I am a mother of four, grandmother of five, one dog, three cats and throw in a few fish. When I am not writing I am... spending time with my family; figure skating; riding my bike (the peddling kind); being a "crazy camera lady" taking pictures of my beloved Gettysburg Battlefields; struggling with my alphabet issues of TBI, OCD, PTSD and ADD! Though very often frustrated by my disabilities, I strive everyday to better myself and the world around me.
I try not to talk about politics in my blogs on this site. But, I have written about American History since its conception. So, it is a difficult topic to dance around! I write about Presidents from Washington to Trump in the Summer Ray series. But there again, I have tried to keep politics … More PURITY OF PATRIOTISM
This picture doesn’t do the poster justice. But, in person it is crisp, clear and beautiful. This one has a mistake in it, so I am keeping it. But, I am pretty proud of this (almost) ten years of amazing people getting together to make this dream come true. It’s hard to believe that with … More JUST GETTING STARTED!
Although this is not the best picture, this is close to 10 years of memories. It will be a 16×20 glossy print poster that we will use for our fundraising….from New York City to Gettysburg; 5 of the finished volumes of the Summer Ray Series; some amazing people who have stuck this journey … More 10 YEARS OF MEMORIES!
It’s going to take a whole lot of talent to make this film series a great success. These women are part of that team of expertise, strength, encouragement, and love! The backbone of something is the chief support system. Which is precisely what these ladies are – along with our Fiscal Sponsor – Carole Dean … More BACKBONE!
I ran into some old friends and was asked, “So, are you STILL doing the film?” I don’t know to do anything else, so…”Yes!” I have accepted the fact this is one of the things I am to accomplish in my life – a successful Summer Ray book and film series. But, they are just … More PREPARING THE PRESENTATION…TO PRESENT!
It’s been a rough few weeks for me personally. But, I finally feel better. I have been hurting physically with so much exercise and just being tired. I actually felt guilty because I wasn’t devoting as much time to the film work. I was working in my head at night when I was supposed to … More IN THE MEANTIME…
Wow! What can I say about New York City other than I am madly in love with it! It is a place like no other and why I wrote about it through-out the Summer Ray series. Come on! I just had to. It holds a very special place in my heart. It has a life … More LET’S REMEMBER THE GOOD!
Regardless of what is going on with me personally, the show must go on. The film still has to be produced even with a personal broken heart. But, I am thankful I have the film to fall back on, especially when I am sad. The story of Summer Ray is about real life, with fictional … More JUST KEEP GOING!
If you look close enough at this picture, it looks like the sun has eyelashes. This was taken on Confederate Avenue in Gettysburg, looking across toward Little Round Top! But there is no comparison than actually seeing it in person, with all of that fog and how the sun bounces off of it! Gettysburg truly … More THE SOLDIERS VIEW!
Nope! Not the best pic. But working out isn’t supposed to be a beauty contest. Adding weights to my ankles is tough and it creates a lot more sweat. But, I am getting stronger because of it. There are times in regard to this film that there are things, I just don’t want to do. … More SMILE MORE!
