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August Break Day 4: Window Shopping

Yet another reason why I love summer strolls through my neighborhood, Hampden–quirky, kitschy and charming store windows. PS- Things are still moving along with my novel. I don’t have big news yet, but we’re headed in the right direction!

Home is a Funny Word

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I use the word “home” to describe many places. Of course, my house in Baltimore is one home. My in-law’s house in Rochester, NY is another. And I even find myself saying that I’m on my way “home” when I’m heading to the office in Woodstock. Steve and I don’t know where we’ll end up [...]

Part I: How I Got Here

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Today’s post naturally follows a blog from last week. I wrote about the idea that we’ll never be happy if we rely on something or someone in the future to validate our actions and solve the problems that lay in front of us today. This mentality guided my life until about four years ago. At [...]

Kitschy Inspiration & Road Trips

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This is yet another reason why I love my neighborhood. How could I resist taking a picture of this lovely Hampden front yard? These are the kinds of scenes that spark my imagination for future characters and settings. I snapped this picture while walking to the post office last week. I’ve stayed true to my [...]

Writing Corner, Tiny Buddha, Xmas on 34th, & Rockstar Pea

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Top: New writing nook! Last Friday, Steve and I went to the magical world of Ikea to purchase a new desk and lamp. Our official office space does not have a door and it was driving me bonkers. After a few weeks away from novel #1 (and starting novel #2!) I’ve returned to #1 to [...]

Treasure Walks

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Every time I take a walk with Steve, we find unique nooks and crannies in our little neighborhood. Above are some of the gems we came across this afternoon. I love recording them here, so that I’ll never forget them, but I don’t have to clutter my brain (or home) with every charming memory. The [...]