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Finally–an Updated Blog Page!
I said I was going to do it, and I did! I gave my blog page a new look. It took a one -on-one tutoring session with a wonderfully patient and competent consultant, Cath Larsen, and some time, but now … Continue reading
I Am a Bookaholic
It’s true. I looked it up on the internet, and I present these typical symptoms: § I will sit and read for hours at a time, sometimes until my eyes are so tired I can hardly focus on the words … Continue reading
FSS–Florida Snowman Syndrome
I wasn’t aware of FSS until very recently. But, after reviewing the symptoms, I am sure that I’m a victim of this dreaded condition. Here are a few of the symptoms of FSS. Opening your front door … Continue reading
The Beatles
“An oldie but a goodie,” I hope you enjoy reading this blog post again! Kathy The Beatles were the first wave of what was to become a virtual tsunami of British rock and roll bands to capture the imagination … Continue reading
Drum Roll, Please
I’m back! And I have an exciting announcement—my third book, Widow’s Weeds—The Note is going “live” on Amazon.com. The print version is available right now, and the Kindle version should be up in the next day or two. … Continue reading
Dog Tales–Welcoming a Dog Into Our Home
When I think about how happy I am to have my delightful dog Sparkle in my life, I am amazed. For a long time I resisted having a dog. First of all, I am allergic to dogs, and I feared … Continue reading
Baking for Fun and Frustration?
Every now and then I decide to amaze visitors to my home with my baking skills. My Book Club members were the latest witnesses to my baking “skills.” Now, before I relate this story, I should preface it by … Continue reading
A Solo Traveler
As I get older, I am very aware of how time is limited and the fact that tomorrow—or even five minutes from now—isn’t guaranteed. This realization led me to do something I never thought I’d do—travel outside of familiar places … Continue reading
I Think I’ll Write a Book
“I think I’ll write a book someday,” said the young woman. “It will be poetry, verses about love and longing and the angst of being twenty.” That Christmas she received a suede-covered volume from her beau inscribed ‘Kate’s Scribbles.’ … Continue reading
First Date
There’s a picture of Dave and me on the refrigerator. I’m tucked under his arm and he’s smiling. We’re a couple in that picture. Now it’s just me. The widow. The years since he died have slipped by—the pain … Continue reading