Montrose, Colorado
We’re now in Montrose, spending a few days with Sherry’s dad. Much pleasant relaxation, which is a welcome component in any vacation. Also, for those interested, I’ve recommenced on Four Shards.
Ah … Albuquerque
My family moved from Colorado to Albuquerque when I was in the seventh grade, and we stayed there through my attendance at La Cueva High School until my parents moved back to Colorado after I’d gone to college — some thirteen years ago. Some of the best years of my …
Codex Writers Workshop
I’ve spent the last few days just outside of Chattanooga, attending the first annual Codex Writers Workshop. Wonderful. I met a number of terrific writers, one award-winning editor, and a couple of extraordinarily kind folks in Mr. and Mrs. Harrison (parents of the unequaled Mary Robinette Kowal), at whose home …
Going Greyhound
I survived an overnight Greyhound route, complete with an early morning stopover in the Atlanta bus station. I wouldn’t think this impressive, myself, but folks sure seemed concerned for my well being in the weeks before this trip. “You’re taking … the bus?” was a common response. Yeah, I am. …
Dear Captain Livingston
I received a bit of academic mail yesterday that began thus. I stared at it for a good ten seconds before I realized it really was for me. You’d think I’d be used to this military rank business after two years, but you’d be wrong. It’s just really strange to …