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The Northport Village Poetry Path was born as a dream. A dream to bring poetry off the pages of books and out of the confines of reading rooms. A dream to bring poetry into the open air for the entire Village to enjoy.And it was clear this dream was shared.When Northport Arts Coalition put out the call, the Long Island poetry community responded whole-heartedly with fifty-six submissions. Twelve were chosen to be displayed for the path's inaugural year and three were named honorable mentions to be included in this book. The art that accompanies them was created especially for each poem by Long Island artists.Wherever you are when you read these poems, let your imagination take you to the beautiful harborside park where they're displayed. Let yourself savor them as you stroll slowly from one to the next to the next, shaded by centuries old trees and serenaded by seabirds. Let them take you to new places and fill you with new thoughts.

The Walt Whitman Birthplace Association (WWBA) Board of Trustees and I congratulate the student poets in this anthology for their writing excellence! Each student internalized Whitman's poetic sentiments of I am Large...I contain Multitudes and created a unique response shaped in their own free verse poetry. We invite you to step into their world through the vision, words, and images of the 99 honorees of our 37th Annual 2023 Student Poetry Writing Contest.

It's hard to believe that I've written Volume 2 of My Pandemic Paradox, A Memoir, of over 71,000 words. If you had told me when I turned 85 that this was about to happen, I would have responded simply, "Never!" But solitude and idleness can work wonders on one's creative instincts. It's more fun to have a project than a day of watching TV. So, like taking the first step toward any goal is always followed by Step 2, I continued writing even after the publishing of Volume 1 was underway. Volume 2 is now at the publisher's. I'm approaching 92, and thinking about switching to writing fiction.There are 92 blogs, by coincidence the same number as my age, in this book, divided into three sections. The divisions are based on different times in my life. First" UnderPinnings," my youth-related years, then "Livin' the Life", stories about adulthood, and finally, "Aging and Moving Forward." Other than that, there is no particular order. One is free to read any interesting title such as, "THE MYSTERIOUS EFFECTS OF A NEW SHOWER CURTAIN," "THE TYRANNY of PARENTHOOD" or "A LITTLE SCOTCH MAKES MY DAY." I hope my experiences match some of yours and will motivate you to delve into memories, the painful, and the joyous. All to enrich your lives.One of my precious topics is about what happens next, the future.I was born in NYC, went to P.S.187, then Music & Art High School (now part of LaGuardia High School), where I was a music student, Syracuse University, majoring in Economics, and finally Fairleigh Dickinson University for a Master's degree in General and Experimental Psychology.Besides, I became a certified Life Coach, studied dance, played the flute, took acting lessons, volunteered with dementia patients, and took lessons in Chinese cooking, figure skating, and Japanese Flower Arranging. I had two husbands, three children, ten grandchildren, and a growing number of great-grandchildren.

Barbara, an American divorcée, moves to France in 2003 on an adventure of self-discovery. She buys an 18th century farmhouse in need of renovation in a tiny French hamlet. While settling in and visiting the attractions of the area, she meets and mingles with a mix of charming characters in her new community. On the lookout for a man to share her life, she explores the romantic possibilities of her new home. As she says, "I am willing to kiss a lot of frogs to find a prince." In between chipping away at the farmhouse improvements and building a new life for herself, Barbara reviews and reevaluates some of her preconceptions. There are flashbacks to the late '60's when she was a foreign exchange student in Paris and to her work as a tour guide in the late 2000's shepherding groups around the lesser-known and famous sights of France.The book reveals many engaging tidbits about French life and history as it recounts the story of Barbara's self-actualization and her discovery of the ideal mate.

In this complex world of today, with so many "at risk" tweens and teens grappling with issues, problems and crises, can a fresh perspective on their trials and tribulations help to turn them around?Shelves and shelves of books have been written about children who are at risk of violent and criminal behavior, but their authors are writing from their academic perches - rather than addressing real experiences in the streets and in the homes of at-risk families. YOUTH IN JEOPARDY offers a practical alternative. Instead of presenting dry academic studies about the "at risk" population, it draws on the author's 20+ years of experience in violence prevention work in the Bronx and East Harlem. Filled with gut-wrenching anecdotes, it delivers what parents, therapists, and teachers nationwide desperately seek: fresh, practical approaches to violence prevention for rebellious tweens and teens. Why is "Youth in Jeopardy" so necessary at this particular time? The book is designed to address the frustration of Americans who are besieged with daily headlines of yet another deadly act of violence - and who yearn to understand the causes - and especially the remedies - that might bring an end to these senseless tragedies.

