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Saying Goodbye

In: Family on: November 17, 2022

As you read this, we are on our way home from the East Coast, where we’ve traveled twice in the past two weeks.  On Oct. 31 we got word that Jeff’s mother had passed away. While she hadn’t been in great health, the …

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Hidden Riches Available!

In: Reading, Writing on: November 9, 2022

I’m so excited to share with you that my book Hidden Riches, part of the Secrets From Grandma’s Attic series, is now available! I thought I’d answer some questions about purchasing the book and give you the official …

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The Berkshires

In: Family on: November 3, 2022

While I miss my daughter living near us, one of the advantages of her living in Boston is getting to explore different areas when we visit. This fall, we went to the Berkshire Mountains in western Massachusetts, near the New …

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October Reads

In: Reading on: October 31, 2022

I can’t believe we are at the end of October! Of course I knew October would be a busy month with lots of travel and editing jobs. And in all of it, I never expected to get so many books read! But when they are good ones, you …

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Back Yard Oasis

In: Family on: October 27, 2022

You might remember a post from a few weeks ago where I was waiting on several things to happen/get done. Two of the three are accomplished! And I have a date for the third! A ceiling fan isn't so exciting, but my new …

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The Joy of Learning New Things

In: Reading, Writing on: October 20, 2022

Do you remember the joy of finally leaning to ride a bike without training wheels? Or swimming across the pool for the first time? Or learning to read and finding a whole new world of books?  We get to experience the joy …

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Jesus, Love, and Tacos by Carrie Stephens

In: Faith, Reading on: October 12, 2022

Y’all know non-fiction—especially Christian living non-fiction—is not really my go-to genre to read. Not that I don’t like it, I just need to know it’s worthwhile. And usually, for me, that means a Holy Spirit desire to pick …

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Where Do Your Ideas Come From?

In: Family, History, Writing on: October 6, 2022

This is a common question for writers. I often have this question myself when reading a historical novel, especially ones by author Elizabeth Camden, who tends to find the most unique historical backdrops for her stories! But …

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September Reads

In: Reading on: September 29, 2022

As expected, the number of books I read dropped dramatically in a month where I have had both writing work and editing clients! All fiction this month, and I did have a DNF (Did Not Finish) as well. I’ll mention that one at …

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Three One-Year Anniversaries–and a Giveaway!

In: Writing on: September 22, 2022

It’s hard to believe, but it has been one year since I launched my new website and republished my first novel, both using my real name! But perhaps the thing I’m most proud of is that this past Saturday I hit the 52nd edition …

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