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Goodbye Ancient PC

October 18, 2015 By Linda K Sienkiewicz

When I tried to start my writing PC, it talked back to me with a loud "Phfft," as if to say "forget it, fool." And then it smelled bad, like a burnt computer fart. This was Old Faithful, my steady … Continue reading >>

Filed Under: It's Personal Tagged With: writing

Kisses Still Melt Hearts – Family

September 28, 2015 By Linda K Sienkiewicz

My granddaughter L was collecting red maple leaves on our walk through the neighborhood Sunday morning after she'd spent the night with us. I loved watching her run ahead, searching for a fallen … Continue reading >>

Filed Under: Grief and Loss, It's Personal Tagged With: grief, loss family, love, suicide

Book Launch Party Photos

September 21, 2015 By Linda K Sienkiewicz

This was the night I'd dreamed of for so long - my book launch party. In the Context of Love is published and released into the world! It's a time to celebrate, but also an opportunity to gather my … Continue reading >>

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Breaking the Rules

August 17, 2015 By Linda K Sienkiewicz

The other day as I approached Mount Avon Cemetery with my corgi, Clementine, another walker was leaving. Being friendly, I asked if she had seen the fawn there. I enjoy watching for it. "Yes, but … Continue reading >>

Filed Under: It's Personal Tagged With: Clementine, family, grief, loss, rules

Countdown to Publication – 30 days!

August 9, 2015 By Linda K Sienkiewicz

Thirty days till my book release date. After years of writing and editing, just one more month until September 8th will be here. I'm super excited, but I didn't expect to feel this anxiety that … Continue reading >>

Filed Under: It's Personal, Publicity & Marketing Tagged With: anxiety, publication

Baby Skunk Saved by Brave Cop

August 2, 2015 By Linda K Sienkiewicz

This was high drama in the little town of Rochester for a sleepy Sunday morning. I stepped outside to grab the morning Free Press from my porch, and my neighbor called out to me, "Come see this! … Continue reading >>

Filed Under: It's Personal Tagged With: humor, Rochester

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Award- winning writer, poet & artist. Cynical optimist. Super klutz. Corgi fan. Author of two novels, a children's picture book, and five poetry chapbooks. More here.

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