“How do you explain the feeling of hearing the right thing at the right time? I came into Kundiman not knowing if I should continue writing, if I even wanted to anymore. Walking into the room on the first day I felt intimidated: Here were all these amazing writers, many of whom I had admired from afar, all of them serious in their pursuits. Those thoughts quickly fell away as we shared more about ourselves. In addition to the spark writing exercises, the classes, seminars, and mentor meetings, where I was artistically challenged and pushed in new ways, I found that not only were my insecurities and struggles heard, but so many others at the retreat were dealing with similar questions. I'd like to say we found a community in each other, but that would not be accurate. Kundiman creates the community, and we choose to step into it. I am so glad I did.”