A long-ago walk on Lucas Brook remembered . . . a time when life was unambiguous . . . the certainty of youth . . . a path followed . . . discovery . . . the betrayal of false friends . . . a certainty eroded. Sometimes, reaching back far enough to a time of certainty can help you understand who you are in the present, and maybe who you're not. At times I felt as though I was in the mindset of my earlier self and at others like a stranger in a strange land. Was it a dream; a reality; a butterfly or a man? This story is about the end of an era, as viewed through the lives of a few Long Island youths living on a mountain at the end of Vermont"s communal movement. There, they chance upon a historical discovery, find an unknown old-growth forest and encounter the world's largest cannon-so this a historical novel. But these tales are based on memories and are as accurate as four-decade-old memories can be. Remembrances although culled over several years, are rarely stored in volumes; they are just snippets, sometimes triggering new memories. Maybe this is a memoir. Yet as memories fill in, the influence of a muse is not always clear, as descriptive fiction is added linking it all together. I confess a small portion has been influenced by extreme creative license. So, perhaps this is a straight-up fiction. Especially since all of the names have been changed. Besides some fiction will provide cover for those who want it. Either way, enjoy the ride.

They knew they were close to exposing the murderer, but someone was holding all the jokers.In June of 1956, Lily and her sister-in-law Syd are looking forward to another blissful summer with their families at the Bungalow Colony in the Catskill Mountains. But their hopes for a tranquil vacation are shattered when Lily accidentally stumbles on secret information, and a dead body is discovered in an abandoned bathtub. As the body count rises, Lily, Syd, and their Mahjongg partners Ruthie and Mary, uncover a sinister web of blackmail and intrigue with roots in the lingering dark shadows of World War II. Careful not to expose the secret, or further endanger the innocent blackmail victims, the "Mahjongg Ladies" sift through a surprising number of people who could be guilty. All the while they continue doing their daily chores, attending the children's day camp events, creating the Saturday night extravaganzas, and most especially not missing even one of their daily Mahjongg games.Drawing on the ten summers she and her family spent at a bungalow colony in the Catskill Mountains, Ms. Bernfield has crafted a charming memoir/mystery. In 1950s America, Jewish families were still excluded from many summer resorts; to avoid the heat they escaped in droves to a vibrant community in the beautiful Catskill Mountains. In towns like Monticello and Ellenville, alongside flashy hotels like The Concord, Grossinger's, and Kutcher's, dozens of cozy Kuchalayn (Bungalow colonies) had sprung up to welcome them. It is in one of these that the shocking events in Mahjongg and Murder take place.

"About Time: A Coming-of-Age Anthology" showcases poems from over thirty diverse and brilliantly talented writers from all over the world that explore the essence of time and all of its facets. A meshing and a melding of the past, the present, the future, let the words from these poets remind you about growing up and withering away, the natural cycle of life, healing and learning, growing yet regressing, wavering from what was to what is to what might be, and more. Featuring poems by:¿¿¿John AthollVirginia Bach FolgerJessica BarksdaleCynthia BernardB.A. BrittinghamJessaca CasetJoshua ColendaCat DixonCarol EdwardsJeremy GaddChris "The Poetic Genius" GreenBenjamin S. GrossbergMark Andrew HeathcoteErin JamiesonNatalie KimbellPayton KohanD.L. LangBianca LopezNancy LubarskyFhen M.J.S. ManninoBruce McRaeNorman MinnickAbigail OttleyJulia M. PaulFaith PaulsenLois Perch VillemaireThomas Rions-MaehrenStephanie RobertazziBrittany Roston andWilliam RostonAndy StephenJC SulzenkoJelena TutnjevicHenry Vinicio Valerio MadrizBarry VitcovSuellen WedmoreScott WiggermanAndrena Zawinski

