Creating Freely During Cancel Culture

Creating Freely During Cancel Culture

by | Feb 23, 2022 | Writing Process

CREATING CHARACTERS is one of my favorite things to do, particularly the eclectic minor characters that people Logan’s world. What would Logan’s hometown of Jasper be without Tava’e, the massive Samoan chess queen, or Iona Slatterly of the spray on...
Savory Stuffed Peppers

Savory Stuffed Peppers

by | Feb 21, 2022 | Recipes

I DOUBLE THE RECIPE for these and freeze half of them for those nights when the ‘Logan Light’ is on later than I intend. Sometimes its 6:00 by the time I look up from my keyboard and nothing’s ready for dinner. Having these on hand is a lifesaver. A...
Go-To Potato Leek Soup

Go-To Potato Leek Soup

by | Jan 18, 2022 | Recipes

THERE’S NOTHING LIKE THE AROMA OF HOT SOUP bubbling on the stove. Add this easy-to-make, delicious potato soup to your recipe box. It is one of our winter favorites! Easily adaptable, you can doctor it up with bacon and extra sour cream, or make it vegetarian,...
How Much Water???

How Much Water???

by | Jan 13, 2022 | Recipes

IF YOUR NEW YEAR’S GOAL HAS ANYTHING TO DO WITH HEALTH you probably know you need to drink more water. But how much? For a 175-lb woman, that means about 117 oz or ~15 cups of water per day. More if you’re going to be very active. Yikes! Half of your...
My Secret Weapon!

My Secret Weapon!

by | Jan 2, 2022 | Writer's Life, Writing Process

NEW YEAR’S DAY IS BEACH DAY! I’m not sure when I started this tradition, but for years now when Jan 1 rolls around, I don comfortable layers and good walking shoes, load up a small backpack with essential supplies, then tuck myself into my car and drive to...