I attended the Florida Public Relations Association (FPRA) Pensacola Chapter Annual Media Panel on July 16, 2015. Six local media professionals spoke about public relations culture, evolving technology changes, social media usage and best PR practices. The panel included Andrew McKay of News Radio 1620 AM, Auriette Lindsey of WEAR TV, Brent Lane of Cat …
This is a feature (below) that I wrote about attending a virtual dementia tour on June 26, 2015. It appeared in Pensacola Today on July 6, 2015. 10 Minutes of Virtual Dementia Leaves a Lasting Impression A colleague invited me to attend the University of West Florida Center on Aging’s “Art Across the Ages” event …
As I navigate forward in my writing, I’m trying to understand this vast, complex publishing world that exists around me. Digging into the publishing realm is overwhelming and often challenging. I have so many questions and just want some simple, straight-forward answers. So I did what any inquisitive, determined writer should do – I began …
I just finished writing a children’s book. The actual time spent writing the book only took about two hours. The research and preparation I did prior to my writing took about 20 hours – several visits to the library, a 2.5 hour documentary and many internet searches. The editing work I did after those first …
Over the weekend, I was watching “Bee Movie” with my oldest daughter. This animated film is about an ordinary bee who is trying to determine his long-term career choice. Barry B. Benson, the star bee (voiced by Jerry Seinfeld), struggles with being a follower among his hive. He cannot fathom doing the same job for …
Did you know that I offer writing, editing, critiquing and even public relations services? Well, I do! In addition to my own personal writing, I help other writers find and perfect their voices. I can serve as your editor for your creative pieces. I can also help you promote events in the local community. …