I’ve been blogging on and off for more than twenty years, and I’ve been a voracious reader and writer for far longer (I’m guessing since around the first grade). Like most writers, I imagine, I go through periods of high energy, creativity, and consistency in my writing followed by periods where my focus on writing is zapped away by other priorities. As such, I’m intentionally not setting many expectations for The Manuscript. I imagine I’ll write when I feel inspired and can find the time.


And I’ll write about the things I love: travel, food, and friendship. Maybe other topics that strike my fancy from time to time. Sound good? The two photos above are things that have inspired me lately: First, the view from an Airbnb in Pacifica, CA, where I am writing this blog post. Second, the birthday dessert I made for my husband a few weeks ago. Strawberries are not in season, but I persevered!