San Miguel Writer’s Conference
Yippee! I just registered for the San Miguel Writers’ Conference in February. I had planned to skip it this year, with all that’s happening with
More than Reading and Writing
After a delightful time yesterday, reconnecting and visiting and laughing with old teaching pals (who are great teachers), I was reminded of a story from
Christmas Prep – 2017
Our eldest son, Trae and his sweet wife Corie come to our house for Christmas every other year. The other years, of course, they go
Despair
One month ago today, the world changed for my sisters and me, when Mop died. The word “orphan” seems silly to apply to a 60-something
Breathing
My very favorite part in my very favorite book, To Kill a Mockingbird, is when Scout goes to first grade and it is discovered by
Technology and Young Children
The use of technology with young children is a controversial subject. As with most topics, it is possible to find research to support which ever
Giddy up, Granny!
Even though I’m from Texas, it’s a rare treat to get to ride a horse. My dad was a horse-lover and I’ve loved the IDEA
San Miguel de Allende
For the past 7 years, I’ve attended the Writers’ Conference in San Miguel de Allende, Mexico. It’s been an extraordinary learning experience. Seems like I
Writing Your LifeStory
I love the genre of memoir and find myself drawn to real stories of real people, even above the wonderful fiction that I so enjoy.