Of Holiday Traditions
Ghosts in my mailing list rest. backstory: One of the old traditions we uphold in my family is that of sending relatives and family friends handwritten holiday ...
Author: Khaya Ronkainen
Khaya Ronkainen writes poetry, creative nonfiction and fiction. This blog explores all things writing and living, aka personal history, cross-cultural experiences, nature, language, and the many ways people carry home within and across borders.
Practicing Freedom and Gratitude
Freedom; I take nothing for granted. backstory: Tomorrow, December 6th, is Finland’s Independence Day. I’ve written a lot about what and why I love my second ho...
On Making Your Own Joy
The holiday season can be a time of great joy or sadness, depending on where it finds one. I’ve been on both sides of the coin. But let’s consider this, holiday...