Category Archives: Fiction

To all of you who supported me by visiting my blog this year and leaving comments or giving feedback verbally, I want you to know how much it’s meant to know you took the time out of your busy schedule to do so. To those of you who have followed me, in spite of theContinue reading “Merry Christmas, Happy Hanukkah & Happy New Year”

It seems that telling the truth is only something we do when we can no longer hide our falsehoods.  There are times when lies are useful – such as when doctors think it useful to conceal from a patient how ill they  truly are; or when a surprise is planned and a little white lieContinue reading “Lies, Fake News & Falsehoods”

We’ve all been barraged by stories of sexual assault recently in the media, which the alleged predator dismisses as “fiction.”  I would be remiss if I glossed over the controversial topic without adding a few comments of my own. As someone who has been a victim of unreported sexual assault, I understand why these womenContinue reading “Election fact or fiction”

The following video has deep meaning for me and I wanted to share it in light of the disturbing events of the past week.  I have few words for the depravity that occurred, and think that a solution to resolve the problem can only take place after in-depth soul searching and discussion on many levels.Continue reading “FICTION WRITING EXPANDS OUR HUMANITY”

  Each year that I spend in Florida, offers enriching new experiences. I have been fortunate to find interesting people who I meet in the course of my daily activities and in some cases, form personal     relationships with. Then there are artists whose work I hear about and immensely enjoy listening to orContinue reading “Leaving Florida”

“But what Picasso’s Guernica reminds us is this: these aren’t bugs, but real human beings — with real lives — that are being ripped apart.” Andrew Engelson examines why Guernica remains relevant, nearly 80 years later. via Why Guernica Still Matters — Discover – This article expresses most appropriately, the unrest we see around the world today andContinue reading “Why Guernica Still Matters — Discover”

There is no denying the fact that orchids are an inspiration to artists, who skillfully attempt to capture their elegance in delicate shapes and colors.  Their beauty motivates authors to write stories and novels.  Fashion designers use them in creative designs for necklaces, earrings, or may even use resin to preserve the flowers forever.  ItContinue reading “Orchids can be a rewarding hobby”