God Winks for All His Children
About five years ago, I was ready to wrap up my volunteering services at a wonderful place in Steamboat Springs, Colorado and move to Maryland to caretake my two elderly parents in the final phase of their lives. At…
First of a Kind Valentines
Happy Valentines Day, All! Yesterday a few things landed in my mailbox and I didn't open them till this morning. Not only did my morning cup of tea warm me, but what was enclosed in each envelope made the day…
Hearts Conversations
A little Valentine's Day inspiration from three of the most beloved characters in the Neighbor to Neighbor Series. For those who are unfamiliar with Sew the Heart and Heart of Community, by Sue Batton Leonard, the books are filled…
Dream Board
Transformation has already begun! I've started my new year reset. I'm rearranging my creative space even my bulletin board. There is not much more than a banner and a couple of other meaningful things on it. I'm starting 2023 with…
Gifts from Authors and Artists
First things, first! November 3rd at Liriodendron in Bel Air, MD help to Celebrate the Poetic Treatment. Drop into Liriodendron for author Mia Zinn's book of poetry launch and signing from 5 to 8pm. She is a pediatric cancer survivor.…
Life’s Little Surprises
“A creative life is an amplified life. It's a bigger life, a happier life, an expanded life, and ... a lot more interesting life.” - Elizabeth Gilbert I set up this little vignette with a beautiful watercolor greeting card sent…
An Opportunity for you, Reader!
In case you missed my announcement a few weeks ago, Heart of Community is available as of August 1, 2022 through Walmart.com! You know what that means, don't you? The book will reach people in many towns and cities across…
Three Upcoming Author Events
It's April Fools Day! Doesn't it seem like the past few years have been one big prank? For me and other authors, opportunities to mix with the public have been slim to none with COVID-19 restrictions. But, that's ok, life…
A Writers World Violated
This fall I had a very unsettling experience which occurred just a few weeks prior to the release of my new book Heart of Community. I'd like to mention the book was a work in progress for three to four…
Authors and Artists
Saturday, October 6th at the Bel Air Armory, Bel Air, MD from 9pm to 2pm support your local authors and artists! Every one of the vendors has their own story about the art they so enjoy creating, so chat it…