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ZooDoc	Created On: 07/20/2010 09:58:34 Nice to see everyone again after AN's little glitch! ZD
shedances	Created On: 06/30/2010 08:12:17 Hey Cristina, You are very welcome. Yes I have had poems disappear a few times. I haven't been on in over a week and quite frankly am not sure if anything is missing in the line of poems. I did receive emails that comments were posted that aren't here though. Must be a glitch in the system. love and hugs deborah
shedances	Created On: 06/15/2010 20:31:05 The Last Party, that tore at my heart. Reminded me of visits with my Aunt Betty. She's dancing in heaven now. love and hugs deborah Feedback from FirkinFiction: Thank you for your kind words about "The Last Party" Deborah. This poem was for my grandmother and the memories of her memory fading are very close to my heart. Blessings, Cristina P.S. Quick question I just had at least 2 poems disappear from my profile that I posted last week. Have you ever had that happen? Weird.
shedances	Created On: 06/15/2010 20:19:37 Thanks so much. Sweet dreams Cristina. love and hugs deborah
shedances	Created On: 05/21/2010 17:34:20 Here's to magical messes and all the dreams that are formed because a mother loved her children more than tidiness. love and hugs deborah ps my daughters living room looks the very same Feedback from FirkinFiction: Thank you, Deborah. I agree - imagination comes before tidiness. It helps to have the support of other down-to-earth moms. And hey - at least my week of attempting spring cleaning inspired a poem. Best, Cristina
Tink	Created On: 05/18/2010 15:55:09 Christina "It's all in The Details" is magic. You point out those details that can elevate one out of the mundane and depressing - to those little things that for me make every moment special - thank you. Hugs, Maggie Feedback from FirkinFiction: Thank you so much, Maggie, for reading my poem "It's All in the Details" and for reflecting on the life of the poem. I would love to take a walk around the lake every day. I think it would make me appreciate and savor each moment more. Blessings to you, Cristina
Waterfallzzz	Created On: 05/18/2010 10:38:16 "It's All in the Details" Yes; bread baking is one of my favorite smells, too. This was a wonderful walk around the lake with a lot of mixed ponderances. Thank you and Welcome Back!
shedances	Created On: 05/18/2010 09:55:35 True Blessings, I love the flow of your writing. It seems to dance across the page. love and hugs deborah Feedback from FirkinFiction: Thank you, Deborah! I have forgotten how inspiring it can be to have other writers give support and feedback. I've been away from AN too long, and need to catch up. Thank you again! Hope you are well. Best, Cristina
Tink	Created On: 05/17/2010 16:59:58 Christina Hi, "True Blessings" is beautiful and how wonderful that they are to be found in all seasons. You're in Spring, while we are in autumn. Cheers, Maggie Feedback from FirkinFiction: Dear Maggie, Thank you so much for your kind comments on my poem, "True Blessings." I appreciate it! Fall is one of my favorite seasons. I hope you are enjoying every crimson and burnt orange falling leaf. Happy Writing! All my best, Cristina
dev	Created On: 05/17/2010 12:25:52 Cristina, where have you been? Oh, i know I just read "You Vs. the Future" and totally understand. We've missed you. Feedback from FirkinFiction: Hi Dev, I've been busy with my family and writing and such. I've missed chatting with my fellow writers here on AN too! Hope you are doing well, Dev. I'll try to post and comment more. Maybe the summer will feel less busy ... but then again with kids, it will get more busy, right? LOL Blessings to you! Cristina

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Gender:	Female
State/Province:	WI
Country:	United States
Genre(s):	Poetry, Short Story, Novel, Non-Fiction Articles

About Me

About Me:

Cristina M.R. Norcross resides in the U.S. with her husband and her two sons. She graduated with a B.A. Honors Degree in English Literature from the University of Ottawa, Canada. Cristina lived in London, England for 5 years where she worked in publishing and taught high school level English. She also taught creative writing and language skills at a youth organization and is the author of a grammar usage manual. Cristina attended the Winter Writers Series at the Featherstone Center for the Arts and also studied with Nancy Slonim Aronie (author of WRITING FROM THE HEART) while living on Martha's Vineyard, MA. Ms. Norcross has had over 50 short stories, poems and articles published in literary magazines in England, Wales, The United States, Canada and Algeria. Cristina has been published in both English and German. Cristina's first book, LAND & SEA: Poetry Inspired by Art, featuring the paintings of Irene Ruddock, was published in December 2006 with a 2nd Edition in 2007, and is available at select bookstores, galleries, www.Amazon.com, BarnesandNoble.com and www.revolutionbooksellers.com. Ms. Norcross has a second book of poetry, THE RED DRUM, due for release in November 2008. Cristina recently completed the manuscript for her book of poetry inspired by art with photographer Pat Bashford: LIVING NATURE'S MOMENTS. Check out Cristina's latest book, UNSUNG LOVE SONGS (Feb. 2010) at Amazon.com and Barnesandnoble.com. Ms. Norcross is currently working on poems for a book project with visual artist, Jennifer Peña. For more information about Cristina M. R. Norcross, please visit the author's website: http://www.firkfinfiction.com. (Author photo by Tara Hamer of www.taraphotography.com) *** 4/22/10 - I apologize for not being able to post new works or make comments as often as I would like lately. I will check-in as often as I can! Happy Writing! ~Cristina

My Bookshelf

What's on my bookshelf:
With 9 bookshelves bursting with treasured titles, there are too many to list, but my bedside table currently holds a stack of must-read books, including: The Vanishing Act of Esme Lennox by Maggie O'Farrell, Still Another Day by poet Pablo Neruda, Point and Line by poet Thalia Field and the current Poets & Writers Magazine.

