A Day in the Life ~ Ellie Stone by James W. Ziskin

September 1963 Buongiorno from the paese del sole! I wake at 5:43 sharp, thanks to Ermenegildo, the rooster crowing outside my window. Without a sniper’s rifle handy, I resort to tossing a few coins at him to discourage him instead, but to no avail. Reluctantly, I...

Get To Know ~ Ellie Stone by James Ziskin

Sometimes the best way to know a person is by asking questions, where you can learn more about what makes them tick. Let’s meet Ellie. * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *    What is your name? – – Eleonora “Ellie” Stone How old are you? –...

A Day in the Life of Ellie Stone by James Ziskin

New Holland, New York Monday, April 3, 1961 My day begins over a hard roll and coffee with my best friend in the world, Ron “Fadge” Fiorello, the proprietor of the soda shop across the street from my apartment. He’s usually late opening up the store,...