Annette Williams McCann

This morning as I ate my avocado toast, I wondered if there was any folklore around the avocado. After reading a few versions online of a very interesting story, I’ve decided to retell my version of it to you here. yum First there are some things you should know. What is a tapir? Tapirs are large mammals that look like wild hogs with anteater snouts. In reality, tapirs are neither, and they are most closely related to horses and rhinos. The word “tapir” comes from an indigeno

It’s been a while since I’ve posted, and I wanted to offer a treat to my readers in the hopes of make up for my absence. Lately, it’s been a challenge for me to create the time I want to work on my music or writing. So, as a tool to move myself in the right direction, I have started editing old short stories. Here is one from the archives. I will also be sharing this on my other blog “Harmony of a Creative Life.” So, if you are interested in wellness and inspiring moments, I

Today is “tell a story” day! Now this is one I can get in to. Since I’m sitting for a while on my own for about fifteen minutes at physical therapy, let’s see if I can tell you a story using the things around me. Here we go! … Margie couldn’t believe that bratty kid next door finally got one up on her. The ball in her yard had been there for three days, and she refused to return it. It was his ball, he needed to come get it from her yard if he wanted it back. Yet there it sta

Before Christmas last year, a lovely lady on social media asked publicly for recommendations of a children’s book to buy for her nieces. At first, I hesitated, not wanting to sound like a braggart but quickly tossed off that feeling. I should be proud! I wrote a wonderful story! So I responded, telling her of my book and offered to write a letter to her nieces if she chose to buy my book as a fun bonus for them. I loved writing little letters and sending coloring sheets. Neve

Many of you know that my passions consist of a variety of things but mainly music, holistic wellness, and my interests as an author. With January 18th being A.A. Milne’s birthday, I am amusing myself by finding quotes that you might think were of the wellness realm if you didn’t know they were from the mind that brought Winnie the Pooh to life. Here are some of my favorites. Illustrated by E. H. Shepard “Weeds are flowers too, once you get to know them.” We must be careful n

Today is April 21, also known as National Tea Day! I love me some tea. Most people know that tomorrow is Earth Day. Actually, it is the 50th anniversary of the first Earth Day! It is also a New Moon which is an excellent time for us to begin new, good habits for ourselves. Guess what, it doesn’t end there. April 23 is National Picnic Day! So, here is the best way to celebrate this week. Pick the day of the week with the sunniest weather, pack your picnic basket, and head out

I wanted to share a moment with you that I had when I finished writing my book Song of a Wingfin. I’m only recently an author. My main form of being creative is as a songwriter/musician. Song of a Wingfin available now on Kindle My band dissolved in November of 2019. I felt it best to just focus on my book and set music aside for a while. I honestly wondered how long that would last but in truth, my desire to write songs had dulled in the wake of the break-up. I was bummed an

In case you haven’t heard, I’m releasing my first book on March 17! I’ve always loved folklore and reimagining of those old tales. Song of a Wingfin does just that, as well as introduce you to characters you may not have met before. If you’d like to Pre-Order, click the cover. Inspiration can come in many forms, especially images and artwork! Throughout the process of writing Song of a Wingfin, I have been inspired by many such images and collected a few of them here. Enjoy b

Today began on the wrong foot. I did not want to get out of bed. I think stress has been getting to me. One moment I’ll be fine and the next I feel extremely overwhelmed. I was supposed to have a doctors appointment this morning but forgot what I needed for the doctors appointment and had to reschedule. Then, I realized work won’t be expecting me back for a while. So, I stopped by a coffee shop for a latte. Bonus: I had a gift card. Then, I didn’t drink it. Not right away. My

How I Came Across this Book Like most of you bibliophiles, my favorite part of visiting a town is finding the used book store. My honey and I recently took a trip to a small town in the Pocono Mountains and the one place I had visited many times was the book store right on the main drag.  However, I was not expecting to find a new used book store later that evening further from all the hustle and bustle of tourists. I let myself be overwhelmed by the mounds of books on the du

It turns out that children’s books are written by some, not only creative, but pretty wise people. I have gathered some of my favorite quotes from a few authors. 1. Mark Twain “Kindness is the language which the deaf can hear and the blind can see.” Huckleberry Finn by Donald McKay & Portrait of Mark Twain by Ignace Spiridon 2. J.K. Rowling “It is impossible to live without failing at something, unless you live so cautiously that you might as well not have lived at all – in w

Storytelling is a part of human nature. Long before there was even a written word, there were stories; passed down orally for generations. When I was young, I’d take a story any way I could get it. Tell me a story, read me a story, sing me a story, or imagine me a story! Here are just a few benefits that come when adults read stories to children. With stories come adventures! Reading books can shape our view of the world especially as children. Learn about far away places or

Never underestimate the power of children’s books. Here are five of my favorite quotes to help you get through your day. Illustrator E.H. Shepard “What day is it?”, asked Winnie the Pooh “It’s today,” squeaked Piglet “My favorite day,” said Pooh” ~”Winnie-the-Pooh” by A.A. Milne Illustrator Jules Feiffer “You must never feel badly about making mistakes … as long as you take the trouble to learn from them. For you often learn more by being wrong for the right reasons than you