Family, Gratitude, Life Lessons, Quotes

Women’s History Month Spotlight – Ruth Bell Graham

As far back as I can remember I've admired Ruth Bell Graham's devotion to her husband and family. She's always reminded me of the woman in Proverbs 31 - the woman I've always hoped to be. Since I've gone through a divorce, I appreciate her strength and stamina even more. (This isn't one of those "it… Continue reading Women’s History Month Spotlight – Ruth Bell Graham

Family, Gratitude, Life Lessons, Quotes, Writing

Women’s History Month Spotlight – Mary, Mother of Jesus

As far back as I can remember, I wanted to be a mother. Little did I know back then, that role would far surpass any joy I've ever experienced. And that it would rocket my capacity to worry past the moon. I'm pretty sure I can count on one hand the number of nights of uninterrupted sleep I've… Continue reading Women’s History Month Spotlight – Mary, Mother of Jesus

Advocacy, Faith and Spirituality, Gratitude, Quotes

Women’s History Month Spotlight – Mother Teresa

Anyone who has followed my blog for any length of time knows I'm completely in awe of Mother Teresa's greatness. So my first "spotlight" woman for Women's History Month isn't a surprise. Mother Teresa was the picture of humility, compassion, love, and service. She loved unconditionally, with no prejudice or judgement, leaving the world a much… Continue reading Women’s History Month Spotlight – Mother Teresa

Faith and Spirituality, Family, Fun, Quotes

Women’s History Month

There are countless people who deserve recognition, but since March is women's history month in the United States, the United Kingdom, and Australia, I've decided to spotlight one historical woman each week that has made a difference in my life in one way or another. Until I mention the first of four next week, following is a list… Continue reading Women’s History Month

Fun, Writing

Cover Reveal

Shear Deception Cover Reveal... When a body is discovered in the woods by Melanie’s Minnesota lake house, it nearly gets both her and her estranged mother, Violet, killed. Melanie retreats to the familiar and comfortable surroundings of the beauty salon she owns with her best friend Claire, but when the details surrounding the death begin… Continue reading Cover Reveal

Gratitude, Quotes

Happy Thanksgiving

Wishing everyone a happy Thanksgiving, filled with family, friends, laughter, and memories to last a lifetime. Gratitude can transform common days into thanksgivings, turn routine jobs into joy, and change ordinary opportunities into blessings.  -William Arthur Ward Share what you're thankful for this year. 🙂

Life Lessons, Quotes, Writing

Summing up Publication

I was walking with a co-worker the other day (one I don't know well) and at one point the conversation went like this: Her:  "Didn't I read somewhere that you're a published author?" Me:    "Yes, I am." Her:   "How did you go about getting published? My sister-in-law wants to publish a YA book but she heard… Continue reading Summing up Publication

Family, Fun, Writing

NaNoWriMo 2015

I've participated in, and loved, NaNoWriMo for the past three years. This year, however, I decided not to because I have two WIP's I really want to focus on editing. The problem? I'm not getting it done. I had a writing schedule that I followed faithfully for a while, but that "while" didn't last very… Continue reading NaNoWriMo 2015