Blog October 6, 2024 Gary, Billy and the duck Gary was seated at the bar, in his usual spot. It was a little bit early to be happy hour, as his sour expression reinforced. His third beer of the afternoon sat untouched, as he contemplated his surroundings. This neighborhood bar had been both his refuge and prison for many years. The long wooden bar…Read more September 27, 2024 Finding Commonality Standing under the overhang, watching the rain pour down, I contemplated my trip back to my vehicle. On the way into the store my umbrella turned dramatically inside out, never again to turn right side out. I knew I would soon be chilled and wet. There were several others waiting and contemplating under that overhang.…Read more June 28, 2024 still Perfectly ImPerfect book launch Hi.. I have a chapter in this inspiring book. “still Perfectly I’Mperfect” anthology, launched yesterday, reached #1 International Best Seller status in USA, Japan and Canada this morning! Feels like being Queen for a Day. I wrote my chapter with the hope it provides inspiration to my readers who seek acknowledgement and empowerment, even in…Read more May 6, 2024 Dearest Judy, When I gaze at the black and white photo of you, at four years old, I find your personality so perfectly framed. You sit at the kitchen table in our childhood home. Sun comes in from the window behind you, lighting up your hair and creating a sort of halo around you. Your right arm…Read more March 9, 2024 Waiting As Brendan waited for the A train, the shabby old man on the subway platform caught his attention. Brendan noticed him, not because he was mumbling; not because of his shambling gait; not because of his disheveled and slightly soiled clothes. These are relatively normal for New York City homeless. This old man was unique…Read more February 24, 2024 St. Louis Writer’s Guild 2024 Anthology I have a Flash Fiction story in the 2024 St. Louis Writer’s Guild (SLWG) 2024 Anthology. I tell the story of a true but impossible love. The SLWG has been supporting writers since 1920.I know you will enjoy the submissions from my fellow SLWG members for 2024. St. Louis Writers Guild Members Anthology 2024: Writers…Read more December 29, 2023 Podcast with John Vullo, Actor, Musician Singer/Songwriter Extraordinaire Listen to the podcast below. You will learn more about John Vullo and you will hear several of his engaging and heartfelt songs! Music Of America Podcast Season 1 Episode 122 – John Vullo – Music of America Podcast (captivate.fm) If you know John, you also know I do not exaggerate when I say he…Read more December 16, 2023 Xmas 2023 The shadows in the room deepened in the dim light caste by the green shaded desk lamp. The computer screen added an eerie glow. The gloom matched his mood. He sat, head in hands. The desktop was covered with note papers, brown papers; typewritten, handwritten. His email, like the desktop, was strewn with appeals; specific,…Read more October 19, 2023 Drawing of Victorian Home Updated Today I updated the Jan’s Artwork Page to include my completed ink drawing of a lovely victorian home. I hope you enjoy… See Jan’s Artwork page for a larger view.Read more October 19, 2023 Anthology with my short story ‘Once Upon a Friendship’ went #1 International Best Seller on Amazon The stories we authors shared in Perfectly I’Mperfect: Remarkable Stories of Ordinary Women Overcoming Extraordinary Circumstances anthology are inspirational. As we pursue our personal, professional and spiritual goals, success often comes with great challenges and even sorrows. But personal growth can and will be achieved with perseverance and courage. Help me reach as many people…Read more «Previous Page 1 2 3 4 … 6 Next Page»