The Baby in the Woods
On this Christmas day, a very personal story of a mother and a newborn with nowhere to turn.
December 25, 2024
Musings
Rich, Rich, Rich
Whew. September has been rich, rich, rich. A writing residency in a sweet little mountain cabin overflowing with books. Paying homage to a Civil Rights
September 27, 2024
I Turned 55 & Got Old Overnight
I turned 55, and something strange happened. Suddenly 50-year-olds were saying “yes ma’am” and “no ma’am” to me. The people in the TV ads for
September 23, 2024
Blue-Light Terror: Passing Bad Checks at Kmart
When Mama and I went back-to-school clothes shopping at Kmart, there was everything: thrills, extreme danger, catfights, and con games.
September 23, 2024
Mama Kitty & The Feral Feline Circus
I know you should let the wild things be wild. But when a hugely pregnant cat is yowling for food at your door…
May 10, 2024
Rutabaga Woman
In a raw Savannah neigborhood, the Rutabaga Woman shines a bright light and brings water to the thirsty.
March 10, 2024
For Women Who Talk Too Much
If your report cards said you talked too much, this story is in your high honor.
March 10, 2024
First Sermon
My first homily at the age of four. Being Southern, the sermon warned of a grievious sin against good food.
March 10, 2024
Mama’s Loaded for Bear
Mama Bear springs into action when a crackhead holds her baby sister hostage. You can’t make this stuff up, people.
March 10, 2024
Chicago Stud Muffin (and Race Relations)
Mama’s fondest Chicago memory wasn’t of the racial unrest she helped quell. It was of the stud muffin at her door.
March 10, 2024