The Blotting Paper Syndrome

The Blotting Paper Syndrome

Long, long ago, back in the Dark Ages when I was young, we had a writing utensil known as a fountain pen. In fact, I still have one or two tucked away somewhere. The pens got the job done and worked great but they required a blotter. You see, the ink from a fountain pen had to dry or […]

The Hub of Her Existence–Conclusion

The Hub of Her Existence–Conclusion

The first half of The Hub of Her Existence was published yesterday. If you missed it, you should probably read it so this will make more sense. I don’t usually let my fancy take flight like this and I wouldn’t say it’s a happy story but I’d call it a romance and, of course, it […]

So, What’s With That Dream, Anyhow?

So, What’s With That Dream, Anyhow?

Do you believe that dreams have significance? I don’t know about your dreams but my dreams are often a mishmash of a niggling worry, a fervent hope, something I heard someone say, or people who have been or are in my life. I don’t think any of them give me a message. But, sometimes people […]

We Three Were the Bees’ Knees

We Three Were the Bees’ Knees

Truly, spring has sprung. Last night we had tornado watches, warnings, and the first spring storm. I’m afraid part of the state may have suffered damage. Keep your eye on the sky, everyone. Stay safe! To borrow a phrase from the Roaring Twenties we were the bee’s knees yesterday. That was Jane, Helen and yours truly. […]

Put Your Feet Up and Take Two Cozy Mysteries

Put Your Feet Up and Take Two Cozy Mysteries

Now and then the here and now get to be a little much. We need a break! We need to relax! We don’t need to spend a lot of money! A quick and easy way to improve your outlook on life, take a vacation without the hassle of packing or passports, and come back to […]

Dog, the Height Hunter

Dog, the Height Hunter

I could hardly believe my eyes. There, across the street from my son and daughter-in-law, a dog stood on the ridge pole of a house. “How did he get up there?” I asked. As it turns out, there’s a wood pile or something against the back of the house. The dog climbs that and scrambles […]