Fun, Life Lessons, Quotes, Writing

“B” is for…

Baby Steps. Remember the excitement you felt when your child (or niece, nephew...you get the picture) took his/her first step? What a monumental stepping stone, if you will. As we get older, baby steps lose their appeal and we want things bigger, faster, easier. With so many get-rich-quick schemes thrown out to the world like… Continue reading “B” is for…

Family, Fun, Writing

Books, Books, and More Books

Today I got to thinking about how far back my love of reading and books really goes, and discovered it goes back to when I was about five years old and my mom used to read stories out of the Children's Highlights Magazine to my sisters and me every night before bed. The stories and… Continue reading Books, Books, and More Books

Fun, Writing

Reading Like a Writer

I realize this is  a topic that has been addressed numerous times, but it's become such a huge part of how I read, that I wanted to share things I look for.  It provides for reading entertainment as well as learning from people who have gotten to where I'm journeying toward with my first novel,… Continue reading Reading Like a Writer

Faith and Spirituality, Gratitude, Life Lessons, Writing

Thankful Thursday – Angels

Not in the heavenly form with wings and harps, but sent from heaven nonetheless. I'm referring to the special people God has strategically and perfectly placed in my life at the exact moment and purpose that He knew I needed. Those who have made a lasting impact and imprint on my heart, each planting a… Continue reading Thankful Thursday – Angels