I am excited to share that I have a story, A Revolutionary Tradition, published in Chicken Soup for the Soul: That Christmas Feeling. The book is filled with stories about the funny, meaningful and unexpected things that happen during the holidays. It goes on sale September 29th in bookstores and…
Sister Rain Note: I first learned of Major John Andre while watching the AMC TV series, “TURN: Washington’s Spies.” I was totally hooked by the story of George Washington’s Culper Spy Ring. A few years ago, I spent a day in Tappan, New York, the location where, upon General George…
Piper’s Gotcha Day (click here) is the day before my husband’s birthday. What did Piper get for his special day, you may ask? Well, he got his dad’s wrapping paper when he was done opening gifts. Wrapping paper to chew or toss off the table is one of Piper’s favorite…
In my photos app, I have a screenshot I took in January of 2021 of a dome for sale on Amazon (shown above the title of this story). I thought it would be so great to have one of these in my backyard. I figured I could take Piper outside…
When I’m writing, I always check that I am using a word correctly, no matter how cut-and-dry it may seem. After Alexa had given me the definition of “era,” my husband, who just came into the room, said, “Like Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour.” I knew he was trouble when he walked…
Enjoying a very delightful raspberry margarita at Old ‘76 House in Tappan, New York (click here), I decided to take a picture of my refreshing beverage. I never know what images I will need to accompany my stories. Plus, my husband and I joke that it’s for the Gram, something…
It is always fascinating to watch Piper move a toy to exactly where he wants it. The other day I noticed he was sitting between his sneaker and his drum. I don’t know if he did that on purpose or if it’s just where they all ended up during play….
When my husband and I are traveling, we make many stops at grocery and convenience stores looking for local newspapers for Mister Rain. He has always loved reading local papers when we are on a trip, but it has become increasingly difficult to find them as printed publications are mostly…
If you are vertically challenged, as I am, you no doubt have become used to the car seat belt crossing closer to your neck than your chest. All 5’ 2” of me has often considered what would happen if I was ever in an accident; what would the tight strap…
Before my vision loss in 2012, I was nearsighted, getting glasses for the first time in 8th grade. As an adult I preferred contacts but had prescription glasses and sunglasses as well. Given the severity of my damaged optic nerves now, there are no corrective lenses that can improve my…
