I am a creative writer and have recently retired from the financial world to concentrate on the dream of publishing a first novel, which follows a woman’s journey through relationships, domestic abuse inspiration and empowerment. Although a difficult topic to cover the story is heartwarming and inspiring.
I live in New York with my husband, step-daughter and a big fat cat, Freya.
While my grown children live in England. My interests include writing, reading, the metaphysical, traveling, sitting around the fire pit with friends and good wine.
I have a huge bucket list of ‘stuff’ I want to do, the first on it is to publish my books, the first one is called ‘A Broken Ring’ was released in September.
My husband told me that I should write about my life as it may help other people understand what abuse is like… or to let people who may be going through know they are not alone.
To read more see my post: The Confessions of… me
I hope you come and follow me on my crazy journey


Claire, I am in the LinkedIn Group where you posted your cover rough draft. I have some thoughts if you’d like to hear them–and it would be easier to do it on the phone. I am in Central time and in most of today 952-835-4731 if you wish to call.
Than you for stopping by mine I truly grateful for your comments……..:), I will be comming back soon……:)
Zahir..:)
Claire, thank you for reading and liking my blog. congratulations on the courage to write your story, it will assist many woman to validate their own stories and facilitate healing. Blessing to you for a guided journey.
hi Claire
good luck following your dream –
David in Maine USA
Thank you and good luck with your retirement. It sounds like an amazing adventure ; )
i like your creativity…
Thank you for following my blog.
Your welcome, love the poetry and the visuals x
This site is absolutely interesting i’m yearning for is there any other examples? however anyway many thanks very much as a result of I found that i was craving for.
Claire
Thank you for following my blog, I hope you enjoy the work.
You joined on a special day. The traffic from me will not be quite so heavy in the future.
Bryan
Have a happy journey Claire!
Thanks for following my blog! Many blessings as you pursue your dream.
Thank you and I love your blog
Thanks for liking my Art and Music post.
Thank you for visiting my blog… I loved yours, truly captivating
Best,
Hiba
http://www.cloudoflae.com
Thank you, hope you have a wonderful Easter
Thanks for liking my A Foggy Morning post.
You’re welcome, it’s a great post
Hi, I just came across your blog and I’m glad I did. I’m on a writing journey also and I love travelling….and also good wine! Have read through some of your posts, am looking forward to reading more
Thank you, really appreciate it! love good wine too.. hmmm, Merlot
Thanks for liking my Sunset and the Statue of Liberty post.
Thanks for liking my post An American Abroad – On the Road to Bath.
It was a great post, brought back some good memories
Hello Claire, I’ve nominated you for the Beautiful blogger Award. Details can be found here: http://wp.me/p1ZC80-Lr
Love, Steph
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Thanks for liking my post Actors on Stage.
The lighting and the atmosphere was wonderfully reminiscent, thank you for sharing it
Hi Claire,
Thanks for the like. Hope to see you on Facebook. I would love to start a discussion based on a topic from your blog.
Ahaha! How freaky! I was just posting a comment on your posting today!
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Thanks for liking my post Early Morning on a Lake.
Would you send me an e-mail to: tbalsillie@yahoo.com so I have your e-mail address please…I can’t seem to locate it.
Hello Claire
I’ve nominated you for the Sunshine Award. Details are here: http://wp.me/p1ZC80-WO
Love, Steph
Thank you! I really appreciate it
(And it’s so windy here today a little sunshine goes a long way!)
Thanks for liking my 2 previous posts Grand Canyon Sunset and Space Shuttle over NYC.
Thanks for liking my post An American Abroad – The Journey Continues.
Hello my friend,

I like your writing up here. I think if you keep doing what you’re doing now, you will have good future. So keep it up my friend!
I have a joyful ride in your blog, and now I’d like to invite you to visit mine. Thank you and have a wonderful day, my friend!
Subhan Zein
Thank you and you so have such a happy and inspiring blog, love the pantuns
As a writer, I’m always interested in hearing how other writers get through the process. I look forward to following your blog. I also admire the fact that you’re following your dream!
Hello,
I enjoy reading your blog a lot! So I’m so thrilled to nominate you to the Genuine Blogger and the Sunshine Awards!
Kindly follow this link to know more:
http://cloudoflace.com/2012/05/07/the-genuine-blogger-sunshine-awards/
Enjoy!
Hiba
Thanks for liking my post Teenage Angst.
Hi Claire, thanks for the follow and good luck with the novel.
Thank you, love your photos of Norway
Awesome…wish you the best!
Thank you very much, Walter!
the good life
Glad you liked my post An American Abroad – The Journey Continues. Hope you’re keeping dry. I live in Jersey so I know we’ve been rained on a lot lately.
OK, Claire, we’re wearing one anothers’ sites out! (Good thing, mostly). One last Synch thing (must be National Synchronicity Day). I made another “real” connection with a fine blogger, Kerry Dwyer. I’m new to this, so if there is a link thing here I dont know how. She is a Brit teaching in France. Great gal, think y’all would like one another. Just go back to the Super Moon Pics you liked on my blog, she’s the Boots in between you and Cyranette’s likes. Connecting folks is a good thing, mostly.
You are the fire
I’ve nominated you for the Versatile Blogger and Sunshine Award. You can visit my post to see what you need to do to complete the process. Congrats!
Thanks for liking my post Travelin’ in London.
Hi there, I have nominated you for the Inspiring Blog Award.
http://literarytiger.wordpress.com/2012/06/23/a-big-thank-you-awards-galore/.
Hey Claire, The Spineless Wonders (Cyril and Willy from my cartoon strip) have nominated you for an award!
http://spinelesswonders.wordpress.com/2012/07/04/our-very-first-award-thanks-subtle-kate/
The perfect nominee. Claire complete deserves the Daisy award.
Hi Claire, I just wanted to stop by and tell you that I nominated you for the Inspirational Blog award. Please don’t feel obligated to act on it, but please do come and see the photo I made for you.
thanks for stopping by and for following my blog
kapow!! talk about synchronicity! im in the throes of putting together just such a book…havent really done much as yet…but its gonna be along the same lines….not really physical abuse but more mental torture…etc etc.
sounds like a good read….best of luck! by the way, read about your kids living in the uk…well, im stuck in england as well at the moment!
Hey Claire… I just tagged you… if you want to play along, the rules and questions are at the link below…
http://thelastsongiheard.wordpress.com/2012/07/24/tag/
Oh look, you’ve already been tagged.
I can’t help it. I’m tagging you, too. Don’t feel like you have to answer my questions too.
http://literarytiger.wordpress.com/2012/08/04/blog-tag-and-im-it/
I nominated you for the “Illuminating Blogger Award”. You’re awesome…thank you. keep writing!
Claire add the 2012 Blog of the Year Award to your list, I nominated you on my December 7th post dear sister…congratulations and you are so deserving…much love to you and your hubby! God bless!
Hi Claire,
Happy New Year to you. May 2013 bring you more happiness, love, and success. And Thank you for keep following my blog. I hope my posts do not disappoint. Thank you again, many blessings and much love to you.
Subhan Zein
Claire, I don’t see a way to send you a message directly – I hope you find this. I just started as Assistant Editor with a faith-positive publishing company http://www.ggispublishing.com. I’m actively looking for projects, so if you know of anyone who might want to publish with us and have your humble author as a partner in editing and promoting her book, pass my info along, OK?
First, your book is awesome!! Clare, you and I have spoken many times,. Your blog is great, and I look forward to reading it.
Thank you so so much! You have truly made my day!