This week I worked in several different realms of writing that all involved history. Chapter 7 of my Lincoln mystery is now prepared to the next reading at Scribes (tomorrow). Its an action chapter, and the tension between Lovejoy and those who oppose him is sharpening. Reading these scenes aloud to the group is theContinue reading “Researching Genealogy While Writing a Lincoln-Era Novel”
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When History Becomes Part of the Family
The Mayhew Cabin stood along one of the western routes of the Underground Railroad, part of a quiet network that stretched across much of the country. Earlier this week I wrote about discovering a family connection to the abolitionist movement and the events surrounding John Brown’s raid on Harpers Ferry. The more I think aboutContinue reading “When History Becomes Part of the Family”
An Unexpected Historical Thread
This week, while working on family genealogy, I came across something I hadn’t known before–a distant connection to the events surrounding John Brown’s raid on Harpers Ferry. My great-great-great-grandmother’s youngest brother was an abolitionist living on the frontier. Hie cabin, known today as the Mayhew Cabin, still stands in Nebraska and served as a stationContinue reading “An Unexpected Historical Thread”
Holiday Cheer
First day off of my regularly scheduled week off. Getting a bit of a late start today. But I’m filled with excitement for cleaning the house, undecorating and decorating, and of course doing the re-write. I will have to block out regular time for it this week. I don’t have too much going on otherwise.Continue reading “Holiday Cheer”
Judi Lynn
Or Judy Post as she was known locally to friends. Today is a very sad day for me as I lost my friend of 44 years. We raised children together, wrote together, and lived life. Judy was a fabulous cook. Her Ansel and Jazzi novels were filled with her own recipes. She blogged regularly andContinue reading “Judi Lynn”
The View From The Imaginarium 