Backstory

    Hi!      

     I began Sadie's Gathering for a few reasons.  

     First, I wanted to get back into the habit of writing everyday.  

     Once upon a time I graduated from college with a degree in  journalism, and a dream of being a famous copywriter.   I imagined after a few years of copywriting, I'd write an Oscar winning screenplay, and then finish my career, with a Great American Novel.  

     Then, while enjoying a lofty "retirement" of gallivanting around the globe with my family, I would manage to pen a few children's classics, and possibly a memoir.  Depending on how juicy a life, I would lead up to that point.  

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      Well, as the saying goes, "Life is what happens when you're making other plans."  Long story short;  I never worked in advertising; I worked in restaurants.  I have a wonderful family; have traveled quite a bit; and I write as often as I can, and do a little drawing as well. 

     So, we shall see what's the next step, in my journey.  

     With Sadie's Gathering, I try to create a site, for many people, from many walks of life, to come and see.... what's up. 

     Reminiscent of a time, when we had time to sit down and chat... with those we care about and enjoyed shooting the breeze with.  Maybe with coffee, lemonade, or maybe even, with a couple of adult beverages.  So pull up a chair, and come sit for a spell😉

     I'm a sap; I weep at corny commercials, kid's shows, and the like.  I tend to think, thus talk and write about a lot of  very different things; usually in the same time frame.  Some may think it's lack of focus.  I think it's because I am interested in a lot of things, and like to share.  

     So, keep up Buttercup. 

     While originally, I did not envision Sadie's Gathering to be overly political or religious, now you know,  I'm a strong Feminist, Democrat and yes, a Christian.  I am "liberal" on most issues, although I make "conservative" choices for myself, usually.  I find that I don't define "liberal" and "conservative" the way some do.  

     Let me note here, that all the photos that you see on Sadie's Gathering are mine unless otherwise noted.  I probably will add a page with more of my photos in the near future.   If you are interested in purchasing a copy of one, or wish to use an image for any reason, please contact me at sadiesgathering@gmail.com.  or susielared@aol.com

     Please stop by often, as I post my opinion on many topics.  If there is not a new post, you can check out other areas such as "RECIPES", "GOOD READS" "WORDS OF WISDOM" and "PET PEEVES".  Occasionally I add to those.

     Update: As of right now, October 2024, I'm still working on a novel, a cookbook, and developing story lines for a few other works.  Please know, The Sadie Project, continues, I would love to hear from YOU.  Please email me at sadiesgathering@gmail, with THE SADIE PROJECT, in the subject line. 

     And as ever, I will post on Sadie's as the mood strikes.  So be sure to stop by for a visit.  Greatly appreciate contributing; even a few $!
     Hope you enjoy your time at Sadie's Gathering.  Thank you for stopping by.

Susan Jaye
Founder & Creator of Sadie's Gathering