These Are a Few of My Favorite Things

For those of you in the U.S., Happy Thanksgiving! For those of you outside the U.S.....well, Happy Thanksgiving!

Just a few of the many things I'm thankful for this year...

My eldest kid, Shane O'Mac

My youngest kid, Tanker McNamara

My current muse, Zachary Richard, who has the most achingly sweet voice. I could listen to him all day--oh, wait, I often do.

Samwise Gamgee the Xterra, who's still rolling along after ten years--which I'm thankful for because I can't afford a new one.

Auburn U., where I work days and write nights--a great place to live.

The excitement of a debut novel, coming soon.

The hometown of my heart. There no place on earth like New Orleans. I miss it every day.

And, last but far from least, my friends and family, who'd kill me if I posted their photos.

Happy Thanksgiving, mes amis!