Autumn Haiku
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Autumn Welcome!
I savor each of the seasons, but this month and next, I’m savoring gold leaves and purple blooms. I enjoy hot tea all year long, but this month and next, I’m especially enjoying honey in my tea. I’m also savoring … Continue reading →
Spotted in the Bookstore: Tomás and the Library Lady
Growing an Artist: The Story of a Landscaper and His Son
How I enjoyed reading my friend John Parra’s new book, Growing an Artist: The Story of a Landscaper and His Son. The author tells us that the story is inspired by his own work helping his dad. I too helped … Continue reading →
Family: a wonderful inspiration for my writing
My family has been a wonderful inspiration for my writing. My family memoir, House of Houses, was published by Beacon Press. I’m grateful to my editor Deborah Chasman. My daughter, writer Libby Martinez, and I so enjoyed writing I Pledge … Continue reading →