Joie's Blog

Every year on my birthday—and other days, too—I revisit an event that has become a favorite memory. And as if there is magic afoot, when I recall those particular 4th of July fireworks, I'm instantly transported back to childhood.

Skyward: Memories of childhood become faded things. Sometimes the details escape us. So, we fill them in with our imagination.

Becoming Ghosts ~ Autumn is Joie Lesin's favorite season. Perhaps there is beauty in decay.

The new year means a new beginning. With COVID and the year behind me, it's time to finish that book!

Tis the Season for NaNoWriMo ~ In my house, the holiday season starts with NanoWriMo.

It's Time to Feed Hungry Ghosts ~ Thoughts about celebrations of the dead.

An October State of Mind. October brings to mind thoughts of All Hallow's Eve. To celebrate October, here's a ghost-filled excerpt.