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2023: The Year of the Crockpot

I’ve worn out another crockpot. The other day the final piece of the press-buttons on the outside of the pot peeled off leaving me no idea how long, or how hot, my food would cook. It was time to retire … Continue reading

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2023: Ian’s Magic is Still Magic

My sister sent me this picture she found on the internet. It was perfect for my book and so I contacted the bookseller to tell them about Ian’s Magic. I’ll probably never hear from them, but it was fun. And … Continue reading

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2023: Quraysh Ali Lansana

I attended a program at my local library today with Quraysh Ali Lansana Quraysh Ali Lansana – Wikipedia, poet and author of 20 books. He was born in my hometown of Enid, OK and graduated from Enid High School in … Continue reading

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2023: Getting Old is a Privilege

Jimmy Buffett died this week. Someone said, he died perfectly on the last long weekend of the summer, Labor Day, so people could celebrate accordingly. I had a margarita at dinner last night. I loved his music, being a beach … Continue reading

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2023: The End of Summer?

It’s almost the end of August—almost the end of summer—the beginning of the end. As a kid I could hardly wait until summer; lazy days of swimming pools and libraries, going to the lake and playing with friends. Now, I … Continue reading

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2023: Metropolitan Library’s Lit Fest

Yesterday I attended the annual Metropolitan Library’s Lit Fest.  It is held in Oklahoma City at the Ronald J. Norick Downtown Library. I had not been to this beautiful facility, and I had so much fun.  I traveled with a … Continue reading

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2023: Free OWFI Writing Workshops

Oklahoma Writers’ Federation, Inc. is offering 7 free writing workshops, one per month, throughout the year starting in September.  They are through Zoom and geared toward 9-12th grade but any age is welcome.  You will need to sign up for them at this … Continue reading

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2023: Blooming Greed on Sale!

Amazon has put my murder mystery, Blooming Greed, on sale for $3.51 in Kindle or paperback version.  It is a great time to pick up a copy! Erim Shipley is a young lawyer with a nose for mystery.  In Blooming … Continue reading

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2023: Cathy Thomas, Enid Writers Club Member

Last fall, I introduced you to the members in my writing club. Most of them agreed to an interview at that time. But Cathy Thomas is BUSY!!! She teaches band at a local school and finally with summer break she … Continue reading

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2023: Rendezvous with a Writer – John Toles

This week I wanted to let you know about an upcoming podcast interview on Rendezvous With a Writer that will take place this Thursday evening.  I met Bobbi Jean and Jim Bell a few years ago when I was interviewed … Continue reading

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