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About me - Mysti Guymon

At the age of eight, Mysti Reutlinger took a pencil to paper and composed my first story. She found excitement and fun in poetry, which began with the Evanston Beautification Contest sponsored by the City of Evanston in Wyoming. The poem Mysti wrote placed

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Creative Writing > Short Stories Short stories: Children's stories
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An Adventure filled DayWake up now, you sleepyhead!Rise and shine, get out of bedEggs and sausage start your day;As Mommy cooks a breakfast buffet!Orange juice, muffins and pancakes too.Going hungry just won't do!First you'll pick what clothes to wear.Then you'll dress and comb your hair.Grab your books and bear for play.Whil... More..

Relationships & Family > Grief & Loss Grief: Coping with the death of a child
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I gave birth to a six-week premature boy on August 13, 1999. He was amazingly strong, yet so tiny, weighing in at five pounds even. I brought him home and loved him deeply. I ensured every need was met all the while caring for my mother who was terminally ill and my fifteen-year-old brother.Just after midnight on April 9, 200... More..

Creative Writing > Memoirs Testimonies: Coping with life after sexual abuse
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One Girl Against the WorldYelling and screaming came from the kitchen. She was fighting with her Mom and Dad, again, before school. She had enough. Emotional and distraught, she left for school. It was on that familiar route she made a choice, to break the silence and stand up against the world. She chose to confide in one pe... More..

Creative Writing > Short Stories Short stories: Overcoming challenges
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Mind Over MatterIt was a sweltering spring day in Texas. I was participating in the middle school track and field events. Running had been a strong suit for me and I was sure I would succeed and earn the blue ribbon, a prize I would cherish.The events seemed to take forever to complete. I did fairly well on the long jump, spr... More..

Creative Writing > Memoirs Memoirs: Personal experiences with the healing power of dogs
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"Female English Cocker Spaniel. AKC Registered."That was the ad, with a phone number to call. My mom phoned and arranged a time to meet the animal that was described. With me in tow, we drove to the other side of town and walked to the door of the house. She knocked.The owner of the Spaniel said he would be back with her, as ... More..

Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: History
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Noble or SavageYou marched so many to their deathsUpon the Trail of Tears.You chose not to share our landWith we Indians who for years:Protected, respected, and kept it safeNever killing just for greed,But rather lifted our souls to the God'sIn thanks for providing for our needs.You took it away, you savage of heart.You tore ... More..

Parenting & Pregnancy > Children's Activities (Other) Halloween safety tips for trick-or-treaters
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Halloween is around the corner and many children will take to the street in search of just one more piece of candy. Their safety is important on this night, just as any other night. A few tips for keeping your young ones safe will having a blast this Halloween:Costume Safety * Make sure that the costume your child is wearing ... More..

Relationships & Family > Domestic Violence & Abuse Moving on after sexual abuse
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As difficult as this letter is for me to write, I know that it is a necessary step in my final and ultimate healing that needs to take place in my life. I have come to this realization because of all that has transpired and how it has affected me, my life and those around me.I have been angry. I have been angry at everything ... More..

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