It seems forgiveness is a gift I love to receive, yet I struggle to give. I was raised by good parents who taught good things, but I never remember being taught how to forgive. When that moment came in my adult life, that moment I recognized I was a sinner, forgiveness was the sweetest experience of all. Recently, my mind has been … [Read more...]

Last week I received the news that my former publishing house is going out of business. Definitely not the news a writer wants to hear. Sadly, it's becoming a pretty normal thing as technology has opened more avenues for publication. What does this mean for me? Well, it means I may lose my ability to purchase my book Just Too Busy--Taking Your … [Read more...]

We recently ordered these awesome cabinets to be installed in our bonus room. They are this smoky kind of wood that gives off an "old west" charm. I've been counting the days. Seriously.  Plus, my Aunt and Uncle are coming in from California in about a week, so I really wanted this room to look finished. Guess what? I got a call on Saturday … [Read more...]

I write books, articles for magazines and for three online websites. Still, I don't get very personal  very often. My family has never asked me  to honor their privacy, I just do. But, hands down, my BIGGEST online/social-media-hater would have to be my brother in law. He hates it.  He seriously HATES it.  I'd never think to post about him.. Any … [Read more...]