All Because of Summer

Summer Then How is it that in my 76th year, I continue to look forward to the first day of summer just as I did when I was a child? Back then, I couldn’t contain the anticipated happiness and feeling of freedom that came in the package that was summer.   School was...

Friendships to be Relished

“You can’t stay in your corner of the Forest waiting for others to come to you. You have to go to them sometimes.” ― A.A. Milne, Winnie-the-Pooh I relish the idea of gathering my friends together so they can meet each other and see the good and fine qualities I...

A Relationship with a Baby

A new baby enters the world, your family, your life–and your life changes. This from a woman who has never been a biological mother, but has mothered more babies and children than she ever dreamed. A baby shifts your perspective, keeps you awake, makes you laugh,...

The All-Zona Book Fest- Nov. 23

The HOLIDAY frenzy is building! Bring your shopping list to the All-Zona Book Fest to take care of the book lovers on your list. For lovers of memoir, twins, and comforting memories of childhood–Thinking of Miller Place: A Memoir of Summer Comfort will be perfect....

My Writing Process—Back in the Saddle

Part of my writing process is thinking about upcoming projects as I go through my day—walking, doing chores around the house; at the gym, driving, etc. I usually start with a whole jumble of  “things to do.” Next I write lists of categories: Social media,...