I had a political epiphany this week about secession and the U.S. Civil War. I had an authorial epiphany about where and how I write.
Life
School Days And Legal Battles
This week marked the start of school for Diana and the grandchildren. Meanwhile, in the legal world, a significant victory in Michigan and a troubling case of forfeiture abuse in Indiana caught my attention.
Transitions in Life and Writing: Finding New Rhythms
A week of transitions: from kids leaving for college to quiet home life, and reflections on writing and football. Embrace the changes and find new rhythms.
Mower Decks And Cancer Research – How I Spent My Weekend
Replaced my riding mower deck after repair attempts failed. Also, supporting cancer research with Folding@Home and writing on haunted houses.
Finding Fitness and Fun: Will Fencing Become My New Favorite Workout?
I joined a summer fencing camp to get active and check out the sport. Despite being the only adult in a class of 8, I had an absolute blast and learned a lot.