As most of you know, my father-in-law was fighting cancer. This past Thursday, that fight came to an end. He fought a great fight. He is sorely missed by all who knew him.
I repost this photo to of happier days and all that he gave my wife, my brother-in-law and me…
Originally from Levittown NY, I currently reside somewhere along the coast in California with my wife/co-author Helen.
A lot of my creativity was born from my lifelong love of science fiction and horror. As a child I grew up on the original Dark Shadows, The Twilight Zone, The Outer Limits, Doctor Who (which I still follow) and Anime.
A few of my favorite authors are HP Lovecraft, Jane Austen, Robert Asprin, Jodi Lynn Nye, Stephen King, Richard Matheson, Isaac Asimov, Ray Bradbury, Edgar Allan Poe, and so many more.
However, I do not spend all our time sitting behind a desk writing. I like to get out and try new things. We also like to explore new places, sometimes with family or friends. I've gotten plenty of ideas thanks to these adventures. I like to draw from personal experience because I feel it lends a bit of authenticity to a story and its characters. Which is probably why Helen and I still love to attend conventions which involve sci-fi, fantasy, anime, comics, you name it. Yes, we are Geeks and proud of it.
This scene takes up exactly where my last entry leaves off. It also brings us full-circle to the prologue that i posted a few weeks back. Let me know if you all want some more of my mystery/horror/sci-fi novel “The Bridge” or a sample of one of the sequels to it. Again I apologize for…
PLEASE HELP SPREAD THE WORD… There is only until midnight tonight (July 7th, Pacific Standard Time) to get my debut paranormal/mystery “THE BRIDGE” on Kindle at the special price of only .99 cents. If you or someone you know likes ghosts, horror, psychics and the feel of the Twilight Zone, this is the one you…
   Yesterday I finished the 1st draft of my second novel “The Ship”.  The word count came in at 139, 345.  A bit high I admit, but a damn sight better than what my first novel “The Bridge” came in at.  That sucker wound up in 195,000 words.  Man did that puppy need some…
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Recently I’ve been struggling to try and get Helen’s short story collection up onto Smashwords, with less than sterling results. Now, in case anyone out there isn’t familiar with Smashwords, they use an entirely different format style than say Amazon’s KDP. By the same token, they also have a wide distribution that includes Barnes and…
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May the lord bless you, and keep his arms of Comfort around you all. One day at a time my friend.
Thank you.
Sorry for you loss. Thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Thanks.
I am so sorry for your loss. I can see from that picture how well you all got along. Those good memories are what you want to hang on to. They will help you through your grief.
Thanks Yvonne.
Allan, I am deeply saddened by your loss and that of your entire family. My condolences. What a lovely photo.
Thank you Kathryn.
I am so sorry. Wishing peace to you and your family. You’re fortunate to have known him and to have had him in your life. hugs.
Thank you Juliette, your thoughts are appreciated.
So sorry for your loss. May the good Lord bless you, and your love ones. Praying for you. Keep those happy memories alive. You shouldwrite about his legacy, and what he meant to you. Who knows, it could be what a hurting person might need to read. Blessings.
Thank you.
My condolences to you, your wife, and the entire family. My heart truly goes out to you.
Thank you Joe.
It’s always a tough moment when someone dies. Sending positive thoughts and best wishes from here in San Diego.
Thank you very much Russel, it’s appreciated.
Hi Allan,
My condolences to you and your family and brother-in-law. It is at times like these that we are made aware of how precious to gift of life is.
Take care.
Ciao,
Patti
Indeed, thanks Patti.
What a Beautiful Photo Allan, I also wanted to give you a *Little Ray Of Sunshine* as I know your a guy, and most likely not into awards, but oh well…..your get over it…LOL…LOL…I have Nominated for *THE BEST MOMENT AWARD* because each time I visit your blog I always have a MOMENT!
Your blog will be listed on My Blog-Roll for a long while, so others can come to know you and your Talent as a writer and author. Now….if you chose to pass on the love to YOUR blogs you Enjoy, All the Details are on my Blog Post called, “My Fabulous Blog Awards” scroll to the last one, and you’ll see your blog on my List! No pressure to share it, it takes time……But you are Very Deserving of this Award! *CONGRATS* Hugs & Prayers your way… Author, Catherine Lyon 🙂 🙂
Thanks so much Catherine, I accept this honor and will be passing the love on as you mentioned. I’ll be taking care of this shortly. Thanks again.
I’m sorry to hear that Allan! I’m sending my thoughts and prayers for you and your family.
Thank you Raani, I’ve really appreciated all the sympathy and words of kindness from everyone. It’s helped a lot.
So sorry about his passing; you never know if this is a blessing in disguise, but it is always painful for the rest of the family. I am sure his memory will live on in your heart for all of your days.
That it will. Thank you for the reassuring words.