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In Good Company!
I am a huge Anne of Green Gables fan. When asked who has most influenced my writing, I always answer Lucy Maud Montgomery. So when I was approached over a year ago to be part of Acorn's Annethology it was a no brainer. Of course I would be honored to be involved. Then the hard work began. I had to write a short story which for me was a brand new undertaking. I then had to reimagine a modern Anne with some of the same qualities and challenges of my beloved Anne. This proved to be a bit daunting but with the encouragement of fellow authors Judith Graves and Hope Dalvay I muddled through a second attempt. Then Robin Sutherland took over with her excellent editing instincts and patient guidance. What ended up was my submission to the collection entitled Matthew Insists on Ripped Jeans. I now...
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The Gift of Gratitude?
I am going to attempt to put my mixed up thoughts into words, perhaps cry a few tears, then get on with it. Gratitude is timely around Thanksgiving and for the most part gratitude is often foremost on my mind and seeps out in most of my blog entries. As those...
The Day is Here
"Don't do the Math", Paige said each time she asked "guess how many more days before my birthday. "The day is here, the day she was so anxiously waiting for. Today she turns ten and to her it is exciting and a day to celebrate. And of course we will celebrate...
As September Winds Down
Yesterday's rain has been followed by sunshine and a strong breeze that feels just like September. My September days are so different than usual and I feel such mixed emotion about that. I long for my wood road walks on these crisp days but instead walk city...
To Do the Day With Gusto
Gusto- enjoyment or vigor in doing something. As I sat to contemplate a blog entry the phrase "Do this day with gusto" came to me. I am in the mindset of one day at a time these days. I am in a recovery and renewal mode and every day I try to embrace that....
Two Sisters at the Market
Every Saturday from May to October I stand behind my table at the Kingston Farmer's Market. Some days offer more book sales than others and I am always happy for the sales. Making my table is the goal and I have always been able to do that. But so much more than...
Just Saw my Son
I took a break from work to go for a walk on this gorgeous afternoon. I walked a couple of blocks to where my boys are working on the Wentworth complex. I scanned the windows looking for them. I was pretty sure I spotted my youngest son so walked back and forth...