: About Me

Growing up in Philly in a large Italian family offered many opportunities for short stories. My grandfather owned a beverage distributorship. There were ten grandchildren, and we all worked in the business from the time we could load and unload trucks and sweep up. There was always a crowd at our house singing, playing music, and loudly debating everyday issues at our kitchen table.

All of the wonderful blessings I have received were totally undeserved. This includes motherhood.  As my girls were growing up, every once in a while, I'd notice a small piece of their naïve spirit leave. That was always a bittersweet moment.  They matured into wise, discerning women.  And our experiences along the way offered many tales . . . which I've woven into articles here on Helium. 

My passion is ...

to understand . . . life . . . people . . . tough times

My parents always told me ...

Long walks are good for your head and your heart.

My favorite memory ...

Moving to Georgia. It is home sweet home.

Why I write ...

It is a momentary control over reality, with my own happy ending.

My first job ...

Working in the family business growing up in Philly.

My best moment ...

My most precious moments were the births of my daughters.

My inspiration ...

My best friends always have my back . . . I am blessed.

Creative Writing > Reflections Reflections: Special moments

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The sleek, silver pen was used to sign for one last package at the busy law firm.  It was then packed carefully in a box with several other items.  That faithful old pen was retired today. For decades it stood in an engraved silver holder on a desk in the legal office. It was used daily and many times needed to be refilled.  That pen was held in the hands of several prominent people in town as they signed important documents. The wealthiest man in town signed his Last Will and Testament with that dependable writing instrument back in 1980. And just last w...

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