Entries from October 2009

October 21, 2009

Halloween – pleasantly haunted by creative memories

It’s snowing this morning. Under a grey sky, the snow coats the bright colors of autumn like white icing.  I’m safe and warm inside, though, sipping my coffee, enjoying my Halloween display.
It’s a collection of memories that pleasantly “haunt” me.  I wore the witch’s hat many years ago when I greeted the trick-or-treaters. There are [...]

October 4, 2009

Author Fest of the Rockies – a writer’s feast

It’s hard to pinpoint what made Author Fest so enjoyable. After several uncharacteristically gloomy weather days, the Colorado sun, blue sky and majesty of Pikes Peak and golden aspen leaves played a large part.  Meeting with fellow writers and authors is always a joy.  Presenting a workshop on the writing craft to those currently writing [...]