The Upstate D.A. sets forth the recollections of the Steuben County Prosecutor about his three years as the county's chief law enforcement officer. They were busy and exciting times, coming at the beginning of the Great Depression and at the end of the Great Experiment - National Prohibition.Among the 400 crimes he prosecuted in those three years were murders, robberies, arsons, assaults, extortions, and many lesser crimes. On the occasion of his death, thirty-five years later, the local paper described George W. Pratt as "a fighting district attorney who took a lead in stamping out crime rather than following after-the-fact. He was the key force in the prosecution or investigation of 11 murders during his tenure as prosecutor. He smashed an arson ring threatening the whole county. * * * Few Steuben County attorneys * * * were as colorful and aggressive as the white-maned lawyer whose vitality added strength to whatever pursuit in which he engaged." His stories accurately reflect the difficult economic times, the division in the country over prohibition, and the inner workings of a small-town law enforcement effort. At the time, an upstate D.A. was a one-man operation. He had no assistants, and personally investigated many of the crimes, and with all that went to trial, he prepared the cases and tried them, usually to a jury. In many of the cases described, the reader gets an inside view of the strategies and maneuvering of opposing counsel, and yes, even of some of the tricks they try to spring on each other.

How does one get over the shattering pain of a broken heart?The death of a relationship through any means causes such pain and we will do anything to get over it. The question is, how?This book was inspired, not just by my work as a clinical psychologist dealing with clients who have suffered terrible heartbreaks, but by my own personal experiences and those of friends.I am a clinical psychologist who has been in private practice for over thirty years. I am blind, having lost my sight slowly throughout the years and have worked extensively with clients who are disabled, chronically or terminally ill as well as persons who have suffered trauma, loss and profound heartbreak.I believe my own blindness as well as my clinical work with those in unusual life situations adds a unique twist to my book since I have developed a strong understanding and empathy for others suffering such profound heartbreak.

Have you ever traveled life's treadmill of disasters: hit valleys such as parental split and career aspirations? Then, did serious diseases such as insulin-dependent diabetes and heart disease become your everyday partner? Ascending mountains, the author has achieved academic and artistic accomplishments, developed lasting friendships, and found love.Award-winning writer/poet/actress and vocalist Merilee Kaufman has ascended to the top, sharing a marriage of 50 years and coping with her husband's Parkinson's Disease.Share the strength of this creative woman, and let her heart-warming account inspire your life.

Welcome to "God's Love." This book has been a labor of love between a mother-a retired public school educator and principal-and daughter-also an educator. Both women taught curricula from various Catholic education institutions from kindergarten through eighth grade. Their collaboration provides an outline for teaching young children about Bible stories. The enjoyment, ease, and excitement of learning about God doesn't require special certification-just a love of reading and learning. Easily reproducible drawings provide symbolic representations of the biblical highlights. These simple drawings enhance a child's recall. Visual associations provide an easy reference for children's retention of the stories and self-recitation.Simplified information regarding daily biblical life, foods, toys, and responsibilities/chores is also included. The book is Intentionally succinct, easy to follow, with limited page size for easy transport, child friendly size and type. References to culture, languages and musical instruments are included to inspire further study and interest at the time of Jesus' life on earth.These simple reproducible drawings work well with religious instruction students. They can recall whole bible stories from just a glimpse of the symbol/picture associated with them. We hope that "God's Love" inspires both children and teachers to learn together about God and our relationship with God's world and with one another.

Peter and Hayley are two young adults who're set to age out of Long Island's foster care system together. It's an exciting time for the two, and life should be fun without rules and the watchful eye of a foster parent. However, with the news of their foster mother's terminal illness, Peter has decided to adopt Danny, a thirteen-year-old boy also in her care. Now, Peter's life isn't the same.The three must continue to live together in a new apartment. Peter hopes he has created the perfect family, despite their differences. He soon learns what a tremendous burden he's taken on at the young age of twenty-one. Being the sole breadwinner and a new parent means giving up the opportunity to live a carefree life with Hayley. As she continues to struggle with addiction, Hayley competes with Danny for Peter's attention and affection. When that seems to fail, she turns to her new boyfriend and opioid dealer, Tristian, to fill that void.Peter and Tristian clash immediately. With the prospect of his plans for a perfect family falling apart, Peter begins to hallucinate and flashback to a past he fled on a Scottish Island many years ago.

