Monthly Archives: May 2016

Seeing a real opening to control the debate Mike raises his voice “They came as legal immigrants who followed all the rules. They did not sneak in and soak up all the benefits. My family worked their asses off, and … Continue reading →

Mike taps his fingers on the table.It is a nervous habit that he is not even remotely aware of “How long have you been here.” Giving a gesture feigning as though he was a prisoner in chains Sal responds. “Almost seven … Continue reading →

Sal was absolutely thrilled that part of his vibrant past would be living at Fox Hill, and there is nothing more comforting than knowing that the culture you grew up in is known and loved by a buddy. “I think … Continue reading →

After breakfast Sal picked up his mail ,daily newspaper and headed for the library. Reading his New York Times he heard a voice at the doorway that had the clear distinct accent of his birthplace. He placed his paper down,turned … Continue reading →

This begins the third section of the novel.Rough with sometimes salty language but I am enjoying the writing Autumn is such a beautiful season in the Northeast with the magnificent array of colors that create wondrous vistas. It had always … Continue reading →

Making a left turn off the main road the large sculptured gate at the entrance of Fox Hill appeared and winding down the road to the main entrance John heard Salvatore’s sigh as he closed his eyes. Parking in front … Continue reading →

John an NBC sports broadcaster had just returned from doing interviews before the All-Star basketball game which was to be held in New York. Living in New Jersey now he was regularly able to stop in New York to see … Continue reading →

Every writer has a process that works ,and in my case I normally write out of sequence. By that I mean that whatever is roaming around in my head is the priority, and then later I place the work in … Continue reading →

Accepting the challenge to take a position as a professor in the school of education at the University of Massachusetts was a wonderful opportunity that rarely comes along in one’s lifetime. Maddie Bragar a PhD in special education from the … Continue reading →

Sal loved watching all of the experiences of childhood through his children’s eyes. There is an enormous sense of awe and magic as they see the world through the prism of their innocence. It is more than refreshing for him … Continue reading →