by Leeana Tankersley | Nov 23, 2010 | Home Page
I have these CDs of Anne Lamott talking about writing. I’ve probably listened to them no less than a dozen times. Between all the stuff about writing are these deep challenges about how we approach life emotionally and spiritually. I always remember this line: “I know...
by Leeana Tankersley | Nov 20, 2010 | Home Page
Wednesday was a first. I helped out with the filming of an episode of TLC’s “Home Made Simple,” a life improvement show that descends on a family and helps them with meals, décor, and household projects. My friend, mother of three, and fellow author, Arlene Pellicane,...
by Leeana Tankersley | Nov 15, 2010 | Home Page
During the times in my life when I’ve felt exhausted, confused, backward, numb, or just generally depressed, I have found solace in creative space. That’s why writing has been such a shelter for me, a place to sort myself out. I’m learning, as I approach the very...
by Leeana Tankersley | Nov 5, 2010 | Home Page
As I write, I’m at the Naval Academy, accompanying Steve on a “work trip” (also known as putting about a hundred Midshipmen who are interested in a career as a SEAL through a grueling night of God-only-knows-what). He has a bag full of gear and extra socks...
by Leeana Tankersley | Nov 4, 2010 | Home Page
Saying thanks for all the women who cuddle my children, who make me melancholy mix tapes, who pray when I send out a 911 text for some help, who call me in for a consult on bathroom decor, who remind me that I say ridiculous things like “I love an October...