Danielle LaveauConfidence or Cockiness?In every aspect of my life, I try to imbue confidence. However, I wonder how many people misconstrue it as cockiness? While a man can strut…Sep 26, 2023Sep 26, 2023
Danielle LaveauStairway to Heaven or Hell?One of the most popular hikes in the United States is also one of the most dangerous — and it’s illegal if hikers take the broken…Jan 9, 2023Jan 9, 2023
Danielle LaveauGolden HourSunlight explodes behind whispering trees. Blue waves tinged with gold crash against the kayaks, thumping in tune to our heartbeats…Jan 2, 2023Jan 2, 2023
Danielle LaveauThe StormI am sitting at the kitchen table trying to calmly eat my dinner when my dad gets up to peer out the porch screen yet again. He is making…Jan 29, 2022Jan 29, 2022
Danielle LaveauShooting BulletsSilence is a cocked gun, Waiting for the blow, When thoughts collide, You leave me feeling low.Jan 29, 2022Jan 29, 2022
Danielle LaveauThe MirrorI looked into the mirror, but instead of my reflection I saw the empty, shadowed wall behind me. My hands reached out, but I saw no…Jan 29, 2022Jan 29, 2022
Danielle LaveauA Flower in the WeedsI didn’t choose you, But you chose me. You planted a seed When I said not to.Nov 24, 2021Nov 24, 2021
Danielle LaveauBertha’s Last BreathThe first whispers of snowfall replace the distant summer. While the soft flurries can’t make up for the warmth of the sun, they act as a…Nov 10, 2021Nov 10, 2021
Danielle LaveauSave Room For JesusLike every popping Saturday night, Mennonites between the ages of 16 and 22 are singing hymns. The “small” group of 150 males and females…Sep 7, 2019Sep 7, 2019
Danielle LaveauBack in the KayakI spent a whopping 22 hours in the car this weekend and only 22 minutes on the water. Starting in the middle of Minnesota before the sun…May 23, 2018May 23, 2018