Tree Hugging Time

Noted Thanksgiving, Pinehurst NC:

I hugged a tree tonight. It was a great hug. I felt a little strange at first, but it was just me, and the Tall Pines.  Need I say more?
What strength.  What straightness.  What warmth.  I remember one of my most favorite people on this whole planet, Greg Samata, once hugged my vintage refrigerator. He wrapped his arms around it and squeezed.  This place of the Tall Pines is sacred.  I am thrilled to be here.  And I love that tree. Enough to hug it to pieces.

Friendly visitor

On my tours, I'll be mixing family with work. Here, my son Ben, surveys the setting. 

25 books sold!

Through the Spring and Summer, I am bringing Stay for Lunch to a whole new set of appearances at a variety of venues: gift stores, bookstores, libraries, senior centers and so on.

If last weekend's appearance at the gift shop, The Potpourri, in Pinehurst NC, is any indication, then I am excited about meeting many readers.  At this book signing , we sold 25 books! Thank you, Eldora Wood, proprietor of The Potpourri, for such a lovely and welcoming location.