The morning sun gently warms a pale blue sky; all is still, even the wind. March smiles serenely this morning, but, beware! March is untrustworthy. Today and tomorrow will lull us into thinking spring has come, but, Friday! Surprise! Winter comes roaring back. (At least, that’s what our meteorologist says. I haven’t consulted the Almanac […]
Mar 8, 2022
My Sister Helen
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When the jonquils bloom in the spring, I think of her–my sister Helen. Maybe it’s because of her March birthday or that, like the flowers, my sister was cheerful and welcoming. Helen was a person who made the world better and brighter, simply by being there. If someone had a problem, she did her […]
Mar 7, 2022
March or Madness or Both
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This month, I’ll be highlighting my March mystery, Moonstruck and Murderous. March, that year, was different. For one thing, there were two full moons–a month of a blue moon–and everyone knows that anything can happen during a month like that. Just ask Pat, one of Ned McNeil’s closest friends. It all started when Ned […]
Mar 6, 2022
Special Day
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Did you know that today is a special day? It’s National Read an ebook Day. May I make some suggestions? (You knew I’d do this didn’t you?) www.amazon.com/Blanche-Day-Manos/e/B0090018EI Or, for another really neat page, try this: Pen-L Publishing – Blanche Day Manos. These are bright, colorful pages, chock full of fun information. If you have […]
Mar 5, 2022
Changing Times
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Sometimes change happens suddenly. Sometimes, it’s gradual, but whichever it is, it is a mystery. For the Ukrainian people, change came swiftly, a change that affects the rest of the world. Looking back at history, we can see how huge events–wars, famines, droughts, new inventions, have changed life for many. Within our families, life is […]
Mar 3, 2022
The Wind and the Moonlight
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The rain stopped and I turned off my windshield wipers. About halfway to Myra’s home, I realized no one in the whole world knew where I was and that was not a good thing. I speed-dialed Cade but got no answer, only his voice mail. Leaving a message, I told him where I’d be. Hopefully, […]
