The Mystery of the Quiet Morning in Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest
July 22, 2026
My friend allows me to share her White Mountain cabin for a few days while we ride our horses in the Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest. As
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Finding My Writing Muse from the Desert to the Gulf
July 8, 2026
I’ve heard people can go into a room without windows and work, writing productively. I’ve never been able to think clearly in silence or without
The Secret History of New York City’s Sidewalk Boulders
June 24, 2026
I was in Manhattan recently to sing in Carnegie Hall. When I lived in New Jersey, I would often enjoy a weekend in the Big
Craving an Authentic New York Bagel? Here is the Culinary Science Behind the Perfect Chew
June 18, 2026
I traveled to Manhattan recently to sing at Carnegie Hall with the Arizona Women’s Chorus. While the other women all had lists of sights they
Sampling the Best of the Big Apple: The Secret to NYC Pastrami and Rye
June 11, 2026
One of the culinary delights I sought on my recent visit to Manhattan was a pastrami on rye sandwich. A real New York pastrami on
Practicing My Way to Carnegie Hall
June 4, 2026
“How do you get to Carnegie Hall? Practice, practice, practice.” That is exactly what I’ve been doing! In mid-June, I will be joining the Arizona
