A couple of weeks ago, Tapestry of Family was launched on Amazon.com. I've even had a few people buy a copy, and have even signed a copy for a friend who also acted as one of my beta readers. It's still a bit surreal that I have accomplished this goal, one that sat in the …
Sodom and Gomorrah: A Comedy
Kevin the deity and Abraham  stood on a hill-top looking out over the valley.  Kevin was Abraham's patron deity, having recruited him when Abraham was younger and just embarking on his life of shepherding and occasional con. Kevin offered protection and certain perks, in exchange for obedience and dedication. The relationship, seemed to work, …
Human Remains
It was over. The last person to offer comfort was finally departing down the gravel driveway to head home. Mama had long ago pleaded exhaustion and was lying down in the second bedroom, and I was dismayed with size of the mess. Grumpily, I started picking up the Styrofoam cups that had found their way …
Bubble Wrap
Last weekend I went to Florida for one of my grandmother's funerals. The night before all us grandkids went to her apartment and chose a few mementos to take back home. I took mostly photos, plus a cross stitched item, and a small vase. Among the photos as a picture of me at about age …
It's a Mis-fit 