This week I discovered what makes one of the main characters in my upcoming book, Tattler’s Branch, unique. It continues to amaze me when a character begins to express who they really are, and sometimes it catches me off guard. This character is a gambler, and I don’t even play cards, so where he came from I don’t know. I like getting to know him, though. He has an interesting background that adds a lot to the book. This reminds me that every person I meet, whether fictional or not, has a unique and interesting story.

Have you ever wished you could go home again?  Well, I am going home again this week with a trip to Mt. Olivet, Kentucky to do a book signing at the Robertson County library. I was raised on a tobacco/dairy farm there. Readers often ask how I know so much about country life—chickens and cows and gardens. That is why. When you’ve done the work you don’t forget. I live in the city now, and I am thankful. I Iike having neighbors, and I enjoy the conveniences living in town offers. Saturday morning, I went to a local farmer’s market where I bought fresh eggs, cucumbers and two juicy tomatoes. I have the best of both worlds.

Maggie is lying on the floor with her head on her paws waiting patiently for her walk. She is bored with me spending so much time at the keyboard. Maggie would like to be a country dog. She would love to be a hunter, digging into ground hog holes and chasing squirrels. I’m sure the critters are glad she lives in the city and takes her walks on the end of a leash.

Pray for the people in Colorado. Have a safe and blessed week.