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100 Rejections
It has been simmering on my mind for years, and now it’s a step closer to happening. I’m talking about publishing my first book...
Still Alive, Still Hiking
It was her celebratory graduation trip. After years of studying as she held down two jobs, on-going volunteer work, and a jam-packed ...
Queen Forever
I was so excited to return to the Erma Bombeck 2018 Writers’ Workshop. After all, it is the duty of the reigning monarch...
Three-Dollar Difference
It happened unexpectedly. Without a word, he dashed upstairs leaving his grandma puzzled at the kitchen table. A few minutes later Noah ...
Dogitarian
As my arms wrap around his tiny torso and I cradle him tightly, his deep brown eyes struggle to remain open as a peaceful purr settles in...
The Queen Returns!
It’s been two years since my coronation at the 2016 Erma Bombeck Writers’ Workshop. When my daughter Julie and I returned home, I was ...
God or Jesus?
With Easter approaching, God – more specifically, Jesus – is on my mind. I must confess that for years I was more comfortable talking ...
Unconditional Love, Conditional Relationships
Relationships. They’re difficult because they involve people – imperfect people. And it’s usually those we’re closest to who can inject ...
The Bed Dilemma
I was doing so well – for more than a year. From the moment of Toto’s arrival, I had successfully kept him out of my bed! Each night as ...