One of my favorite verses is Psalm 46:10. “Be still and know that I am God.” The irony is that being still is something I’m not all that good at. In fact, I’m pretty much the worst. Full disclosure: the last two months have been hard for me. I can’t pinpoint one reason. It’s been […]
Beautifully Stitched Together
On the day this post goes live, I’ll be facing one of my big fears: public speaking. I’m not sure what it is about standing up in front of a crowd and talking that causes me so much anxiety, but it sure does. I’ve been invited to speak at a Ladies Day event at a […]
When Life Gives You Lemons
When life gives you lemons, make lemonade. I’ve always liked that saying. Lemonade is a summer favorite of mine, so the thought of turning something so sour into something so tasty always makes me happy. But is life really that way? Truthfully, not always. Even though I’m a bit of a Pollyanna who tries to […]
Let’s Talk Book Covers!
I’m at the point in my writing career where I’ve been doing it so long, some of my earliest releases have gone out of print. Which might seem a little sad (and it would be) except that it means I’ve approached my former publishing house and been granted the rights back to some of those […]
On Board for Romance: Characters and Cover
It’s hard to believe it’s already February! I’m still not used to writing 2017 when I have to write down a date, and here we are already in month two. February is a fun month for us this year. As you’re reading this post, my family and I are on the way to Galveston, Texas. […]
Romance Grows in Arcadia Valley: Releasing Soon! (and a giveaway)
It’s great to be back at InspyRomance! I took some time away as I was in a “hectic season” of life (can anyone relate?) but now I have time again to devote to this group. The past several months have been good for me, as I’ve been easing back into the writing world again. I’ll bet […]
5 Pieces of Marriage Advice
This will be my last post at InspyRomance for a while, and I’m sad to go. I started posting here when the site launched and it’s been a lot of fun. Right now I have too many commitments and need to let a few things go. That being said, I’m hopeful I’ll be back at […]
Confessions of a Romance Writer
February is a month all about love. It seems like there are hearts and cupids everywhere you look. I’m not sure if it’s appropriate for a romance writer to admit this, but Valentine’s Day has never been one of my favorite holidays. I know, I know. . .I, of all people, am supposed to LOVE […]
Puppies, Prayer, and Patience
I started a blog way back in 2007 called “Princess of Patience.” It was more or less an online diary of sorts and I certainly never thought anyone would read it. Fast forward to 2009 and suddenly I had a book releasing and regular blog readers. Even so, I left the title as a reminder […]
Looking Back: Love Finds You at Home For Christmas
Since it’s Christmas week, I’m in a reflective mood. Christmas brings with it a lot of joy—but also some sadness. I look back to the Christmases of my childhood with such fond memories of my grandparents. The holidays make me miss them more than normal. My dad’s mom would make chicken and dumplings every year […]
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