As you know, I have been having a very public love affair with facebook for the past 2 ½ years. Through my virtual lover, I have reconnected with many, many old aquaintances. Social Media has become an entirely new way to socialize, and I find myself running to my computer … Continue reading
In honor of No More Excuses Month, I have to say I’ve done myself pretty proud! Yesterday, in looking over my writing projects, I reviewed some notes I took at the recent SCBWI conference. (Society of Children’s Book Writer’s and Illustrators). In the notes were a few random ideas for … Continue reading
OMG!!!! It’s HERE! They finally made a movie about Facebook, and naturally, I had to go see it opening day! (If they knew what a fanatic I am about fb, I surely would’ve gotten premier tickets or something.) The movie is called “The Social Network” and I have to tell … Continue reading
“Julie, do you remember Beverly Barlow?” My Mom asked when she called to wish me Bon Voyage on my upcoming trip to Norway. It was more of a statement than a question. “Mary George’s niece, from Louisville. Remember her?” The name was familiar, and I vaguely recollected a freckle-faced red … Continue reading
Holey Moley! What in the world have i gotten myself into this time???? Last year i hooked up with my old buddy from Sewanee Academy (a boarding high school), and we went back to our old stomping grounds and spend a very successful day (and night) of reuniting. This spring, … Continue reading
I was over at my friend Bern’s blog today, and was intrigued by her account of seeing a guy in a t-shirt that read simply “I am awesome”. The guy seemed like your average Joe, but a soul brave and proud enough to sport his feelings on his chest … Continue reading
I’m on cloud 9. I have just returned from an absolutely amazing weekend in the rolling hills of Tennessee. And yes, it was because of facebook, once again. As you may remember, I reunited w/ my old Sewanee Academy friend “Martina” a year ago. It was my first facebook-generated face-to-face, and I was … Continue reading
so, my old Harlan peeps just left, after a 5-day visit. unfortunately, my camera wasn’t working, so i am at the mercy of them to send photos that i can post. i am posting one from last year’s reunion. (the girl on the far right was not here.) i can … Continue reading
It’s Spring! (Even though it feels like summertime here in Atlanta, Ga, at 90 degrees). When I look back over past entries on my site from last spring, I realize that this is a time for rebirth, renewal, and reunions! So, in a matter of days, I have not one, … Continue reading
OK, so by now i’m sure you’ve heard about this Iranian cleric’s theory that dressing immodestly causes natural disasters. To be specific, I quote…”many women who do not dress modestly … lead young men astray, corrupt their chastity and spread adultery in society, which (consequently) increases earthquakes. So a fellow … Continue reading