Baldwin County
Fill The Plate Luncheon
Prodisee Pantry was packed out for their Fill The Plate Luncheon last Thursday. I’ve been feeling much better since my heart procedure, but the morning I was supposed to speak at the luncheon, of course, something was wrong. — What’s a girl to do? I hate to ever, ever, go back on a commitment,…
Read MoreThe Gulf Shores and Orange Beach guidebook is ready!
Well, I couldn’t be happier with the way it turned out! I mentioned a few months ago (HERE) that I was chosen to write this year’s Gulf Shores and Orange Beach 2017 Official Vacation Guide. It was an interesting project about the place I love, and even though I’ve lived in this area my entire…
Read MoreThe Gulf Shores & Orange Beach project
Several weeks ago I told you I was working on a big project with a deadline. I’m happy to say I’ve completed the assignment and enjoyed every minute of it. My task was to write the copy for the 2017 Gulf Shores & Orange Beach Convention and Visitor’s Official Vacation Guide. At around 100…
Read MoreKnights of Ecor Rouge
The sunny afternoon temperatures in the high 60’s led to a slightly chilly, but crystal clear night, perfect for The Knights of Ecor Rouge to claim the streets for their popular 2016 Mardi Gras parade. “The Force Unleashed” was this year’s theme, pleasing all the Star Wars fans. , The birthplace of American Mardi…
Read MoreHaunted Baldwin County Alabama
Hey, look! I have another talented friend who wrote a book . . . I have the coolest friends! You may remember meeting Harriet Outlaw in my story about her wonderful house, Benulee. As if she weren’t fascinating enough with everything else she does, Harriet has now filled a book with her knowledge of…
Read MoreWhy we’re leaving public school
This is the story I wrote for the Gulf Coast Newspapers describing why we made a big decision regarding our son’s education. Check back in the days to come for updates on how our new way of life is going. I feel like somewhat of a traitor because with my whole heart, I’ve always loved…
Read MoreA Harley Ride and Blue Star Celebration
Yes, that was me you saw a week ago, zipping around town on the back of a Harley Davidson motorcycle. I know, I can barely believe it myself. I was smiling and laughing so much, I thought I would surely end up with a mouth full of bugs. All was fine though, with Dr.…
Read MoreWelcome to Wolff Cottage
The 1920’s era bungalow sits in such a quiet spot, snuggled behind azaleas, magnolias and camellias, that it’s been ignored by many. But if people only knew what a hot-spot of the literary world The Wolff Cottage is, they would certainly take notice. Charming Wolff Cottage, or more officially, Fairhope Center For The Writing Arts,…
Read MoreProdisee Pantry
I wrote this story three years ago, and now on Thursday, April 26 2018 will be the featured speaker at the “Fill the Plate” luncheon at Prodisee Pantry. I’ll let you know how it goes. * Have you ever been hungry? Have you ever worried about how you were going to feed your family?…
Read MoreSundae at the Grand
In small towns, we tend to make our own fun. So one day, some people in Fairhope, Alabama said, “Hey, why don’t we try to make the World’s Longest Ice Cream Sundae?” We all came together – all 1,565 students and almost 300 adult volunteers – at the Marriott Grand Hotel Resort, Golf Club and…
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