by Jayne Martin, Writer | Apr 30, 2020 | Publication
I have the attention span of a gnat these days. Although, knowing nothing about gnats other than their persistence at annoyance, maybe that’s not a good example. I would look for other examples, but I can’t concentrate long enough. I was thrilled to finally have time...
by Jayne Martin, Writer | Aug 23, 2019 | Publication
At Kathy Fish and Nancy Stohlman’s wonderful website for her writing retreats, I’ve published an essay about fear. This is how Kathy introduces the piece: Nancy and I were so thrilled when the lovely, funny, and talented Jayne Martin, who’d participated in...
by Jayne Martin, Writer | Aug 22, 2019 | Publication
His tiny casket was carried from the church by Samson the Strong Man, followed by Billy on his unicycle, Elvin the Stilt Walker, Frederick the Fire Eater, me and Mom. Turns out for such a small guy, my dad had an enlarged heart. Doctors were stunned that he lived as...
