Today it was too hot to function. And yet, despite a considerable amount of time in the afternoon when I … More
Category: Galveston
The Absurdity of It All
In which I complain about the absurdity of a truck bringing frozen shrimp to an Island hitting my 100-year-old tree.
Free Things to Enjoy on Galveston Island
Here are some of my favorite free things to do on Galveston Island.
Galveston Historical Fiction, Ghostly Mansions, and What to Read on the Island
Discover Galveston historical fiction by Maria Elena Sandovici — novels that go beyond the Great Storm of 1900. Plus: what to eat, see, and do on the island.
Ready for the 4th of July
Let it be known that I survived the Great Bunting Shortage of 2026, and although the specific bunting I wanted … More
Go Away, Cutie!
I think there’s a rat in my attic. Maybe. It’s not uncommon with old houses. It’s also really not desirable. … More
A Visit from O’Malley
What I wanted most for my birthday, besides world peace and a new sea turtle hospital, was to finally take … More
Seashore
Today I went to the beach and had myself a nice swim. I also spent some time reading a book … More
Postcards from the Island
Today I finished this Galveston Island watercolor, and I also started something new: I ordered a few postcards (as in … More
Lola Anniversary Walking Tour
This month we celebrate the 3rd anniversary of the publication of Lola Is Never Drinking Again, a Galveston novel set in … More