Nathan Tompkins, Author at The Big Smoke

Nathan Tompkins

Nathan Tompkins is a writer living in a small town just north of Portland, Oregon, though his heart will always be walking along the Kootenai River in his native North Idaho. His work has appeared in many publications including NonBinary Review. He is the author of four chapbooks, but his beautiful Australian daughter is his finest accomplishment.

To Billie Stanton: Happy Mother’s Day

May 9, 2021 on Featured, My take on ..., Residents by Nathan Tompkins

To Billie Stanton: Happy Mother’s Day

May 9, 2021 on Featured, My take on ..., Residents by Nathan Tompkins

This short essay is not for the faint of heart on this Mother’s Day, but it does illustrate how moms are there for us in every way, including moments involving trauma.