Eight years ago in 2018 I took my first long distance train trip. I hopped on in Washington DC and three days later I was in San Francisco. I traveled through West Virginia passing rundown houses, rusty trucks and cars, and abandoned store fronts. This state felt very poor. Heading…
February of a new year! Hopefully we are moving past the bitter cold weather. Today as I write this the sun is shining and there is nothing but blue sky as far as I can see. I am hoping that this blog is my avenue to talk with you. I…
Essay Series – stories written from the heart about life’s experiences
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Memoir – the life of an adopted child and her life long challenge of feeling abandoned
*2025 American Legacy Book Awards Finalist
I am EXCITED to announce my book The Girl In The Dream – a memoir of an adopted child was selected as a Finalist in the 2025 American Legacy Book Awards.
This book is very close to my heart. It tells of my feeling of abandonment throughout my 70 years and how I coped with the feelings.
I am also thrilled as this is my first book award. Woohoo!!!
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CALL FOR ENTRIES
JAMES MERRILL HOUSE RESIDENCIES
Writer’s of all genes are invited to apply for fall 2025 – summer 2026 residencies. Enjoy a stipend, living space, and access to James Merrill’s National Historic Landmark home in Stonington, CT. Six residencies available. Apply from October 1, 2025, to January 12, 2026. Visit http://jamesmerrillhouse.org/apply for details.
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FRONT RANGE REVIEW
Review is now accepting online submissions of literary short fiction, poetry, & creative nonfiction for its 26th annual issue.
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