Contemporary Fiction Author, Infrequent Blogger & Retired Clown

Author: Shannon

St. Augustine Locals Love: Our Lighthouse

St. Augustine Locals Love: Our Lighthouse

In 1994, I was ten years old and had lived my entire life in this sleepy little fishing village on the Northeast Florida coast called St Augustine. In my very narrow worldview, I was under the impression that every town contained bits of historic lore [Read more…]

Zion National Park: A Geological and Spiritual Paradise

Zion National Park: A Geological and Spiritual Paradise

In betwixt a series of poor decisions (but great memories) I made in Las Vegas last September, I stole away for two days to embark on a solo trip to Utah and Arizona. The purpose of my excursion was to cross two more National Parks [Read more…]

Grand Canyon National Park: Sights and Scenes from the North Rim

Grand Canyon National Park: Sights and Scenes from the North Rim

Las Vegas, Day One: With sunshine on my shoulders, a glow on my cheeks, and a bounce in my step, I arrived in Las Vegas before noon on a warm September Friday ready for adventure. I met up with two friends who, like me, decided [Read more…]

5 Minutes in Louisville, Kentucky

5 Minutes in Louisville, Kentucky

Something you should know about me: I love whiskey. I love it in all forms and derivatives including scotch, bourbon and whisky without an “e.” I love the cheap stuff (as a mixer) and I love the good stuff (neat, on the rocks). I love [Read more…]