Shigeko Ito
@shigekoitoauthor.bsky.social
Writer • Educator • Complex Trauma Advocate • Lover of Idioms
Author of The Pond Beyond the Forest (forthcoming, 2025)
https://www.shigekoito.com/
Author of The Pond Beyond the Forest (forthcoming, 2025)
https://www.shigekoito.com/
Children struggling with trust or emotions are often hurting quietly.
We can help with kindness, patience, and safe spaces — your support matters more than you think. 🧸
We can help with kindness, patience, and safe spaces — your support matters more than you think. 🧸
February 13, 2026 at 4:02 PM
Children struggling with trust or emotions are often hurting quietly.
We can help with kindness, patience, and safe spaces — your support matters more than you think. 🧸
We can help with kindness, patience, and safe spaces — your support matters more than you think. 🧸
The other morning, I dreamed of warrior haniwa, ancient Japanese clay figures. I later learned they're seen as vessels of legacy and memory. Maybe they came to say: your story stands watch—you've already left what needed to be left. 🌾 🕊 #SpiritualDream #Haniwa #Legacy #Memoir
January 20, 2026 at 5:00 PM
The other morning, I dreamed of warrior haniwa, ancient Japanese clay figures. I later learned they're seen as vessels of legacy and memory. Maybe they came to say: your story stands watch—you've already left what needed to be left. 🌾 🕊 #SpiritualDream #Haniwa #Legacy #Memoir
Started this good-luck lemon pig tradition years ago while dreaming of getting my book into the world. Now that the book's out, the spark's faded somewhat, but with my husband's nudging, I made a new one this year. Glad I did! Another bit of luck for all of us 😉🐷🍋🍀 #LemonPig
January 7, 2026 at 5:00 PM
Started this good-luck lemon pig tradition years ago while dreaming of getting my book into the world. Now that the book's out, the spark's faded somewhat, but with my husband's nudging, I made a new one this year. Glad I did! Another bit of luck for all of us 😉🐷🍋🍀 #LemonPig
My Authority Magazine feature just went live on Medium this morning. If you’re interested in memoir writing, healing, and Japanese diaspora stories, please check it out. I hope this interview resonates. medium.com/authority-magazi...
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January 1, 2026 at 6:06 PM
My Authority Magazine feature just went live on Medium this morning. If you’re interested in memoir writing, healing, and Japanese diaspora stories, please check it out. I hope this interview resonates. medium.com/authority-magazi...
Happy New Year! May 2026 bring happiness, joy, peace, and prosperity. 🍋🐷☮️🕊🍀🖖 #GoodLuckLemonPig #LemonPig #GoodLuck #ProsperityPig
January 1, 2026 at 12:48 AM
Happy New Year! May 2026 bring happiness, joy, peace, and prosperity. 🍋🐷☮️🕊🍀🖖 #GoodLuckLemonPig #LemonPig #GoodLuck #ProsperityPig
Sophie's First Raincoat: She's my Paddington Bear, once complete with a yellow rain hat! Who's your rainy-day sidekick? 💛☔️🐻
December 30, 2025 at 5:00 PM
Sophie's First Raincoat: She's my Paddington Bear, once complete with a yellow rain hat! Who's your rainy-day sidekick? 💛☔️🐻
During our son's visit last week, we saw Rental Family together. Its light-hearted yet poignant take on the loneliness epidemic shows how chosen 'family' makes us feel seen and validated, affirming our existence and filling voids—themes echoed in The Pond Beyond the Forest 😊♥️
December 23, 2025 at 5:00 PM
During our son's visit last week, we saw Rental Family together. Its light-hearted yet poignant take on the loneliness epidemic shows how chosen 'family' makes us feel seen and validated, affirming our existence and filling voids—themes echoed in The Pond Beyond the Forest 😊♥️
Hippocampus Interview 📗🎤: I thought this interview wouldn't come out until January—who knew it's live now!? Let me know your thoughts! www.hippocampusmagazine.com... 🙏🌳🪷🐟✨ #HippocampusMag #Memoir #ThePondBeyondTheForest #AuthorLife
INTERVIEW: Shigeko Ito, Author of The Pond Beyond the Forest | Hippocampus Magazine
In her debut memoir, The Pond Beyond the Forest, Shigeko Ito delves into her Japanese upbringing, marked by obedience and self-sacrifice... -- Leslie Lindsay
www.hippocampusmagazine.com
December 18, 2025 at 5:00 PM
Hippocampus Interview 📗🎤: I thought this interview wouldn't come out until January—who knew it's live now!? Let me know your thoughts! www.hippocampusmagazine.com... 🙏🌳🪷🐟✨ #HippocampusMag #Memoir #ThePondBeyondTheForest #AuthorLife
What a joy to host my event at East West Bookshop! Grateful and honored to share my work in such a welcoming, intimate, and spiritual space where community thrives and meaningful conversations bloom 🌸💫
Heartfelt thanks to East West, and everyone who popped by #EastWestBookshop
Heartfelt thanks to East West, and everyone who popped by #EastWestBookshop
December 16, 2025 at 5:00 PM
What a joy to host my event at East West Bookshop! Grateful and honored to share my work in such a welcoming, intimate, and spiritual space where community thrives and meaningful conversations bloom 🌸💫
Heartfelt thanks to East West, and everyone who popped by #EastWestBookshop
Heartfelt thanks to East West, and everyone who popped by #EastWestBookshop
Wrapping up the year with a special event! Join me on December 13 at East West Bookshop in Edmonds for a conversation about The Pond Beyond the Forest—stories of overcoming adversity, resilience, and family connection. 📗🎤🖊 #BookEvent More Info:
eastwestseattle.org/product...
eastwestseattle.org/product...
