“Sitting at my desk in Collingwood, watching the birds and blooms dance in the labyrinth, the long braids are long gone now, and my short hair is greying. I am a grandmother, a partner, a sister, a friend, a lover, a writer, a gardener, a walker, a reader, a mother. I look in the mirror and see my mother’s dark brown eyes, surrounded by lifelines, looking out at me.”
— Excerpt from Saved by Love: An incomplete memoir
gloria has recently published a memoir (Saved by Love) and a book of poetry (Musings in a pandemic and beyond).
gloria finds inspiration and solace in the natural world. she loves connecting through words and over tea. you are most welcome here. please stay a while and don’t forget to leave a note!
I am privileged to live on the shores of Georgian Bay, on the traditional territories of the Anishnaabe. These lands on which I celebrate life with family, friends and partners were also home to the Wendat, Haudosaunee and other Indigenous peoples for thousands of years before my arrival.
Recent Blog Posts
- Little OnesFairies, sprites, pixies and nymphs,dance in my mind, in my spirit, in my heart grandchildren, more concrete,sometimes I long for concrete realities,sometimes I want toContinue reading “Little Ones”
- Awethey danced and they playedthe sprites, pixies, the fae filling the meadow with laughter, asleep yet hoping not tobe noticed not to interrupt realizing magicContinue reading “Awe”
- Celebrating gg Lessonswith thanks to my grandchildren transformers are a favourite toy among the younger set of my grandchildren, the transformers battle to be unique, different,always itContinue reading “Celebrating gg Lessons”
- Reflections on a Journey Around the SunIn our family we do a birthday ritualwe name the yes”s and the no’s of the past yeargiving the year a title and naming ourContinue reading “Reflections on a Journey Around the Sun”
- Countdownthe excitement is building, the darkness is growingtree lights, street lights, sparkle twinkle invite us remember the light is coming and until thenimagine the awarenessContinue reading “Countdown”
Events & Readings
Poetry Reading
April 18, 2021
I’m excited to be doing a reading from my book “Musings in a Pandemic and Beyond” as a fund raiser for our friends’ church in Dundas.
Here’s the flyer for information, if you want to donate and attend! Or here’s the link: https://www.stjamesdundas.ca/events-1
The Butcher, The Baker, The Troublemaker: Using Family History to Tell Your Story
News and Updates
sharing light
Dec 16, 2020
On these dark days, may we remember that hope and light are always returning.
Light always finds a way.
So does love.
Sending both your way today.
They’re Ready!
Dec 12, 2020
The books are here! Saved by Love: an incomplete memoir and Musings in a pandemic and beyond are now available worldwide in both print and e-book format. You can order them online from Better World Books or from the online supplier of your choice. I will also have a limited supply of print copies – so if you live nearby I can also get a signed paper copy to you – just shoot me a message. Stay tuned for virtual readings and more…
Sneak Peak
Dec 1 2020
I am so excited to share these poems and musings with you! Here is a little sample to get you curious…
Coming Soon!
November 20, 2020
I have TWO books in the process of being published with KD Books. Stay tuned for more info….
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