Author: Sulima Malzin

... we and the world are alive again today, and this is the world’s birthday. And even though we'll never be young again, we also know we’re still right here.

So much happened this week. Let's begin by replaying the Conversation with Paulann Petersen.

I don't know about you, but I desperately needed a break.

... isn't this where we should be?

It's time to restart my "Where Our Writing Takes Us" writing lab. If you're in the Portland/King City area, read on.

"There is too much beauty in this world to give up on it yet."

That last little snowstorm was just a test of faith. The old cherry tree outside my window is showing off its tiny pink nubs yet again. Hope springs eternal.

This week marks a couple of life-changing personal anniversaries for me which I’ve decided to share with you. Why? Why not.

International Women’s Day only happens once a year and I couldn’t let this one go by uncelebrated.

Let’s hear it for your female heroes!  Who were they and what did they do to influence who you’ve become?