Essays about my formerly dysfunctional life, the family I came from and how I recovered. It's funny, sometimes a bit dark, and very, very real.

The newsletter for people who long to say no

Humorous, observational, sometimes irrelevant, always relatable parenthood non-advice.

Personal essays and updates from a recovering corporate marketer on a quest to build a purposeful, creative life in Vermont. Spoiler: life is not a Hallmark movie.

Essays on living within the seasons and the daily practice of choosing yourself in midlife. 🤍 Grounded writing for women who are done performing and ready to participate in the adventure of their own lives.

When you’ve lived a thousand stories in one lifetime, they beg to be shared. I write Memoir and Personal Essay, but never fiction. You might find that hard to believe when you read about my shitty life.

A humorous newsletter about current events, pop culture, animal facts, writing, books, and more. Worst-case scenario: We laugh. Best case: Also laughing.

Candidly sharing my book's journey to forthcoming publication. Enthusiastically recommending favorite reads. Frequently fangirling. Has too many thoughts. Please, take some.

Join me as I share a drawing a week to rekindle the joy of creating. Includes random musings on inspiration, motivation and how to keep pouring from your creative cup even when it feels like there's a hole in it.

Exploring the burdens and blessings of life in the sandwich generation—juggling the needs of my parents and son with special needs—and encouraging others in similar seasons

Weird stuff happens to me. I write about it. Chronically observant GenX mom raising teens and pretending surprise houseguests are ok. Kombucha hater.

I obsess over what's happening right now — the trends, the viral moments, the cultural shifts everyone's talking about (or should be).

Humor writing about life, culture, and assorted grievances.

Sharing good things every week: a terrific book, a writing idea, a simple recipe you will love!

Writer in London working at a tiny indie London bookshop + latest news from my book - Sorry I'm Late, I Didn't Want to Come: One Introvert's Year of Saying Yes

At 30+ years since my last drink—I write what I know: Sex, booze & lies. Caregiving, righteous feminist indignation & truth about being an unreliable narrator in your own life.

Welcome to all midlife women who are looking for a deeper conversation with themselves on and off the yoga mat. The road is not straight, it’s a rollercoaster. I am at your side through all the ups and downs. Let's engage & encourage each other ♥

A place to read, share, and learn to write meaningful stories.

A membership community for midlife women who want to write, connect, and grow on Substack, from the editors of Midstory Magazine.

Personal essays without the rambling. Come join the Intensity Squad.

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A newsletter for people seeking to transform life's interruptions into creative grist

Former Ballet Dancer 20+ years. Pilates professional for over 20 years. Owner of Authentic Pilates in Aledo, TX. Licensed RN. Dedicated Boy Mom. Lover of all movement. Love cats and blue hues.

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