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Saturday, July 4, 2026
Tuesday, June 9, 2026
May 28, 2026
WRITE ON HOOSIERS
May 28, 2026
The meeting was called to order at 6:00 pm
MEMBERS’ PRESENT:
Beverly
Biehr, Amy Brailey, Bernadette Fortuna, Ruthann Graczyk, Chris Hasara, Shirley
Hinman, Cindy Horgash, Karen Lauper, Sharon Palmeri, Trent Pendley, Diane
Stratton, Shirley Vaughn, Andrew Cummins, and students: Kaelyn Springer, Kaeya
Nelson, Jonathan Moore, Zoey Mitchell
OLD BUSINESS:
The
minutes of May 14, 2026, were read and approved by Shirley Hinman, and Cindy
Horgash seconded.
Amy Brailey (Pres.)
reminded members of the Creative Arts Summit on May 30, 2026, from 12:00-4:00. When
asked how many were attending, (5) members raised their hands. Members were
told they were responsible for selling their own books.
Sharon Palmeri (Exec. Dir.) asked members to start submitting their stories to
writeonhoosiers@yahoo.com for entry into the WOH members’ upcoming
book. Submission deadline is July 30, 2026.
NEW BUSINESS:
Chris Hasara announced he will be participating in the Regional Idol
competition on Wed, June 3rd, at the Bulldog Park Pavilion at 6:00
pm.
LITERARY NEWS:
Amy Brailey
(Pres.) announced her latest book, “I Teach for Free Entertainment,” is
out and available on Amazon. She is still waiting for copies to sell. Amy also
stated her student’s book, “Stories in Bloom,” is also available for
sale.
Chris Hasara has
two poems, “A Man of My Age” and “Eulogy,” published in the anthology
called Lost Child.
READINGS:
CHRIS HASARA read his poem, “Retire,” about the hopes of a man
planning not to have to work. His second poem, “Round,” is about the
last day of school bleeding into summer and summer’s end. His third poem, “A
Man of my Age,” deals with the world, getting old, death, and dying while
struggling with Arrested Development.
SHIRLEY VAUGHN read a description of three of her published novels that she
plans to display with books during the upcoming Creative Arts Summit. She also read
from her first published book, “The Path of Their Existence.” It’s about
an advanced planet being threatened by a young man who plays with the military
computer system. This causes the threat of nuclear war.
BERNADETTE FORTUNA read her short story “I Should Have Listened” based on a true
experience, juggling tasks to dissolve her sister’s estate between Northwest
Indiana and Indianapolis, which didn’t coordinate too well. Thinking there was
time for an important FedEx delivery to arrive turned into a flat tire
adventure and a lesson in listening to the inner voice
KAELYN SPRINGER read her poems titled “Contrast Poems.”
TRENT D. PENDLEY read Chapter Four, Part Two of his historical fiction, “Lewry
Lurie,” and of a painting of Karen Lewry that is now in the POCO Museum in
Valparaiso, IN.
“Baja Blast (Limerick)” was written and read by KAEYA NELSON.
“Don’t Hang Up,” read by SHARON PALMERI, is Part II of 4 of her short
story about Maria, an interior decorator whose husband was in the Army. Maria checked to see who the woman called. Shortly after that, something disastrous
happened…to be continued....
SHIRLEY HINMAN read her poem “Full Blast,” about a summer of calm and
peace disrupted by loud music and noise pollution from a neighbor. This poem
reveals that frustration.
JONATHAN MOORE read his poem “He Who is My Hero.”
KAREN LAUPER read her nonfiction short story, “A Mother’s Day Surprise.” A
past garage sale customer brought me a potted Jack-in-the-Pulpit plant due to a
conversation we had one year earlier. I had told him that I had never seen a
Jack-in-the-Pulpit. He remembered and brought one to me, and it happened to be
Mother’s Day, a happy surprise.
ZOEY MITCHELL read her poem, “Summer.”
The
meeting was adjourned at 8:15 pm.
Respectfully Submitted:
CINDY HORGASH
Tuesday, May 26, 2026
May 14, 2026
WRITE ON HOOSIERS
May 14, 2026
The meeting was called to order at 6:06 pm
MEMBERS’ PRESENT:
Amy
Brailey, Sharon Buckman, Bernadette Fortuna, Katherine Flotz, Gail Galvan, Ruthann
Graczyk, Shirley Hinman, Cindy Horgash, Lisa Keene, Al Koch, Karen Lauper, Tom
Molnar, Bob Neuman, Judy Neuman, Sharon Palmeri, Trent Pendley, Diane Stratton,
Jon Terpstra, Andrew Cummins
OLD BUSINESS:
The
minutes of April 23, 2026, were read and approved by Trent Pendley, and Al Koch
seconded.
