplative attitude in their life. The director, as a companion, listens attentively to the spiritual life and journey of the directee. The relationship of spiritual direction is sacred, safe and strictly confidential. I have a private practice where people from all faith traditions come to explore their spiritual journeys. Sessions are by appointment in Niantic, Madison and Groton locations.

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