So much going on!

Home, rested, and still books in tubs.I know it should be all unpacked by now and trust me, I feel my tubs judging me. But I need to figure out where to store stuff, I have too many books. Partially that is me needing to organize my office better, an...

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Sep 20, 2026
I'm at Dragoncon!!

I've been at the Dealers Hall nonstop.It is Sunday, but I still have panels. Have you come and seen me?Friday:11:30 AM Thank you for being a Friend: Golden Girls Courtland Grand: Macon1:00 PM Herstorically: Women who Changed the Tide of History Court...

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Sep 06, 2026
Dragoncon Fast Approaching

Which probably means I've forgotten something major.The count down to Dragoncon is on and I think I'm ready. In ten days I head out to pick people up from the airport and then dive in and get ready to sell books, be on panels, and see friends. I'm ex...

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Aug 23, 2026
Creating a quiet escape

My Spring/Fall Retreat is DONE!I have this HUGE deck, like 20'x40' and it's great for outside meals in the fall, but the rest of the year, I step out side, see the clutter, and go back inside. Well I was tired of that. I actually like being outside,...

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Aug 09, 2026
Heat of Summer

My teenage self is disappointed in me.It is the height of summer and as a teen I'd be outside doing things, riding a bike, a horse, exploring the world, camping. The adult me, it is so humid outside, all I see are all the chores I need to do, and it...

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Jul 26, 2026
Birthday Weekend and Book Flood!

I'll be selling books!The 4th of July was fun. I shot a musket and honestly it was much less of a kick than I expected. But it was SOOOO HOTTTT!! Like 95° and higher with 50%+ humidity. Ugh. However was fun to see people and veg. Still undecided abou...

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Jul 10, 2026
Fourth of July Party!

I'm headed to Maryland!Yes, I am going to Doug Burbey's place, but this time for the 4th of July instead of Halloween. Though I'll probably be up there for that as well. But I am driving up, so think of me Monday as I have 13-14 hour drive ahead of m...

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Jun 28, 2026
Home Again

To Do Lists are CrazyGetting home was an adventure in packing. I kept being one pound over. Finally gave up and dumped a bunch of skin care items, because those sweaters were coming home with me. Dublin Airport was very odd to say the least. I wish I...

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Jun 14, 2026
Ireland So Much History

5 Days LeftI've explored a lot of Ireland and really loved Cork and Galway. But my soul is uneasy. For those of you who are Gen X or older, you'll remember hearing about the Troubles in Ireland and how they just quit being reported on. Well, they are...

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May 31, 2026
The Green Isles

Two weeks in and I want more.Ireland has been wonderful and it's odd to realize I've already been here for 13 days. That being said, the wedding was wonderful. Here are some pics of them.As you can see her dress was gorgeous, and my brother doesn't h...

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May 17, 2026