This event will be rescheduled. Look for a new date in the coming months. Peace.

It’s Spring, which means that Marietta returns in flip flops to North Carolina’s lovely Crystal Coast. She will speak at St. Francis by the Sea about saying goodbye to her childhood home—her approach and the ultimate triumph of joy and gratitude. Did paying laser-like attention matter? Why did she rely on times of solitude and silence? How could periods of stillness support her while packing and lifting? Where did everything go as she emptied a house beloved by four generations? What gave each object at 1203 such power as she decided its fate? Slide into your favorite sandy footwear and join her for a talk and discussion followed by a potluck picnic supper. Your assignment: Bring an object that is dear to you to share its story at the dinner table. Marietta will arrive at 4:45 with treasures from her childhood home and signed copies of Leaving 1203 for purchase and personalizing. After a very social half hour starting at 5:00, her talk begins at 5:30 with supper immediately following. Welcome one and all—to make reservations, please email or call St. Francis: stfrancisbts@gmail.com or 252-240-2388. Feel free to contribute picnic food or drink that always tickles your fancy. How much fun can you stand!