Here is part of the introduction to my poetry book, Dancing Heart. It expresses my journey and passion for writing poems:
I wrote this book to let spheres of light burst out from their swirling places in my heart, mind, stomach, and soul. It all started when I joined a study group of The Artist’s Way by Julia Cameron, in Mesa, Arizona. The “morning pages” assignment of writing three pages every morning evolved into longer and longer stretches of writing. I dug deeper into the depths of my soul for the sheer curiosity and joy of it. My hand seemed to want to write on its own. Phrases popped out of me like fireflies lighting up a dark sky.
My intention throughout this odyssey has been to express joyful inspiration and to spark others to connect to the joy of living authentically from their heart.
Wishing you all the best,
Kelly Athena
1334 E. Chandler Blvd. #5-D5
Phoenix, Arizona 85048