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Poetry: “Choosing Sides”

One of the poems chosen for the book.

The Whiteraven Net

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.

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February 8, 2022 0

“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 →

January 11, 2022 1

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/

January 6, 2022 0

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 →

January 3, 2022 0

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/

December 23, 2021 0

Lit. Update: The Ocean’s Made For Swimming , Official Poetry Release Tomorrow!

It comes tomorrow!

The Whiteraven Net

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.

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December 20, 2021 0

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.

December 3, 2021 1

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 →

November 29, 2021 0

“The Challenging Reality: Vegan Leather”

Recently, I have been furthering my understanding of vegan and cruelty-free topics - specifically with regards to clothing, textiles, and manufacturing. As someone who never conformed to what most people saw as a normal diet and was considered by many to be vegetarian before it was "cool", I was thrilled to see the huge selection... Continue Reading →

November 23, 2021 1

Announcing a New Series: “The Challenging Reality”

Over the years, I have accumulated quite a bit of knowledge on various topics related to health (mainly out of necessity, not curiosity). When my family and I went vegan, I also began learning about topics related not only to veganism but to environmental issues in general. Since I enjoy using my personal... Continue Reading →

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