I’ve been an Ann Patchett fan since I read Bel Canto years ago and have read nearly everything she’s written–fiction … Continue reading Book Report: A happy marriage between fact and fiction, between work and life
In my novel, Us, Now and Then, the fictional Libby McCormack gets her first teaching job at the very real … Continue reading Friday Field Trip: Edith W. Fritsch Elementary School
Bordewich Bray School sits in the heart of historic Carson City, near the old St. Teresa of Avila Catholic Church … Continue reading Friday Field Trip: Bordewich Bray School
Today is Flag Day, commemorating the adoption of the flag of the United States on June 14, 1777 by the … Continue reading Stitching America back together
Libby especially liked the Cobblestone Muffins (carrots, raisins, and walnuts) for breakfast, acknowledging that they were not figure-friendly in the slightest. Once a week wouldn’t hurt, right? Continue reading Friday Field Trip: City Cafe’ & Bakery
Having just spent time in China while reading The Tea Girl of Hummingbird Lane with its themes of family ties … Continue reading Book Report: Why people leave
“Dialogue pitch perfect. Characters and family dynamics so well portrayed. Anyone can relate.” Continue reading Snippets of seven reviews for my book, US, NOW AND THEN
Six weeks of no aesthetic services has made me realize just how high-maintenance I have become. Sure, I miss my … Continue reading Quarantine Diary 6: Five things, vanity edition
The Tea Girl of Hummingbird Lane Lisa See has done it again. I’ve enjoyed all her books, but this one … Continue reading Book Report: No coincidence, no story
Sadly, these Nevada businesses are closed now. #takecare #selfcare #stayhomenevada #flattenthecurve Continue reading Mid-week Mischief
