by Andi | Jan 8, 2015 | Uncategorized, Written and Wrought
This week, as my schedule has come a bit slower, I’ve discovered, remembered, recalled, recovered? some things about myself and what makes me successful as a writer. I’ve also remembered the way I really want to define success: an experience that is... by Andi | Jan 7, 2015 | Andi's Book, Uncategorized, Written and Wrought
I have my back against the legs of one of the antique chairs that flanked Granny’s TV. My father is behind me, playing with my hair. Granny sits in her recliner, a burgandy cushion of a seat that lifts here when she cannot lift herself. Beside her, Aunt... by Andi | Jan 1, 2015 | Uncategorized, Written and Wrought
May this year bring you days when you sink deep into yourself, a book, a mug, a pen at hand. May this year bring you those people who pick you up and take you out, reminding you that sometimes you need to leave the house behind. May this year be full of all the tears... by Andi | Dec 24, 2014 | Uncategorized
Whether you celebrate Christmas as the day Jesus was born . . . Whether this is a time when giving fills you up . . . Whether you gather your family and friends close . . . Whether the lighting of a single candle for the Festival of Lights is your tradition . . .... by Andi | Dec 19, 2014 | Uncategorized
Last night, I utterly forgot a get-together I had with a friend – didn’t even remember that I had asked her to meet until hours after we had agreed to do so. I was mortified. But I’m taking that mortification and trying to make good by realizing...