A reflection on women’s history and creativity through Central Park’s first monument to real women, and why women’s work is finally being seen.
Women’s History and Creativity: Breaking the Bronze CeilingRead More

For more than two decades, Kristine Bruneau has made a career from writing and marketing communications. Her commentaries, stories, and reviews have appeared in a variety of publications, including Daka Magazine, Democrat and Chronicle, Rochester Magazine, and Rochester Woman Magazine. A labor of love and culmination of her best work, she released her first book: Mommy Musings: Lessons on Motherhood, Love, Life. She blogs regularly at kristinebruneau.com where she explores themes of motherhood, mindfulness, creativity, and life.

A reflection on women’s history and creativity through Central Park’s first monument to real women, and why women’s work is finally being seen.
Women’s History and Creativity: Breaking the Bronze CeilingRead More

A reflective essay on letting go of control, trusting preparation, and staying present when life accelerates—at work, in writing, and in parenting.

Walking through Eindhoven’s GLOW Festival felt like stepping into a living poem of light—breathing sunflowers, flickering fireflies, and moments that gathered strangers into quiet wonder. A reminder that light doesn’t just brighten; it connects us.
The Power of Light: Finding Wonder at Eindhoven’s GLOW FestivalRead More

From a backyard frisbee mishap to an improv-style lesson in laughter, this story explores how finding humor in everyday life can turn small stumbles into the moments we remember most.

What Bruce Springsteen and Patti Smith teach about imperfection, collaboration, and finding resonance in writing, music, and creative practice.

A reflection on the unseen work of healing–where self-compassion becomes the quiet practice of staying tender and whole.
Beyond Healing: The Quiet Practice of Being Kind to YourselfRead More

I learned to write “Done. Not perfect.” at the end of each Field Notes notebook. Those three words remind me that completion—not perfection—is what clears the path for growth.

September 11 anniversary–one mother recalls being seven months pregnant during the 9/11 attacks—holding grief, rage, hope, and life at once.
