In ’97, I was working at a software company as an product tester. The engineers built the software, I tested it. In those days, WYSIWYG display was becoming imparitive for any program. “What You See Is What You Get.” It was no longer acceptable to have plain text on the screen. Yet, the company’s premier product I was working on, …

In my house, it’s just my Hubby and me. It’s quite. Peaceful. Calm. A few years ago, we had a couple of dogs that stirred up the atmosphere, but the older one died three years ago. Then his son died last August. Now we just have lovely little Lola, a mini Schnauzer and Red, a very old and loud cat. …

My VW Cabrio is eight years old. I know because I was standing in the VW dealer’s show room when some one said, “Did you hear about the twin towers?” I didn’t believe it at first. Who would do such a thing? I guess I’d been living in a cave because I’d never heard of Bin Laden. Why was he …

Ever feel like your heart is alone? Encapsulated in it’s own silence, feed only by the springs of your own soul and spirit? I’ve been feeling that way lately. As if my heart is not connected or in-touch with others — my husband the exception. I can think of people I know and love — friends and family — but …

Okay, let’s just point to the elephant in the room. Sin. No one knows what to do with it anymore.

Bump! Did you hear that? It’s the echo of me falling of the blogging band wagon last week. Ouch. I landed hard. But I chased ‘er down and climbed aboard. Whoo-woo, whoo-woo. I’m working on the second book with Sara Evans, incorporating ideas from our editor. Good stuff, but I’ll be heads down for the next two weeks. I’m also …

In my illustrious writing career, I’ve won one award, The Maggie from the Georgia Romance Writers. Due to a deadline, I was unable to attend the conference and ceremony where the award was given, and to be honest, I kind of forgot about it. When the call came late on a Saturday night, I suddenly remembered. I ran screaming around …

I’m in tears. I needed to change my return flight from Washington DC next week. So, I called Delta ready to bite the bullet and pay the $100 change fee. I was so blessed by their generosity and customer service. In these difficult economic times, Delta decided to up their change fee from $100 to $150, and add an $50 …

pursue what makes us happy. not a right to health care, etc