Category Archives: Author

Blog – February 2023

HAPPY VALENTINE’S DAY Elementary school days snippet and giggle. | Sharing colorful candy hearts with classmates or receiving a valentine was such silly fun. I remember my first childhood “crush” on a friend named Todd in 2nd grade. I walked over and gave him a peck on the cheek. He ran off crying. Confused, IContinue reading “Blog – February 2023”

Blog – January 2023

NEW YEAR | FRESH OUTLOOK Not sure about anyone else but I tend to exude a brighter attitude with a bit of pep in my step as the new year begins. Maybe it’s psychological knowing there are loads of days ahead to accomplish a few projects. Or better yet, perhaps it is the feeling ofContinue reading “Blog – January 2023”

Blog – October 2022

Fall Foliage | An array of scintillating, vivid leaves in their last phase of existence harkens a mellow mood, almost an image of loss. But there is no despair in a leaf’s life. Cascading leaves are an expression of an eventual rejuvenation beneath the guise of the cool Fall months. While I stared at thisContinue reading “Blog – October 2022”

Blog – September 2022

WORD | Contemplation | This fun watercolor illustration came to mind earlier this year when a period of self-reflection seemed fitting and healthy. During my leisure time of contemplation, a comfortable perspective surfaced and the healing began. Another recent event occurred which wasn’t life-changing but worth pausing for a minute. A simple milestone of sortsContinue reading “Blog – September 2022”

Blog – August 2022

End of Summer Blues or Bliss | Pretty wild, huh? It’s almost a blur since the summer is going so quickly. Does the end of summer bring on a sense of comfort knowing the school year lies ahead or is it more like a slow creep to unwelcomed shorter days? For me, I like seasonalContinue reading “Blog – August 2022”

Blog – July 2022

Independence Day (USA) Happy 4th of July! | For as long as I can remember, any fireworks show I’ve watched conjures up wonderful childhood memories of the old stadium in the North End of town. It’s where we gathered together as a community arriving early at dusk to get the best seats, then we’d waitContinue reading “Blog – July 2022”

Blog – June 2022

Summer Break Time School is out… so, now what?! | The end of the school session means graduation parties, vacation excursions, summer camp, swimming, BBQs, iced beverages, beach picnics, and road trips. As I toss around my own schedule, I am reminded that the dog days of summer zip by quickly but there was aContinue reading “Blog – June 2022”

Blog – May 2022

| Hello May… this post honors my dear sister, a terrific mom, grandmother, and a lovely woman who has meant so much to me. It is with a heavy heart that I share about my beautiful sister, Gay who passed recently at the young age of 67. It was sudden and it goes without saying,Continue reading “Blog – May 2022”

Blog – April 2022

| Hello all and welcome! In case you didn’t know, I enjoy reading a variety of blogs, especially from other authors revealing their latest creations or personal happenings. With that said, although I am never sure WHAT to write, I’ve learned to keep it brief and throw in some humor to mix it up. ItContinue reading “Blog – April 2022”

Blog – January 2022

***  NEW BOOK RELEASE  *** The Case of the SMASHED WINDOW (Book 2, The BROOKE LYNN Mysteries) By Toby A. Williams | This gripping middle-grade novel is packed with deception, tension, and intrigue… you’ll be kept guessing until the very end! Brooke Lynn and Mike, the crime-solving 2-K Team have a new case to crack.Continue reading “Blog – January 2022”