I love the ritual, the sloughing off of the outside world and cloistering of one's self in that space and time. And the holding back of discussion to a simple echoing back of our fellow "circlers" writing – speaking the phrases that caught us off guard, sparked an inspiration, evoked the curl of a smile or a tiny tear ... completes the sacredness of our coming together to write about life.

[The writing circle] helped me immensely as I was able to get feedback on my writing in a safe and supportive way. Being with other writers inspired me and kept me motivated to continue with my writing. Your wonderful quotes, prompts and reference books provided me with resources that I would have never accessed on my own. It was like being given a writer’s toolbox filled with a limitless source of inspiring tools.

I felt comfortable and honoured to be in a diverse circle of Remembering Our Earth Mother and Remembering Our Selves. The enthusiasm and spiritual energy were superb. I was glad to be in the circle where we drew encouragement, support and healing energy from each other. Germaine Chrupalo, O.S.B

I moved to Canada from The Netherlands and needed to find home again (or I wondered what I brought with me). As I wrote, following Writing Home, I found I brought myself. I like the suggestions for rituals. I now have a special place to write. Writing Home got me writing home! I love the book, the pictures. It is a little treasure. Titia Jetten

Mary Ann provided a cocoon in which to share and experience at a very intimate level. [The Writing Warriors] workshop helped me find a focus, and provided time for many attentive listening ears when I had a particular concern. Melody Kennedy

The writing circle was meaningful, insightful, moving and also fun. I felt privileged to be included among such wonderful women who shared their unique and precious experiences, feelings and thoughts. Rie Okamura