Happy March! Around NE Ohio the sun is out, the snow is gone, and the birds are chirping. Sure, I have a dead willow tree that fell in November still taking up space that we need to deal with, but I’m full of hope for the new season. It’s been a rough start to the year for sure. How about you? How are things going?
I have a question. Do you remember the McCaughey septuplets and Ann Curry interviewing them for their birthday? I remember being fascinated by this family and their dynamics. In fact, they are a huge motivation behind my new series, Surrendering Harts. My overall question for the series is how would a big family cope after a tragedy?
In this series, they are sextuplets and each Hart sibling will have their own book. Jordyn’s up first, in birth order. her story, Anchoring Hearts, should release this spring. I say should because I have encountered set back after set back trying to get back to it after my mom’s death. I think finally things are calming down and I can finish up. I sure appreciate the prayers on this!
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Can two go-getters surrender their need to control and find a happily-ever-after?
Jordyn Bell Hart succeeds in everything she does. Her promotion to morning show co anchor blossoms her career in the same way her mother’s work did. Jordyn keeps tabs on her family and enjoys helping them grow. When life around Jordyn starts to change, can she surrender her desire to control?
Spencer Collins knows how to balance a busy life. He has his work as a reporter, his time caregiving for his grieving father, and looking out for his little brother. When he learns he’s the new co anchor of a morning show with Jordyn Hart, can he handle working with a celebrity who brings a lot of challenges to life on and off the set?
Read a FREE preview of Anchored Hearts by clicking HERE. Book 1 in Surrendering Hearts, a series about nationally celebrated sextuplets who each discover their own identity and find that special true love like their parents shared. https://dl.bookfunnel.com/sreqjn1tin
Jordyn’s taken it upon herself to be in control from a young age, and that’s hard to let go of when it’s all you know. