Hello! Trick or Treat!Today, I thought I’d give you a glimpse into my book goodie bag. Below are the books that I’ve read (other than research and my own writing) for August, September and thus far into October. August: September: October: Currently Reading: What are some of the books you’ve read recently? My best to…
Hello! Writer’s and Reader’s Toolbox Time I’ve been thinking a lot about perspective lately. In a conventional sense, perspective is how someone sees something- their side of the story, so to speak. In writing and reading, perspective is how the story is told. 1st person- I am telling you the story2nd person- You are personally…
Hello! It’s time for another Museum Monday. The National Gallery in London is a fantastic (and free!) place to visit. There are also wonderful resources available online for when the famous red double deckers aren’t whizzing past you. Want to quickly see 30 great masterpieces of western art including Canaletto, van Gogh, Constable and Turner?…
Hello! Do you like learning new things? How about learning new things from the top universities in the world? How about doing it from the comfort of your own home? How about doing all of it for free? Yes, such a thing exists! Writing means always learning new things. Books, documentaries, primary sources and museums…
The Autumn Cloak of Trees Wrapped in splendor A coat of gold A scarlet ribbon Your branched arms hold Sparkle of dew On your silken leaves Southern-bound birds Hotel in neighbor trees Shake your locks To the western sun In your torrents of color Autumn’s begun. –Megan Easley-Walsh September 14, 2012
Autumn Unveiled Orange, like the dawn of the newly born dayWhispered embraceBright crimson displayFringes of greenSummer’s now paledCrisp yellow crackleMirth now unveiled This is the morn of Autumn’s delight Colors emerge Nature burns bright –Megan Easley-Walsh September 14, 2012
Hello! Shining as the beacon of liberty, a recognizable symbol around the world, Liberty Enlightening the World stands in New York harbor. She is better known as the Statue of Liberty. But, the Statue of Liberty, like the immigrants that she welcomed, has a story that begins long before setting foot on American soil. Across…
Hello! Giverny, Monet’s home in Normandy, is a wonderful place to visit. His paintings surge to life as you walk through his famous gardens and beside the Japanese bridge. The water lily pond is instantly recognizable. Monet’s art is in many ways like writing. Different colors and seasons emerge through his choice in pigments, just…