During 2016 and well into 2017 we’ve watched many artists and musicians leave the world. Epic storytellers, trendsetters, and style makers who taught us all how to be a little cooler and a lot more open-minded: Prince, David Bowie, Chris Cornell, Chuck Berry, Sam Shephard, Harry Dean Stanton, and Adam West, top the much-too-long list … Continue reading …Except for this one time
Author: cristeecook
My Created Life
When I began to create my life, when I was younger, I set out into the world with the understanding that there is a “happy life” formula. The rules go something like this: get through school, preferably by making as few waves as possible. Go to more school, especially if you have big dreams. … Continue reading My Created Life
Diamond in the Rough
My father came to visit one afternoon he triumphantly presented a small blue box with an appraisal my grandmothers wedding ring he said this is yours now I don’t have a lot of experience with diamonds I don’t wear bling my wedding ring is a modest silver band with a little message on the inside … Continue reading Diamond in the Rough
Poking The Bear
“I said that’s enough!” “You’re not listening to me!!” “I told you I needed a minute. You’re pushing me!” my husband yelled before he ran up the stairs and slammed the door. I sat on the bottom step and cried. I looked for a way to escape the profound discomfort I was experiencing, but there … Continue reading Poking The Bear
Where are your from?
The first week that I was an Uber driver, I learned that my problems are small. And being an Uber driver is a nightly adventure in surprising ways. For example, you could potentially get your first ride of the night while sitting in your driveway. An hour later, you could be on the complete opposite … Continue reading Where are your from?
He and I
He adds items to our luggage after I think we are finished packing for a trip. I say we won’t need it. I say we should pack light. I always say that. I tire easily when preparing for a trip. My excitement usually peaks, then crashes into irritability and fatigue right before we start to … Continue reading He and I
This Morning in the Kitchen
"Look, Mommy! Dust molecules!” I hadn’t noticed the floating dots. I hadn’t seen them until you galloped through You, fresh creature, illuminating the specks You danced together I swear I saw a flash of light not originally a part of the sun shaft as you gamboled, cheerful and delighted Delightful … Continue reading This Morning in the Kitchen
Let’s Play!
Here are some fun prompts to write about. Use them to connect to your Inner Child, have fun, lighten up, and create some magic. Ask: What age would I like to be today? Write a letter to your grown-up self with love from your 5 year-old self. Laugh at your adult-ness. Try a rhyming haiku. … Continue reading Let’s Play!
The trees here tell a story. Old and New, white birch bark and neon leaves rub shoulders with their giant partners of prickle needles on trunks as old as the planet, all connected by their roots. The older ones whisper the secrets to the new ones. They rise together and claim their land, they teach … Continue reading
Starting Over
The accident happened on a sunny morning in September of 2009. I was forced to start over. I was forced to start over on a Tuesday. I had gotten up earlier than usual that morning. I was working as a freelance costume designer, and I was feeling behind on the project. I awoke nervous and … Continue reading Starting Over
Author Cristee cook 