Category Archives: Personal

Author Unwind and Wind Up

Posted on September 12, 2013 by Kourtney

Author Unwinding I’ve been working 7 days a week since well probably February. I’m now cutting back to 6.5 days a week. Sundays will be my half day. I need to take some time for me. To unwind. LOL. I … Continue reading →

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Killer Nashville Part 3: Post Conference Activities

Posted on September 9, 2013 by Kourtney

  After the book signing, a hotel banquet worker helped me transport my books to my room. He went above and beyond his job description and is one of the many reasons I loved The Hutton Hotel. Rae Ann and … Continue reading →

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Life Lessons from Emerson

Posted on August 22, 2013 by Kourtney

Since I’m on my way to Killer Nashville (where I’ll be signing books and participating on panels from August 22-26), Emerson graciously agreed to impart some of his dog wisdom today. Life Lessons from Emerson 1) If someone is ignoring you, … Continue reading →

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Skinny Dennis & The Hugh Bob and The Hustle Outing

Posted on August 19, 2013 by Kourtney

  Our journey into the city for Hugh Bob began in Stamford. Which is one of the most confusing train station I’ve been in in the U.S. Never ever going there again confusing. Did I mention that I printed the … Continue reading →

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Celebrating the 4th in Enfield?

Posted on July 4, 2013 by Kourtney

Happy July 4th! May your day be better than a bowl full of cherries! If you are in the Enfield, CT area on July 6th, please join me at the Enfield 4th of July Celebration. I’ll be in the local … Continue reading →

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A Little Grandma H for The Long Weekend

Posted on May 27, 2013 by Kourtney

This is Grandma H’s favorite spot in Wolcott. She told me “It’s the best view in the world.” “What about Empire State Building–looking out on all of New York?” She shakes her head. “Best view in the world.” ***** Grandma … Continue reading →

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My Friend’s One Act Play: The Commitment Cure

Posted on February 25, 2013 by Kourtney

Sometimes your friends do something so kick ass and so fearless you have to brag about it… This is one of those times. One of my oldest and dearest friends, Anthony Dvarskas, has a one act play, The Commitment Cure, … Continue reading →

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Beauty of A Woman BlogFest: Lessons from Grandma H

Posted on February 21, 2013 by Kourtney

This week there will be a Thursday post instead of a Friday post because I am participating in August McLaughlin’s amazing Beauty of a Woman BlogFest tour. Today, I’d like to share some life lessons from a woman who inspires me, … Continue reading →

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My Life In Books

Posted on January 28, 2013 by Kourtney

Jenna Bennett’s blog post on her life in books made me want to join in. It’s fun to answer these questions based on titles you read in 2012 and try not to repeat any titles. Describe yourself: Fortune’s Hero (Jenna … Continue reading →

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Holiday Moments With Grandma H

Posted on January 21, 2013 by Kourtney

Journey back with me to Christmas Day. A day of Grandma H moments… Grandma H and I sit side by side eating ham at dinner. It was a buffet-style dinner so everyone had to grab their own utensils. She has … Continue reading →

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