Tag Archives: creative nonfiction

Such a Good Girl

Posted on December 15, 2014 by Darrelyn Saloom

Happy holidays from the farm. Celebrating today (with the hens) because I have a short piece on Brevity’s blog. Click here to read “Such a Good Girl.” Also, please note that Brevity is encouraging readers to use Amazon Smile to … Continue reading →

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In the Wake of Three Broodmares

Posted on July 17, 2014 by Darrelyn Saloom

Stormy Reply We knew she would die. Halfway through her pregnancy, a long-ago leg injury festered, and the pain made it difficult for her to stand. We never imagined she’d carry full term, but she proved us wrong. Weak and … Continue reading →

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Finding the Words

Posted on May 4, 2014 by Darrelyn Saloom

burn·out : the condition of someone who has become very physically and emotionally tired after doing a difficult job for a long time. —Merriam-Webster Online It’s why I haven’t blogged since the Louisiana Book Festival last fall. I haven’t even … Continue reading →

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