Linda K. Sienkiewicz, Author

Mittens from Sweaters

January 6, 2020 By Linda K Sienkiewicz

Years ago when I was going through my late son's clothes, I came across a thick, wool Abercrombie and Fitch sweater that his sister loved to borrow. I was never a fan of scratchy wool, but she had … Continue reading >>

Be Bold. Be Cranky

December 30, 2019 By Linda K Sienkiewicz

When crankiness hits: I consider myself to be a generally upbeat person, but sometimes I feel like a cranky old lady. Today, for example. I went to Dicks Sporting Goods to buy a pair of Brooks, … Continue reading >>

The Pain of Writing

December 9, 2019 By Linda K Sienkiewicz

There's a physical toll: Writer's Cramps used to mean cramping in your hand from holding a pen or pencil. Most writers don't use pens; they use computers, which results in neck, elbow, or shoulder … Continue reading >>

Packing Light

November 25, 2019 By Linda K Sienkiewicz

How much is too much? As I was packing my large size suitcase for a five day flight to visit friends across the country, I noticed my husband had packed a duffel bag for himself. That's … Continue reading >>

What, Why, How: Andrew Devendorf

November 4, 2019 By Linda K Sienkiewicz

What: I wrote a personal essay on the grueling experience of having my brother go missing, and later learning that he died by suicide. When my brother went missing, I learned that we have … Continue reading >>

English Language Groaners

October 7, 2019 By Linda K Sienkiewicz

In Memory of a Cornball My late father was great at telling corny jokes. And yes, I groaned, but I often laughed too, just because he was laughing so hard. Lousy jokes and laughter can be … Continue reading >>

Linda K Sienkiewicz

Writing life, line by line