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Meeting Jack McDevitt

Meeting Jack McDevitt

I’m embarrassed to admit it, but I had not read Jack McDevitt until I heard he was coming to this year’s Crossroads Conference. I’m embarrassed because I’m supposed to be up on all things science fiction. His novel Seeker won a Nebula award in 2006 for best novel (and most of his other novels have been nominated), and I [...]

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Happy 25th

Happy 25th

To my beautiful wife Autumn. She acts nineteen most of the time, which helps to keep me young. Have a fabulous birthday and be sure you read a lot of great books on your new Kindle. I love you.

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Gardens

Gardens

Today was beautiful, so I decided to head out with the camera. I knew that folks had been busying themselves with garden preparation on Magnolia the day before — I’d never seen so much lawn equipment in one place at one time. The outcome was beautiful, and I took in a garden or two. First, [...]

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First Friday, May 2009

First Friday, May 2009

Yes, we made it to First Friday last night. We went early, but managed to hook-up with Gene and BJ, and Dan and Monica for a little while. Dan had to leave pretty early, since MagTard was playing at Rivalry’s. Autumn and I poked around a bit, then had some pasta at Adriana’s Café. We [...]

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Spring Has Sprung!

Spring Has Sprung!

It’s back! Yes, Spring, but also the annual Cherry Blossom Festival here in Macon, Georgia. Today marks the official opening of the week-long event. This is a great time to live in Macon, especially if you’re a photographer. Yes, there are the blossoms, but the festivities bring all sorts colorful characters — and dogs. Tomorrow [...]

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Laura Lynn Heart

Laura was a quiet student who chose to sit in the back of the room. She would occasionally participate in class conversation, when the topic seemed too controversial to resist. Her writing was always excellent, and her no-nonsense approach to conferences was always appreciated. She always had a smile; she was a good student, one [...]

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