Order Mary Buxton’s books
Life and love in the rural tidewater area of Virginia is a common thread that runs through nearly all of Mary Wakefield Buxton's books. The push and pull of old and new, North and South, man and woman, life and death, are discovered, illuminated and reflected upon in each of them. Such is the heart and soul of a writer.
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Never Give Up on Your Dreams
Life is full of trouble, challenge and heartache. There is never an end to problems and occasional failure is a necessary component to achievement. But whoever you are, wherever you are, and especially no matter how old you are—never give up on your dreams. Set goals, work hard, and never give up working to achieve your dream-come-true.
10.26.2011
Going to the Dogs!
Well, maybe the lady wasn’t a famous writer, but it’s sure she was a great lover of dogs. And I believe she was absolutely right too, because every time I gaze into my dogs’ eyes, I absolutely see God. Try it, you’ll see.
10.19.2011
Let’s Work! (Conclusion)
“You are 70, my dear,” he said gently, with a kindly tone, as if he were talking to a little old lady suddenly plunked down in his office chair. “I know perfectly well I am 70!” I retorted with just a wee bit of heat. “But I can assure you I still don’t have any plans on passing away any time soon!”
10.12.2011
Let’s Work! (Part 4)
What? What? The alarm clock rang so early! I stared at it with one eye. Was I actually supposed to jump out of bed now and go to work? How could this horrible event have happened to me? Hadn’t I retired 20 years ago? When you retired, weren’t you supposed to stay retired?
10.05.2011
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