Finding Art and Inspiration at Absolutely Arts
April 10, 2026
Twice a year, one of my favorite local haunts—Absolutely Art Gallery & Gifts in Catalina, Arizona—hosts a vibrant art festival. I am always honored to
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Tucson’s Choral Scene Hits a High Note
April 8, 2026
Sixteen choruses in the Tucson area are members of the Arizona Choral Arts Association (ACAA), an organization dedicated to the vibrant art of choral singing.
Rutabaga or Swede? A Tale of the “Baggy Root”
March 26, 2026
My local grocery store often offers bags of discounted produce, and I am always on the hunt for healthy treats for my reptiles. Recently, I
Celebrating Arizona Wine Month from the Saddle
March 4, 2026
I’ve noticed a wonderful trend lately: my calendar is filling up with spring festivals, and almost all of them seem to involve wine. At first,
The Sonoran Desert’s Most Ruthless Residents
February 25, 2026
A few years ago, I had the pleasure of seeing one of my short stories published in the Tucson Sisters in Crime (TSinC) anthology, Trouble
Finding My Rhythm: Is My Poetry “Light” or “Informing”?
February 19, 2026
I try to have a new book ready in time for the annual Tucson Festival of Books, but behind the scenes of my science-based picture
