I was thrilled to get the news this week that I am a finalist in the 2024 Georgia Author of the Year Awards for my memoir. I’m in great company.
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Want to Book Some Fun Next Week? A Novel Idea
Food, drink, music, door prizes and Atlanta authors talking about their books. What could be better?
Unable to Sleep? I Go to the Dogs
Our major achievements might be behind us at age 71, but discovering little things that make life better can be a big win. Here’s one that works for me.
A Nice Surprise at Mockingbird
What’s the latest theater experience you enjoyed … or didn’t? Here’s ours. The touring production of To Kill a Mockingbird, with Richard Thomas as Atticus, is a winner.
The Alligator Is at the Rear of the Platform: An NYC Travelogue
One constant in Ted’s and my relationship has been a need for “a New York fix” every few years. But on a recent trip to the city, we found that the recipe for that “fix” had changed.
Cream Cheese & Olive: The Spread that Knows No Bounds
Making tea sandwiches for a church event recently had me revisiting childhood memories … and banished long-held notions about a favorite recipe.
Love Is a Red Pen
With all the good writing news last week, we took a big loss, too, with news of the death of our dear friend Kae Cheatham. Here is my tribute.
A Nicely Detailed Review
My book got its most in-depth review to date today on Chapter 16, a highly regarded online literary publication by Humanities Tennessee. Needless to say, I’m thrilled.
An Ekphrasis Moment: Good for the Soul
Have you ever been captivated by a painting and didn’t know why? Here’s the story of one that continually intrigues me.
Of Top Hats and Tiaras
One New Year’s Eve 30 years ago, Ted and I celebrated with a late dinner at the Russian Tea Room in New York City. And got quite a surprise.
Mike Coleman 