Rediscovering Wonder—One Story at a Time
In my main career as a lawyer, I write constantly. Contracts, memos, legal opinions—each sentence carefully crafted to convey facts, not feelings. The writing is precise, professional, and emotionally neutral. It gets the job done.
But writing for children? That’s a whole different world.
When I began writing children’s books, I was struck by how different the process felt. Instead of capturing arguments or outlining legal positions, I was suddenly tasked with capturing wonder. With shaping something simple and true that a child—and the adult reading alongside them—could feel in their heart.
Writing for children invites you to slow down. To be curious. To look again at everyday things like rocks and clouds and animals with the wide-eyed attention they deserve. It’s not about lofty words or long explanations—it’s about connection, simplicity, and joy.
Through storytelling, I’ve found myself rediscovering the magic in things I once rushed past. And the best part? Kids are natural guides. Their questions—Why is that rock sparkly? Do animals get lonely? What’s inside a cave?—remind us that there’s always more to discover if we pause and look closely.
The helpful takeaway?
No matter what field you work in, there’s value in tapping back into your imagination. Whether it’s through storytelling, journaling, sketching, or just asking “why” more often—curiosity is a skill we can nurture at any age.
Try it. The next time you’re on a walk, let yourself wonder about the shape of a leaf or the color of a stone. Let your inner storyteller speak.
You might just rediscover something beautiful hiding in plain sight.
