Author Archives: robinofrockridge

About robinofrockridge

I write books for kids.

An Elf’s Day Off (a work in progress)

Posted on June 11, 2020 by robinofrockridge

Originally posted on M.L. Millard Books and Writing:
AN ELF’S DAY OFF Chapter One Letters When you think of elves in the North Pole,  you probably think of toymaking. The truth is that elves do many jobs in the…

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Shelter in Place Standup

Posted on May 19, 2020 by robinofrockridge

Originally posted on wereyoualwaysthisfunny:
Do you like my mullet? I have a secret about my mullet. I started cutting my hair myself seven months before the shelter in place. Everyone’s posting pictures of their terrible quarantine haircuts and I’m posting…

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Shelter in Place Week 9: Worry, Debates, and Tai Chi Muscle

Posted on May 17, 2020 by robinofrockridge

Originally posted on M.L. Millard Books and Writing:
I have remembered what it felt like when I was a teen lying on my stomach. The other day it felt like there was something under my quads—a wadded up blanket…

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So You Married an External Processor

Posted on May 4, 2020 by robinofrockridge

Originally posted on M.L. Millard Books and Writing:
I am not a psychologist. I’m merely an internal processor married to an external processor. But I think I might have some insight that can help you with your marriage if…

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Shelter in Place, Week 3

Posted on April 9, 2020 by robinofrockridge

Originally posted on M.L. Millard Books and Writing:
Depression. I have struggled with it for a long time, and I’m kind of surprised it’s not worse than it is now. I have done what I can. Daily walks, zoom…

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On The Trails Again

Posted on February 8, 2020 by robinofrockridge

Our group, the Redwood Empire Trail Riders, likes to hit the trails together, or on our own. Here are photos from some of our rides. One of our favorite annual rides is to climb Pine Mtn up to the Bob … Continue reading →

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Anything Goes Frittata

Posted on January 27, 2020 by robinofrockridge

I first tasted frittata on a trail ride with the Redwood Empire Trail riders. My friend, Mary Ottoboni, made a simple frittata that was especially inspiring to me before we hit the trail that morning. Yum! I’ve been experimenting with … Continue reading →

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Tech vs. Horse Play

Posted on January 13, 2020 by robinofrockridge

Arrrgh! It’s necessary for tech updates around here. But I’d much rather be out playing with the horses and dog. The horses look quite fit on their winter pasture near the coast. Here’s Gracie and her buddy Mustang Argo out … Continue reading →

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Trail Ride Fun

Posted on January 8, 2020 by robinofrockridge

Mickey, a Kiger Mustang, checks out his selfie image with Aaron. An all around good sport, Mickey is sensible boy on our trail rides. He’s settled in well from his prior wild horse status in the Oregon hills. Here’s Greg … Continue reading →

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Broccoli Cheese Soup, Mmm, Mmm

Posted on January 3, 2020 by robinofrockridge

Broccoli Cheese Soup pictured here with added chopped ham. Yum!
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