Bob and Judy Neumann attended the meeting briefly to update members on their recent
health challenges and to thank everyone for their cards and prayers.
Amy Brailey (Pres.)
reminded members participating in the Creative Arts Summit on May 30, 2026,
from 12:00-4:00 to please arrive no earlier than an hour before the event starts
for set-up. Members are responsible for bringing their books to promote and
sell.
NEW BUSINESS:
Amy Brailey (Pres.)
stated her students will attend the next WOH meeting on May 28th.
Her students will read their pieces if time is available after the members
read.
Lisa Keene secured
the small-group instruction room at Crown Point High School for WOH meetings on
6/11, 6/25, 8/13, 9/10, 9/24, and 11/12. Lisa will provide a map at the next
meeting showing the school’s main entrance, along with a new schedule for
members to follow.
Cindy Horgash (Sec.) stated she will contact the First United Methodist
Church to cancel the June-November dates she booked for the club before the
venue change to a larger space.
Sharon Palmeri (Exec. Dir.) and Gail Galvan supplied written instructions
for submitting short stories, poems, and book excerpts for the new Write on
Hoosiers book. Instructions for KDP Press were discussed, including spacing,
font, word count, and content suitability. Submission deadline is July
30, 2026. Sharon asked for a show of hands on how many were planning to
submit 3-4 pieces for the book. As many as (14) members present raised their
hands, and (5) were unsure at this time.
Sharon
advised members they will need to discuss and vote on the book's title, and
asked Amy Brailey (Pres.) to provide a photo for the cover. Amy stated
she has not worked with KDP Press but would research it when time allowed.
LITERARY NEWS:
None
READINGS:
SHIRLEY HINMAN read her poems “The Pond” and “Lonely, but Not Alone.”
Many times, real beauty and purpose in life are fashioned in trials and in the
simple lessons of nature.
JON TERPSTRA read part 1 of his fictional story, “Riverbillies,” about
a group of middle-aged guys who think it's a good idea to open a floating club
on the river. Hijinks ensue.
SHARON BUCKMAN continued to read from her book, “Canopy of Leaves.” This
chapter of the book tells of a fourteen-year-old girl’s abduction and terrible
experience of being raped by a backwoodsman on her second day of captivity.
TRENT D. PENDLEY read the opening lines of Chapter Four in his historical fiction,
“Lewry Lurie.” On Tuesday, June 28, 2011, the day begins with the
Franklin brothers at Brighton House, and younger brother Brad finds Nathan
reviewing an album containing photographs of their massive art collection with
biographies of each artist, and their provinces. Nathan irritates his brother by
suggesting they purchase the Pyramid building in Michigan City. Brad tries to
curb Nathan’s spending, reminding him of the recent Michigan City graduate
they’ve begun to sponsor and a sculpture created in his likeness to promote a
modeling career.
TOM MOLNAR
read Chapter One of his book, “Dark Age Maiden.” Lady Carina is the
favored daughter of the lord of the manor. She boldly refuses to marry the man
he chose for her. Now, her father’s fortress is under attack, and she escapes
before dawn to reach the mysterious count he told her about. Before long, she
finds herself caught up in the great Saracen attack on France as well as a very
personal assault on her heart.
As
the great Islamic army advances from Spain deep into Europe, Carina experiences
the power of love, though she doesn’t truly believe in love. But time is
running out for her and for her country. The much-feared Saracen army may soon
be standing at the gate. Can Europe survive the assault, and what of Carina? Is
she prepared to surrender her heart?
KAREN LAUPER read from her nonfiction book, “Can You Push Me to Heaven?”
During another hospitalization at Children’s Memorial Hospital in Chicago,
Timmy’s great-grandmother dies unexpectedly. A double medical crisis for the
family to deal with. Timmy had a special relationship with his
great-grandmother.
“Don’t Hang Up,” read by SHARON PALMERI, is part 1 of 4 of her short story
about Maria, an interior decorator whose husband was in the Army. Upon meeting
a prospective client at a restaurant, the client seemed desperate to use
Maria’s phone. After using it, she returned in tears, telling Maria that she
was very, very sorry…to be continued.
AL KOCH read
his piece titled “Benchmarks,” about signs along life’s journey.
