Hey there and hello!

I am growing more excited as August gets closer. My new book, Haunted Inns & Hotels in Virginia, will be released on Aug 21, 2023 by Haunted America/The History Press. I traveled much of Virginia to bring you some fascinating stories and spooky hauntings. I hope you will check the book out when you can. If you know of other places, please let me know. I am always up for a ghost hunt. 

Make sure you check out my other book, Haunted Charlottesville and Surrounding Counties, published by Schiffer. It contains around 75+ locations over 13 counties from Goochland to Madison. I had a lot of fun with both these books - visiting and researching.  

Summer is in full swing and it is getting hot out there. Make sure to hydrate and keep cool. I have a cute little kiddie pool for my gazebo, so some days I can go out and stick my feet in and it is a welcome break. Hope you guys are enjoying your summer and taking advantage of the beautiful days to go walking or just hang out with friends. 

Our garden is growing like a weed as well. We have all kinds of veggies and flowers. I shouldn't really say we as my hubby, Michael, has done most of the work. I am in the background supervising as always - LOL! We have been amazed as the growth of some of them once we transferred them to their own hydroponic station. The difference is really noticeable. Our cherry tomatoes are out of control and have grown almost to the roof of the greenhouse. It is really amazing.

We have been pulling lettuce and basil like crazy, and I have even had a few cucamelons and some blackberries. Our peach tree gave us two pieces of fruit so that was a welcome surprise as well. 

Take care until next time, Susan