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Purple and red ornaments decorate a glowing Christmas tree.

Trimming the Tree

My publishing company, Bethany House, recently asked their authors to send a picture of their...
Life
Couple posing in front of a scenic waterfall surrounded by lush greenery.

The Master Geocacher

Last month my husband and I finally went on our long-planned summer vacation to northern...
Life
Two people stand near a pyramid under a moody sky with a thoughtful quote.

Fearless

The real-life sisters, Agnes and Margaret Smith, who inspired my newest novel, “Where We Belong,”...
Faith / Life
Two women smiling in a red convertible car on a sunny day.

Nearly Half a Century

Last week, my husband Ken and I celebrated our wedding anniversary, and it was an...
Life
Scenic mountain landscape under a partly cloudy sky.

A Wonderful Visit

I just returned from a wonderful visit with my mother and my sister Peggy and...
Faith / Life
A vast view of the Grand Canyon under a clear blue sky.

When Plans Change

My husband and I planned our summer vacation months ago. All spring, we’ve looked forward...
Faith / Life
Two women smiling together indoors, one wearing glasses.

Best Friends

Everyone needs a best friend—someone to laugh with, cry with, and do fun and crazy...
Life
Various pies and baked goods wrapped in plastic on a refrigerated shelf.

Apple Pie and Other Treasures

It was supposed to be a fun excursion to do research for my next book,...
Faith / Life
Newlywed couple holding hands walking outdoors at sunset.

The Secret

The fairy-tale-themed wedding was lovely. My husband’s nephew and his bride made a beautiful couple....
Life
Golden sunset over sea with The End

The End

Typing “The End” at the end of a manuscript is one of my most satisfying...
Life / Writing

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