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The exercise is to list 25 synonyms for a color and then write a paragraph using the synonyms. I chose the color red and wrote: (more…)

This poem was written in 1995 when I was still a Liz Christy gardener.

Tribute to Liz Christy

Janet, my protagonist, introduced herself several years ago, sharing her discovery of a mirror.

Named for her mother’s Aunt, Janet has inherited more than her name. She has also inherited her Aunt Janet’s deep respect for nature. Janet has introduced me to Tracy and shared her treks in nature. I hope that she will be motivated to share more, now that I have created a place for her.

Janet discovers more than a mirror when she chooses it for a school assignment.

Janet’s Discovery

A discovery for Janet Fowler Collins and her namesake.

Read the scene from each character’s point of view:

Janet and Aunt POV

Janet is witness to the annoying but ludicrous antics of her nemesis.

Present But Invisible

This is what Janet and Tracy each have to say about their first meeting.

Janet and Tracy Meet

This short story was first published in PAWS & TALES Magazine.

Whatever Lola Wants

This is one of a series of nature poems.

Transition

This is one of a series of nature poems.

In the Moment