Regression is Okay!

...when it comes to writing...that is. Writing requires a tremendous amount of detail, rules, skills, and focus. All at the same time. Writing is not one of those disciplines where…

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ChatGPT Got Me

There's been big talk of AI in schools and universities during the past year, but I didn't really, truly understand its impact. Until now. Until it got me. As a…

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Writing Across Genres

As a writing instructor, parents often seek guidance in choosing classes. Often, they are surprised when I suggest Techniques of Creative Writing or Poetry as a follow up to Writing…

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All Writing is Good Writing

When I was growing up, I remember teachers telling my parents that all reading is good reading. Let them read comics, magazines, novels, lyrics, cereal boxes…anything! Because all reading is…

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Thank you, Dalai Lama.

I once heard a quote by the Dalai Lama that went like this: “Learn the rules so you can break them.” As a self-proclaimed rule follower, I was immediately intrigued.…

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