I explained the meaning of Kintsugi in my last post. As you can tell by my cover art, it may apply to the government. No spoiler alert, but gold can go two ways. Gold can represent the highest standards of performance; a golden standard, OR, Gold can represent Greed with a capital G. Please cast […]
In an earlier post, I mentioned that Book 8 of the Souls On Board series will be coming out in February. Originally, the working title was Mask of Lies, but that’s been changed. It will now be titled “Capitol Gold.” Soon I will post two options for cover art for that book and would be […]
Published as Book 6, Destination Unknown should have been published as Book 5, since it initiates Casey Click’s promotion to special assignments: Assigned to celebrity charter flights, Casey Click receives specific training that includes her closest friends, Bonnie, Bertie and Kit. Because of the matter of confidentiality, they are sworn to secrecy. Her friends are […]
Newspaper reporter: I understand you are strongly opposed to hypnosis. Kit: Not for everyone. Just for myself and anyone else who is highly suggestible. Newspaper reporter: What do you mean? Kit: It’s my belief that you should always have yourself under control. The same would apply to the use of alcohol, or, heaven forbid, drugs. […]
The word hypnosis comes from the Greek word “hupnos” meaning sleep and “osis” meaning state. Though hypnosis for most is a safe and relaxing form of therapy, to some it can have a dangerous impact of creating false memories. Memory itself is naturally plastic and can be molded, sometimes into false memories. In a deep […]
In aviation, an IROP is similar to being groundstopped, meaning flights are cancelled or delayed due to weather, mechanical failure or crew logistics. Casey Click learns an IROP can be caused by local anomalies like moose obstructing runways or a cat escaping from its carrier on board the aircraft and dashing beneath the pilot’s pedals […]
In writing the Souls On Board series, I interviewed local authorities for additional information. Although it is highly irregular that the Agency would work with civilians in this manner today, it was once standard procedure that law enforcement and civilians worked together to fight crime and the potential danger to others. The following interview with […]
I saw this image on the Internet and thought it perfectly captured the horror of human trafficking through air transportation. I’d love to give credit to the artist who created it. Following is a letter I received from the founder of She Is Safe (SIS) A colleague of mine met Susan Egner in her role […]
The airline surprised Casey when they scheduled her for training on human trafficking. After the training, she was staggered by how little she and her friends knew about the subject. Learn more before reading Flight Into Oblivion. The following definition of Human Trafficking comes from the Department of Homeland Security website. What Is Human Trafficking? […]
3 lbs lean stew meat, coated with flour, salt and pepper 6 potatoes, cubed 6 carrots, scraped and cubed Celery, if desired, cut in thick slices 2 small onions, whole Apple cider to cover (Indian Summer apple cider best) Brown meat in salad oil. Combine all ingredients; cover with cider. Simmer 3 hours on the […]