by Amy Paturel | Jan 15, 2019 | Uncategorized
Unless you’ve been avoiding the Internet – or you’re not interested in writing essays – you have probably seen the torrent of controversy sparked by Christine Tate’s latest essay in The Washington Post. In the piece, Tate says she won’t stop writing about her...
by Amy Paturel | Dec 13, 2018 | Uncategorized
Those of you who have worked with me in any capacity know I’m a big fan of journal writing. I can’t imagine writing an essay without being able to draw on the material from my journals. When topics are really heavy – my dad’s death, my son’s near death, or my own...
by Amy Paturel | Nov 13, 2018 | Uncategorized
Thanksgiving has always been my favorite holiday – even when I was a little girl. It isn’t the Black Friday shopping, football watching or the pie. I avoid all three. It’s the opportunity to reflect on my blessings.With Thanksgiving, there’s no pressure to find or get...
by Amy Paturel | Sep 25, 2018 | Uncategorized
Last February, after some heavy arm-twisting from a lifelong friend, I registered for Brave Magic, Elizbeth Gilbert and Cheryl Strayed’s weekend retreat at 1440 Multiversity in Northern California. While it wasn’t quite what I signed up for – I was hoping for more...
