Family Portrait

Normally I'd say that it is a sad day when your most recent family portrait is taken in the hospital less than 24 hours after your parents have both been admitted.
Fortunately both are doing better and are expected to return home in the next day or two.
Dad is masked so as not to "infect" Mom with pneumonia.

We decided later, that we needed to see Dad's smile.

Happy Valentine's Day

Cake pops for everyone! Do I have time for this? No, but this keeps me from going insane from work!

2 Authors in One Week!

Me with Mark Crilley and Nancy Carlson!
I love meeting authors. It gives so much insight into the writing process.

6 Generations of YUM!

Anderson's Candy in Richmond, IL is one of my favorites.

This was a fun day visiting with my Mom!
My great-grandmother came to this shop. I know that my cousin's children and even their children have been here!