I have recently decided not to use the words “Role Model” if ever asked if I consider myself to be one. Instead I would label myself an “example” because I am an example of what a survivor’s life looks like
Make Your Holidays “Ho Ho” not “Ho Hum”!
Yet another holiday season is upon us. And, sometimes, it can bring more chagrin than cheer depending on your personal situation. So, let’s examine a few different challenging scenarios that might be happening in your life right now, and see
Still waiting for bullying to end by itself? by Annie Fox
Another kid pushed to the edge by bullies. Another disheartened sheriff addresses a news conference. “(She) was absolutely terrorized on social media.” Another disbelieving mom tries making sense of life without her little girl. “I never, ever thought it would happen to
Breakthrough for a Sexagenarian by Carolyn Howard-Johnson
I am honored to have as a guest on my blog the very talented Carolyn Howard-Johnson. Her books have earned her multiple awards, including the Best Book Award from USA Book News, the Diamond Award for Achievement in the Arts from the city
The Darkness That Made Me An Author by Tianna Holley
What do you do when everything in your life shatters, and deep within your soul you’re broken? You may live in a big house, have a lovely family, and seem like you have it all together to everyone else, but
A Mother’s Love…a poem by yours truly
Most of you know me as an author and speaker, but few are familiar with my poetry. So, for a change and as an experiment, I thought I’d post one of them and see what sort of reaction it gets.
Old Boots and Hats… and Love by author Byron Suggs
Old boots. I have a pair of old cowboy boots. About seven years old. I’ve done a lot in those boots. Fished, camped, hiked, landscaped, and many other activities that are too numerous to mention here. Several years ago I
FINGERPRINTS by Stephen Mark Richards
A hopeful story of remembrance by Stephen Mark Richards (author, adventurer and scientist) Adapted from chapter 16 of the true-life adventure Desert Winter by Stephen Mark Richards. Available in paperback and on Kindle from Amazon. Also part of the trilogy
If I Should Die Before My Dog by author Cathy Connolly
“An important book with a PURPOSE” A book with a purpose, possibly THE most important book you could ever own, and it isn’t just for you it’s also for those best friends and companions that share your life. Your dogs.
Beauty Is More Than by author Mandy Buffington
Beauty is more than a simple shape on one’s body, Than how many pounds one has, Than how lovely one’s face is, Than the clothes you wear, Or the makeup you might put on, It is something deep inside your heart,
Life’s Questions by guest Francene Stanley
The questions I’d like to pose are: How do you imagine yourself in your older age? Have you been brave enough to burst out of your conventional life? Are you headed for peace or loneliness? My name is Francene Stanley
Are We Listening To Our Readers? by guest Adele Jean
We expect a lot from our readers, to find us, to read and enjoy our books and, of course, to follow us. Not to mention we hope they will spread word about us far and wide across the great social
What You Should Not Say to Your LGBTQ Child by Wesley Davidson
Last June, I had a guest blog on “What Do You Say When Your Child Comes Out?”. Just as important to your child’s welfare is “What You Shouldn’t Say.” • “You can’t be! You’re too young to know!” This smacks
Building Believable Relationships in Fiction by guest author Florence Osmund
Introduction by Gilda Evans: It is my pleasure to share this insightful post by Florence Osmund with my audience. While it is written from the standpoint of creating fictional characters, I think it’s important to point out that art very
Holiday Season Shopping Safety Tips by author Sharon Rose
When Gilda invited me to be a guest author I had several topics in mind. I wanted to share something related to the holidays, but because it was so hard to decide, I would like to share two of my
GLANCE FROM A STRANGER by author Scott Hastie
In this poem, I have tried to capture what I trust and hope is an experience each one of us has had, from time to time… Often it’s over in a flash, but remains such a special and heart-warming moment
Missing Mine by author Byron Suggs
I stood at the kitchen window staring out at a frolicking squirrel, coffee cup in hand. I didn’t hear it. I wondered “why”? “What are you doing?” my wife asked, looking up from her book. “I don’t hear it.” “Hear
A HOOK IN THE SKY –a naked woman, a hook and ladders…by Claude Nougat
Have you ever wondered what life would be like when you retire? A permanent holiday, a chance to do everything you haven’t had time to do, books to read, places to see…But what if it turned into a nightmare and
The Writing Casket by guest author Mark Hosack
When Gilda so kindly invited me to write a guest post for this blog, I asked what she’d like me to write about. She said that her blog was all about relationships, so I got to thinking and realized that
The Persecution of Mildred Dunlap: A metaphor of Tolerance and Strong feminine, By Paulette Mahurin
I’m at work, as a Nurse Practitioner in a rural clinic in Ojai, CA., where I also live with my husband Terry and our two rescue dogs, Max and Bella. Thoughts arise while doing a pap smear or a scheduling