Avocados and the Stars

This morning as I ate my avocado toast, I wondered if there was any folklore around the avocado. After reading a few versions online of a very interesting story, I’ve decided to retell my version of it to you here. yum First there are some things you should know. What is a tapir? Tapirs are…

Mr. Turner

It’s been a while since I’ve posted, and I wanted to offer a treat to my readers in the hopes of make up for my absence. Lately, it’s been a challenge for me to create the time I want to work on my music or writing. So, as a tool to move myself in the…

Happy “Tell A Story” Day

Today is “tell a story” day! Now this is one I can get in to. Since I’m sitting for a while on my own for about fifteen minutes at physical therapy, let’s see if I can tell you a story using the things around me. Here we go! ... Margie couldn’t believe that bratty kid…

Interview with Herb the Pooka

Today I reached out to an old friend and asked if they would like to be an interviewed guest on my blog. He decided to take time out of his mischievious schedule to talk with us. sketch by artist Joseph Benenhaley Me: Welcome, Herb. I appreciate you taking time today to chat. I didn't know…

Come on Get Happy

Happy Spring! Today is also International Day of Happiness. How are you gonna find some happy today? Here are some spring and happiness quotes to inspire you. “Spring is nature’s way of saying, ‘Let’s Party!'"Robin Williams “Some old-fashioned things like fresh air and sunshine are hard to beat.”Laura Ingalls Wilder "With freedom, books, flowers, and…

It’s Storytime!

Let's move into this next month with some exciting events. First, Friday is Tell a Fairy Tale Day! If you've read Song of a Wingfin, try telling a friend about Noreen's adventure in your own words. It's fun being a storyteller and Friday will be a great day to practice. The second announcement is that…

I Got Mail

Before Christmas last year, a lovely lady on social media asked publicly for recommendations of a children’s book to buy for her nieces. At first, I hesitated, not wanting to sound like a braggart but quickly tossed off that feeling. I should be proud! I wrote a wonderful story! So I responded, telling her of…