Meeting With An Author at The Armed Forces Retirement Home, Washington, D.C.

When I have the opportunity meet with a devoted and passionate writer, I almost never hesitate.  Recently, I met Thomas J. Ryan, author of Spies, Scouts, and Secrets in the Gettysburg Campaign, and Essays on Delaware During the Civil War-A Political, Military and Social Perspective.  Mr. Ryan has published numerous articles and book reviews on Civil War subjects, many dealing with intelligence operations. He writes a bi-weekly column called Civil War Profiles for Coastal Point, a Delaware newspaper.  Thomas J. Ryan served three years in the United States Army and more than three decades with the U.S. Department of Defense.  

Being With Two of My Favorite Friends

Being with two of my favorite friends and my dear ten year old dog Tyson, is a very special and captured time for me.  It was a wonderful evening  sharing a meal together at our home in Hayesville, North Carolina, and as always engaging in interesting conversation.  Sister Terry Martin, CND and Sister Margarita Castaneda, CND reside in Hayesville, North Carolina and both are devoted to their Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church Community.  Sister Terry and Sister Margarita have strengthened and lifted up the lives of so many families throughout their entire lives.  I have known Sister Terry for more than sixteen years, and Sister Margarita for three years.  They both hold a special place in the hearts' of my family.

Book Signing at Quantico

Sharing my books with children and their families at Marine Corps Base Quantico, Crossroads of the Marine Corps, is always a joyous and uplifting time. From Thursday, April 20 thru Sunday, April 23, families, soldiers, and retirees shared their kind words and interesting stories with me. I have been book signing at Marine Corps Base Quantico, since 2008 and am looking forward future visits with America's finest!

In Honor of Dr. Seuss and Read Across America...We Celebrate the Love of Reading

In honor of Dr. Seuss' birthday and Read Across America Day on March 2, the students, teachers, and staff of Patrick Henry Elementary School, Alexandria City Schools, dedicated February 27-March 3, 2017 as Dr. Seuss Week.  As the Area Co-Chair of Alexandria City Schools, for Reading Is Fundamental of Northern Virginia, I spent time at Patrick Henry during their celebration for the one and only Dr. Seuss!

Guest Speaker at International Society For Key Women Educators, Delta Kappa Gamma Chapter

Sunday afternoon, March 12, 2017,  was a very kind and special time for me.  Delta Kappa Gamma, International Society For Key Women  Educators invited me to share my books and to speak about my passion for Intergenerational Programs... uniting children of all ages with those individuals who have lived a lifetime.  

Across The Generations...All You Need is Love

Our son Ryan is moving to Jacksonville, Florida.  Ryan is both happy and excited...as is his best girl who is already in Jacksonville.  Great jobs, a beautiful place to live, and a personal life all their own.  Our family is happy and proud for them and we share their excitement!  We as a family vacationed last winter in Jacksonville...so it will be easy and fun for us to find our way back there for celebrations and family visits.