RUTHANN GRACZYK read her short story “Teamwork,” about two strangers
coming together one evening to rescue a pair of baby raccoons from the roadway.
CINDY HORGASH read her non-fiction story “Cinderella at Starbucks,”
about her first experience in a coffeehouse, where she unwittingly gave her
name as Cinderella for the order.
LISA KEENE read
an excerpt from Chapter 13 of her book “Yerd.” Yearbook Adviser Ms.
Lilly Goulde has a transformative day with her staff in Sedona.
The
meeting was adjourned at 8:30 pm.
Respectfully Submitted:
CINDY HORGASH
Thursday, May 7, 2026
April 23, 2026
WRITE ON HOOSIERS
April 23, 2026
The meeting was called to order at 6:10 pm
MEMBERS’ PRESENT:
Amy
Brailey, Sharon Buckman, Gail Galvan, Chris Hasara, Shirley Hinman, Cindy
Horgash, Karen Lauper, Sharon Palmeri, Trent Pendley, Diane Stratton, Shirley
Vaughn, Andrew Cummins
OLD BUSINESS:
April
9, 2026, minutes were not available on-line to be approved.
NEW BUSINESS:
Diane Stratton (V. Pres.) read letter from the Lake County Library regarding
submission of books, crafts, photos, etc. to be dropped off at Merrillville
Library for the display case for upcoming Creative Arts Summit. Shirley Vaughn
made a WOH sign for the display. Books can also be donated for attendee raffle prizes.
Trent Pendley suggested that members pass out their reading material at the
beginning of meetings to save time. Members agreed this was a great idea.
LITERARY NEWS:
Amy Brailey (Pres.)
announced that she had students enter the Young Author’s Conference. One of her
students won the 1st Place award for their writing entry. Amy’s
students will be attending the WOH meeting on May 28th.
Beverly Biehr notified Diane Stratton that she received an e-mail from Eerdmans
Publishing that her book proposal had been received and guaranteed her that
each proposal is read and considered.
READINGS:
CHRIS HASARA read the last chapter of his short story, “Charlie.” After
Charlie is rescued, he comes to terms with a new direction for his life.
GAIL GALVAN read
a few pages from her children’s book, “New Jack Rabbit City.” Gail has
just about completed the audio version.
SHARON PALMERI read her inspirational poem, “Ebony (in memory of John
Milton).” After reading about the 1651 author’s blindness and personal
losses, she was inspired to write this poem.
KAREN LAUPER read from her nonfiction book, “Can You Push Me to Heaven?”
Even though Timmy is making progress, he still has serious medical crises that
put him back in the hospital. Happy pictures were shared during cheerful time
where Timmy displays this signature smile.
ANDREW CUMMINS read the summary of his first and second book, “God First/The
Glory of the Lord,” detailing the importance of putting God first in our
lives.
“Canopy of Leaves” was read by SHARON BUCKMAN about a tragedy concerning
a 14-year-old girl who ends up losing her parents on a fishing trip when a
severe storm turns a beautiful day into a nightmare. A heavy oak tree falls on
the boat crushing her parents and she is later found by a back woodsman who
decides to keep her.
TRENT D. PENDLEY continued reading from Chapter Three of “Lewry Lurie” that
takes place on June 11, 2011. The Franklin brothers and five other guests
making a table at the Duneland Beach Inn in Michiana Shores, discussing more of
the art treasures amongst the former collections of the Chauncey J. Blair
family. Including works by Nadelman, Giuseppe de Nittis, Claude Hassan,
Chavannes and Rodin in their 1897 home on Drexel Ave. Nathan wonders if there
was a connection with his ancestor John Warne Gates whose 1897 mansion was on
South Michigan Ave.
AMY BRAILEY read
Chapter 2 titled, “Destiny: Unknown.” Armon starts questioning his
guardians about his parents.
SHIRLEY HINMAN read her poem “The Unruly Stray.” The cat’s name is
Ornery, a roaming unruly stray who is welcomed to Shirley’s back porch. Parts
of the story is based on true events.
The
meeting was adjourned at 8:19 pm.
Respectfully Submitted:
CINDY HORGASH
Wednesday, April 22, 2026
April 9
WRITE ON HOOSIERS
April 9, 2026
The meeting was called to order at 6:05 pm
MEMBERS’ PRESENT:
Beverly
Biehr, Amy Brailey, Sharon Buckman, Katherine Flotz, Ruthann Graczyk, Shirley Hinman, Cindy Horgash, Lisa Keene, Al
Koch, Karen Lauper, Tom Molnar, Trent Pendley, Diane Stratton, Shirley Vaughn,
Andrew Cummins
OLD BUSINESS:
Minutes
were read by Al Koch and seconded by Shirley Vaughn.
