Writing

How One Book Changed My Life And How It Can Change Yours

    Dear Friends,  This is a story about a book that changed my life.  I read this book well over 30 years ago, but I still use the techniques I learned when I feel the need to change directions (like moving to Redwood City) or want

Confronting Fear Outside Your Comfort Zone

Dear Friends,  I have just published a new piece on Medium which I hope you will read here on my website.   I'm always willing to share a little something personal in order to inspire others, so I hope you find my story of interest. Medium

“Hey, Pam, You Got Weed To Go With Them Photos?”

      Dear Friends,  I apologize for the earlier error.  I'm just learning how to post the stories I publish on Medium.Com to my blog on my website.  It seems I can only do it by pasting a link on which you must click.  (see link below) I

The Cats made me do it!

I did it again in Colombia.  I wormed my way into someone's home, but the cats made me do it.   They were in a doorway staking their ground.     After they scurried off,  curiosity led me through the doorway as I followed two more cats into a

DYING TO BE READ

It may seem maudlin to some, but I enjoy reading obituaries, especially those printed in The New York Times,  which are considered a form of creative non-fiction.    From cradle to grave, people's lives fascinate me.   Some might say I'm nosey, but I would