see the me that’s me
I wrote this poem while doing some research on Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD or Asperger’s Syndrome), and I think it probably expresses the feelings of many of us who are…
i am the river
This poem was born out of conversations with a friend about connection, sharing self, vulnerability, relationships, boundaries and more. I believe our true feelings often remain unspoken; they flow like…
a little piece of nice advice
Please don’t take this the wrong way, but I don’t want your advice. I really dislike unsolicited advice. I find it patronizing and offensive. I know, I know, people are…
three little kittens
three little kittens © 2018 punkie who could help but be smitten, by three little kittens, as they snuggle up in the hay? they’ve no interest in mittens, these…
10 thought-provoking brené brown quotes from braving the wilderness
Social scientist Brené Brown is a qualitative grounded theory researcher, and the author of of four #1 New York Times Bestsellers. In Braving the Wilderness, which is all about belonging,…
happy sixtieth birthday
Happy birthday <3 happy sixtieth birthday © 2018 punkie happy sixtieth birthday © 2018 punkie you lay on the ground turning blue and not red your heart had…
backyard emergency
August 7, 2018: “What brought you to Almonte?” or “Why Almonte? people ask. “I’m not sure,” I’ve been replying. “I guess it will be revealed in time.” My…
Protected: a field of dreams revisited
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Protected: 50 things i love about being with you
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