The month is almost over, and I’ve managed to write about 4,000 words of poetry! Today’s poem came from my frustration about people too offhandedly saying they are homeschooling. I was homeschooled for eight years of my education, and it has really shaped me. Now, in an unprecedented time where most students are participating inContinue reading “Camp NaNoWriMo Day 26: How to Homeschool – a Poem in Lockdown”
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Camp NaNoWriMo Day 25: People Are Surprising Themselves – a Poem in Lockdown
So grateful for all the healthcare workers, other essential workers, and the people at home who are making a difference… People are Surprising Themselves a COVID-19 poem by Lauren Hallstrom Everywhere around the world, people are surprising themselves. They are getting out of bed every day and stretching their legs and brewing their ownContinue reading “Camp NaNoWriMo Day 25: People Are Surprising Themselves – a Poem in Lockdown”
Day 9 Camp NaNoWriMo: A Library Poem
In addition to writing, I work at a fantastic public library. It’s been on my mind a lot lately, as most library districts (including mine) have been temporarily closed to do our part to fight COVID-19. And thus, a library poem for Day 9 of my month-long poetry challenge! Notes from a Library EmployeeContinue reading “Day 9 Camp NaNoWriMo: A Library Poem”
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