Traditions abound in the small town of Hope. Over the years, the town has been through many struggles, including opening and closing of factories, hard financial times, and personal losses, but nothing reduces the spirit of their community. Every Sunday people gather after church for ice cream socials. On the Fourth of July, the volunteerContinue reading “Out With the Old; In With the New”
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Exclusive Santa Sighting
Like Superman and Clark Kent, my father and Santa Claus were never seen on Christmas Eve at the same time. Every year the drill was the same. At our annual Christmas Eve extended family gathering, my dad would announce to all that he ran out of film and needed to go the store. About 20Continue reading “Exclusive Santa Sighting”
You’re My Density
As a movie buff, I’ve always been enchanted by the meet-cute, that’s filmspeak for when two star-crossed lovers meet for the first time. The formulas are tried-and-true giving romance movie lovers a treasure trove of meaningful hopes and dreams wrapped up in a bow. In one instance, the couple find themselves in an unusual circumstanceContinue reading “You’re My Density”
Friendsgiving
As much as the native Americans and pilgrims came together to peacefully feast, the modern Thanksgiving table often becomes the dividing line in every family between political and generational feuds and sometimes great food wars. Sore points of who’s turkey or stuffing was too dry or who wants cranberry from a can or a stovetop,Continue reading “Friendsgiving”
A Window to Your World
Author’s Note: This story is an excerpt from The Peril at Peacock Perch, Book 2 in the Secret Senior Sleuths Society Mysteries, just released. When investigating a mystery, you have to break a few eggs and a few rules. One of them is a thorough search of the victim’s home. Some detectives are squeamish aboutContinue reading “A Window to Your World”
Friday Fright
Excited about Halloween, siblings Chris, Sarah and Nathan honored their annual haunted house tradition. Since childhood, they visited one haunted house to start the season off with a bang. Each year they choose a haunted house to fit their mood. As youngsters, they liked ones similar to a Disney theme park with bright lights andContinue reading “Friday Fright”
From a Frustrated Florida Driver
Florida driving should be considered a contact sport. But upon further examination, I can see why we are among the worst drivers in America. After looking at it from the other point of view, I understand why you don’t stop at stop signs. The California roll is much easier and affords less undue stress toContinue reading “From a Frustrated Florida Driver”
Everyone needs a Peter Pan in their life. Just as he opened up a new world to Wendy, in her own magical way, my aunt showed me a completely different way to live. When I was about 10-years-old, I started to rebel against my mother. If she said the sky was blue, I said itContinue reading
Queen Sighting
As the airwaves are filled with stories and tidbits about Queen Elizabeth II, I’d like to add one of my own. On a 2014 London visit, I stood on a bright sunny Summer day at the gates of Buckingham Palace to see the changing of the guard. As an American, this was a must, toContinue reading “Queen Sighting”
Useless F***ing Object
I’ve always wondered about U.F.O’s. By attending a Pampered Chef party or roaming through a kitchen utensil store, you can open the door to a new world of objects that make your life easier. Walking down the aisle, a myriad of gadgets and gizmos serve as constant amazement at the ever striving need to combineContinue reading “Useless F***ing Object”
SUZANNE RUDD HAMILTON 