Nikki Abramson, M. ED

02/28/2020

Check out my new updates to my website

Learn Hope Renew

01/24/2020

I am collaborating on an anthology on chronic illness. It will be released sometime in May. The book is called: Can't Someone Fix What Ails Me? 21 Stories of Chronic Illness

Our book cover is complete! Check it out! Thanks to Sue Stein, our cover designer.

We have stories from all over the WORLD! We are thrilled to represent all types of stories, genders, ages, backgrounds, locations, journies, and medical diagnosis. Each ones of these stories has been through a lot, but offers a ray of hope despite challenges.

01/01/2020

What's your word of the year? For the past few years instead of resolutions I have been focusing on a word. Last year was very hard for me, I couldn't really pick a word, as I was just trying to live day by day. This year it is still hard, but my intention or word is Resilience. Many people have said that I have great resilience despite what life has thrown at me. I want to continue this year remind myself of the resilient strength I have. I bought this hand made braclet to remind myself of my word or intention.

Here were my past words:
2014-Accept
2015-Hope
2016-Trust
2017-Gratitude
2018-Present
2020-Resileince

What's your word?

12/28/2019

Hey friends!
My friend Barb Hynes-Tomczyk and I are putting together a book! We've both written part of it AND collected stories from others regarding chronic illness. LIKE us if you want to know when it's ready and know the process. It's been an amazing collaborative process and I'm so grateful for this opportunity to share these stories of inspiration, hope, and education.

Look for 'Can't Someone Fix What Ails Me.'

12/04/2019

Go see "A Christmas Carol" at the Guthrie Theater with the magic of the globe... my review showed here.

There is often a sense of magic that floats in the air in the season of Christmas--a sense of spark. People often call it “Christmas magic.” The Guthrie’s A Christmas Carols’ Director Lauren Keating gave me Christmas magic when she gave me the gift of the globe. From the top of the show wher...

09/14/2019

I am back. Check out my newest interview for MN Playlist with Ernest Briggs for Turtle Collective Theatre

https://minnesotaplaylist.com/magazine/article/2019/interview-with-ernest-briggs-artistic-director-at-the-turtle-theater

07/25/2019

I am making a comeback in my performing! After a year of not performing and 10 months from doing artistic work/working due to health. I will be performing for one night at the MN Fringe Festival on Thursday August 1st at 7pm at the Augsburg Studio. I will be performing with several other artists with disabilities in sharing our stories on disabilities. Join me!

Marie Cooney, spoken word artist and producer, is living with the challenges of Traumatic Brain Injuries, Seisure Disorder, PTSD, and Mental Health.

01/01/2019

Happy New Year! May it be hopeful, happy, joyfilled, and healthy. I wish you well. Looking forward to serving you in 2019.

12/31/2018

As we ring in the New Year I sit and pause for a moment to count the blessings of 2018. While 2018 has has ups and downs I would like to reflect on the positives and good moments for a moment. (in order of the years... sorta, as best as I recall)

-continued my work with a company I love at Upstream Arts
-performed improv with Comedy Combat
-got a job as writer for Minnesota Playlist
-two of my works were published with 2 anthologies published both in January of this year, one poem in WINK a magazine, one work for MN Travel company Explore Minnesota Tourism
-directed, produced, choreographed, music directed with Suzie Juul Seussical Jr.. at a local elementary school
-launched a new website www.nikkiabramson.com
Thanks to Thomas William Kuder
-new business cards, logo, and bookmarks thanks to Esty Bain
-took new headshots thanks to Dani Werner Photography and Sarah Drews
-performed in Lighting Rod with Patrick's Cabaret show Thanks Scott Artley and team.
-performed my story of adoption for the first time at Story Club. Thanks Amy Salloway for providing me with the opportunity and welcoming environment.
-performed Beyond Limits for the KAAN conference, grateful for the opportunity with an amazing team including Dennis K. Dienst, Barb Hynes-Tomczyk, Kassha Lis, Kimberly Michaels, Colleen Thul, and Sara Truesdale.
-wrote blog posts for a company called PUNCH IN as a resource guide for people with disabilities Thanks to Adrienne Louise Kleinman
-directed a one act as a part of the one acts with Eden Prairie Players! Had a great cast and was blessed by this opportunity. Thanks EPP! I look forward to working with you again!

While, I personally hit a low point this year in my health (more on that later), I am grateful for the many friendships made, sustained, and my loving family. I am also grateful for the opportunities professionally that I am given. I look forward to 2019 and what it will bring me and hoping for the best.

Learn Hope Renew

12/25/2018

Merry Christmas to all! Happy holidays!

11/22/2018

Happy Thanksgiving! Thankful for you!

10/27/2018

Is this you or someone you know?

Hello Writers! Just a friendly reminder that we’d love to hear from you. A few folks have already turned in their submissions. If you’re like me, I’ve been mulling it over and letting it process in my head so far. If you need a little encouragement or have some questions, feel free to contact us. In the meantime . . . Yay Rah Rah! Go for it!
Best,
Nikki

Dear Writers: We’re SO happy you’re willing to share your story. We need real people with real voices. We hope to create an anthology of all our stories, so we can spread awareness, understanding, hope, and inspiration.
Some information for you:
1) Please use size 12 font
2) Double spaced
3) Up to 10 pages long (shorter is great too!)
4) Will be edited and sent back to you for final approval before publishing
5) Deadline: Friday, Nov. 30

Please send to: Nikki Abramson [email protected] or Barb Hynes-Tomczyk [email protected] If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to either one of us.

Below are some ideas /prompts if you’re stuck somewhere in the process: - A description of your condition/disability - How the condition impacts your life - What helps you physically, mentally, emotionally, spiritually? - What you would like others to know about your journey - What someone can learn from your story - Describe a moment in your life that stands out. Why does it stand out? What did you take away from it – good or bad? If it’s negative, how do you combat its effects? - Have there been any moments of silliness or humor that have helped you? - How does your condition affect your relationship/s with others in your life?