Ghost Story ... Mac Abre wiped his brow, it was getting late. The sun was slipping beyond the trees, and in the twilight the shadows danced as the evening breeze rustled about the graveyard. He had finished the hole, the final resting spot. It would be filled tomorrow with a coffin, but this evening, it was a gaping gash in the earth, a wound that would not heal 'til filled with a body in the 'morrow. Mac Abre stepped up close to the edge to admire his handiwork. He blinked his tired eye

  Coffee & Books   [Click any of the thumbnail images to view full size photo] It has been a fun and rewarding week creating images for you to enjoy in the Coffee & Books photos. I have celebrated coffee from beans to grind. I served it up hot strong & black, and cold sweet & creamy. There were mugs of joe, 'tinis', lattes, and capuccino. The coffee was dripped, perked, steamed, and french pressed. We sipped coffee al fresco and drank coffee at the cafe, had a shot of e

Opening Doors To the World This is a photo series of doors, gates, and other entrances I have encountered on my journeys to other parts of the world. I have found the world to be a most gracious and extremely friendly host. By stepping through various doorways I have met many wonderful people who have shared their special and unique part of the world with me. Included are links to several of my travel columns that will share with you what can be found behind many of the doors. Knock on any door