Author: Jaclyn Weber-Hill
An Unrealized Masterclass
I learned the difference between writing as a job and a hobby when I signed on for employment at Coffee House Writers. Before I ...Let Love In
“Dress nice, but not black tie,” Lacey reminded herself as she stood in front of the mirror. Syler’s words replayed in her head for ...Closer Than the Radio
Every year, my parents brought us to the local street fair. The event allowed us to spend time together, interact with others in the ...Start of Something New
At the end of the night, the space grew silent. The booming bass ceased, and loud conversations disappeared. Only sounds heard were Nick and ...The Realization of Self-Trust
The biggest epiphany I had was the realization that no one would save me but myself. I needed to stand up to the monsters ...A Paradigm Shift
NYC summer felt alien to Lacey; it was like a different world. Heat radiated from the pavement, a thick air hung heavy, and people ...Fun Has No Age Limits
Some of my fondest memories at my grandparents’ home centered on the same Disney Sing Along VHS tape. The blue owl would dash down ...The Kindness of a Stranger
Living in New York rarely provided comfortable commutes. It was considered lucky if it was a subway transporting you somewhere, but often that’s not ...Out Tonight
How did Lacey secure employment with such ease? The interaction with the bar manager left her stunned. Her new boss, Nick, appeared unfazed by ...Comparison is a Thief of Joy
I often ask myself when writing a piece, “Am I doing this well?” “Could this be better?” “Am I good enough?” Perfectionism weaves a ...
