I have been invited to participate in a local author reading session followed by Q & A and book signing for my latest release 'In Their Words - Vietnam' on March 17 at 6:30 pm at Sonora Joes coffee shop on Washington Street in Old Town Sonora.
A few of the veterans who were interviewed for this book will be on hand to sign their 'chapter' and to answer questions.
Hope to see you there!
Saturday, March 11, 2017
In Their Words - Vietnam NOW AVAILABLE
The long awaited non-fiction military history book 'In Their Words - Vietnam' is now available at
In Their Words – Vietnam, is a collection of stories from those who
served on the water, in the air, and on the ground in Vietnam from 1964
to 1975. Many are autobiographical, others are a collection of memories
of the time they served, and one is posthumous, transcribed from
letters and documents left to loved ones. These are their stories, the
way they remember, the way they felt… in their words.
Thursday, December 4, 2014
Life changes...
As with most everything in life, change is imminent.
Whether you roll with it or fight it, its going to happen.
I choose to roll with it:)
Due to some health reasons I have had to close my beloved Copper Gazette, an online news site for my little wonderful, energetic and amazing town.
However, I will continue to freelance for the Calaveras Enterprise and hope to spread my wings to other journalism adventures.
With only two jobs consuming less of my time than three, I hope to have time to return to my many unfinished manuscripts...especially the one that pulls at my heart the most; In Their Words, Vietnam. A collection of stories from those who were there...in their words.
I wish you all well, and as always, happy reading!
Whether you roll with it or fight it, its going to happen.
I choose to roll with it:)
Due to some health reasons I have had to close my beloved Copper Gazette, an online news site for my little wonderful, energetic and amazing town.
However, I will continue to freelance for the Calaveras Enterprise and hope to spread my wings to other journalism adventures.
With only two jobs consuming less of my time than three, I hope to have time to return to my many unfinished manuscripts...especially the one that pulls at my heart the most; In Their Words, Vietnam. A collection of stories from those who were there...in their words.
I wish you all well, and as always, happy reading!
Tuesday, July 15, 2014
Thursday, May 22, 2014
Update...
My apologies for not updating this page.
My career took a bit of a detour and ended up in journalism...a lot of journalism.
As a veteran advocate I have begun a column with the local newspaper titled the Veterans Corner. I will attach links to some of the articles.
I also have been active in starting a Veterans Treatment Court in my County. A relatively large undertaking that appears to be on a roll, thanks to the support of the Judge, DA, Sheriff, and the Director of Behavioral Health.
Thank you for your support of my endeavors. And as always...happy reading!
My career took a bit of a detour and ended up in journalism...a lot of journalism.
As a veteran advocate I have begun a column with the local newspaper titled the Veterans Corner. I will attach links to some of the articles.
I also have been active in starting a Veterans Treatment Court in my County. A relatively large undertaking that appears to be on a roll, thanks to the support of the Judge, DA, Sheriff, and the Director of Behavioral Health.
Thank you for your support of my endeavors. And as always...happy reading!
Veterans Corner: A new column for valued people
Veterans Corner: Service dogs for veterans a saving grace
Veterans Corner: Vietnam vets open doors with farrier school
For more articles visit Calaveras Enterprise and search for Veterans Corner.
Thursday, February 7, 2013
Adding Photography to my repertoire
Creativity is not limited to the pen...words can also be spoken with pictures...actually volumes can be spoken with one glance at a photo.
I have collected my photography and am making gifts cards from my work.
Let me know if any of the photos tell you a story.
To view photos CLICK HERE
A few of my favorites....
I have collected my photography and am making gifts cards from my work.
Let me know if any of the photos tell you a story.
To view photos CLICK HERE
A few of my favorites....
Wednesday, January 2, 2013
My New Years Resolution
My new years resolutions:
Touch more hearts with the written word.
Make a difference in someone's life.
Slow down...enjoy my life and appreciate what I have.
Touch more hearts with the written word.
Make a difference in someone's life.
Slow down...enjoy my life and appreciate what I have.
Saturday, December 8, 2012
More Stories Pounding in my Head
After an incredibly moving and passionate visit to the ocean I have even more stories crashing like waves through my head. I hope to find the time to, at the very least, put the ideas into words and create an outline of sorts.
If you write, or wish to write, visit a place that moves you, talk to a person that you admire, or simply find a quiet place to listen to your heart, then let the words flow!
If you write, or wish to write, visit a place that moves you, talk to a person that you admire, or simply find a quiet place to listen to your heart, then let the words flow!
Thursday, December 6, 2012
Back to the pen and paper
Looking forward to the new year when I will hit the ground running once again, throwing my heart and soul into my latest work in progress, 'In Their Words - Vietnam' a collection of interviews with Vietnam Veterans. Their stories, their feelings, in their words.
Hopefully I will be able to share their words and their feelings with you by the Spring of 2014.
Hopefully I will be able to share their words and their feelings with you by the Spring of 2014.
Monday, November 26, 2012
Your words are worthy
Just a bit from my presentation as guest speaker at the Tuolumne Writer's Retreat.
Don't ever let anyone tell you that your writing has no worth because it is not producing an income. Your words, from the heart, are more valuable than gold. Don't ever stop writing. Don't ever give up.
Don't ever let anyone tell you that your writing has no worth because it is not producing an income. Your words, from the heart, are more valuable than gold. Don't ever stop writing. Don't ever give up.
Treasure or trash
It never ceases to amaze me that each time I clean my desk, thats code for coffee table, I find the dreaded black binder.
"What" you ask "could be in the binder that could cause such dread?"
Why...9 unfinished manuscripts!!
Thats right..9. Everything from romance to murder mystery and some humor thrown in for good measure.
When or if I will ever finish these stories in seemingly permanent hibernation...time will only tell. Though I did cry and laugh out loud when reading one of them. I believe I will tackle that one first. Nothing like a good emotional roller coaster ride when traveling on a literary journey:)
I will keep you posted.
As always...happy reading!
"What" you ask "could be in the binder that could cause such dread?"
Why...9 unfinished manuscripts!!
Thats right..9. Everything from romance to murder mystery and some humor thrown in for good measure.
When or if I will ever finish these stories in seemingly permanent hibernation...time will only tell. Though I did cry and laugh out loud when reading one of them. I believe I will tackle that one first. Nothing like a good emotional roller coaster ride when traveling on a literary journey:)
I will keep you posted.
As always...happy reading!
Thursday, September 27, 2012
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