Amy Brailey (Pres.)
discussed the print options of Draft to Digital vs. KD Print for the WOH member
collaboration of stories for a book.
Cindy Horgash (Sec.) voiced some of the concerns about moving some of our
meetings to the First Methodist Church due to the size of our member roster. The
church room has one large conference table that seats up to 12 but additional
chairs can be provided throughout the room. Trent Pendley suggested we use a lectern
for people to read from if needed. Lisa Keene will check the availability of
Crown Point High School’s Community room. Cindy asked that confirmation be
given soon so she cancel the room at the church.
NEW BUSINESS:
Amy Brailey (Pres.)
announced that WOH was accepted for the Lake County Arts Summit on May 30th
from 12:00-4:00 pm.
LITERARY NEWS:
None
READINGS:
BEVERLY BIEHR read her book proposal submission to Wm. B. Eerdmans Publishing
for her “Happy Retirement Years: Inspiration from Bible Seniors.”
RUTHANN GRACZYK read her short story fiction titled “One Night…” A
suspenseful tale of an unexplained incident that occurred while dog sitting at
her son’s home.
ANDREW CUMMINS read the summary of his first and second book, “God First/The
Glory of the Lord,” detailing the importance of putting God first in our
lives.
KAREN LAUPER shared a short fiction she would title “Lost Piece/Found
Piece” or “The Missing Piece” about the love of jigsaw puzzles and a
missing piece, that turns up many years later under unusual circumstances.
“Canopy of Leaves” was read by SHARON BUCKMAN about a tragedy concerning
a 14-year-old girl who ends up losing her parents on a fishing trip and is
kidnapped by a local hunter.
TRENT D. PENDLEY continued reading from his historical fiction “Lewry Lurie”
that takes place on June 11, 2011. Nathan and Brad Franklin have passed by
their gentrification of Blair Park on Michigan City’s west side and continue
traveling along Dunes’ Highway on their way to the Michigan State line.
Once
at the restaurant, the Franklin brothers are surprised to meet a contemporary
of the Blair family that made their mark in Indiana and then moved to Chicago.
Even though much of the history had been washed from Michigan City, their
banking wealth puts them far above any of the Hoosiers they left behind. They
had Rodin sculptures in their Drexel Avenue mansion, now in the National
Gallery of Art and several paintings by Giuseppe de Nittis. Images of his work
are available at https://phillipscollection.or/.../2022-11-12-de-nittis
LISA KEENE read
an excerpt from chapter 20, Death by Agave from her book “Yerd: A
Yearbook Nerd’s Epic Quest for Spiritual and Grammatical Enlightenment.” Olivia
Stuart discovered that the anklet her grandmother gave her was the key to an
ancient treasure buried under a pyramid-shaped red-rock mountain in Sedona that
was built into a luxury resort and convention center by a media mogul. After
confronting the villain who lured her there, she makes the same choice as her
grandmother did 50 years earlier.
TOM MOLNAR read
an excerpt from part 2 of his published novel, “Mist on the Moon.”
“If You Had to Choose” is an inspirational piece by AL KOCH. The mind cannot
select the most meaningful days of one’s life. That ability is not its job description.
If one wants to identify the most meaningful days of life, one must ask their
heart.
DIANE STRATTON read a short story titled “A True Story That Inspires Faith,”
about an incident that occurred to her and some friends and the impression it
left on them.
The
meeting adjourned at 8:20 pm.
Respectfully Submitted:
CINDY HORGASH
Wednesday, April 8, 2026
March 26, 2026
WRITE ON HOOSIERS
March 26, 2026
The meeting was called to order at 6:00 pm
MEMBERS’ PRESENT:
Amy
Brailey, Sharon Buckman, Bernadette Fortuna, Gail Galvan, Ruthann Graczyk, Chris
Hasara, Shirley Hinman, Cindy Horgash, Trent Pendley, Diane Stratton, Jon
Terpstra
OLD BUSINESS:
March
12, 2026, WOH minutes had not been posted online for approval.
Amy Brailey (Pres.)
discussed a WOH member collaboration of stories for a book. She detailed the digital
work, proofing, editing, and photo cover choice to publish a book by November
2026. Members had a hand vote to move forward to publish. The deadline for submitting
stories is September.
