Winters’ Day In

Conversations on life, faith, stories, and creativity from author Talena Winters.

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Talena Winters 10/29/24 Talena Winters 10/29/24

We Contain Multitudes

Thoughts on using winter as a time of rest, healing, and retreat from the pressures of modern life.

Talena Winters 6/4/20 Talena Winters 6/4/20

The Only Way Forward is Through

I'm seeing a lot of my white peers at a loss right now, unsure how to respond to recent events. And I get it. But here is my response: get informed. And don't put the burden of teaching you how not to be racist on your loved ones of colour.

Talena Winters 11/7/16 Talena Winters 11/7/16

Dear Lady Behind Me at Starbucks

I see you there, with your screwed-up face and your well-coiffed hair and your impatient gesture each time someone in the line in front of you dares to order one more thing. I was much like you for many years, and once in a while, I see your eyes looking back at mine from the mirror. May I remember that Kindness is Never Wasted. I hope you learn this, too, my Lady.