FOUR As the African sun began its descent, painting the sky in fiery orange and crimson strokes, the sanctuary was alive with an air of celebration. Or at least it seemed that way for Henry. For Lynette, it wasn’t as great. Henry had orchestrated a special dinner once everyone returned from looking at the wedding [...]
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Echoes of the Savannah (#3 ~ Beneath the African Sky Pocket Tale)
THREE The silence that followed Lynette’s declaration was palpable. The group stood on the hill, each person processing the raw emotion that had just unfolded before them. The beauty of the sanctuary below, bathed in the golden light of the setting sun, seemed incongruous with the tension that hung in the air. Perhaps Lynette would [...]
Echoes of the Savannah (#2 ~ Beneath the African Sky Pocket Tale)
TWO Henry led the way to the animal hospital. His voice filled with pride as he talked about the facility. "This place is our lifeline in the bush. State-of-the-art, yet blends with nature." “How long has it been here,” Dorothy asked. “I opened it about thirty years ago or so. I can never remember.” He [...]
“I laughed and cried. Such an emotional story!”
After spending six weeks out in the bush in South Africa working at the Freedom to Live Wildlife Sanctuary, Lynette had not only learned how to take care of wild exotic animals—the reason for her trip and to help her with her zoology degree—but she’d also fallen in love. Unfortunately, responsibilities back home in the [...]
Echoes of the Savannah (#1 ~ Beneath the African Sky Pocket Tale)
ONE Unpredictable natures of life. That’s what Henry always called it when baby animals showed up at the reserve, orphaned by one means or another, whether it was because of poachers or the animal was found wandering around alone. “It’s just one of those unpredictable natures of life.” Lynette stood beside the baby elephant, holding [...]
My sister ~ Michelle Renee Horning
I read somewhere that someone was told once: "When a parent dies you lose the past. When a child dies you lose the future. But when a sibling dies you lose the past and future." I didn't know how much those words would ring with so much truth it can shatter your soul. I also [...]
Have you been to South Africa? Or is it on your list of places to visit?
I have to admit that South Africa wasn't really in my top places I wanted to visit. Don't get me wrong, it was on the list, but it wasn't high. Top 10, maybe. After writing One & Only through where my characters go on a 13 day safari, however, I can safely say it's in [...]
Gilmore Girls Project: A Year in the Life ~ Fall
A Year in the Life Episode Three: "Fall" Original Airdate: November 25, 2016 At odds with the most important people in her life, Lorelai seeks wisdom in nature. Rory goes out for a wild night with an unexpected crowd. I think this one is probably my favorite out of all four episodes, and there are [...]
Gilmore Girls Project: A Year in the Life ~ Summer
A Year in the Life Episode Three: "Summer" Original Airdate: November 25, 2016 Rory tries to save the Stars Hollow Gazette from shutting down. Lorelai sits on the advisory committee for Taylor's musical. Rory worries about Emily. Oh super. This is the episode with the Stars Hollow, the Musical. A total waste of 20 minutes [...]
Gilmore Girls Project: A Year in the Life ~ Spring
A Year in the Life Episode Two: "Spring" Original Airdate: November 25, 2016 As Rory's secret London love affair continues, working on her book proposal becomes increasingly difficult. Lorelai and Emily go to therapy together. I do love they gave Kirk a pig. Petals is adorable and the perfect pet for Kirk and LuLu. As [...]
Gilmore Girls Project: A Year in the Life ~ Winter
A Year in the Life Episode One: "Winter" Original Airdate: November 25, 2016 Fresh from a career high, Rory pays a visit to Stars Hollow. Emily copes with Richard’s death. The inn keeps Lorelai busy as she ponders her future. Let me preface these next four posts with the fact that I have a love/hate [...]
Gilmore Girls Project: Season Seven, Bon Voyage
Season Seven Episode One Hundred Fifty-Three: "Bon Voyage" Original Airdate: May 15, 2007 An exciting job offer for Rory and a beneficent gesture from Luke add up to a big surprise party, where every Stars Hollow friend, neighbor, and eccentric exuberantly celebrates the Gilmore Girls Whenever I watch the series I always feel weird at [...]
Gilmore Girls Project: Season Seven, Unto the Breach
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Gilmore Girls Project: Season Seven, Lorelai? Lorelai?
Season Seven Episode One Hundred Fifty-One: "Lorelai? Lorelai?" Original Airdate: May 1, 2007 On karaoke night, a tipsy Lorelai takes the stage to sing . . . and exposes her feelings for Luke. And Logan returns to Stars Hollow with a question for Lorelai. So, I have a love/hate relationship with his episode and it's [...]
Gilmore Girls Project: Season Seven, It’s Just Like Riding a Bike
Season Seven Episode One Hundred Fifty: "It's Just Like Riding a Bike" Original Airdate: April 24, 2007 Lorelai needs help shopping for a new car. Enter Luke. Paris decides that having a boyfriend complicates her grad-school decision. Exit Doyle. Lorelai is finally back at Lukes! After nine or ten months---or as Kirk pointed out since [...]
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