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Vicki Lane Mysteries
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An eclectic mix of photography and thoughts on writing, Appalachia, books, memories, cooking, gardening,country living, pets, and more from the author of the Elizabeth Goodweather Appalachian Mysteries.
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Continuing . . .
The crew, augmented by Doug, got an early start yesterday.When I came down to deliver lunch, this is what I saw!They are making amazing progress.More materials... Read more
Posted on 09 October 2020 CREATIVITY, PHOTOGRAPHY -
And Now...!!!
Posted on 08 October 2020 CREATIVITY, PHOTOGRAPHY -
A Floor!
Yesterday, Justin's boss Alastair lent a hand and the crew put down what will be the floor of the shop. These pictures were taken at noon when I brought down... Read more
Posted on 07 October 2020 CREATIVITY, PHOTOGRAPHY -
Josie Does Art for Thank You Notes
Getting packages is so much fun! Yesterday Aunt Fay sent me another fairy and a little horse for my collection.They said HELLO to the others and all played... Read more
Posted on 06 October 2020 CREATIVITY, PHOTOGRAPHY -
Green and Gold--a Fall Prelude
Posted on 05 October 2020 CREATIVITY, PHOTOGRAPHY -
The Shop's A-Building!
At last a spell of dry weather. The shop basement has dried out and the trees that burned and posed a threat have been taken down. Now it's time to move from... Read more
Posted on 04 October 2020 CREATIVITY, PHOTOGRAPHY -
It Felt Almost Normal
Yesterday I drove to Sylva to sign books at City Lights--a fine independent bookstore that has hosted events for each of my six previous books. It felt like... Read more
Posted on 03 October 2020 CREATIVITY, PHOTOGRAPHY -
Time Passes-Josie Grows
What a difference a year makes! Read more
Posted on 02 October 2020 CREATIVITY, PHOTOGRAPHY -
Almost Full Moon--and Some Thoughts on Tuesday Night's Reality Show
Watching the moonrise last night was a welcome reminder that the earth is still turning and the moon is keeping to her appointed rounds, despite the truly... Read more
Posted on 01 October 2020 CREATIVITY, PHOTOGRAPHY -
Take a Deep, Cleansing Breath
Posted on 30 September 2020 CREATIVITY, PHOTOGRAPHY -
Josie and the Case of the Missing Crystal
When I went to check on my king and queen and fairies, there was a note in the corner cupboard. Meema helped me read it. I had to find the Magic Crystal by... Read more
Posted on 29 September 2020 CREATIVITY, PHOTOGRAPHY -
Enola Holmes
This Netflix offering was good fun. It's undoubtedly aimed at a teen age audience but since I spend about a third of my waking time playing with a three year... Read more
Posted on 28 September 2020 CREATIVITY, PHOTOGRAPHY -
Grateful for Small Pleasures
The zinnias continue to dazzle and delight. But my big excitement was discovering beans on the vines that the deer had worked over quite thoroughly a month ago. Read more
Posted on 27 September 2020 CREATIVITY, PHOTOGRAPHY -
Changes Afoot?
The old brick store building at the bridge has always intrigued me. It's been empty and increasingly derelict in the forty some years we've been here. Read more
Posted on 26 September 2020 CREATIVITY, PHOTOGRAPHY -
Aspirational Vs. Actual
My writing class has been sharing lists of books they recommend and I am humbled. I've read some of them, heard of others, and am clueless regards many. And... Read more
Posted on 25 September 2020 CREATIVITY, PHOTOGRAPHY -
Red Sky at Morning
Around seven, a half an hour before sunrise, there was just this faint smudge in the sky . . .A few minutes later it had ripened to an amazing fiery sight . .... Read more
Posted on 24 September 2020 CREATIVITY, PHOTOGRAPHY -
Whatever Gets You Through (and Sometimes That's Josie)
Recently I read somewhere about the six month sag-- that many who've been holding out well during this crisis are now experiencing difficulty in maintaining an... Read more
Posted on 23 September 2020 CREATIVITY, PHOTOGRAPHY -
Autumnal Equinox--A Fine Balance
In this unbalanced timeIt's good to see the sun riseDue east as it should.Halfway from summer,Hanging in the year's balance,Halfway to winter... Read more
Posted on 22 September 2020 CREATIVITY, PHOTOGRAPHY -
Disappointed! But Here's a Reading on YouTube
Well.After posting about how well the Zooming was going, I had to bow out of the virtual reading at Malaprop's yesterday because my internet connection went... Read more
Posted on 21 September 2020 CREATIVITY, PHOTOGRAPHY -
Ruth Bader Ginsburg--A Light for the Ages
We won't go back, Ruth. Your light has shown the way and those who champion equality will follow.Thank you for your life-long dedication to this noble battle.... Read more
Posted on 20 September 2020 CREATIVITY, PHOTOGRAPHY