Always writing. For love of people, travel, and life.
Welcome! Happy you’re here. In these pages you’ll find stories that are slices of life—like warm blueberry pie, chocolate layer cake . . . or that soufflé that fell.
While life can be sweet, it’s also complicated. I write about relationships and what that four syllable word symbolizes.
Four syllable words describe my characters and their journeys.
Conversations—Celebrations—Transformations
ADULT FICTION
A short story or two is always in the works. I have dozens of characters in line to audition. I also write novels. Mostly about families, friends, and the relationships in between.
ADULT NONFICTION
FOR THE KIDS
thoughts and reflections.
A Friend at your fingertips
Playing the piano can provide joy, comfort, and solace. My sister-in-law once told me, “The piano is a friend at your fingertips.” I have three binders of music. Classical, pop/jazz, and gospel. Hymnals are also a big part of my repertoire. I’m a mediocre player...
Table for one
The day my husband didn’t wake up, my desire to eat disappeared. Anyone who suddenly loses a spouse faces an elaborate menu filled with life-altering decisions. Eating is on the back-burner. Even though I had a dozen home-cooked meals in the freezer, they were...
Journey Completed
It’s been over eleven months since I’ve written a Reflection. The last one titled, “The Journey Home," talked about the joys and travails of travel. And colorful leaves. 🍁🍂 On March 27, 2024, after a career that included traveling the world, my husband, Doug, reached...