Celebrating Fifty Years
The August day, fifty years ago, was hot and sticky. It didn’t matter. Nothing mattered except that I was about to marry my best friend. Ken and I…
Book Club Picks
I love book clubs! I joined my first one nearly twenty years ago, and it was such fun to read new books that other members had chosen, especially…
Books and Cover Art
Every now and then, my publisher sends me copies of the foreign editions of my books. It always amazes me to learn that my novels are being translated…
Celebrating Independence Day
What I’ve missed the most during this virus quarantine, is being with family and friends—especially for holiday celebrations. We could invite some fearless souls for a get-together this…
How I became a Daughter of Grace
“I have asked my friend, fellow-writer, and marketing assistant Christine Bierma to write a guest-post for me today. I think you’ll see that her recent experiences have made…
Remember the Wonders
As another week of quarantine begins, I’ve noticed a new worry taking root in my heart. Finances. With the stock market on a roller-coaster ride, I’m growing concerned…
Be Prepared
There’s no escaping the news, the fear, the warnings. The Coronavirus is coming! Beware! Be ready! I understand that I should be worried—after all, I’m over sixty and…
Many Plans
This past week, my publishing company invited me to attend the Public Library Association conference in Nashville. Librarians are among my very favorite people because they share my…
Keep Hammering
I have the best job there is. I can live in an imaginary world all day, making up stories and creating new characters. I’m my own boss. I…
God’s Posture Toward Us
Today I welcome my friend Christine Bierma from Atrustworthysaying.com as my guest blogger. She has graciously allowed me some time away to rest, relax and recharge. She has…