“I’m not sure where summer went but I am certain fall is here.” Brenda said to herself.From her kitchen window she gazed off into the distance.The aspens’ vibrant gold blanketed the mountain slopes. She knew the beauty was also a precursor to a long, cold winter.  In a determined tone she declared, “Matisse, this winter’s going ..read more

The cold rain beat down on Hoboken’s grey cobblestones.Angus was in the kitchen chopping onions for a Scottish stovie.Between his teeth he held an unlit match to avoid onion tears.Claire was in the living room by the fire with her glass of Barolo relaxing after a long day.As she gazed into the flames she had ..read more

As so many others have experienced during these emotionally testing times, a deeply personal relationship came to a screeching halt, sinking me to the depths                       of the dark ocean floor.I tried to get out of my funk by reciting the title of George Harrison’s first album when he broke away from the Beatles, “All Things Must Pass.”It ..read more

Frankie was on a sabbatical in Costa Rica studying magic realism painting.Above her lived Señor Lobo who was both a homeopath and an astrologer.The septuagenarian’s clients affectionately called him El Lobo or The Wolf.Every day he wore the same grey slacks, a white button down shirt and black lace up shoes. In spite of his ..read more

Pierre was a handsome stunt driver from Le Mans who enjoyed the kiss of danger.At a movie wrap party he was introduced to Larry, the film’s composer.Both felt an immediate attraction.It was as if they’d known each other in a past life.Pierre asked, “I know this is a strange question but do you believe in ..read more

A gentleman named David called me saying he was interested in having his house cleared before putting it on the market for sale.David’s home was exquisitely elegant but sadness hung in the air like the smell of stale beer in a pub.He had discovered that his wife of thirty five years was in fact a ..read more