The month of December was a time of going inward, with lots of time for introspection. The guiding question was: “What do I want for the coming year?” Aligned with that query was another question: “How can I meet my writers where they’re at?” My musings for the month have allowed me to clearly identify what I love most about supporting other writers, and what I want for myself. Here is what has emerged.
As my own body of work emerges with the support of my writing mentor, I realize that it is important to build spaciousness and supportive options for my own writers, as well as for myself. I’m excited to continue working on my personal project while supporting writers as their own words emerge. Walking my talk, and talking my walk!
What this means is simplifying and clarifying how I support you.
2026 Program Options:
As a result, my 2026 program options look like this:
FREE CREATIVE FOCUS SESSIONS: These one-hour drop-in sessions will continue to be hosted by Yvonne Basten and myself, at least once a week. They typically occur on Monday mornings at 9AM Pacific Time Zone, and I am planning to offer at least one new time slot each month. If you want to receive our monthly schedule, please add your name to the list by filling out the from at the buttom of this page.
PRIMORDIA WRITING CIRCLES: We meet ONLINE every three weeks, on Sunday afternoons (3:30 pm – 6:00 pm Pacific Time Zone). Each online session offers 2.5 hours of writing and sharing time.
We begin with at least 30 minutes of solo writing, followed by a short break. We then come together and take turns reading aloud what we just wrote, or a piece of another project we would like feedback on (this is always optional).
Before sharing, you may be asked to define what level of feedback you’re looking for. Your audience is receptive, attuned, and supportive, and I ensure that participants follow guidelines for providing appropriate feedback.
Click the button below to learn more about this program and the options currently available.
MENTORSHIPS: My 4-month writing mentorship program is designed to support the evolution of your current draft. Work with me 1-on-1 to receive personalized support, based on the nature of your project and what your intentions and aims are as a writer. I tailor feedback to your specific project and offer my technical expertise to support you in deepening and growing your craft. I always aim to provide clear feedback, suggest helpful next steps, and offer deeper insights into the nature of your body of work.
WRITING FROM THE HEART: Our writing retreats offer community, trust, inspiration, and all the juicy ingredients you need to generate fresh writing, bring your words to a receptive and present audience, and have them received and reflected in their strength. You don’t have to go it alone!
Each retreat is an opportunity for you to gain confidence in your craft, grow your own writing community, and continue to write, refine, and share stories for years to come. I will be offering one in-person Writing from the Heart retreat in June, and an online retreat in November. More details can be found here:
Celebrations
I have decided to highlight one author I have supported in each monthly newsletter for 2026. This month, I’m celebrating Bonnie Earl, who recently published her book ALS, My Greatest Teacher. I want to acknowledge Bonnie for her wisdom, dedication, and courage to share her experience with a wider audience. Every step of her writing and publishing journey has been deeply aligned, and it’s been such a joy to work together. Bonnie is the woman who declared that I am a Writing Midwife. I accept that title with delight.
Copies of Bonnie’s book may be ordered online from several locations, or locally in Calgary, Alberta. She has received several 5-star reviews on Amazon. You will not be disappointed!
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Happy 2026!
I love the clarity with which you’re welcoming this New Year! Woohoo
Thanks for the acknowledgment of me as an author. Thanks for claiming my title of you, writing midwife!! You are that. xox