In his latest book The Discovery, Dan Walsh has tackled a new challenge — writing a story that combines contemporary and World War II. I love how this book plays on literary themes but is so much more. What would it be like to have your life suddenly changed by a lavish inheritance? What would it be like to have the …
Three Posts on Homeschooling Worth Reading
Just the other night I discovered a new to me blog thanks to my friend Jennifer Mull. She’s a homeschooling mom of eight that I go to church with and I love bouncing by her facebook page because I never know what kind of links she’ll have up there. Often they get me thinking. Don’t you love friends like that? …
The Irish Healer Review
The Irish Healer is the debut book by author Nancy Herriman…and what a debut! I took a chance on this book honestly because it was an advanced reader copy so I could read it while I train for the mini-marathon on the treadmill. I am so glad I did! This book is set in Regency England — but with a …
Rejoicing in New Life
This weekend we celebrated the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ. I love how God time this reminder of new birth in a season that is awash with newness. Because of our early spring in March, I can’t drive around town without seeing an abundance of reminders that life is new. From daffodils to tulips to the rich, green grass, …
Want a copy of A Wedding Transpires on Mackinac Island?
Good morning! With the release of A Wedding Transpires on Mackinac Island a couple days ago, I’m going to be on lots of blogs in the next couple weeks. Right now there are three chances to win Wedding Transpires on Mackinac Island: Melissa Tagg is hosting me at her blog.Trish Perry is hosting me at her blog.Melissa Finnegan hosted me …
Let’s have some fun!
I saw this on Melissa Tagg’s blog and had to steal it. If you want to play along, the rules of being tagged are simple: answer the questions provided and then tag 11 others. 1. Book or movie and why? I adore books, but I also LOVE classic movies (Melissa and I agree on this). My definition of classic primarily means …
88 Great Daddy-Daughter Dates
My birthday is almost here and one of the best gifts I’ve given myself is a husband who loves our children deeply and well. Still, there’s always a tension in trying to find ways to build meaningful memories with them. Just last week we took advantage of unseasonably warm weather to have a picnic at a state park … in …
3 Things to do on Mackinac Island
My family and I adore Mackinac Island. We’ve made two trips there and hope to head back up there in July for a booksigning. With A Wedding Transpires on Mackinac Island releasing April 1st, my thoughts keep wandering back to Mackinac and why we like it. Maybe you’ve heard of the island. Maybe you’re planning a trip there yourselves. Either …
Monday Meditation: Are we willing to follow?
View of one of Mackinac Island’s churches Yesterday our church dedicated its new building. But really we dedicated ourselves to the on-going service of the Lord. We had the opportunity to examine where we are, where we want to go, and the idea that this is only one more step toward a new beginning. God is like that. Always moving …
Two Suspense Titles I read this week and Loved!
In case you aren’t reading one of my books for spring break…umm…here are a couple of really good suspense novels I’ve read in the last week. Randy Singer is one of those authors that I wish could write multiple books a year. His plots are intricate, his suspense compelling, and his characterization superb. With The Last Plea Bargain he is back and …