Meet Shigeko Ito - Local Book Author - The Pond Beyond the Forest, Saturday December 13, 2025 - In Store
We’re delighted to host Shigeko Ito, local author of The Pond Beyond the Forest: Reflections on Childhood Trauma and Motherhood. In this intimate gathering, Shigeko will share reflections on healing and resilience, followed by a meet-and-greet and bo
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December 11, 2025 at 5:00 PM
Wrapping up the year with a special event! Join me on December 13 at East West Bookshop in Edmonds for a conversation about The Pond Beyond the Forest—stories of overcoming adversity, resilience, and family connection. 📗🎤🖊 #BookEvent More Info:
eastwestseattle.org/product...
eastwestseattle.org/product...
Fallen Off the Wagon 🚙🛒: So... social media has never been my forte. But leading up to my book launch, I somehow managed to post three times a week! Now, inspiration has waned, and beyond updates, I may only have dog photos to share 🙄🐶. Is this just post-launch ebb&flow? 😅😑
December 10, 2025 at 5:00 PM
Fallen Off the Wagon 🚙🛒: So... social media has never been my forte. But leading up to my book launch, I somehow managed to post three times a week! Now, inspiration has waned, and beyond updates, I may only have dog photos to share 🙄🐶. Is this just post-launch ebb&flow? 😅😑
Sophie is banned from fancy toys for now. Her mission seems to be ‘rip it all apart and chew it up in under five minutes,’ no matter how pricey they are. Until she mellows out, all she gets is toilet paper and paper towel cores. 🐶🧸💥 #AggressiveChewer #SophieTheDestroyer 🦖
December 3, 2025 at 5:00 PM
Sophie is banned from fancy toys for now. Her mission seems to be ‘rip it all apart and chew it up in under five minutes,’ no matter how pricey they are. Until she mellows out, all she gets is toilet paper and paper towel cores. 🐶🧸💥 #AggressiveChewer #SophieTheDestroyer 🦖
Grateful for her insightful words about The Pond Beyond the Forest 📗🌳🪷🐟. Feedback like this means the world to me and fuels my ongoing healing and author journey. If you’ve also read it, I’d love to hear what might have resonated with you—share in the comments or DM me❣️💬
December 2, 2025 at 5:00 PM
Grateful for her insightful words about The Pond Beyond the Forest 📗🌳🪷🐟. Feedback like this means the world to me and fuels my ongoing healing and author journey. If you’ve also read it, I’d love to hear what might have resonated with you—share in the comments or DM me❣️💬
In modern life where loneliness and isolation are rampant, chosen family offers vital support and healing. On the eve of Thanksgiving, I wish you warmth, peace, and moments of genuine connection with your loved ones. May your day be filled with love, gratitude, and joy❣️🙏🕊
November 26, 2025 at 5:00 PM
In modern life where loneliness and isolation are rampant, chosen family offers vital support and healing. On the eve of Thanksgiving, I wish you warmth, peace, and moments of genuine connection with your loved ones. May your day be filled with love, gratitude, and joy❣️🙏🕊
Excited to announce my upcoming book event on December 13 at East West Bookshop in Edmonds. Join me for a conversation about The Pond Beyond the Forest—stories of overcoming adversity, resilience, and family connection. Mark your calendar and stay tuned for details! #BookEvent 📗
November 25, 2025 at 5:00 PM
Excited to announce my upcoming book event on December 13 at East West Bookshop in Edmonds. Join me for a conversation about The Pond Beyond the Forest—stories of overcoming adversity, resilience, and family connection. Mark your calendar and stay tuned for details! #BookEvent 📗
Looking forward to watching Rental Family with my husband and son when he returns from New York. This film explores loneliness, the importance of human connection, and chosen family—themes explored in my memoir, The Pond Beyond the Forest #RentalFamily #FamilyConnection 🤝♥️💫
November 24, 2025 at 5:00 PM
Looking forward to watching Rental Family with my husband and son when he returns from New York. This film explores loneliness, the importance of human connection, and chosen family—themes explored in my memoir, The Pond Beyond the Forest #RentalFamily #FamilyConnection 🤝♥️💫
Excited to share that I’ll be featured in a Q&A with Leslie Lindsay for Hippocampus Magazine, possibly this January! We dove deep into stories and the craft of memoir writing. Stay tuned—can't wait to share this with y'all❣️📖🎙#AuthorInterview #HippocampusMagazine #MemoirMagic
November 20, 2025 at 5:00 PM
Excited to share that I’ll be featured in a Q&A with Leslie Lindsay for Hippocampus Magazine, possibly this January! We dove deep into stories and the craft of memoir writing. Stay tuned—can't wait to share this with y'all❣️📖🎙#AuthorInterview #HippocampusMagazine #MemoirMagic
