Show Notes
Join us for an engaging discussion with Lily Iona MacKenzie, author of the hybrid memoir Dreaming Myself into Old Age. In this Living to 100 Club episode, Lily shares her personal journey of aging. We discuss Jungian insights, and the role of dreams in self-discovery. We'll delve into how aging influences relationships, personal growth, and creativity. We explore the importance of embracing the present moment. Lily also reflects on her experiences as a published author later in life, the themes of her memoir, and the mysteries of aging that shape our outlook and resilience. Whether you're navigating your own aging journey or supporting others, this episode offers inspiration and practical wisdom for living a rich, meaningful life.
Mini Bio
Lily Iona MacKenzie is an accomplished author, poet, and educator. Her creative journey began on a Canadian farm under Alberta's expansive skies. Drawing inspiration from the natural world, her work is infused with elements of magical realism and celebrates the boundless imagination. A high school dropout turned scholar, Lily earned two master’s degrees in Creative Writing and Humanities. She has published widely across genres in over 165 American and Canadian venues.
Her novels include Fling!, Curva Peligrosa, Freefall: A Divine Comedy, and The Ripening: A Canadian Girl Grows Up! Her poetry collections, All This and California Dreaming, alongside her hybrid memoir Dreaming Myself into Old Age: One Woman’s Search for Meaning, showcase her profound storytelling.
A dedicated educator, Lily taught rhetoric and creative writing at the University of San Francisco for over 30 years. She continues to coach aspiring writers in fiction, nonfiction, and poetry. She lives in California, where she remains guided by the transformative power of stories and the ever-changing skies that inspire her.
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Lily's Website: Lily Iona Mackenzie
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