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What’s YOUR Excuse?

January 17, 2020January 17, 2020 / roughwighting / 145 Comments

late, train, weddingAs I sit in the car in utter fear and mortification, counting, counting, counting, I wonder: what has led me to this humiliating, horrible experience?

Is it because of some deep-seated hatred for my brother?

No. I shake my head vehemently as I whisper 77, 78, 79… I love my brother. Continue reading →

The Big Butt Excuse

February 17, 2017February 16, 2017 / roughwighting / 104 Comments

excuse me, finding excuses“One of my first memories occurred when I was a three-year-old, sitting on my aunt’s lap.

I burped.

“Excuse me,” I said politely.

She laughed so hard I bounced out of her seat. I was offended. Isn’t that what I was supposed to say? Continue reading →

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PETEY the squirrel wants wings, so a magical dragonfly grants his wish. But by the end of the tale, Petey discovers how important it is - to be himself. Available from Borgo Publishing and Amazon.

FLASHES OF LIFE

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Fun and heartfelt flashes of everyday life. Click on cover to find softback and e-book at Amazon.

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Molly needs to find a friend to find her purr! Available from Amazon, B&N, and Borgo Publishing

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A delightful “happily ever after” picture book about friendship, courage, and believing in yourself. A finalist with International Book Awards. Click cover for Borgo Publishing.

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The Right Wrong Man

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Page-turning intrigue set in Boston & the Caribbean. Click on book cover to read more - available in softback or for your Kindle.

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