I adore children's books. In fact, I have to remind myself whenever I'm in the children's section of a book store to temper myself. Of course, that doesn't mean I don't buy books –only that I'm extremely picky. I don't often blog about books written by others, but today is different as I share two … Continue reading Exploring Books That Delight Kids and Adults Alike
During that long ago summer when I worked at Mount Rainier National Park, tourists wistfully asked if the "Mountain would come out today?" I felt empathy for those who traveled great distances to see this majestic peak, only to have it socked in their entire vacation. A few would express surprise at this happening in … Continue reading Yesterday’s Mount Rainier Summer: Power of Place and the Passage of Time
Jay and Patty, December, 2016 I had no idea at the moment what a connection we were creating. What I knew was that Mom, then a fairly active 83 year-old residing in assisted living, thought it'd be fun to have a young person read to her. Mom was both lucky and grateful to have doting … Continue reading Friendship bridging generations: A heartwarming journey with Patty and Jay
UM Commencement in 1983 with Patrick. I got to thinking after my brother Patrick told me what sparked the name of the Flathead Lake Monsters, the band that will play at my weekend book gig. And yes, I’m excited to have Patrick and friends play at my Missoula event. When we were lining it up, … Continue reading Lake monsters, Bigfoot and carp
It wasn't until I finalized my soon to release memoir, From First Breath to Last, when I fully appreciated how skilled and prolific Mom was as a writer. In this “soon to be released” memoir, I don't mention the volumes of other writing she produced, most of it during her second to last decade. Mom … Continue reading The Gnome
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