Unobstructed

Rethinking how you move through the world.

As a writer I've never really dealt with writer's block in the way I've seen it described by others.

When I looked up, I was surprised to see the crowd had disappeared entirely.

For years, sleep paralysis meant I’d wake up unable to move or speak.

The snow was starting to pick up. Wind, too.

Ski lodges have such a distinct smell.

Most days I wake up in a fog of confusion, but not today.

It was late, but my brain would simply not wind down for bed.

The sun was setting but I barely noticed the light being siphoned from the walls.

Last night, Isobel came over and sat down next to me on the couch. I pushed my laptop aside and she ...

You know when someone does something that immediately makes you feel stupid for not thinking of it?

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Unobstructed

Rethinking how you move through the world.

Prioritizing And Protecting

Side By Side

To Be Heard, Held, Or Helped

Waiting For The Treeline

Familiar Smells You Can See

Without Any Fail-Safes

Defused, Not Defunct

Snapping To Attention

A Promise To Yourself

A Path Worth Maintaining

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