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Ever since I was young, I loved to write. While my friends were reading books, I was creating short stories and writing very long letters. This passion has never left me. As a young teenager, I started to write in a private diary. By the time I was 18, I had a shelf full of diaries in my room. Now as an adult, I refer to my diaries as journals. To date, I have written in over 104 journals filled with daily notes, stories, and events. These journals are considered the history books of my family and life. Whenever there’s a question about a particular event, I have the privilege to go to the stacks of my journals and pick out the precise facts of that day and time.
As a writer, I’ve always dreamed about being an author. My dream finally came true with the publication of my children’s book, The Black Velvet Jacket. My advice is to never give up on your dreams. In time, they will come true.
Hope is the springboard to all dreams coming true. Always have hope!
Please enjoy the many articles found in my column Living in the Now, in The Suburban Newspaper. Along with articles found in the West Island News Blog.
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I hope writers, readers and story lovers of all ages will come here and enjoy my articles, workshops, books and poetry.
Maybe some will be inspired and they too, will publish their words. – Suzanne
You’re born! Take your first breath, in and out. Breathe… A good hard cry is a great sign of life. Fill up those lungs with air. Already you’re a consumer of what the world has to offer. First it’s the air, next it’s the water. You will need clothing, shelter and food. Hopefully, all will […]
Ya know what happens in the spring time? It’s the official launch of my Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF) campaign to raise funds to help find a cure for Type 1 Diabetes! WOOOOO HOOOOO!!!!! YA BABY! This year’s campaign is especially fun as I’ve combined my age with the theme. We are rolling in the 1960s […]
I must admit, I think I learn more from my students than they learn from me! Okay, okay, that might not be the absolute truth, but sometimes I feel this way. The Cummings course, “Write About It”, started out as a simple creative writing course, which has now morphed into a Word Emporium of Written Beauty, […]
Did you know, Journaling has amazing meditative and soulful health benefits? Do you want to get started writing in a journal, but you don’t know how? Do you need someone to guide you on your journaling journey? If you answered yes, sign up for… The Journaling & Wellness Workshop on Tuesday, October 17th, 2023 – […]
If you’re living, you should not be in the waiting room of life. Go out there and get the people you want to be with. Love and reach out to your friends! Because… Waiting for Godot doesn’t get you anywhere, he never shows up!
Memoirs aren’t just for people in the senior chapters of their lives. If you’re old enough to be in this course, you’ve lived through a lot. You have a story that’s unique, one which deserves to be written for posterity… or maybe for a publisher with an audience eager to learn from your experiences. Online Zoom […]
Ohhhh, I miss the art of the conversation. The back and forth flow of wonderful exchanges. However, I’ve noticed that many people prefer the quiet of texting instead of the sounds of speech. I’ve also noticed “new partners” at the table. Unless you are expecting an IMPORTANT message or call, THERE IS NO REASON FOR YOUR […]
Forget the calendar. Seriously, it gives you a false sense of seasonal security. The calendar is an excellent tool for organizing your time, days, events, and years. However, I find it’s not an accurate tool for understanding the changing seasons. The calendar states this year of 2023, in the northern hemisphere, spring will start on March […]
A Love Story for Valentine’s Day Waaa Think I Love You Yes, that was me, the David Cassidy singing gal skiing up and down tracks 2 and 6 with a smile on my face. But, I wasn’t alone. I was with so many other skiing enthusiasts, smiling and enjoying the gift of pristine fresh […]
I can’t tell how many times first impressions have misguided me. You’ve got to give it much more time to truly develop an impression about someone or something. Many, many years ago I was a victim of a lousy first impression. In my later teens I was dating a hunky outdoorsman. Let’s call him Dude. […]
The Journaling & Wellness Workshop was recently given to caregivers with the Jeffery Hale Community Partners in Quebec City. The online workshop taught the participants: the wellness benefits of journaling, setting up your journal, creative writing techniques with a writer’s meditation. The next group Journaling & Wellness Workshop is May 4, 7-9 pm. For info […]
It happens all the time and I’m completely unaware of it. I’m sitting, writing in my journal and it gently comes over me. I don’t even know how long it went on for. However I do know, I went into a meditative state and I feel more relaxed than when I started. It’s not daydreaming. It’s […]
In 2023 & 2024, I will be offering 4 new online interactive Writer’s Workshops: 1. Journaling & Wellness, October 23, 7-9 pm 2. Writing by Candlelight, November 20, 7-9 pm. 3. Start Your Memoir, in 2024 TBA 4. Creative Writer’s Toolbox, in 2024 TBA The Journaling & Writer’s Workshops are aimed to improve […]
Have you ever been with a person who makes you feel great? Do you know someone who inspires you to be a better person? Someone who brings out the best in you and makes you want to try harder and do better. People can elevate other people to be the best they can be. […]
One day, I got off the summer day-camp bus and found a Tabby cat gingerly walking around my lawn. I signaled to it and it suddenly came to me. I named her Menou. Although my mother didn’t like cats and told me not to feed her, I did. Each day, I would jump off the afternoon […]
LET’S GET CREATIVELY COZY THIS WINTER. Come take an online creative writing course with me this winter from the comforts of your own home! CREATIVE NON-FICTION – CEJN 122 at Concordia University – Centre for Continuing Education January 17 – March 21, 2023 – Tuesdays 6:00-9:00 p.m. 10 classes. Let’s warm up to creativity and […]
Write About It with Suzanne Reisler Litwin at the Cummings Centre. Join our Online Zoom Creative Writing Class. And… Do it from the comforts of your home. LIT 276 – Write About It – Session 1 – Wednesdays, January 18 – February 22, 1-2:30 pm, 6 Classes. LIT 276-01 – Write About It – Session 2 […]
Many, many, many moons ago, I went to West Hill High School. My years were 1976 to 1980. The school was not a good fit for me. It was way too big. And… The halls had a horrible sweaty human, bio-clinical iodine odor to it. I think the pool water was used to wash the halls. […]
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