Posts by Leslie Anne Tarabella
A real Charlie Brown tree
I can freak out over a Christmas tree like no one else. Other things may get (literally) swept under the rug, but for some reason, my tree has to be perfect. I poke and fluff each branch daily up until about 11pm on December 24th to make sure it is the loveliest tree of all.…
Read MoreAll the details and a sparkly goat
Finally, the weekend before Thanksgiving, and its just now cool enough to feel like fall. I was able to wear my boots to the Lighting of the Trees last night without feeling weird. Actually, Bob and I avoided the (pushing) masses of the tree lighting and instead attended the very exclusive lighting of the…
Read MoreSOLD OUT!
Wow, what an amazing night! I told you I’d share photos with you of my book launch party for The Majorettes are Back in Town, so here we go . . . Here’s what the display table looked like before the event with my friend Dave being his happy self. There were books stacked all…
Read MoreToday’s the day! (and soothing fields of cotton)
Well, I’m launching the new book today! It’s been at our local Page and Palette bookstore since last Friday, but tonight is the launch party. If you are in the area, 6pm (Tuesday, Nov. 7th), you are most definitely invited. There will be lots of fun people, Southern snacks and drink specials at The Book…
Read MoreHello Lessons
Our eldest son was a bit shy, or so we thought, until we discovered he was more accurately stubborn. When an acquaintance stopped, leaned down, and asked, “What’s your name?” our son stared straight at him with no emotion whatsoever. “Tell Mr. McGibby what your name is,” we coached. Still, our darling little redhead looked…
Read MoreFilm Festival Time in Fairhope!
Celebrating 5 years of the Fairhope Film Festival is a huge accomplishment. Growing in popularity and stellar reputation as a hotbed for all types of films, the organizers of the festival, especially founder Mary Riser and her loyal band of volunteers, have reason to throw a big party this year. With 40 films presented over…
Read MoreBoy Scouts are for boys
This story origianlly appeared in Advance Publication newspapers in 2017. The Boy Scouts of America are still pushing to add girls to their ranks. If we follow the money, the legal problems of BSA have drained them of resources, and they are eyeing the budget of Girl Scouts. Combining forces seems like a woke move,…
Read MoreJason Braly
*See Jason’s show, Metal Resurrected at the Eastern Shore Art Center throughout the month of August! Medically speaking, Jason Braly shouldn’t even be able to walk. But walk he does, and so much more. The former elementary school art teacher from Athens, Alabama relocated to Fairhope in 2014 for the warmer weather. That’s right, someone…
Read MoreThere’s something charming about a non-sweaty bride
Let’s have an honest chat with nature-loving brides who are planning weddings for next year and insist on getting married outdoors. I’d like to introduce you to a friend of mine, Mr. November. He would love to host your wedding and will make sure you and your guests don’t melt in a heap of sweaty…
Read MorePicnic in the dark
Before I show you my eclipse picnic, I want to say: Shame on the schools and teachers who didn’t allow their children to go outdoors to experience this beautiful phenomenon of nature. What a great science experience, that even prisoners got to enjoy, but many students here had to sit inside and watch it on TV.…
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