On what would have been her 92nd birthday, I am republishing my first post in honor of my very special mother, who I think of every day and still miss terribly. She was a great lady and an inspiration to many, especially me. Tears today…

I have loved creating with words since I was a young girl. So much so that my mother often lamented that the family did not own stock in a paper company. In fact, this website is dedicated to my mom, who was a constant inspiration and source of encouragement in my life. She was also the proud owner of this gorgeous antique Underwood typewriter.

A quest to become a published author hasn’t been the easiest of roads to travel, but every time I found myself ready to throw in the towel something would happen to make me reconsider. That includes meeting and befriending some talented and generous friends in the writing community. Hugs to you Rosemary. And of special note, the offer of representation from a wonderfully supportive literary agent, which came at a pivotal point in this journey. Thank you, Jill!

My most recent inspiration came from this typewriter. When my husband and I were sorting through my mother’s belongings – she sadly left us earlier this year – I knew I had to keep it. And not merely because she always wanted me to have it, but as a reminder that she loved my writing and would want me to keep trying. When Geoff asked me, “What would you do with it?” I was too emotional to answer, but I knew. Admire it. It is a beauty. Embrace the connection to my mother. Hold on to it as a symbol of my passion for the craft of creating with words. And now it has a home amid the hundreds of books my husband and I have collected over the years. I remain hopeful that one day there will be a novel written by Loretta Marion on those shelves. It will have good company!