NEW BUSINESS:
Cindy Horgash (Sec.) advised WOH members that Bulldog Park has asked us to
move (6) meeting dates to a new night, due to the booking of concerts at the venue.
Cindy can book a room at her church, First United Methodist in Crown Point, for
the Thursday nights in question at no cost. Members took a hand vote to move
the dates of June 11th & 25th, August 13th,
September 10th & 24th, and November 12th
to the church.
LITERARY NEWS:
Chris Hasara has been invited again to the Basile Theatre-IN Historical
Society on April 12, 2026, to read his poem while it is interpreted in dance.
READINGS:
“The Trees That Will Not Bend” and “Tornado” were poems read by SHIRLEY HINMAN.
SHARON BUCKMAN read her non-fictional slice of life story titled, “Joys of
Writing.”
JON TERPSTRA read part 2 of his short story, “The Grove,” about the
happenings at the Grove and what happened to it.
TRENT D. PENDLEY continued reading from his historical fiction “Lewry Lurie.”
The Franklin brothers are with two guests en route to the Duneland Beach Inn
for dinner and are giving them a tour of their gentrification project, the
Blair Park neighborhood in Michigan City. They describe a new residential
complex tabled because of rumors of the commuter railroad’s imminent plans to
double its tracks down the center of Tenth Street.
CHRIS HASARA read part 3 of his short story about his main character, “Charlie,”
who continues to struggle in the corn.
GAIL GALVAN shared
a phone recording of the song, Rappin’ Rabbits (A Change of Hearts) from
her new children’s book, “Jack Rabbit City,” about talking rabbits that
grow 6-feet tall due to magic water.
RUTHANN GRACZYK read book 5 of her series titled “New Day.” This is the
continuing saga of the Slade family, which surrounds the life of son, Keith,
the third child of Christine and Mark Slade, who met in Liverpool, England, in
the mid-1960’s. Following the continuation of Chapter 1, where Keith and his
former daughter-in-law, Kristi, explore their feelings for each other and
become intimately involved.
The
meeting adjourned at 8:19 pm.
Respectfully Submitted:
CINDY HORGASH
Tuesday, March 31, 2026
March 12, 2026
WRITE ON HOOSIERS
March 12, 2026
The meeting was called to order at 6:00 pm
MEMBERS’ PRESENT:
Amy
Brailey, Katherine Flotz, Gail Galvan, Ruthann Graczyk, Chris Hasara, Shirley
Hinman, Cindy Horgash, Al Koch, Karen Lauper, Bob Neuman, Judy Neuman, Trent
Pendley, Diane Stratton, Shirley Vaughan, Andrew Cummings (Guest)
OLD BUSINESS:
Karen Lauper
approved the WOH minutes for February 26, 2026, and Trent Pendley
seconded.
Amy Brailey (Pres.)
thanked members who attended author Maurice Broaddus's presentation at the Lake
Station-New Chicago Library this afternoon.
For more information, members can check out his website at MauriceBroaddus.com.
NEW BUSINESS:
Andrew Cummings (guest) introduced himself to the members, and everyone
shared their writing genres and experiences.
LITERARY NEWS:
Cindy Horgash announced that she will be holding a book signing for the
latest Chicken Soup for the Soul’s “Being Grandma” book at Barnes &
Noble on April 26, 2026, from 1:00-3:00 pm at the Schererville location.
READINGS:
“Murphy O’Shay is Out of Luck” is a retold children’s story written by CINDY
HORGASH about an Irishman who travels to the edge of the world to see if
the wise woman will give him some luck.
TRENT D. PENDLEY continued reading from chapter three of his second novel, “Lewry
Lurie” as Nathan and Brad Franklin give a tour through their Blair Park
urban renewal project in Michigan City, a gentrification project during the
2011 economic crash that is a fundraising effort for the Shirley Heinze Land
Trust, giving employment to their Lewry cousins who own a construction firm. The tour details some of the original
residents of the late 19th century.
AL KOCH shared
a piece titled “Parting Words.” Forever true: Parting is such sweet
sorrow from William Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet. Act 2, Scene 2:
Words of endearment, appreciation, and gratitude are conveyed with heartfelt
meaning.
GAIL GALVAN read
her poem “American Dream Keepers,” honoring our nation’s upcoming 250th
birthday.