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Occasionally I will add new poems, sample blog entries from my official writer's blog "Running on at the Ink" at Blogger.com, as well as selections from published books. A community of writers such as those who share a passion for literature and the writing process at AuthorNation.com have the unique opportunity to share ideas, inspire one another and generate creative energy. This boundless spirit of the written word will permeate the work of all those who beckon the muse to whisper an evocative stanza or an eloquent paragraph.

Thank you for stopping by and for reading my written reveries.

Happy Writing to all!

– Tuesday, June 15 2010 –
The Last Party The Last Party (For Josie) It all begins to fade in the land of forget-me-not years. One moment I am dropping a slice of lemon into my...	19
– Wednesday, May 19 2010 –
Toy Overload Toy Overload My house is flooded with things that go "beep" and "boink," automated fire truck sirens, choo choos ready for the ne...	28
– Sunday, May 16 2010 –
It's All in the Details It's All in the Details The yeasty warmth of bread baking reaches my nose, as does the freshly cut grass in rows of perfectly square lawn...	18
– Thursday, April 22 2010 –
True Blessings True Blessings The blessed sun smiles upon the earth – kissing the new day. Flowerbeds, turned over and over, prepar...	33
– Tuesday, April 20 2010 –
You vs. the Future You vs. the Future I wish I did not envy my future self so much. She is always achieving things at a faster pace. She kno...	26
– Saturday, December 26 2009 –
On Fridays, I Plunge On Fridays, I Plunge I have no self-control when I am with you. The world seems more delicious – more luxurious when we are exp...	55
– Wednesday, November 25 2009 –
Waiting to Swim Waiting to Swim (from the forthcoming book, Unsung Love Songs) The hotel room is empty, save for our mess of clothes. You are alrea...	60
– Sunday, October 18 2009 –
Fearless Missed the "One Vision" gallery event on October 17th? Here is my poem from the reading ... FEARLESS (Inspired by the paintin...	80
– Wednesday, October 14 2009 –
Alchemical Connections Alchemical Connections Life is the dream – we all float along like a river. When will we awaken to the perpetual natur...	63
– Thursday, October 08 2009 –
Climb Out Climb Out (For John Lennon) Climb out of yourself and live. The pool of memory you swim in is no longer a bath of comfort. This...	56

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LAND & SEA: Poetry Inspired by Art/ Paintings by Irene Ruddock and Poems by Cristina M. R. Norcross, Published 2007, ISBN-13: 978-0-9796733-0-6 Available at: www.Amazon.com and www.barnesandnoble.com *** THE RED DRUM: Selected Poems by Cristina M. R. Norcross ISBN-13: 978-0979673313 Published: November, 2008 Available at: www.Lulu.com and www.Amazon.com

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Title:	Land & Sea: Poetry Inspired by Art, Paintings by Irene Ruddock and Poetry by Cristina M. R. Norcross
Price:	$34.95
ISBN#:	978-0-9796733-0-6
Buy It Here:	Barnes & Noble
Abstract:	Land & Sea is a collection of ekphrastic poetry inspired by the watercolor paintings of artist Irene Ruddock. This beautiful, hardcover art book features Long Island landscapes and Manhattan scenes in both words and brushstrokes. Each poem captures the life behind the image and creates an unseen narrative for the reader. There is a synthesis of art and words in this book. When savored together, the two art forms of writing and visual art provide a magical journey that you will want to embark on again and again.
Reviews:	Praise for Land and Sea! “The book is beautiful.” - Nancy Aronie, Author of Writing from the Heart “Poems and pictures beautifully melded!” - Ken Browne, Documentary Filmmaker and director of Mondays at Skimmilk: 30 Years of Writers at Work “... I think that Cristina Norcross has done an admirable job of taking inspiration from Ms. Ruddock’s agreeable images.” -Gregory Maguire, Bestselling auhor of the novel Wicked.

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Title:	The Red Drum
Price:	$12.13
ISBN#:	978-0-9796733-1-3
Buy it Here:	Amazon.com
Abstract:	THE RED DRUM is a collection of poems celebrating the joyfulness of living in the presence of authentic moments ~ creating a dream-like, poetic form to capture the leaves of thought that fall from the sky. In The Red Drum, Wisconsin author Cristina M. R. Norcross writes about the sacred, every day moments that bring us joy, while reflecting on what makes the soul search for philosophical answers to modern living. Inspired by the beauty of landscapes, nature, visual art, music, parenthood, faith and the creative process itself, Ms. Norcross sheds light on why we need to strive for more out of life than just the external or temporal. Beneath the stunning cover of a black backdrop and an exquisite, stained glass window, are poems with questions for every searching soul.

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Title:	Unsung Love Songs
Price:	$14.00
ISBN#:	978-0557235285
Buy It Here:	Amazon
Abstract:	Unsung Love Songs follows a poetic journey through romantic love, familial love, universal love, as well as acceptance and love of the self. The main emphasis of this collection is romantic love. The first flush of romance always involves fireworks, flowers and much swooning. This initial burst of passion is just the beginning. What happens when couples have families and they collect anniversaries too numerous to count? If you are fortunate enough to find true love and keep it, then it is the moments of constancy, humor and co-existing that make up an enduring partnership. This collection of poems celebrates the quiet, every day moments of love and how the recognition of this deep, abiding calmness can be the heart's biggest flourish of all. (Painting on cover by artist, Dint Sweitzer, "The Dancers.") Cristina M. R. Norcross is the author of Land & Sea: Poetry Inspired by Art (2007), The Red Drum (2008) and Unsung Love Songs (2010). The author's website is: www.FirkinFiction.com.

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