石鎚山: Mt. Ishizuchi Japan

My experience hiking Mt. Ishizuchi was one I will never forget!

金椿: Kin Tsubaki – Golden Camilla

Creating senryu and kiri-e art with the inspiration of camellias.

Don’t Judge A Book By Its Cover: Asexual Poetry by Illeana Voicu

Let’s face it: not every writer is a graphic designer, and hiring one can be expensive. So, while the saying goes “don’t judge a book by its cover,” we all know we do it anyway.

桜のように (Sakura no you ni) Like a Cherry Blossom

Lessons from a Cherry Blossom tree. Creating Tanka poetry and Kiri-e art.

Discovering Haiku: “Three Simple Lines” by Natalie Goldberg Book Review

Discovering Haiku: “Three Simple Lines” by Natalie Goldberg Book Review As a poet, haiku has always held a special place in my heart and is why I began studying Japanese. Recently, I finished reading “Three Simple Lines” by Natalie Goldberg, and here’s my take on it: Quick Take: Natalie’s journey through haiku and Japan is […]