Books were some of my first friends. As a child, I slept with my cherished books nearby, lined up in the bookcase headboard of my bed. When my brother and I were allowed to shop the Ben Franklin store … [Read more...]
A Candidate With Integrity
So many Presidential hopefuls tossed their hats in the ring a few months ago, but, one by one, they have been pushed aside with only a few left standing. The field has been narrowed and soon we will … [Read more...]
The Princess Rx
During the course of seven weeks of radiation treatments, the oncologist suggested to me that my family should be treating me like a princess while I'm enduring the daily ordeal. He said someone … [Read more...]
One Hundred Years of Grammar
Some books that once belonged to my dad are now my treasured books. I have pleasant memories of browsing his bookshelf as a child. He didn't have a vast collection of books, but I believe that he kept … [Read more...]
A Walking Dictionary
During my teaching career, I utilized any method I could find to help children learn. I knew the more senses I could involve, the better chance that learning would take place. I taught third graders, … [Read more...]
Lunch with a Side of Drama
This week I've been in traffic with demented drivers, I've been jostled and crowded while shopping, and I've had lunch with a side of drama.At this time of year I prefer to do online shopping. It's so … [Read more...]
The Whole Truth
A recent conversation with an acquaintance about my writing led to the question of when I find time to write. My quick answer to her was that I do most of my writing in the solitude of the late … [Read more...]
Pick a Color
Coloring books for adults are an item I've been seeing more frequently on shelves when I browse the book isles. They're a fun, creative way to relieve the stress of being a grown-up. A coloring book … [Read more...]
Gravy Stories
I finished a final round of edits last week on a new children's book manuscript. A couple of trusted fellow writers have read and approved the story, so I am hopeful it will be well received.After … [Read more...]
Give Me a Series
You probably know the sadness of reading the last line of a page-turning book. It's a let down for me to know the story has ended. Sometimes I stay up, engrossed, reading late into the night to finish … [Read more...]