Journey to a universe of superheroes-and even a few supervillains. The eighteen international contributors to this anthology offer their creative visions in an unprecedented variety of genres. Their concepts of known and unknown superheroes are presented as fiction, nonfiction, poetry, illustration, and photography, thus displaying a unique view of the vast breadth of characters we know from graphic novels, magazines, books, videos, movies, and TV.Featuring the writings of: Ava BrunjesLinda Trott DickmanEric, EsquivelAlex GrehySuzanne KamataFloren KubatMolly LikovichHenry Vinicio Valerio MadrizSteven MichaelsDavion MooreRoxana NegutRobert PrimaveraWilliam John RostronJanet RuthBea SageCarmen White

Embark on a literary journey through the enchanting streets of Rome and beyond, as you savor the magic, mystery, and romance that Italy so graciously offers. This captivating anthology, a harmonious symphony of short stories and poems, is a collaborative masterpiece crafted by a diverse group of writers who share their intimate encounters with the Eternal City and other charming spots in Italy.Each page resonates with the pulsating heartbeat of Rome, capturing the essence of its ancient wonders, hidden alleyways, and vibrant characters. These stories, many drawn from real-life experiences, paint vivid pictures of the Colosseum bathed in golden twilight, the Trevi Fountain sparkling under the moonlight, and the aroma of freshly brewed espresso lingering in the air.Dive into the labyrinthine narratives that unfold within the shadow of the Vatican, where secrets are whispered in the corridors of power. Join the spirited adventures of lovers strolling hand in hand through the cobblestone streets of Trastevere, and lose yourself in the captivating tales of locals whose lives are interwoven with the city's rich tapestry.Beyond the borders of Rome, this anthology invites you to explore the sun-soaked landscapes of Tuscany, the serene waters of the Amalfi Coast, and the timeless allure of Venice. Each tale and poem is a unique thread in the intricate tapestry of Italy, weaving together personal experiences, cultural insights, and the universal emotions that connect us all."Whispers of Rome" is a celebration of the diverse voices that make up the kaleidoscope of human experiences, offering readers an intimate glimpse into the heart and soul of Italy. Whether you are a seasoned traveler, a dreamer yearning to explore, or simply an admirer of exquisite prose and poetry, this anthology will transport you to the captivating landscapes and spirited atmospheres that define the beauty of Italy. So, open the pages and let the whispers of Rome enchant your imagination.

"Proud to Be-A Pride Poetry Collection" celebrates poetry written by and for LGBTQIA+ writers in a triumph of identity and love. Bringing together and uplifting the voices of poets from across the globe, this anthology is a symbol of a community that is united by the wonderful things that make them unique and their honoring of their truest selves.Featuring the works of the following writers:Chris BilesMariel CarikerAmb. Maid CorbicLinda M. CrateAllison FradkinBJ LouisCelia McClure-SikkemaBob McNeilMarch PennAlice RoseMykyta RyzhykhAbdulrazaq SalihuGregg ShapiroScott Wiggerman

"An Empty Stage-A Collection of Monologues" is a celebration of the solo performance that covers a wide range of short works for the theater. Whether you are an experienced reader of the form or simply dipping your toes into the uncharted territory of spoken word, this anthology serves as both a solid introduction and a source for one to return to time and time again.Featuring the works of the following writers:Paula Gail BensonMark BlickleyNancy Brewka-ClarkShelbi CornelisonLee Harrison DanielGavin DueringAnita HaasChristina HoagSage HollowayKerri HoffmanShevaun Cavanaugh KastlDavid LangeAlaina MessineoAmanda MontoniWilliam John RostronRebekah SoumakisHayley St. JamesAnnabel Webster

"'Tis the Seasons-Poems for your Holiday Spirit" brings together poems by over thirty unique writers that celebrate the many facets of the holiday season.From the stuffing on Thanksgiving to the Christmas Carols we hold near and dear to our hearts, this collection is sure to put you in the mindset to give thanks, bake some cookies, light a fire in the hearth, and curl up with the words of our brilliantly talented and always moving authors.

Relationships present themselves to us in many forms. While some are as short-lived as a glance across a crowded bar, others prove to be as epic as the quest for true love's kiss so often celebrated in the movies.In this Valentine's Day inspired edition of The Red Penguin Collection, read the stories of a dozen writers who have explored love stories of all kinds-from the gooey and romantic to the most unexpected one can find in the genre. For the reader with "A Heart Full of Love" in their chest and a glass of red in their hand.

