Author Archives: first person productions
Hope
by Paul Ketterer In 1957, my family made one of several spring break trips south, this one to Hot Springs, Arkansas. It was one year after the integration of Little Rock Central High, most of which went right by my … Continue reading
When the Cash Goes Marching In
By Kelly Sauvage Angel Tonight, I’m doing a bit of laundry and becoming reacquainted with my cats. After all, I rolled back into town just a couple of hours ago, having spent the weekend at The Saints and Sinners Literary … Continue reading
How to Give Feedback
“The piece I read to the writing group didn’t receive the response I expected.” “I gave my memoir to my children and I didn’t hear anything back from them. Not a word.” I hear these kinds of comments more often … Continue reading
My Runyonesque Father
By Melodee Leven Currier I wish I had listened when my father told me stories about his life. I had no idea the fascinating history behind his words. My father, Harry Levin, grew up in New York City’s lower East … Continue reading
Army Girl and the Mardi Gras Indians: St. Joseph’s Day, 2006
By Sarah White St. Joseph’s day, March 19, brought to mind this story, which picks up where this one left off… It is Sunday, March 19th, 2006. Yesterday was the Pontilly Vision Retreat, facilitated by Bert Stitt. We woke up … Continue reading
WanderNWayne Goes to Guatemala
By “WanderN Wayne” Hammerstrom Hearing My Own Story from WanderNWayne’s LiveJournal November 15, 2007 Preparing for a seven-week journey to Guatemala as my first big step into retirement has led me to discover journals of other vagabond travelers who shared … Continue reading
Living Until I Die
By Kaye Ketterer I’m dying. Not right now, nor tomorrow probably, but someday. We all are dying. From the day we are born, we begin life knowing that someday we will die. I find it interesting when I talk … Continue reading
Reflecting on Reflections
By Ellie Jacobi Opening my eyes before sun-up, lights from an airplane are intruding on the dark peace of my bedroom. With no blinds or curtains on the windows facing the lakeside, it appears very bright, and I can see … Continue reading
Excerpts from “At Home Abroad: Today’s Expats Tell Their Stories”
Last week I posted an interview with Betsy and Mark Blondin, author/editors of At Home Abroad: Today’s Expats Tell Their Stories. This week, they share with you some excerpts from their book. “…home is wherever I can find a moment to … Continue reading
At Home Abroad: Today’s Expats Tell Their Stories
– Author Interview by Sarah White – Who are today’s “expats”? What motivates people to leave their homes, family, and friends to immerse themselves in unfamiliar places, learn foreign languages, and get to know new people? Betsy and Mark Blondin, … Continue reading
True Stories Well Told 