by KateLloyd | Apr 3, 2014 | Uncategorized
My beloved father passed away last August and it still seems that this wonderful man of the woods has only just gone. Before he died and while he was still able to drive, he took me to the Coudersport Ice Mine, a favorite childhood haunt and natural wonder-It’s...
by KateLloyd | Mar 31, 2014 | Uncategorized
The Old Order Amish attend church services every other week in Lancaster County. On alternate Sundays, the Amish often gather informally in various homes for social interaction and treats. Doesn’t that sound fun? I’d love to be included! At the other end...
by KateLloyd | Mar 24, 2014 | Uncategorized
I’ve always thought yellow is the color of spring, until yesterday morning. After attending church, I strolled over to the University of Washington with friends in hopes of seeing blooming cherry trees. Entering the campus, we were met with stark, dormant...
by KateLloyd | Mar 20, 2014 | books, guest post
When I’m out and about talking about books, people always ask me where the story came from, how much is true, where did the idea begin? It’s different with every book – that’s what keeps the process fascinating, I think. A book is a little like a pregnancy. You never...
by KateLloyd | Mar 17, 2014 | Uncategorized
It’s that time of year again. Remember the dread you felt when you realized you’d come to school without wearing a stitch of green on Saint Patrick’s Day? I admit, every St. Paddy’s Day I still do an inventory of my clothing looking for green. Why do I care? Is a...