Officially an Author

It’s done. I published my first book. I didn’t think my first book would be a cookbook, but I’m pretty … More

Self-publishing in Secret

This year I created something special for my family, friends and connections-all in secret!

The Car that Ran on Prayers

I lost my friend, my literary agent, and my religion in a few weeks. I was at a loss as to where my book would land…

The Quality of My Life

Have you ever contemplated the worth of your life? What is my disabled life worth? Anything?

Continuing My Path

If you’ve followed my writing for a while, you may consider yourself used to my fits and starts. During this … More

The Ink in Our Veins

When I entered the family history center that stormy April afternoon, I had one thing on my mind; I had never seen a photo of my father’s father. I was 46 and I had never seen my grandfather’s face.

I typed his name into the search bar on the site, Newspapers.com, “George R. Slighte,” the results came back instantly.

Writing About Cannabis on Odyssey

In the last month I have been sharing articles about the evolution of my chronic pain treatment as well as what a fellow-traveler (and cannabis patient) has learned walking to Seattle from San Diego.