Books – Spruce Knits

Making Space

White friends: It’s time to Listen, Learn, and Amplify

Sometimes getting my family to read feels like making them put their toys away- or making them put on pajamas and brush their teeth. A lot of times, my children love reading- and sometimes they- ugh don’t. I wont tell you about the books collecting dust on my husband’s night stand. However, I think readingContinue reading “Reading as Self-Care”

Summer Shenanigans

Hello friends. I am sorry for the long absence. Depression is a tricky thing, and I’ve been trying to get a handle on it. Sometimes you have good days, and sometimes you have days where you survive.

When Literature Hits A Little Close to Home

I have a nervous tick. Whenever I find that I get completely overwhelmed by life and feeling out of control, I like to stand on one foot for a period of time. On one hand, I find that it helps me remember to have balance life, how very zen and yoga of me; onContinue reading “When Literature Hits A Little Close to Home “

You Are My Sunshine, Star Stuff.

Since I am completely done with college, I have all of this new found free time on my hands. Really I should be spending this time looking for work (English Major for hire!). But I also kind of deserve a break and let’s face it, I am tired… all the time. (Cue: EVERYONE telling meContinue reading “You Are My Sunshine, Star Stuff.”