Now you had to know with the holiday season I’d review It’s a Wonderful Life. It released in 1946 in the post-war days and in many ways was an effort for Jimmy Stewart and Frank Capra to resurrect careers that stalled while they fought in various roles during World War II. The basic story is a classic. A man believes …
Why Faithful?
One of the true joys of the writing journey is the people I’ve met along the way. If I started giving you a list of the delightful people I’ve met, it would take pages. But today, I want to introduce you to a dear sister, Kim Cash Tate. We met at ACFW in 2009 and quickly discovered we had a …
A Season of Thankfulness
While we should live our lives with an eye on thanking God every day for the things He gives, there’s something about this time of year that seems to prompt more introspection. Yes, the day on the calendar helps, but I hope I am developing throughout the year a heart that sees His hand in operation. And one that is …
Signs your ready to pop…
So most of you know I’m in the ninth month of my pregnancy. The body is showing signs that labor could be anytime. Maybe by the time you see this, I’ll be holding my little guy. That would be awesome. But in the effort of bringing some levity to the waiting here’s my top ten list of ways to know …
You know how sometimes God whispers in our hearts and we ignore it? I’ve been doing that. And not with something difficult or complicated. So, since the ACFW conference God has whispered that I need to read I John. I don’t know why I’ve put it off…it’s not like He told me to read Numbers or Leviticus! But last week …
Thank You to Our Veterans and Troops
If you’ve read for any length of time, that I have a love and deep respect for those who have been in the military and endured wars. That’s one reason seven of my first novels tell homefront stories from World War Two. Today is Veteran’s Day, and I wanted to thank all who currently serve and those who are veterans …
God as a Consuming Fire
One of the names that the Bible gives God is that of a consuming fire. See Hebrews 12:29. The last few days this image has played through my mind. What does it really mean to be a consuming fire? I think of a forest fire that rages out of control. One that the wind whips into a fury and then …
The Research…The Drudgery…The Dreaming
By the title I’m sure you gathered I’m writing a proposal. I really should have titled it in reverse order. Ideas (for me) are usually sparked by some dream or idea captured as I read something else. In this case a non-fiction book. Gasp, yes, it’s true. Fiction writers read non-fiction. I read a book that tells an under-told aspect …
Ohio Brides: A Cover I had to Show Off!
Next week I’ll be back with more Classic Hollywood Reviews. Today I just had to share my next cover for Ohio Brides. This is for the three-in-one compilation of my Ohio World War Two series for Hearstong Presents. Isn’t it gorgeous! I absolutely love this cover! I have been so blessed with the covers I’ve received, and this one tops …
What’s the biggest thing holding you back?
Between sermons and Sunday school classes, I’ve really been thinking about this. What’s the biggest thing holding back my faith? What’s the biggest thing keeping me from desiring more of God? In bigger ways? Is it a lack of faith? God couldn’t really mean what He says… Is it false humility/pride? God does that kind of stuff for other people, …