It's hard to believe that 2026 is only a few short weeks away. With that in mind, and as we approach that most wonderful time of the year, did you know that in the United States, we produce on average 25% to 30% more trash between Thanksgiving and Christmas? That's right, I'm talking trash. We … Continue reading Throw It Away
It’s been a very busy few months since I’ve written and posted my last blog post. During this time, I have been doing promotional readings for my award-winning poetry collection Live. Love. Leo. at several small independent book stores here in Portland, Oregon. I also participated in Open Mic events, I was interviewed and recorded … Continue reading Write Now
Freedom Day - Reflections of Juneteenth is a personal admission to my lack of education and the consequences of withholding cultural knowledge.
A Lover's Story explores the serendipitous journey of two people destined to be together, no matter how long that may take.
The month of March has been an interesting month so far. Last week, I learned that my ex- partner passed away. I just happened to be scrolling through my social media feed that morning and came across a photo of a friend and an ex-suitor. Seeing friends together in photos isn't anything new, that's what … Continue reading The “EX-FILE”
It’s hard to believe that we’re already looking at January in the rear view mirror. For many people I know, it has been a pretty rough ride. When things appear uncertain, I focus on the people in my life that bring me joy such as my family and friends. It’s only when I have the … Continue reading Giving Thanks
Growing up, my mother would have described me as a curious kid. Because I was a military brat, my family moved around a lot. So when I met other kids from different parts of the country, I was always interested in talking to these kids and learning where they came from. So in high school, … Continue reading Let’s Talk
It's really hard to believe that the hubster (Eric) and I have been together for over 24 years now; six of those years we’ve been officially married. The time has been filled with many wonderful adventures, gained amazing friendships, discovered new adventures together, and endured some not so great times together (f@ck Cancer!). Luckily, we've … Continue reading A L-Ass-ting Impression
Question? What happened to adhering to the established protocols of behavior and common courtesy that impact the greater good? The Oxford Dictionary defines rule(s) as: one of a set of explicit or understood regulations or principles governing conduct within a particular activity or sphere. In America (US) it seems like the pandemic really changed us. … Continue reading Otherly Love
I'm really surprised at how quickly time goes by. It seems like 2024 only started a few short weeks ago, but we're about to roll into the fourth month of the new year. The future is now. A phrase coined by football coach George Allen in the 1970s, seems ever more present and real as … Continue reading Fast Forward
Judge Don't Judge...Much 