Latest on Sophie's Fashion Statement: she's rocking the post-spay recovery suit! 👚 For now, Gabapentin's keeping her nice and calm, but vet said she might not get calmer until age two. Gasp—one more year of rambunctiousness! 😨 But she sure looks girly in this haute couture. 😆
November 19, 2025 at 5:00 PM
Latest on Sophie's Fashion Statement: she's rocking the post-spay recovery suit! 👚 For now, Gabapentin's keeping her nice and calm, but vet said she might not get calmer until age two. Gasp—one more year of rambunctiousness! 😨 But she sure looks girly in this haute couture. 😆
Amazed that my book is gaining readers through King County Library—3 copies on hand, 8 on order, and 35 readers in the hold queue. This is a testament to grassroots, word-of-mouth, organic momentum! Thank you all for the support and engagement❣️📚💛 #LibraryLove #GratefulAuthor
November 18, 2025 at 5:00 PM
Amazed that my book is gaining readers through King County Library—3 copies on hand, 8 on order, and 35 readers in the hold queue. This is a testament to grassroots, word-of-mouth, organic momentum! Thank you all for the support and engagement❣️📚💛 #LibraryLove #GratefulAuthor
Looking back on monumental book events in Seattle & Corte Madera—I’ll never forget those meaningful conversations stemming from Q&As that became collaborative memories. Deeply grateful for the moments that keep the magic alive #ThirdPlaceBooks and #BookPassage❣️📗🌿💫
November 13, 2025 at 5:00 PM
Looking back on monumental book events in Seattle & Corte Madera—I’ll never forget those meaningful conversations stemming from Q&As that became collaborative memories. Deeply grateful for the moments that keep the magic alive #ThirdPlaceBooks and #BookPassage❣️📗🌿💫
Yippie! 🥳 Today I harvested 467 mason bee cocoons—so many adorable tiny creatures ready to bring pollination wonder next spring! I'm pretty sure I could've hit 500 if I hadn't accidentally let a few dozen slip down the drain. 😢 Still, I'm absolutely enthralled❣️#BeeHappy 🐝😊
November 12, 2025 at 6:00 PM
Yippie! 🥳 Today I harvested 467 mason bee cocoons—so many adorable tiny creatures ready to bring pollination wonder next spring! I'm pretty sure I could've hit 500 if I hadn't accidentally let a few dozen slip down the drain. 😢 Still, I'm absolutely enthralled❣️#BeeHappy 🐝😊
There comes a moment when a book finds its own path—from one reader’s heart to another’s, into conversations, into quiet moments of reflection. I love watching my book continue its journey, slowly, quietly, and with a life of its own. The magic has begun❣️📗💫🚀 #BookMagic 🌙🙏
November 12, 2025 at 5:00 PM
There comes a moment when a book finds its own path—from one reader’s heart to another’s, into conversations, into quiet moments of reflection. I love watching my book continue its journey, slowly, quietly, and with a life of its own. The magic has begun❣️📗💫🚀 #BookMagic 🌙🙏
Yippie! 🥳 Today I harvested 467 mason bee cocoons—so many adorable tiny creatures ready to bring pollination wonder next spring! I'm pretty sure I could've hit 500 if I hadn't accidentally let a few dozen slip down the drain. 😢 Still, I'm absolutely enthralled❣️#BeeHappy 🐝😊
November 11, 2025 at 5:00 PM
Yippie! 🥳 Today I harvested 467 mason bee cocoons—so many adorable tiny creatures ready to bring pollination wonder next spring! I'm pretty sure I could've hit 500 if I hadn't accidentally let a few dozen slip down the drain. 😢 Still, I'm absolutely enthralled❣️#BeeHappy 🐝😊
My American sister, "Cynthia," is a gracious host! She and her husband invited me to dinner at their home in Corte Madera, where I met their beloved cats, Patrick and Fauci. The next morning, we hiked up Ring Mountain, where I was captivated by a breathtaking view from the top!
November 6, 2025 at 5:00 PM
My American sister, "Cynthia," is a gracious host! She and her husband invited me to dinner at their home in Corte Madera, where I met their beloved cats, Patrick and Fauci. The next morning, we hiked up Ring Mountain, where I was captivated by a breathtaking view from the top!
The visit to Book Passage and reunion with my host siblings—"Rick," "Cynthia," and "Eric"—was nothing short of magical! I'm immensely grateful we've stayed connected for 48 years. We had a celebratory lunch with 17 people at Flores post event and reminisced our shared memories.
November 5, 2025 at 5:00 PM
The visit to Book Passage and reunion with my host siblings—"Rick," "Cynthia," and "Eric"—was nothing short of magical! I'm immensely grateful we've stayed connected for 48 years. We had a celebratory lunch with 17 people at Flores post event and reminisced our shared memories.