I'm an American citizen. I have an American father and an English mother. That being said, I've always had a fascination with the history of the British Isles. Although I have English blood, I will not shy away from the fact that the Scottish have endured a great deal of hardships and injustices under English… Continue reading My 2 cents on the Scottish Indy Ref, for what it’s worth…
Why Women Need Maleficent
CAUTION: This review contains SPOILERS. Proceed with caution! After seeing Maleficent, I walked out of the theater feeling hopeful, inspired, and empowered. There were a group of teenagers walking in front of me and I overheard one of the young ladies say “I think I’ll stick with the cartoon version,” while another said “I hope they… Continue reading Why Women Need Maleficent
“Cherished Possessions”
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4kLG4MUmP-w A Photographer friend, Randi Fair (http://www.randifairphotography.com/), recently asked me to take part in a short film she was creating about people's most cherished possessions. I am the last interview and discuss my most cherished possession, something that belonged to Molly. I encourage you to watch the entire video, as the other interviews and objects… Continue reading “Cherished Possessions”
Outlander PA raises money for Philly’s upcoming Museum of the American Revolution
The Outlander PA group, myself included, are raising funds in Diana Gabaldon's name for the Museum of the American Revolution in Philadelphia. We plan to present her with this donation at her June 17th book signing here in Philly. About the Museum - http://amrevmuseum.org/ From the website: "The Museum will be steps away from where… Continue reading Outlander PA raises money for Philly’s upcoming Museum of the American Revolution
2006 Interview with my USAF Vet grandfather
http://youtu.be/wofF_xWj81I In 2006 I interviewed my grandfather, Charles E. Beard, about his time in the Air Force from post-WWII through the Vietnam War. (This is the grandfather that was married to Molly)
the process
I often read on my lunch breaks at work, as well as on the train to and from. Armed with my pen and stickies, I mark anything that has that could work in my story from geographic locations, names, dates, etc.
New Novel Clue…
Here's a clue about the novel I've been working on. I just received this great resource and am excited to dive into it for research. Writing and research happen simultaneously for me. The key is to have a healthy balance of both!
Found Letter – Molly’s parents!
My dad was recently scanning old family photos and happened to find this letter hiding behind one of the cardboard framed engagement photos of Molly's parents in 1910. This letter is from Clarence Pitcher to Lillian right before they got married. P.S. 2 cent postage stamp in 1910!
Diana Gabaldon & Ron Moore at NYCC
Ron Moore and Diana Gabaldon discuss the Outlander TV series. They are both such creative inspirations to me; and their combination will, hopefully, mean an amazing tv show!
Review: The Strain
I know vampires and zombies are really beaten to death these days, but Guillermo Del Toro and Chuck Hogan's The Strain has it where it counts. Because these subjects are now overdone, I read this book based on my appreciation for Guillermo's great, imaginative film work. I also purposely did not read anything about this… Continue reading Review: The Strain
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