Silks

I read the new Dick Francis book today.

It's the first time that I have read one of his in which I could not call up my mother to share with her the pleasure, let her know it was coming if I'd gotten it first, etc.

I've noted before that it was she who introduced me to science fiction and fantasy, but mystery, generally, was more her genre as an adult and there, too, she brought me along. Christie, Marsh, Tey, and a hot of others...

Dick Francis was very much a part of that - and a special part, as he was one of her special favorites. So, for example, the chance to get her an autographed Francis was a treat.

So, mom...

until I have written one, I suppose, this one's for you.

Thanks.