Breaking the Silence of Loss Through Writing

Celebrate loved ones through writing

​I waffled on whether I was going to write about this or not, but the cathartic power of writing called to me. Now that I’m exploring my grief through creative expression, I find it easier to process my story of loss.

Writing has been a tool for healing for many, so why not me? I’ve already been capturing memories of my late husband through words in a handwritten diary. But, I can’t seem to get past the blockage of “what do I say?” when I think to write to my enclave (you guys).

​There is solace in the type of prose written in cursive. It allows me to remember him as I self-reflect on our life together.

​Donald William Weller was a unique individual who lived life on his own terms. Raised as an only child by a single mother who worked as a medical practitioner and chiropractor, he learned independence at an early age.
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Donald was an intelligent, multi-talented man. He could engage with others on any subject matter. He was well-read and shined in the IT world, in which he worked all his life. His hobbies included role play, aviation, swordplay, martial arts, and building intricate Lego models. 

​He was so much more than this small tribute to his life, but the endless well of emotion I have for him is greater than the tiny word “love” could ever hold. A tome could not hold all the things he was to those who knew him.

Now that I’ve written about this and why I’ve been so lack-luster in keeping in touch, I feel I can navigate my emotions (or writer’s block if you will) to write more blogs and talk more about future books.
Mind you I’ve not been writing but revising. Sometimes there is a difference between the two! Even if it feels like there’s not.

​So here I am, reaching out to you after a long absence, to say that I haven't forgotten about you, that you are still a cherished presence in my life, and that I am committed to keeping our connection alive. I may have been silent for a while, but I'm back, ready to share, listen, and communicate once again. I won’t let the busyness of life or loss drive us apart, but rather let it be the catalyst for a renewed commitment to staying connected through the power of words.

What's Next

I've had people ask me...

What am I working on?I feel like a broken record but the project I want to get done is the Pyromage series.

The first book is out and about. You can find it here.

Get your Copy of To Tame a Dragon here!

Book 2 is in Beta Reader hands! Which means, it won't be long now! 

Book 3 (the finale) has an outline! 

Which leads me to the...

Book Cover

I’m on the hunt for Eldyn’s eyes. That might sound weird, but only if you don’t connect the first cover with my statement. You see, I want Eldyn’s eyes. Or Kuval’s eyes. Or someone’s eyes! I’m letting the reader decide whose eyes are on each cover.

That went squirrel fast.

​I only amuse myself. I get it. Back to work. 

What I'm Reading

​Currently, I’m enjoying The Wolf’s Mate series by L.C. Davis and Joel Abernathy. I’m also re-reading The Dresden Files series by (who am I kidding, you know him if you read fantasy) Jim Butcher. In between Davis and Joel’s lull phases, I’m reading Fourth Wing.

I highly recommend the first two depending on your tastes. If you want more about them email me or let’s link up on Social Media!
 
So, while I’m sad, it doesn’t mean I won’t smile again. Nor does it mean things stop. But thank you for sticking with me!