The new year has already provided me with some challenges. There's been so much to do and a lot of influences and thoughts I have to sift through. That's part of the growth process, especially when you are serious about spirituality. After dealing with a bad head cold and allergy attacks, which are still... Continue Reading →
Return to posting, Upcoming Lit. News!
After a period of absence from most social media, I am officially returning to updating T.W.N. and Superlative Deviation! I’m busily trying to complete a project for release here on the website but hope to share an update in a week or so.
In keeping with the season, I will be posting a few items to S.D. that revolve around the Angelic New Year, which I and others who study with my personal mentor observe. It might not bee as in-depth as I’d like it to be, since my main focus is elsewhere; but I am celebrating and wanted to share a taste of the positive vibes.
Stay tuned for the literary update and more news later this month!
- E.W.
Poetry: “Choosing Sides”
One of the poems chosen for the book.

I awoke one day to find
a cryptic lie had seized my mind.
I awoke one day to see
illusions claiming I was free.
I awoke one day to feel
the seven deadly, putrid seals.
I awoke one day to think
how near my soul came to the brink.
I awoke one day to do
what pride had begged me never to.
I awoke one day to dare
reject the darkened powers of air.
I awoke one day to know
the true … “above is so below”.
I awoke one day to stand
among the few meek of the land.
From The Ocean’s Made For Swimming Copyright © 2021 by Ena Whiteraven All rights reserved.
Image found online and does not appear in poetry book. No copyright violation intended.
“The Challenging Reality: Wool and Ethics”
One of the topics I've been learning about recently has been the use of wool in the fabric industry. Generally, we as vegans tend to be very much against this practice and advocate for plant-based textiles made from hemp, organic cotton, recycled fibers, etc. as replacements for animal-derived fibers. However, I've discovered there are... Continue Reading →
Special Feature – Link: Advice for social media this year
Here's a link to Alura's latest post on A Life of Virtues regarding the best and worst social media alternatives this year. I have experienced quite a few of the same issues She has and can recommend Her advice. https://spirituallyawkward.com/2022/01/06/the-cleanest-worst-social-media-apps-for-2022/
Update: “Challenging Reality and Poetry Excerpts”
Happy New Year to everyone joining my on this journey! I hope you took the time to reconnect with family in whatever way possible, and that you maintain the bonds of love and friendship not only this year but into the future, as well. I'm happy to announce that a new installment of the mini... Continue Reading →
Link: A lesson in the truth of virtue on A Life of Virtues
A wonderful and very important post from Alura Cein. https://spirituallyawkward.com/2021/12/22/to-give-is-to-receive/
Lit. Update: The Ocean’s Made For Swimming , Official Poetry Release Tomorrow!
It comes tomorrow!
The official release of my first volume of poetry, The Ocean’s Made For Swimming, will be celebrated tomorrow – Dec. 21st, 2021 (Yule/winter solstice)! It will also be available to international readers. Further information will follow in the update I post tomorrow.
I’ve been in the process of connecting and updating information across all of my online platforms. Links to my new Amazon Author Page are being updated and can be found on my “about author” page here on T.W.N.They will also be posted to my personal blog, Superlative Deviation.
Merry Christmas, Happy Yule, and have a wonderful New Year!
- E.W.
Blog Update: The Cruelty-free Life and Lit. News
The Cruelty-free life page is once again live! As promised, I'm including links to some of the source material I've referenced for The Challenging Reality mini series. The posts will also be shared to T.W.N. Literary updates are also coming to T.W.N. in the near future. Stay tuned for some big news! E.W.
Contribution to the Weekly Smile: “Seasonal Changes and Fun” #weeklysmile #indoornomore #handmade
After a couple busy weeks of hard work, it was really nice to get out for a leisurely walk yesterday. We met a beautiful black cat with green eyes and took pictures of the trees as their leaves were nearly gone. I also managed to pick up some trash in our neighborhood and deposited... Continue Reading →