KAREN LAUPER read the chapter Becoming a Toddler from her book “Can
You Push Me to Heaven?” As Timmy becomes a toddler, he begins going through
developmental milestones like a superstar. He has been making slow but solid
gains with his weight, now 15 pounds at 3 ½ years old. His younger brother has
been a positive model in helping him make progress.
CHRIS HASARA read his short story about his main character, Charlie,
who gets stuck while loading a truck and gets a surprising visitor.
JUDY NEUMAN read
her testimony titled, “No ‘Testimony’ without a 'Test!’” Based
on her year-long journey through cancer with God’s help.
RUTHANN GRACZYK read book 5 of her series titled “New Day.” This is the
continuing saga of the Slade family, which surrounds the life of son, Keith,
the third child of Christine and Mark Slade, who met in Liverpool, England, in
the mid-1960’s. This is the continuation of Keith's reunion with his estranged
daughter-in-law and former employee and bandmate, Kristi, who was married to
his son, Scott, until he lost his battle with Leukemia four years earlier and
missed the birth of his child, Scott Jr.
The
meeting adjourned at 8:20 pm.
Respectfully Submitted:
CINDY HORGASH
Tuesday, March 10, 2026
February 26, 2026
WRITE ON HOOSIERS
February 26, 2026
The meeting was called to order at 6:10 pm
MEMBERS’ PRESENT:
Amy
Brailey, Gail Galvan, Ruthann Graczyk, Chris Hasara, Shirley Hinman, Cindy
Horgash, Lisa Keenem, Al Koch, Karen Lauper, Bob Neuman, Judy Neuman, Sharon
Palmeri, Trent Pendley, Diane Stratton, Jon Terpstra
OLD BUSINESS:
Al
Koch approved the WOH minutes for February 12, 2026, and Trent Pendley seconded.
Amy Brailey (Pres.)
shared information about the author Maurice Broaddus's presentation at the Lake
Station-New Chicago Library on March 12, 2026, at 1:00 pm. She asked members to
consider going as representatives of WOH.
NEW BUSINESS:
Amy Brailey (Pres.)
completed the registration for Write On Hoosiers to attend the Lake County
Public Library’s Creative Arts Summit on May 30th from 1:00-4:00 pm.
The library will notify her if we have been accepted.
Sharon Palmeri (Exec. Director) wants to begin a selection process for a new WOH member collaboration book. More information and guidelines will be shared soon at a future meeting.
LITERARY NEWS:
None
READINGS:
“Gambling Goodies” is a non-fiction, humorous reflection by DIANE STRATTON that
compares trying to get bargains while grocery shopping to gambling at a casino.
CHRIS HASARA read his short story about his main character, Charlie, who changes
plans after encountering an uncommon mouse.
SHIRLEY HINMAN read her poem “What is Love?”
TRENT D. PENDLEY continued reading from Chapter Three of “Lewry Lurie” as
Nathan and Brad Franklin give a personal tour of their restoration of Blair
Park, aka the West Side of Michigan City. They are telling their guests the
history of the commercial buildings along Willard Avenue and possible plans to rent
to law students the tiny housing, keeping control of who lives there and
circumventing Fair Housing Laws.
JON TERPSTRA read part one of his short story, “The Grove,” which is
the history of a local gathering place for Riverton’s high school kids.
LISA KEENE
read an excerpt from the Final Reflection Chapter 23 of her book, “Yerd:
A Yearbook Nerd’s Epic Quest for Spiritual and Grammatical Enlightenment.”
SHARON PALMERI read a feature story she wrote years ago for her college newspaper entitled “Making the Grade.”The article stressed that while transcripts and grades are important, but there is more to life and success than being book smart. Confidence and pride in oneself are just as important in being successful.
AL KOCH shared
a piece titled “Forgiveness.” Is Forgiveness a sign of weakness or a
sign of strength? When presented as a gift, forgiveness becomes the ultimate
act of love ever rendered: ”Father, forgive them for they know not what they
do.”
GAIL GALVAN read
three poems titled Creative Comparisons, Songbird, and A
Million Songs from her book “Affinity for Rainbows.”
KAREN LAUPER read the chapter More Challenges from her book “Can
You Push Me to Heaven?” At 3 ½ years old, Timmy now weighs 15 pounds after
being home from the hospital for 1 ½ years. He is making slow but steady
progress, even though there are more challenges ahead.
“Questions” is
a short piece of BOB NEUMAN’s series of random Bobfoolery
questions he recently pondered.
The
meeting adjourned at 8:25 pm.
Respectfully Submitted:
CINDY HORGASH







