Pink rhododendron blooms
The rhododendrons are getting ready to bloom in the Seattle area. The flower between mid-March & mid-May. So, they should appear in time for St. Patrick's Day. Knowing parks & neighborhoods are about to explode with color warms my heart. Despite the cold, snow, & slush around us, spring will come.
You know how it goes. You're expecting a big promotion & find yourself downsized. That's about to happen to Captain Geordie Crowninshield. Enjoy this Book Bubble from "Sea Tigers & Merchants." bubli.sh/dFXn5PX #americanhistory #salemstories
Tom is still trying to get Ann's attention. Ann still is too deep into her own insecurities to realize what he's doing. Will this couple ever get it together. Enjoy this Book Bubble from "The Life & Times of Sarah Good, Accused Witch." bubli.sh/Mb2YHRh #historicalfiction #americansaga
March is Women's History Month. So, it seems fitting that today's blog is about the history of Women's History Month. Stop by. bit.ly/4aIZpgX #womenshistory
An illustration of a roaring lion & a frolicking lamb
It's the first day of March, the month they say comes in like a Lion & out like a Lamb. #march
Cherry Blossoms
"In the presence of cherry blossoms, I find hope & the promise of better days." — Unknown. May you find hope & the courage to persevere. #cherryblossoms #hope
Returning to Salem from a successful voyage to India, Geordie expects praise. But will he receive it? bubli.sh/40tFXBp #Americanhistory #historicalfiction
Remember your younger years when crushes on potential romantic partners were frequent, but no one said anything? Ann & Tom have a similar problem. Enjoy this book bubble. bubli.sh/CDcW06P #kindle #historicalfiction #romance
Window display of marzipan
So much marzipan in one place is a thrilling sight to see. Like a fantasy in my imagination. May your imagination soar to its own fantasy this weekend. #marzipan #imagination
n the U.S., it's the season to gather income tax documents. Considering our founders' revolution was in many ways a tax revolt, it seems a strange ritual. Stop by today's blog. bit.ly/3Mqfq1U #incometax #americanhistory
Kung Hen Fat Choy! Congratulations & Best Wishes for a Prosperous New Year #lunarnewyear #yearofthehorse
Jacob & Sarah have been living in Danvers since their wedding, but Jacob needs to live in town. He doesn't tell his wife about their new house until he takes her there. Will she like it? bubli.sh/zsT0P61 #historicalfiction
The war against the Narragansetts was over two years ago, but the scars remain with those who fought. Ann Carr still hopes Tom will notice her, & now he's at the kitchen door. bubli.sh/35x1zSZ #historicalfiction #newrelease
Que la fete commence!
Let the Good Times Roll
It's Mardi Gras #MardiGras
Nostalgic Valentine card with hearts and a women with butterfly wings. Caption: Just a butterfly? Fly my way, Valentine
Valentine’s Day is tomorrow, a time to celebrate every kind of love. “Love is an act of endless forgiveness, a tender look which becomes a habit.” — Peter Ustinov
In the thick of battle, fighting the Narragansetts, Tom Putnam loses all sense of self to his desire to survive. bubli.sh/9Tz8PXn #historicalfiction #americanhistory
Capt Nath Silsbee is an experienced American ship's officer. He's also young and impetuous, sure that his outrage will gain his friend's release. Perhaps he overestimated his abilities. bubli.sh/5x573hJ
Two daffodils
Just a reminder spring will arrive ... eventually. Daffodils can begin to grow in late February if the temperature gets up to 40F. So, think warm thoughts. #daffodils #spring
Chicken & chicks pecking at the ground.
So I park in the local grocery store lot & notice I'm not the only one who needs snacks.
British sailors board Nath's ship & impress one of his crew. Will Nath be able to get him back? bubli.sh/6ZjhB5z #Americanhistory #historicalfiction #BRAGmedallion
No amount of drilling can prepare a soldier for his first battle. Tom Putnam prepares to face an unknown enemy. bubli.sh/CDfkN7t #Americanhistory #historicalfiction #BRAGmedallion
conversational Valentine hearts
Well, the ground hog let us down . . . again. But February is still the month of "candy love." Today's blog looks at the history of those chalky Valentine hearts. bit.ly/3ZbuNhm #Valentine.
Hilo Bay
Beautiful day at Hilo Bay #hawaii
Semi finalist badge
"The Life & Times of Sarah Good, Accused Witch" is a Chanticleer SEA Shorts Finalist. You can still grab a copy for 99 cents from your favorite on-line retailer.
For Capt Nath Silsbee, every decision carries a risk. He can't avoid stopping at Madras to settle business affairs, but his time ashore leaves his ship vulnerable to British impressment gangs. bubli.sh/96KggbN #americanhistory #maritimehistory #audiobooks
17th Century Puritans were afraid of anyone they didn't understand. They did, however, recognize that Native Americans were fierce fighters. And now Sgt Tom Putnam has to prepare his citizen militia to fight them. #historicalfiction #americanhistory bubli.sh/8ZF4sC0
Yes. It's special to be recognized by your peers.
Book Cover for the Life & Times of Sarah Good, Accused Witch
Honored to share that “The Life & Times of Sarah Good, Accused Witch” received the B.R.A.G Medallion for Indie Books
I'm fortunate to live here. I never tire of the scenery.
Morning view of Hilo Bay
Beautiful morning at Hilo Bay.
