The Words Keep Coming!

The two beautiful Sarah's at the front desk  with me in the middle!

I just love the staff at the Ocean Club.  They are making my stay feel just like home. I have extended my time here because I am so productive with the ocean in front of me and the kindness around me.  The energy here is so positive; it's a mecca for creativity.



Cape May in Photos

These are some of the beautiful images that inspire me daily with my writing.  The beach is laden with tumbled stones of every color and I spend my "off" time collecting them as I walk the beach.  The houses and umbrellas are colorful elements in an otherwise "nature" colored beach.  It's a joy to behold.

There Is Always A Breeze

My lovely friends who work the Tiki Bar at the Ocean Club in Cape May
Chandler, Amin, Me and Anna

Once I leave my cabana after a morning of writing, I go to the Tiki Bar where the ocean view and salty breezes are just not to be believed.  The landscape in the distance is dotted with orange and white umbrellas and sand dunes.  Music is blaring and since I am used to working in  cafes with lots of noise, this is a perfect environment to get more work done. There is such a wonderful staff at the Ocean Club. They have made me feel so welcomed.  I will be back next year to write the sequel!

As it Storms.....

About to have a thunderstorm

We are about to have a lively thunderstorm here is Cape May.  Everyone was kicked off the beach and is surrounding the poolside Tiki Bar where I sit and write.  The rain is coming and the beautiful breeze is shifting. It was horribly hot so I am glad for the beauty of the rain. 

I am tearing apart Syd Fields book about Screenwriting and loving every moment of it when I am not actually putting words to paper.  This is such a productive time....cannot wait to share more.

More Cape May

I am writing so much while I am here in Cape May.  It is the perfect place to be creative.  There is a beautiful mix of history and nature that is awe inspiring and it is just lovely.

Picture postcard Cape May

The night before last I had a lovely "tasting" at the Sea Salt Restaurant at the Ocean Club in Cape May, NJ.  This was the very gracious gift of the General Manager and Chef Lou.  Every dish was perfectly executed...some with the simplicity of yesteryear and others with a more complex blend of flavors that burst in your mouth. One of my favorites was a smoked trout and roasted beet concoction that was amazing! Either way, Chef Lou has a gift.  His menu is eclectic and exciting to contemplate, so that by the time you receive the food, you are salivating. His staff is exceptionally knowledgeable on every single item on the menu.  They are excited and proud to serve you.  The chocolate trio at the end of the meal was heavenly.

As my tasting progressed, the Chef came out to speak with me to ask me about portion size and taste. They chose wine parings taking into consideration my likes and dislikes. Such personal attention was so unexpected and delightfully appreciated. Thank you for a lovely evening.

Another Perfect Day

Beautiful Cape May Beach

It's absolutely beautiful down here today!  Sailboats, speed boats, umbrellas and parasailers dot the landscape.  People are loving the beach weather today and I spent the wee morning hours collecting the most beautiful stones you could imagine. The stones are going in my real bird's nest in my study, a tribute to the spirit who resides in that room!

What a Difference a Day Makes

Having summered at the New Jersey shore, I welcome this beautiful change of weather with the blustery winds and the salty air.  It is a lovely atmosphere to work because the horrible heat has disappeared. The morning was filled with social media, stretching and a confused protagonist who is searching for herself....like the rest of us in this world!

Blustery winds, rough water and a salty sea breeze!

This is One Crazy (In a good way) Universe

Just as I totally changed gears for a minute, and began work on another project, all things are pointing me back to the previous one.  Life is like that.  There are so many diversions and  paths that we could take....my thought is keep your eye on the ball and stay the course.  Put things in order for the next path/project so that you are ready to go in a heartbeat....when the tide...ultimately changes for the millionth time!



No one believes this is NJ

Writing From the Ocean Club Hotel - Cape May, NJ

From my walk this morning!

I am staying at the beautiful, newly renovated Ocean Club Hotel in Cape May.  I have been here 2 days and I cannot say enough wonderful things about my experience.  The staff is polite and engaging and the service impeccable. I am here to work and they respect my writing time when I am hidden in my beautiful cabana over-looking the ocean. Truly, I never have to leave for I can have excellent quality food by the pool or in the amazing Sea Salt restaurant, where the chef turns every dish into a little miracle for the palate.

Adventures in Cape May

The beauty of nature is everywhere!

Today is an extra hot day and unfortunately I did not calculate the weather into my work time. I am outside my room in a cabana working and actually had to stop because my computer keys were too hot to touch. The little girl from the next room saw me working out with my weights and physio ball, and asked me if I wanted to play with her....so I did.  We have been swimming in the pool together all day because you cannot survive the heat otherwise.  Her name is Anna and her mom gave me permission to use her name.  She is sweet and playful and boogies to the latin music blasting at the bar by the pool. What a delight!

I am ballroom dancing again!  Last night was my first day back in over a year and a half.  There is a dance pro in Cape May who coaches and someone referred me to him  It was so much fun being back around something I love.  I expect it to keep the creative juices flowing why I am writing!

A Real Room With a View!



My lovely work space for the next 3 wks.

This is my incredible work space for the next three weeks.  The view from here is the ocean.  The sound is tranquil and calming and the scent is sweet and feels sticky from the salt. For me it is the perfect locale to write my newest project. 

I will update with beautiful pics of my journey here.



One More Day....



Early a.m. Cape May

I will experience this peaceful beach in just a day.  This beautiful landscape will be my inspiration as I follow some "new characters" around! I cannot wait to get started. 

Sailing Away

The marina in Cape May

I never appreciated the lovely charm of this sleepy.....(not really but it sounds good!) seaside town because I summered further north. What everyone else has known forever, I am just discovering.  I cannot wait to get there and explore. I will be working, but inspiration comes from all our senses and they will be in high gear during my time at the beach.  I am expecting a very productive few weeks!

Another View of Heaven

I am so crazy excited about my stay in Cape May.  Generating ideas for a new book is always my favorite time in a project....naming the characters and creating a storyline is so exciting. Hope everyone is having a delightful summer and maybe...just maybe.... I'll see you in the sunshine.



Beautiful Cape May Awaits!

Oasis By The Sea

Cape May at sunset

This is my oasis by the sea....a place to commune with nature....to smell the sticky salt air and feel inspiration by the beach.  For me, and for many writers....water does it.  I prefer salt water because I summered at the New Jersey Shore.  While I will enjoy the scents and scenes around me, I am there to complete a novel.  Rising before dawn, exercise begins my day followed by a healthy fruit smoothy. Hours of writing follow in a beautiful cabana by the sea. I feel so blessed to be surrounded by such beauty and inspired by nature to write a story with a Native American twist. Two weeks ago as I was planning this getaway, a real eagle feather fell from the sky and onto my feet.  I am hoping that means Grandmother earth approves of the project!.