I’ve been working on a chapbook of poetry for about seven months now, maybe a bit more. I’m almost finished, actually. I have one more piece to create. The title is “Hug Your Grandma, Hug Your Mother.” I used to say that to my son after visiting him at Anthony Correction Center. I wish I …
I have spent a lot of time, this year, re-thinking my activities. Everyone goes through periods of reflection, some of us actually take action. My steps have been slow, but sure. Working with blackberries gave me time to reflect on a LOT of things.
My son’s suicide didn’t have to happen. On Saturday August 24, 2013 Charleston, WV will host the 3rd Annual “Walk for Suicide Prevention”. The walk will take place at “Magic Island” and will be a leisurely (less than one mile) walk, which favors those who may have trouble walking long distances and is great for …
My container garden may not produce enough to do more than supplement dinner, but that is no reason not to can. I decided I wanted to do some canning so I called my sister and we headed out to Morgan Orchard in Monroe County.
