“Conroy Called”
In honor of his birthday today… Hearing that legendary Author Pat Conroy had phoned my house was akin to Jesus calling, minus all that pesky
October 26, 2022
Musings
When Experiencing Despair, Hopelessness, & Anxiety…Do This
It’s so easy to feel that things are hopeless and dark, especially in this culture of doom and distraction. Here are strategies and perspectives to
September 27, 2022
What Happened After My TEDx Talk
After the mind-blowing experience of giving a TEDx Talk, I didn’t expect to have my jaw dropped at the Waffle House.
September 6, 2022
My TEDx Talk: Images from a Sparkling Day
I’m still processing the whole TEDx experience, but I promise to give a full report soon. In the meantime, these photos capture some of the
September 6, 2022
What I Saw in the Fog
I awoke to learn that Terry Kay, my writing mentor and beloved friend, had died. And before I knew it, I found myself smack dab
August 11, 2022
The Cracker Queen Crashes the Country Club
You already know it’s going to end badly. It did. But there’s something to be said for self-dignity, too.
August 2, 2022
Ode to the Rascal Who Ruined My Red Velvet Shoes
John Paul Schulz planted many good seeds in his work as a garden designer, writer, and friend. But my first encounter with him was a HOT
July 17, 2022
Mama’s Cigarettes for the Underprivileged
When it came time to mark the first anniversary of Mama’s passing, I knew exactly what to do. Yes, it was unconventional, amusing, and a
July 6, 2022
“No Such Thing As Being Too Southern”
This one is in honor and memory of the great Southern Humorist Lewis Grizzard.
June 15, 2022
The Baby in the Woods
I broke down toward the end of this one. You can hear it building. I could have done a second take. Instead, I honored what
June 6, 2022