The Old Testament, or Hebrew Scriptures, has been a source of spiritual inspiration for hundreds of millions of believers throughout the ages. Center stage in the Old Testament is a body of literature by and about the prophets-messengers of God who tried to keep God's people on the right path. You know their names-Elijah, Isaiah, Jeremiah, Daniel, Ezekiel-or do you? Are you acquainted with Deborah, Huldah, Miriam and Noadiah? For far too long, the women prophets have never been accorded the respect and attention they deserve, but they delivered God's messages with the same passion, commitment and urgency as the men. This book is written to acknowledge and celebrate them-and put the women-the prophetesses-on the pedestal they deserve to occupy.

A post-apocalyptic thriller, Dead Souls Awakening, answers a crucial question for many believers: Where was the Messiah during the three days when his body lay in a tomb before the Resurrection? Summoned back to earth by humans, the Messiah stands before the Last Judgment, where He is the accused-not outside the gates of Jerusalem but in a courtroom in Las Vegas, Nevada.The novel features dynamic characters, fast-paced action, and contemporary relevance. The current pandemic and the major socio-political changes in the US since 2019 are all interwoven.Author Alexander Suslov has lived in Europe and the United States, including Las Vegas, where much of his latest book takes place. A graduate of Georgetown University, he currently lives in the south of France, where he is working on the second installment of DEAD SOULS AWAKENING. He also draws from his childhood experience in the then-Soviet Union. He notes: "Growing up on the 'wrong' side of the Iron Curtain, I personally witnessed life in an authoritarian state where basic human rights were suppressed in the name of state security." Like dystopian classics 1984 and A Clockwork Orange, this is a warning about how quickly history can repeat itself anywhere in the world at any time.

This is not your average romance anthology.And it's about to get sexy.Are you ready for what's between these covers?Featuring stories from the following writers:Ash OrlandoBruce PrattChris AllenDiane KaneJim TrittenMahendra WaghelaMartha PattersonMaureen CookeNichole BlakeO'labumi BrowneRizwan AsadSandi HooverShari HeldSuzanne Baginski

"The Dating Game-Modern Romance Short Stories" brings the romance to today with an assortment of short stories inspired by the 21st century's dating trials and tribulations. Join our wonderful writers as we swipe right on paper after page of passionate adventures and mishaps.featuring the works of the following authors:Leigh AlderStella AlmazanSkye BallantyneNatalie CarrollShari HeldDavid LangeMatt. J. McGeeArik MitraTim O'NealJosh PooleLuisa Kay ReyesTravis Wellman

This book is the first installment of the "Vanished! Mystery Series", featuring American couple, Barbara and Sam, in their French village. A mysterious, nail-studded African statuette disappears from a local art exhibition at the same time that a young Senegalese migrant sets out on his hazardous journey to Europe through Al Qaeda infested Mali and Niger. Can Barbara and Sam help him to gain legal residency in France and also aid the beleaguered Ogoni tribe to benefit from a rich oil deposit discovered on their territory in the Niger River Delta?Based on factual events and historical data, "Vanished! A Valuable African Statue Stolen in Southwest France" takes the reader on a hair-raising odyssey from West Africa to Europe AND a delightful holiday in France. These two very different trajectories are connected by a N'Kisi Kongo figure endowed with magical powers of divination by its people.Along the way, the author touches with insight and feeling on hot button issues such as illegal migration, terrorist activity and corruption in present day West Africa.

Domination ... revenge ... sacrifice ... how far would YOU go?Duncan Pryde faces the most dangerous challenge of his career - battling a mysterious entity who controls a covert cartel intent on dominating the galaxy. This enemy has no regard for life, and will go to any length to get revenge on Pryde for involving himself in their affairs.Aided by Agent Sanchez, the two of them soon realize that to defeat this enemy someone will have to make the ultimate sacrifice, and that today may be a good day to die.

While flying, amateur hang-glider pilot, Pamela Lansford Mitchell (Lanny), an environmental attorney from Albuquerque, New Mexico, sees what she thinks is a dead body-and the man who may be the murderer. Endangering her life, he sees her as well. Can Lanny and her friend, Homicide Detective Scott Preston (Prez), find the man before he finds her? The only witness to the crime is a dog who needs protection. As life gets more involved, so does Lanny and Prez's complex relationship. Love and death ties these threads together.

