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• Random Thoughts for Today

  

  Saturdays…I find myself doing chores, running errands, cleaning, and doing projects around the house. It’s also a time where my thoughts run wild. I think... Read more

  Posted on 22 March 2014 BOOKS, ENTERTAINMENT, SELF EXPRESSION

• Fictography #12 — Self-Preservation

  

  Glorious Sunset. Photo Credit: Meredith Thompson./FICTOGRAPHY/ def. — The intersection of photography (submitted by readers) and fiction (written by me!). Read more

  Posted on 21 March 2014 BOOKS, ENTERTAINMENT, SELF EXPRESSION

• My Favorite Magnet

  

  Those of you who know me, this about sums it up.There really is little need to write much on the subject, because this magnet speaks volumes.I love the outdoors... Read more

  Posted on 21 March 2014 BOOKS, ENTERTAINMENT, SELF EXPRESSION

• Never Before Have These Words Meant So Much: WELCOME SPRING

  

  Happy Spring. Photo credit: wide-wallpapers.net* * *All day today, I lamented about the crappy weather. If you’re a snow lover, I’m sorry.  I like snow, but... Read more

  Posted on 20 March 2014 BOOKS, ENTERTAINMENT, SELF EXPRESSION

• A Stroke of “Ladybug” Luck

  

  Ever since I watched “Under the Tuscan Sun” several years ago I’ve believed that ladybugs bring good luck. Before, I never much thought about it.The ladybug... Read more

  Posted on 17 March 2014 BOOKS, ENTERTAINMENT, SELF EXPRESSION

• Fictography #11 — Callie’s Letter

  

  Trinity Library, Ireland. Photo credit: Courtney Hastings/FICTOGRAPHY/ def. — The intersection of photography (submitted by readers) and fiction (written by... Read more

  Posted on 14 March 2014 BOOKS, ENTERTAINMENT, SELF EXPRESSION

• “Austenland”—Creative, Funny, and Just What the Doctor Ordered

  

  As I’ve mentioned in past posts, I’ve hunkered down in an attempt to finish my second novel, so I’ve been a bit out of touch. I’m getting really close to... Read more

  Posted on 13 March 2014 BOOKS, ENTERTAINMENT, SELF EXPRESSION

• Sushi For One — Fictography #10

  

  Sushi. Photo credit: Aja Myles/FICTOGRAPHY/ def. — The intersection of photography (submitted by readers) and fiction (written by me!).This week’s selected... Read more

  Posted on 07 March 2014 BOOKS, ENTERTAINMENT, SELF EXPRESSION

• You Can’t Get There (to Hallmark Channel) From Here

  

  Two years ago this month, I self-published my first novel entitled “Beneath the Mimosa Tree.” I can’t believe it’s been two years. Time has certainly flown. Read more

  Posted on 05 March 2014 BOOKS, ENTERTAINMENT, SELF EXPRESSION

• 12 Ideas for Spring Break When You’re Stuck At Home

  

  Chesapeake Bay Hyatt has a gorgeous salon and spa. Look for places close to you where you can spend the day… Photo credit: Chesapeake Bay HyattNext week is our... Read more

  Posted on 04 March 2014 BOOKS, ENTERTAINMENT, SELF EXPRESSION

• The Truth About Being In Your Forties

  

  Jada Pinkett-Smith at the Oscars last night. 2014. Photo credit: redcarpet-fashionawards.comLast night as my friends and I gathered around to watch the Oscars,... Read more

  Posted on 03 March 2014 BOOKS, ENTERTAINMENT, SELF EXPRESSION

• Fictography #9 — Susie’s & Katie’s Snowwoman

  

  Snow. Photo Credit: Kathy Binder./FICTOGRAPHY/ def. — The intersection of photography (submitted by readers) and fiction (written by me!).This week’s selected... Read more

  Posted on 28 February 2014 BOOKS, ENTERTAINMENT, SELF EXPRESSION

• Hanging Out With Jane Austen

  

  I just reread part of Persuasion by Jane Austen, and it got me thinking what Jane would think and write about in today’s world. Would she still speak of and pok... Read more

  Posted on 27 February 2014 BOOKS, ENTERTAINMENT, SELF EXPRESSION

• So Much To Do, So Little…

  

  Time. That’s right. So much to do, so little time.This morning began with an argument with my children AGAIN over wearing a coat to school. When will the madnes... Read more

  Posted on 24 February 2014 SELF EXPRESSION

• Fictography #8 — Christopher’s Cigarettes

  

  Jefferson Memorial. Photo Credit: Valerie Black Murray./FICTOGRAPHY/ def. — The intersection of photography (submitted by readers) and fiction (written by me!). Read more

  Posted on 20 February 2014 BOOKS, ENTERTAINMENT, SELF EXPRESSION

• Trendy (Quirky) Things Kids Do

  

  Someone please explain to me how it became a fad not to tie one’s shoes. I don’t know about you, but I hate the feeling of my own shoes being untied.My son... Read more

  Posted on 18 February 2014 BOOKS, ENTERTAINMENT, SELF EXPRESSION

• My Writing Space

  

  I have to be inspired by my space when I write. Period. End of sentence.And while I’m still drooling over the notion of a writing shed in the back yard (dream... Read more

  Posted on 16 February 2014 BOOKS, ENTERTAINMENT, SELF EXPRESSION

• Fictography #7 – The Valentine Postcard

  

  Paris, France. Photo Credit: Mary Werzinsky Best /FICTOGRAPHY/ def. — The intersection of photography (submitted by readers) and fiction (written by me!). This... Read more

  Posted on 14 February 2014 BOOKS, ENTERTAINMENT, SELF EXPRESSION

• For Valentine’s Day: Text Messages Are Not Substitutes For Cards

  

  Steph's Scribe/Stephanie Verni:This is still as true today as it was two years ago when I wrote it. Maybe even more so. Originally posted on steph's scribe:... Read more

  Posted on 11 February 2014 BOOKS, ENTERTAINMENT, SELF EXPRESSION

• Book Club Babes & The Night Circus

  

  Back in November, I attended a book club meeting in Severna Park, my new-old hometown, where I was the guest author. These women were so wonderful and supportiv... Read more

  Posted on 08 February 2014 BOOKS, ENTERTAINMENT, SELF EXPRESSION