
Winters’ Day In
Conversations on life, faith, stories, and creativity from author Talena Winters.
Pour a cuppa and stay awhile.



Aspirational Paradox
Kent M. Keith’s “Paradoxical Commandments” really hit home today. Quick read, but a powerful one.

You do you, boo.
Everyone needs something they do that feeds their soul without worrying if it’s “good enough.” And if the trolls don’t approve, just remember—they’re the ones who are missing out. Keep doing the thing. Keep making the art. Keep playing and being creative and having fun. Ditch the perfection and hold onto the joy for dear life. That’s what creativity is for.


Help Me Pick: 11 Ideas for Upcoming Posts
I need your feedback to help me serve you content you’ll most enjoy. Please vote on these ideas!

Nurturing the Garden of My Soul
A self-reflective post about how far I’ve come and yet to go through the lens of my Enneagram Three-ness, and immediate plans for this blog.

Working on a cure for Business ADHD…
A note to self about why I’m making the decisions I’m about to make, so when I question my sanity later, I can look back at this and say, “Oh, yeah.”

New Mermaid Merch in Store
A quick overview of new merman- and mermaid-themed merch that’s live in the store as of today!

The Long-Overdue Update
An update about my writing projects, my reader community, and other happenings in the last little while.

Finding My Voice in the AI Wars
I’m tired of letting the bullies win. So this is my big third-act speech. (That I hope is actually in the first act.)

The Gifts of a Difficult Season
Reflecting on a life-changing year for me and the gifts it’s given me to take into 2024.



Through the Fire
We’re in the worst wildfire season in Alberta’s history, but there’s a lot of other life stuff happening too. Thankfully, most of it’s good.