Denise E Lindquist
Bio
I am married with 7 children, 28 grands, and 13 great-grandchildren. I am a culture consultant part-time. I write A Poem a Day in February for 8 years now. I wrote 4 - 50,000 word stories in NaNoWriMo. I write on Vocal/Medium daily.
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Ballad Or Not?
A ballad is a form of verse, often a narrative set to music. Ballads derive from the medieval French chanson balladée or ballade, which were originally "dance songs". Ballads were particularly characteristic of the popular poetry and song of Britain and Ireland from the Late Middle Ages until the 19th century. Bing
By Denise E Lindquist2 years ago in Poets
What Can I Use To Remind Me?
My morning rituals are attached to the refrigerator as a reminder note. Does it work? I never look at it. I go to the fridge to get something out of it. I will occasionally check to see when a graduation or baby shower is scheduled. Because it’s a morning ritual I shouldn’t be forgetting but I do!
By Denise E Lindquist2 years ago in Chapters
Laughter Yoga, Meditation And All The Rest
I have a group I meet with every week. I talked to them about the importance of our first two medicines. I tell them they are tears and laughter. Tears are first because we cry when we are born. Laughter is next as that happens at about 4/5 months.
By Denise E Lindquist2 years ago in Humor
Art Is Healing
Art is always included in the retreats I have participated in since retirement. Why? Art is healing and everyone needs some healing. I am not a watercolor artist or any other artist. This piece above was made with paint pencils, water, and a brush once the pencil outlined and added color.
By Denise E Lindquist2 years ago in Art
A Gift For Friends And Family
This was an easy choice for the first-anniversary memorial of my mother's death. Family will often give away the deceased person's belongings and everyone knew my mother was an excellent cook and baker. There were always a lot of comments about her pies.
By Denise E Lindquist2 years ago in Feast
A Marriage With Different Politics
I have been with my husband since 2000. Well, at the end of 1999, we were friends. We sit at the kitchen table eating breakfast. No conversation and as usual he has his headphones on to watch and listen to the news of his choice.
By Denise E Lindquist2 years ago in Fiction
Today And Yesterday In One Story
I wish I may, I wish I might feel alright, all better tonight! My personnal directions for a spell: "2 Cups For Improving Your Health And Feeling GREAT" (all you'll need is 2 large cups, water, 1 pencil, 1 piece of tape, and 1 large piece of paper. Spend just 5 minutes doing this simple ritual every day as an aid in improving your health… and feeling better than ever!)
By Denise E Lindquist2 years ago in Fiction
