Swagger & Ink

Stories that traverse the landscapes of womanhood, aging, and the American West—where grit meets grace.

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Desert Rain

Wandering in the hills behind our house I was startled when a drop of rain landed beneath my eye.

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Weathered character statue with a smiling face and open mouth.
“Breathe Deeply, Read Widely.”
— Amanda Barusch