Amanda Hass

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Book Notes: The Small and the Mighty by Sharon McMahon

Book Notes: The Small and the Mighty by Sharon McMahon

📚 The Book in 3 Sentences 1. A collection of vignettes about small but mighty Americans who helped bring about great change for civil rights, women’s rights, and education in the United States. 2. A needed guide through American history that reveals the power of perseverance, standing up to injustice,

Writing Prompt #7

In italics below is a writing prompt from 642 Tiny Things to Write About - I hope you enjoy reading my response and feel inspired to write your own response in the comments. A genie grants you three tiny wishes. What are they? My first thought is - do the

Book Notes: The Tao of Pooh by Benjamin Hoff

Book Notes: The Tao of Pooh by Benjamin Hoff

🚀 The Book in 3 Sentences 1. Taoist wisdom is seen in Winnie the Pooh; Pooh is a Taoist master because he just is. 2. The core principles of Taoism are explained using examples from Winnie the Pooh. 3. We can become in tune with the Way by emulating Pooh’s

Photo Poem Series #4

Photo Poem Series #4

Delicate Overlapping concentric circles, each new layer more beautiful than the last. Jagged tips softening with the delicate pink and gold petals. Still, more to bloom - a piece of its beauty held inside, slowly to reveal its imperfect perfection.

Photo Poem Series #3

Photo Poem Series #3

Fire Reds, golds, oranges, blues - the colors of fire - autumn in Vermont is when the land bursts into flames. Wander under canopies aflame and tread on carpets of color. Only the tallest peaks are safe from burning, but the journey through the fire will make you want to

Photo Poem Series #2

Photo Poem Series #2

Cascading Rushing, Swirling, Smooth - a cool misty caress. The river falls and winds ever on. If you listen closely, you can hear it's cascading song.

Writing Prompt #6

In italics below is a writing prompt from 642 Tiny Things to Write About - I hope you enjoy reading my response and feel inspired to write your own response in the comments. When your character was in third grade, they wore the same comfy shirt every single day. Describe

Writing Prompt #5

In italics below is a writing prompt from 642 Tiny Things to Write About - I hope you enjoy reading my response and feel inspired to write your own response in the comments. Think of one dramatic event from your life (an accident, a fight, a loss) and write the

Book Idea #1

It is my dream to one day be a published author, and in order to move forward on that journey, I need to start developing my ideas and putting them out there. Sharing this book idea makes me feel incredibly vulnerable because there's no criticism about it where

Photo Poem Series #1

Photo Poem Series #1

Fog While fog hides, it also envelops; A drizzly hug that absorbs feeling and leaves one light and refreshed.

Writing Prompt #4

In italics below is a writing prompt from 642 Tiny Things to Write About - I hope you enjoy reading my response and feel inspired to write your own response in the comments. The person across from you at a cafe or cubicle: What did they dream last night? The

Mixing business and pleasure

Usually, this adage is cautionary; however, in this case, my mixing business and pleasure is a good thing! I have recently started working with one of the greats (and I mean great in many ways) - Garrott Kuzzy, Minnesotan cross country ski Olympian and founder of Lumi Experiences, the premier

The Power of English

My most recent job had me teaching English to immigrants and refugees to Vermont. I greatly enjoyed teaching all levels of English language learners, and was lucky to make lifelong connections with many of my students. Learning the language of the society they live in gives them confidence and freedom

Writing Prompt #3

In italics below is a writing prompt from 642 Tiny Things to Write About - I hope you enjoy reading my response and feel inspired to write your own response in the comments. At a banquet in a foreign land, you are greeted as a guest of honor and served

Writing Prompt #2

In italics below is a writing prompt from 642 Tiny Things to Write About - I hope you enjoy reading my response and feel inspired to write your own response in the comments. You accidentally hit Reply-All and everyone received an uncensored rant about your boss. Write the follow-up Reply

Writing Prompt #1

In italics below is a writing prompt from 642 Tiny Things to Write About - I hope you enjoy reading my response and feel inspired to write your own response in the comments. Think about your weirdest family member and write one short scene that depicts why he or she

Welcome!

Welcome to my professional and personal website - a place where I plan to share my career highlights for those who are interested, as well as a spot for me to explore my creative writing skills. A Little Background I am a language lover, avid reader, and information sponge. I