My “Word” for 2012

Hard to believe another year has come and gone. This year will mark the third year of this blog and my “serious” writing career. This year marks my fourth year of marriage and fourth year in my lovely house. I know many people who spend time meditating and...

A hard look at 2011 goals and 2012 dreams

I posted this right at the beginning of 2011: ….For 2011: 1. Polish and prepare Lillie Among Thorns for submission to publishers (as of Dec. 30, 2011 – check!)  2. Attend two major writing conferences (as of Dec. 30, 2011 – one big with three small...

One of the best of 2011…

Originally posted January, 2011 This book completely took my breath away. I was in love with Laura Hillenbrand’s Seabiscuit, but this one eclipses it—and then some. I downloaded this to my Kindle and thanked God I had it during a 16-hour roadtrip with my family....

Merry Christmas!

Merry Christmas from me to you! Hopefully you’re not here reading blogs when you should be out enjoying the holiday season and family and friends! 😉