Monthly Archives: April 2008

How I got my caregiver

When my husband Howard was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s Disease in 1993, the Alzheimer’s Association insisted we keep it a secret, because Howard was on the Board of Directors of Toys R Us, and doing other consulting. They felt he’d lose … Continue reading

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First Line

Sunday Wrapup: April 27, 2008 Does anyone want a First Line? Something to write about? How about “Death isn’t so lonely.” or “Every time a writer puts his thoughts on paper, it’s a new beginning.” A reminder; my book, Behind … Continue reading

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Sun City Anthem Authors

Writing. Getting back to writing. I have an assignment from the Sun City Anthem Authors. ( I started Anthem Authors in February, 2000, and wow, am I proud of this group.) Write about a character and a setting. My character’s … Continue reading

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After the Writer's Conference

The Writer’s Conference is over, and I am overwhelmed with information about writing, selling my book, the internet, and blogging. My head is whirling and crammed full of information. Truth is I can’t wait to start writing again. My short … Continue reading

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Writer's Conference

Going to the Las Vegas Writer’s Conference, Thursday through Saturday. I’m excited, a litle nervous, and truthfully I’m tired just thinking of the three long days. There will be so many things going on: workshops, author panels, speakers, agents and … Continue reading

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THE VICTIM/THE REPRIEVE

The Victim: 1993 The diagnosis is in. In the blink of an eye I become a caregiver. I am the one in charge, caring for someone who no longer can care for himself. The more he deteriorates the harder I … Continue reading

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Lists

I promised I would write about my lists. It is a disjointed mish mash of things depending on where in my life I am, or what I jot down at this moment in time. For instance, when Howard was diagnosed … Continue reading

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Adopt A Caregiver

Adopt A Caregiver I would like you to read Behind The Mask, and know what it feels like to be a caregiver. Then I would like you to Adopt A Caregiver Email or phone, develop a personal relationship with someone … Continue reading

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My Head Is Whirling

Tuesday, April 1, 2008 The days are flying by. I’m eating too much, thinking too much about how to market Behind The Mask, waiting for more comments and feedback and not doing any exercise. That pretty much sums up my … Continue reading

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