Stopped at a Botanico on Fifth Avenue in Brooklyn, filled with spirits, potions, candles, Santeria to help with life’s challenges. Bout two candles from John, “Chango Macho: Espiritu de la Buena Suerte,”  “Spirits of Good Luck.” John said the candles were good for writers and artists. He knew I was a writer the second I walked in the door, and we talked a little about publishing, e-books, reviews and good luck.

With publishing in transition, John said, the orange candles would work. I got two. One is right next to my keyboard, and I will light it on the New Year. Positive thinking is one thing, but a little boost an never hurt. I will go see John whenever I am in Brooklyn. He promised to go on my website and check it out.