Many people have asked ... Many people have asked what inspired me to write BLEST BE THE TIES, since I certainly had no expertise on the subject nor a prior obsession to study it. I told them that, initially, it was falling in love with Virginia's beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains. And then, since I have … Continue reading The Inspiration for BBTT
A time for War, and a Time for Peace
Traumatic Effects of War
As I look back on my years in the mental health field, it is no wonder that the majority of my clients had a history of traumatization. The ones who sought help were those with the most significant experiences though, surprisingly, some did not relate their "presenting problem" with those experiences. Part of my job … Continue reading Traumatic Effects of War
Are you a history buff?
I thought perhaps you history buffs might like to try a little quiz on book 3, A Time to Kill, and A Time to Heal. Which events in my book are true, and which are fictional? Accounting of the additional terms for restored citizenship required of paroled Confederate soldiers, officers, and officials, and the readmission … Continue reading Are you a history buff?
The Weight of Stories 
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