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I’m a writer, blogger, poet and web design student living just north of Seattle. Poetry became part of my life decades ago. My first memory involving poetry: creative writing class from seventh grade. Poetry and writing remain crucial parts of my life to this day. I find my inspiration in the commonplace, in everyday experiences, in current events. My daily meditations grant me a great deal of clarity, which comes in verse. Currently, I’m focusing on short-form poetry. Predominantly I’m writing haiku/senryu with some tanka. For the past few years, I’ve worked to post a haiku daily. Though not perfect, I’ve been able to stick to that schedule pretty well. Some longer forms come to me, too, though mostly in free-verse. Please explore my blog. If you like what you see, please click “follow” and let’s stay connected. And please share to your heart’s content! Find more of my writing at:
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