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Tag Archives: art
A Year Of Firsts
After tragedy hit us, me and my kids, we were all shocked and confused for a while. We were confused because it happened too soon and without any signs, sort of unexpected at the time. We were angry and sad … Continue reading
I Write That I Am Writing
Ever since I can remember I have had this passion, this crazy love affair with writing instruments, particularly pencils, pens, writing pads, paper. But my love of reading and specially that of writing exceeds all. A passion so wild and … Continue reading
As Long As I Can Make Stories
Growing up in a small village in Lebanon, at a time when there was no internet, in a place where there were no public libraries, my biggest ambition was to get an education so that I could get a job … Continue reading
You Were One Hell Of A Cup
On two different days during the past week, an article about my late husband’s art and his paintings has been published in two different Armenian newspapers. The article refers to his work from the start in the little village of … Continue reading
Until I Learn To Let Go
Ever since I was a little girl I hated goodbyes. If I happened to be at a place like the airport, and observed a random someone walk away leaving loved ones crying behind I would break down and cry myself. … Continue reading
You Might Be Around Somewhere
It’s been a week now since we put you to rest. A lot has happened since then. I don’t know how to say this but every time I sit in your car to drive the kids to the metro station … Continue reading
Ten Commandments For Writers
We are all familiar with the phrase ‘writing is an art as well as a craft’. And that writing requires not only emotional involvement on your part as a writer, but a deep commitment about matters, about things that concern … Continue reading
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Books, Books, and Books
There’s an old saying: “Everyone has a story to tell.” We have all been fond of stories at some point in our lives. For some of us that love has turned into passion so much so that there’s nothing in … Continue reading
A Writer’s Life
Writers differ in their views on almost anything related to the art and craft of writing. From the aspects of the trade to being a writer, and then of course the writer’s life as a storyteller. Here are some excerpts … Continue reading
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Tagged art, books, craft, fiction, inspiration, life, literature, reading, relationships, story, thoughts, words, writers, writing
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Have English Courses Killed Literature
Years ago while I was a student in university I wanted to take a course in English as an elective. Not knowing exactly which one to take, I went and met with the dean of the department. After I mentioned … Continue reading
