Another Thanksgiving has come and gone, I am amazed that this year has passed so quickly. Of course, I say that every year. It seems like since I graduated from high school many years ago, time moves faster and faster. I wish we could slow the clock down and stop to enjoy all the wonders of the world. Alas, that will take more time that I do not have right now.

As we head into the holiday season, remember your lost loved ones and those who are still with you. This time of year brings out those memories and fond wishes that we do not think about any other time. I find myself being very nostalgic and remembering days gone past during the holidays. I long for those who have passed on, and I wonder how they are celebrating the occasion

I know people think of the holidays as hustle and bustle. I try to look for the good in people, and I always find it. People, to me, during this season always seem a little nicer like they know Santa is watching and choosing a list for their name. They let you go first or hold the door open for you. It is a weird season that I always look forward to every year.


I hope everyone finds that same magic this year. Go out and experience the wonder and magic. Have some fun and get into some mischief along the way. Remember it doesn't cost anything to be nice to one another.

As we wind down the year, my writer's group has also wound down as well. We just had our last meeting for the year and are getting ready to enjoy the upcoming holidays - Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years - before starting again in 2017. It has been a great year, and I hope 2017 will bring as much joy.

I am currently working on my Haunted Charlottesville book as well as some ideas for a fourth short story for the Nightmares & Echoes book next year. I also have two novels in the works. They are coming along slowly but surely. I am excited to be half way done with my Haunted Book. It has been a great ride so far, and I have enjoyed visiting the many places in the book as well as learning the history involved in each.

As I said before, it amazes me how everything is interconnected. One thing really does lead to another. Watch things unfold in your daily life, you will start to understand what I mean.

Hope everyone has a safe and happy Thanksgiving.

Author's Round-Up at Goochland Library -

What a great day it was. We were there for only two hours, but I met many new friends and some old ones. I talked to many fascinating people and learned about different genres of writing that I had not thought to read yet. It always amazes me the diversity that is found in these writer's events. You can always find something for everyone. Whether you like horror, mystery, animals, self-help, or fantasy. you will find it here.

I started out at the table near the door and enjoyed watching the passersby. Most would make a face when I told them my stuff was horror and scary tales. They giggled when I mentioned that they may have to sleep with the lights on for a few nights afterwards. I enjoy talking to people the most during a signing because you learn so many new things. You also get to talk with people from different walks of life. It really adds a flavor that you would never expect sometimes.

Stand up and get to know the person beside you no matter their background. You might find they have a lot more to offer than you thought.

Enjoy some pictures of the signing, and those who came out to see me.

                                           Table set up at beginning of Round-Up

                                          Church is one duty waiting for a scratch

                                           An old high school friend, Daniel, came to visit me and get Vol 3

                                           Lin, my good friend, came to visit and complete her collection.

                                          My sister came out to get her copy and chat for a bit.

Welcome to my new website!

I am very excited to be able to share all kinds of news and event information with you on my new website! It is a work-in-progress as I am new at this kind of thing. I really need to thank my wonderful son, Timothy, for helping me get it going. He showed me how to organize the pages and how to program in certain parameters.

It has been a true learning experience for me. I always say it is good to learn something new to keep the mind working, So I will try to update this at least once a week so you can keep up with current happenings.

Here we go! Let's have some fun.

PS Don't forget to go to my home page and send me an email to let me know if you liked the page.