I have many childhood memories that bring me joy! Perhaps one of the fondest is of my mother-in-law’s Monday ritual of doing the family wash and hanging it out to dry. Before electric/gas dryers, that was the method of drying the wet clothes, sheets and towels. Usually an early morning ritual, they … [Read more...]
A Writing Room
On a trip to Key West, my husband and I visited the home of Ernest Hemingway. We both love the books he has written, so with our curiosity brimming, we passed through the portal of this famous author’s abode -- inhaling the many memories tucked into the old walls. The home was ‘way beyond the … [Read more...]
The Family Christmas Portrait
Have you ever thought about the difference between a picture and a portrait? First, I guess you need to accept that there is a difference because the latter paints a whole picture of its subject…a picture just catches the instant of time it’s taken. By whole, I mean in this story, the story behind … [Read more...]
My Bucket List
Because I think reevaluating our lives even our hopes and dreams is important, I wrote this story. … [Read more...]
A Fire Within Me
I share with you my battle with depression. I am a staunch supporter of intervention regarding this condition, truly believing that Mental Illness is much like a cancer when not treated. It can be treated allowing the patients to live normal, healthy and happy lives. The daily newspapers, local … [Read more...]
Thank you to all my followers and greetings to my new ones. Many of you were introduced to my work after reading my first book, FROM WE TO ME…letters to my friend. This was published in the fall of 2013 and has enjoyed some success. Many of those who have read the book have written encouraging comments, saying it was helpful to those who are experiencing grief.
