by Andi | Jan 10, 2015 | Book Recommendations, Written and Wrought
I first came to know of Leni Sorensen and her work through a network of people here in Central Virginia who research the lives and experiences of enslaved people. She is a culinary historian, and she’s amazing. One of my hopes for 2015 is that I get to attend... by Andi | Jan 9, 2015 | Book Recommendations, Written and Wrought
Just a little disclaimer to start – this review is in no way objective or unbiased because, well, I love Shawn Smucker and his family. Still, everything I say about the book is true. I’m just a little more gushy that I might have been if I didn’t... 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 6, 2015 | Andi's Book, Written and Wrought
This morning has begun softly . . . the gift of a snow sprinkle, a dance with two big dogs who are giddy in the chill, the thunder of goat hooves, the cackle of a chicken who doesn’t like cold feet. Then, time with my own pages, edits, notes, ponderings. A fire...