And the Winner Is…
Is there anyone in America who doesn’t know that tomorrow is election day? With our country deeply divided between the two opposing parties, I think it’s safe to…
A Sneak Peek . . .
One of the most exciting moments for me as an author is when I first get to see the cover design for my newest novel. There have been…
Saving Ellis Island
Several years ago, when I was writing and researching my novel, “Until We Reach Home,” my sister Peggy and I took a day trip from her home outside…
Answered Prayer
In my last blog, I asked for prayer for my mom who recently fell and broke her hip, just before her 95th birthday. I want to thank everyone…
Small Miracles
Today is my mother’s birthday. She will be 95. Unfortunately, she will be celebrating it in the hospital this year, virtually alone because of Covid. A week ago,…
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…