Family photos can be a painful ordeal. It’s tough to coordinate naptime schedules and the best sunlight for photographs. And, if you want a beach photo, the tides must be considered as well. Sometimes, getting a group photo in which …
Who me? Write a blog? You must be jesting. Watch out for flying pigs and a cold front down below. Because against type, I’m launching a site…and writing a blog.
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- February 10, 2025
I recently returned from a trip to Boston. My son and his family moved across the country for a new business opportunity. Long ago, Horace Greeley, a New York newspaper editor, uttered a now famous piece of advice: “Go West, …
- February 3, 2025
Like many authors, my route to becoming a writer was a long and winding road. When I was a child, I enjoyed writing poetry. Initially, my poems were rather pedantic, of the “roses are red” variety. But my mother praised …
- January 27, 2025
Last month, my parents celebrated their 69th Wedding Anniversary. They are both in their nineties and live independently in their own home. My mother was a dancer when she was younger, and she’s still lithe and agile. My dad said …
- January 20, 2025
I used to scoff at dog owners who put bandanas or sweaters on their furry friends. Now I’ve become one of those people. My kids ridicule me ruthlessly. When I included Ruby’s cute little mug on the back of my …
- January 13, 2025
There are lots of fun trails to hike in San Diego. But very few include slot canyons. During a recent family reunion, we convinced our crew to go on a nature walk at Annie’s Canyon Trail. We like to take …
- January 6, 2025
Each writing journey is different. There is no “one size fits all” road to success. I read craft books, watched webinars, and attended conferences in my quest for a template or checklist that could guide me on the pathway to …
- December 30, 2024
Best wishes for a fabulous new year! The past year flew by with frightening speed. It seemed like the days flashed and faded into the distance in not much more than the blink of an eye. Where did the time …
- December 23, 2024
For me, the best part of the holidays is the chance to gather together with friends and family. Don’t get me wrong, I love the food and festive décor, but those are just the trappings, they don’t open the door …
- December 16, 2024
As I mentioned in an earlier blog, Balboa Park is a National Historic Landmark located in the heart of San Diego. It houses museums, gardens, theaters, and trails. The Park hosts many community events throughout the year. One of the …
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