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CAPS Banquet Honoring Floyd Norman

I’ve been a member of CAPS (the Comic Art Professional Society) for about three years now, and have missed the last two annual banquets, much to my regret. So last month, when some unanticipated funds came to me just before … Continue reading

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Other People’s Spaces

After leaving the apartment I had lived in since I moved to Los Angeles, I’ve had a season of “nomad” life. It’s been interesting, as it has given me food for thought about personal space and how we respond to … Continue reading

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The Creature in the Nomad Life

I’ve been in temporary housing since the end of April, after leaving my old apartment. Although the Creature from the Black Lagoon has been my traveling companion, he was not keen on being photographed in the hotels. I’m not sure … Continue reading

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Getting down to the wire

The Creature scopes out some of the remaining items that have to be moved out. He thinks there’s still a lot to do. He’s right, of course. But sometimes a body just needs a break. Which I’m taking today.

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Crunch Packing

(Yes, I realize I didn’t finish my posts about Wondercon. I do have notes for my activities, and will try to write that up in the near future.) In the meantime, while I’m in the process of preparing for a … Continue reading

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The Creature as Editorial Assistant

The Creature got over his huff about not being taken to Mythcon. He was keeping an eye on me today while I edited, making sure my eyedrops were near at hand. I realized the other day that doing these Creature … Continue reading

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Coffee Addicted Creature

I seem to have gotten the Creature addicted to coffee! He thinks that demitasse cup is just the right size for him. He seems to feel he has to have coffee with me, when I make myself some. I’m wondering … Continue reading

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Birthday Markers

Circumstances are such this year that I’m not having any big celebration. But coming through the recent holidays and into the new year, I’ve been reinspired on a number of things, and that makes for a good birthday. Plus, lots … Continue reading

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The Creature Shows Off My Mug

A friend was showing off his coffee mug on Facebook, so I had to take a picture of mine. The mug itself says — RISK more than others think is safe CARE more than others think is wise DREAM more … Continue reading

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Thanksgiving Dinner with Friends

My friend Jennifer Oliver O’Connell had invited me to join her and her husband for Thanksgiving, along with a couple of their other friends, Amy and Joyce. Jennifer is one of those people who loves to cook, so her holiday … Continue reading

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