Duncan Pryde of the Ministry of Intelligence is called back into work to investigate a theft from a bio-engineering facility. No one knows what was stolen as no one was left alive.When they learn that a dangerous virus known as Omega Five was stolen that knowledge sends a ripple of fear throughout the entire Coalition Of Planets, not just because it is the most dangerous bio-weapon ever devised but all samples of it were supposed to have been destroyed and a ban on its manufacture was in place.Enter Marcus Raine, the brains behind the theft, a racist bigot who has seen asylum seekers placed on his world after their own planet was destroyed in a cataclysmic event which destabilized the entire solar system of which it was a part of. His anger at their placement which in his opinion places the ecology of his home at risk was nothing more than his racism taking over his life. Deciding to rid his world of these interlopers and ultimately those who make decisions of this nature, he begins a Raine of terror that if not stopped would threaten not just his homeworld but the safety of the entire galaxy.In an adventure that spans several planets, which has more twists and turns to make anyone dizzy, Duncan Pryde has to race against the clock to prevent a disaster of epic proportions. With action and thrills, daring escapes and gun battles enough to satisfy the most ardent action fan Raine of Terror is the second thrilling installment in the Duncan Pryde series of sci-fi, spy-fi action-adventure series from Jan Domagala.

I received a lot of advice on what to do and how to do it after I lost my 20-year old son, Aaron, to a fatal car accident on Memorial Day in 2010. See a counselor, sign up for a grief group, go here, go there, do this, do that. But I was completely lost and the only thing I knew for sure was that I didn't want to follow any of those suggestions. I was too exhausted because losing my only child was utterly debilitating on every level.One person, however, said something that resonated, "Listen, Mary; work if you want to. Don't work if you don't want to. Just do what you feel like doing for as long as you need to do it." That felt like a license to do exactly what I needed to do and was immensely liberating to me.So I picked up an empty journal and began writing. And I did this because the day of Aaron's funeral, the most amazing things began happening. I knew I had to write them down because otherwise I would risk forgetting them, or worse, I might later tell myself I imagined what was happening. Thirteen years later, I'm still experiencing my son communicating with me in the most creative and mind-bending ways. And others who have left our time have also nudged me and others from across the veil. Defying what we've all been taught about the finality of death and what we consider to be the very black-and-white laws of science, I have discovered that our loved ones can and do reach out to us to let us know they're alive and well and to make sure we know they still care about us.

Most readers of the Bible associate the prophets, as messengers of God, with the Old Testament. God sent them to encourage the Israelites to follow His commandments-or reprimand them when they didn't. And some of them made predictions about the future-that God would send a Savior-the Messiah-to save humanity from its sinfulness and usher in the Kingdom of God.But what about the New Testament? Yes, we know so much about the Twelve Apostles and their central place in the ministry of Jesus, but were there prophets in the New Testament as well? Turns out that there were quite a few, and the roles they played may have been much more multifaceted than serving only as messengers. Are you familiar with Anna and Agabus? How about Silas, Manaen and Lucius? The list goes on and on-and these prophets (and the roles they played) may be one of the best kept secrets in the New Testament! So take a look at what these unsung hand-picked servants of the Lord have to offer!

Mac's perfect world falls apart when Angie breaks their engagement in a crowded restaurant and runs, leaving him sputtering over his plate of linguini. But an enchanted antique fountain pen possessed by a 100-year-old ghost becomes Mac's ally by magically writing love letters to help him win back Angie's heart. A ghost with a hidden agenda.To make matters worse, Angie's Italian grandfather is kicked out of his retirement home and moves in with her family. The pasta really hits the fan when Gramps hatches a scheme to reunite the couple enlisting Angie's sister, Marie, and a neighbor's ornery pet, Tiny-a small dog with a big attitude-that Gramps bribes into submission with enough pepperoni to give The Pope agida.Just as the letters begin to work their magic, Angie's childhood nemesis, Bianca Lombardi, pounces on their break-up as her opportunity for revenge, and makes a move on Mac. And Gramp's plan would've worked if Angie didn't see Bianca with her arms wrapped around Mac like a starving anaconda.Now it's up to Marie, Gramps and Tiny to clean up the mess he's made while Mac and the meddling ghost write love letters to Angie.