kate writes deeply personal, unfailingly honest, and richly humorous stories celebrating and honoring the human condition. she believes joy and pain often walk hand-in-hand and that our most pivotal moments can be both tender and brutal. she finds meaning in examining life's greatest challenges and its inimitable rewards.

featured writings (links open in a new tab)

  • breathing time

    can joy and grief walk hand in hand

  • on open hands

    unwavering commitment and undying love.

  • New Title

    I got divorced after 26 years, then my second husband died. But I found love again, and I'm getting married for a 3rd time.

  • hey darlin'

    is home a feeling, or a place?

  • New Title

    My ex-husband and I still spend Christmas together with our kids. It's not for everyone, but it works for us.

  • new title

    My ex-husband brought his girlfriend to our daughter's baby shower. I was nervous to meet her, but we connected immediately.

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