Inspiration

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At Blackwater Pond

by Kim May 19, 2013

At Blackwater Pond. A poem by Mary Oliver.

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Links I love around the internet and beyond

by Kim May 15, 2013

A compilation of stuff I love on the internet and beyond.

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Antilamentation

by Kim May 12, 2013

Antilamentation. A poem by Dorianne Laux.

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Quotes about writing

by Kim May 8, 2013

30 of my favorite quotes about writing.

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For those of you contemplating your own bold move

by Kim April 17, 2013

“Figure out what your purpose is in life, what you really and truly want to do with your time and your life; then be willing to sacrifice everything and then some to achieve it. If you are not willing to make the sacrifice then keep searching.” – Quintina Ragnacci

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Advice to my 21-year-old self

by Kim February 20, 2013

I started writing this months ago for my baby sister, ten years younger than I am, to give to her on her 21st birthday. I never finished or published it and it’s been sitting in draft form ever since. But today I’m pulling it out of the gutter and sweeping off the dust, putting it out there for you to read.

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A little story about a little sloth

by Kim November 7, 2012

A little story about a little sloth stranded on the side of a river in the Amazon

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25 (more) quotes about chasing your dreams

by Kim October 7, 2012

I’ve kept a collection of my favorite quotes for over 15 years. I read (and add to) my quote book often, using it as a source of inspiration when I need a little kick in the pants. A year ago I published a post with 25 of my favorite quotes. I thought it was about time to add a few more to the collection that I’ve already shared with you. I hope you enjoy them.

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The little things are the big things. Plus, I’m scared. Plus, plus, it’s my birthday.

by Kim August 10, 2012

Brian and I are back in Portland now, catching up with friends and enjoying the good life for a few days. We fly to Ecuador in less than a week! Now that we are back in Oregon, friends have been asking what my favorite part of traveling throughout the U.S. has been. It’s a hard question to answer because Brian and I have done and seen so many things.

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To be outdoors

by Kim July 23, 2012

Since I left my cubicle job for a life of writing and traveling I spend my time outdoors. I know dusk in a way I haven’t known dusk since I was a child. I know mid-afternoon heat and evening thunderstorms. I know the value of being outdoors.

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On getting started

by Kim July 1, 2012

I know that Brian and I have months and even years of living this dream ahead of us. I know there will be bad days and major failures. But this is what I have learned: Starting is the hardest part.

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