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FAIR WARNING: My blogs are an eclectic group! Each depends on whatever strikes me in the moment. I also don’t always write them on a regular basis. However, I enjoy hearing your comments. Feel free to share with others!
If you’re specifically looking for my On the Move blog series based on my travels, you will find them scattered in the posts below or click HERE for a shortcut to just those travel posts.
Exploring the Big Island of Hawaii
2023 brought some unexpected yet much appreciated time spent in Hawaii. I have stayed on other islands over the years, but not the big island.
Our Visit to The Last Frontier
So many people have a visit to Alaska on their bucket lists. And for good reason!
Lessons Learned from a 16 Day Road Trip
In June of 2023, Rick and I embarked on a 16 day road trip! The jaunt took us from Phoenix all the way to Georgia, up to Colorado, and back to Arizona.
Nuance in a Shoe
A few weeks ago, I was sitting in a coffee shop deeply immersed in working on my current novel. When I raised my eyes to ponder how to describe a particular action of my lead character, my gaze caught on another woman’s shoes.
November 2022 Cruise
In November 2022, my husband and I took a cruise that left Los Angeles, stopped at various ports with the last one being Panama City, and including a pass through the Panama Canal.
Backpack in San Francisco
Rick and I wanted to celebrate our 10 year first date anniversary by doing something spontaneous and quick. So we decided to visit San Francisco for a couple days. The caveat—no suitcases just a backpack.
A Film Worth Watching
I go to a lot of movies, yet typically don't write about them. Mostly because there's such a vast variety of opinions on how films are shot, scripts are written, and the quality of an actor's performance. However today, I'm making an exception.
Has the Apocalypse Arrived?
Who would abandon a BMW in the middle of a park? Have aliens arrived? Is the destruction of the world underway? Where are the Zombies?
A Slice of Love
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I want to talk about apples. I love apples and have enjoyed them my entire life. Did you know they are mostly made up of water?
A Few Tips for Moving Day
After having moved 6 times in the past 9 years, I feel inspired to share a few tips about moving.
Waking As A Stranger
I am currently writing a novel where one of the main characters wakes up in another person’s body. The old saying, “walking in someone else’s shoes,” literally becomes real for her.
The Creative Spirit
Creative expression. How do you explain it to someone who doesn’t experience it in the way you do?
Is Your Head in the Right Game?
In a conversation with my husband last week, he was telling me about things going on at his work. I find it interesting that the issues existing twelve years ago, when I left the corporate world, are still alive and well!
Determination Like Fire Ants
The Texas lake that we frequent has risen 13 feet with the recent rains. That means a lot of additional debris floating in the water—logs, branches, dirt, and ants. Wait, what?
Little Doesn’t Matter
I had no idea of the impending emotional impact coming after pushing PLAY on my car's CD player.
My Two Mothers
Motherhood can come in many shapes and forms and can last for varying periods of time. It often means doing what's best for the child regardless of the pain for the adult.
Time and Energy - Choose Wisely
Back in high school, we used to think our teachers in their late-thirties border-lined ancient! How naive. As time plods on, my parents words return to me, “Life is so short.” I’ll be darned if they weren’t right! It’s so clear now.
Reversing Perspective
Today, I decided to take my regular walk entirely backwards...in reverse. Not literally walking backwards as that would have proven quite dangerous! But for the typical route, I walked in the opposite direction.
Creative Connection
I always liked this photo snapped a few years ago while preparing to shoot the Reminisce teaser. With shot logistics solidified with my director of photography, set design going up around me, the crew busy and cast in makeup, I literally sat in the space where we were to film.
Your Next 24 Hours
'Tis the time of year to make plans for our future. We may establish lofty goals for the next 12 months, 5 years or even a lifetime in some cases. But, what about your next 24 hours?