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, …
Head in the Clouds Review: Very enjoyable romance laced with suspense
Head in the Clouds is the first book of Karen’s I’ve read, but it won’t be the last. What happens when a recovering romantic goes to work for a handsome ranch owner and her heart’s not the only thing in danger? A fun historical romp that has enough overtones of suspense to keep me reading. And the characters are wonderful! …
Classic Hollywood Reviews: Snow White
1938 was a very good year for kid’s movies. It was the year that Walt Disney released his very first full length feature film cartoon. Who hasn’t seen Snow White at least once, read the Disney based version of the book at least once, or introduced their own children to the magic and wonder of the story about a princess …
Swimming at Victoria Falls? Really???
One of the great things about homeschooling is that I’m always learning something new. Yesterday in history we were studying some of the early (1800) explorers of Africa. That required us to dig a bit deeper into Sleeping Sickness (you don’t want it!) and Victoria Falls. Had to share this video of people swimming at the top of the falls. …
Waiting and Anticipating
Ever have those seasons in life when you know you’re in a season of waiting? That God has placed you there for whatever reason? I’ve got a couple of those going… In the next four to six weeks (I’m voting for four!), our little boy will join us. Since this is the last time I’ll be pregnant, I’m trying to …
Classic Hollywood Reviews: The Sound of Music
Sing with me…. “The hills are alive….with the sound of music…aaaaa…with songs they have sung for a thousand years…” In some ways the Sound of Music, doesn’t feel old enough to be a classic. I remember watching it most years during the holiday season as a child. It was one of those annual rites of passage. But the movie did …