And just like that, it’s summer. A few days ago we had an overnight frost, and today it’s 73°F (23°C). I’m not complaining. Summer here …

People came over yesterday and gathered in the yard. That sounds ominous. I can imagine them out there, shuffling …

The most interesting thing happened to me the other night. One dog, Finn, lives with me. I’ve mentioned him in one of these notes ..

It has been a weird week/month/year. I’m sure it has been for everyone. This is going to be interesting going forward. I don’t …

Lately, for my quarantine viewing, I’ve been re-watching LOST. It’s an important show that gives the viewer fascinating twists & turns …

My father remains in the hospital. It’s not Covid-19 related. Just as the lockdown started, he had a couple of falls because he didn’t …

Do you sometimes wake up and wonder where the dreams stop and reality begins? The last twenty years or so might not have …

Jerrold smiled, showing her all his teeth. Elizabeth was paralyzed by the sight. It wasn’t just the ferocity of his smile that made her …

In my last email I mentioned a party at my house every year. After the meal, if the weather is right, we have a bonfire and that’s …

With everyone spending so much time apart from friends and family, I want to tell you about an annual tradition that takes place …

When we’re not in total lockdown, I have friends come over every Thursday evening. We catch up on the past week, debate where…

I’m finding it very difficult to get back to my normal schedule. It should be easy. Before, all I ever did was sit at home at write books …

In my house there’s a bathroom off of the laundry room and another down the hall. The last time they came to visit, my sister …