The sun and immortal bird:
People often ask me about the unusual symbol on my necklace that my husband bought for me when working in Chengdu, China.
The symbol is the official city logo, … Continue reading >>
Oops
Looks like your dog understands you more than you think. The results of a recent study explains why my pup Cowboy quits the game when I fake a throw one too many times.
Researchers used a … Continue reading >>
What is acceptable reading material for your child?
It's a legit question, especially since banning books by some schools has in turn created a demand for these books.
Suppose your middle … Continue reading >>
Teaching the meaning of Memorial Day to children
To most kids (and to many adults), Memorial Day marks the beginning of summer. We barbecue hamburgers, take a trip to the park, or plant … Continue reading >>
What:
Each poem in my chapbook, When Truth Comes Home to Roost, is meant to be a revelation, a slant of light shining through a window. The poems lean toward autobiography, capture experiences, … Continue reading >>
What?
I write across genres and ages. When ideas come to me, a voice is already part of them and that’s how I know whether I’m writing a picture book, middle grade, adult work, web … Continue reading >>