Words that have resonated lately

by | Oct 3, 2012 | Photography, Writing

I’ve been ruminating on some advice from the best – and here’s what I’ve scribbled recently in my notebook. I keep these next to my ever-growing to-do list. Do any of these resonate with you?

Multi-taskers: Let’s Get Real

by | Sep 28, 2012 | Writing

On Monday, I stared blankly at my lengthy to do list and was suddenly overwhelmed and angered by my lack of productivity the week before. I couldn’t settle for this. I’m better than this. So I wrote out a set of resolutions. Then I tested them for a week...

Venturing into new eras and new topics

by | Sep 26, 2012 | History

I can never sit in one place for too long. Same goes with novel writing, I guess. I’m venturing into the 20s and 30s for my newest manuscript and diving into the world of circuses and traveling shows – all the while playing “Annie Get Your Gun”...

Inspiration from the Strangest Places

by | Sep 24, 2012 | History, Writing

Sometimes your friends know you’re obsessed with the 40s era and send you links to fashion catalogs that suit that era… and then you’re suddenly in love with the clothing, photos and more… Each of these photos screams out a story to me –...

Book Review: The Wedding Dress

by | Sep 21, 2012 | Book Reviews

Description: Charlotte Malone is getting married. Yet all is not settled in the heart of Birmingham’s chic bridal boutique owner. Charlotte can dress any bride to perfection-except herself. When she discovers a vintage mint-condition wedding gown in a battered...