Move over Anne Tyler and Michelle Richmond

Major Pettigrew's Last Stand by Helen Simonson.

Last night I just finished this book, and all I can say is Move Over Anne Tyler and Michelle Richmond, there's a "new kid on the block" who has a real gift for storytelling. The images just walk off the page, and into your heart, mind and soul.

This book should be considered for many awards, but since it is her first book, Helen will be overlooked like so many other first time authors....

Bald Eagle on the Grand River (Explored!)

Bald Eagle on the Grand River (Explored!)
Originally uploaded by Harry Pulley

What a fantastic sight to see. Is there a better bird to watch? Maybe, but the heart soars along with this magnificent bird.

Landscape > Ubari > Sahara desert > Libya

Landscape > Ubari > Sahara desert > Libya
Originally uploaded by Aman.. Iman..

Would like to go back to Libya someday, oh well.

Blue Poppies

Blue Poppies
Originally uploaded by Creativity+ Timothy K Hamilton

Isn't this a beautiful flower? Mine died due to the frigid cold we had this past winter. I hope to find another soon.

Oriental Gardens in Hilo, Hawaii

Oriental Gardens in Hilo, Hawaii
Originally uploaded by Geophile3

This is a very peaceful place on the Big Island.

Roman theatre Sabratha Libya

Roman theatre Sabratha Libya
Originally uploaded by Eric Lafforgue

This is a test photo for Pam Cronkrite. Hope she can find out how to do this.

1979 Daytona 24 Hour

1979 Daytona 24 Hour
Originally uploaded by URY914

In tribute to the great Paul Newman, may he rest in peace, and may his family know what a true gentleman he always presented himself to the public.