Category Archives: fear

It’s Not Just About Creativity

Posted on January 4, 2017 by lana1967

I needed a prompt today, so I Googled “creativity quotes” and found this one. I had never heard it before, but it seems like a wonderful way to focus my intentions for the New Year. I want to grow into … Continue reading →

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I Have No Words.

Posted on December 22, 2016 by lana1967

I have no words because I’ve been comparing myself to others again. I’ve been following new disabled writers who write with fire and passion to advocate for themselves and others. I’ve been reading new novelists  whose words flow together as … Continue reading →

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Loving The Twins Called Creativity and Fear

Posted on December 3, 2016 by lana1967

I I always thought that if I kept writing, kept creating, one day I’d find that the fear had lessened or even disappeared. I knew it hadn’t happened yet, but I still hoped it would be true. Until I read … Continue reading →

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Marching for Justice

Posted on November 25, 2016 by lana1967

Happy holiday weekend, y’all! I wonder how many of you wanted to attend the January 21, 2017 Women’s March on Washington like I did. The logistics quickly made me realize that wouldn’t happen, but I stumbled on an alternative that … Continue reading →

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The Art of Activism

Posted on November 21, 2016 by lana1967

I love my friend Patti Digh. She is someone who knows how to put feet on her beliefs and put them into action, as well as being able to tell stories of her life in a way that makes a … Continue reading →

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For All of Us

Posted on November 12, 2016 by lana1967

  I apologize to you all for not finishing last night’s post. I usually remember to write before taking my night meds. Last night I didn’t. I don’t remember how long sleep took last night, but it wasn’t that long. … Continue reading →

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Hello, Darkness, My Old Friend

Posted on November 9, 2016 by lana1967

I must not fear. Fear is the mind-killer. Fear is the little-death that brings total obliteration. I will face my fear. I will permit it to pass over me and through me. And when it has gone past I will … Continue reading →

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The World Has Changed

Posted on November 9, 2016 by lana1967

I need to write. I need to try to make some sense of what I’ve seen happen today. This isn’t a political blog, but I’m assuming that anyone who’s reading has some concern about people with disabilities, equality, and inclusion. … Continue reading →

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A New Mantra–Or Maybe an Old One

Posted on November 5, 2016 by lana1967

I’m in the middle of a LOT of transition right now. Trying to figure things out is enough to make my head swim. I’ve been listening to 70’s music lately, and memories of many simpler times run through my head. … Continue reading →

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Joyful Rebellion Is for Me

Posted on October 31, 2016 by lana1967

I decided that I will be a NaNo Rebel this year! I desperately want to participate, but I don’t want it to turn into some kind of chore. I’m just beginning to love this practice, so I am participating in … Continue reading →

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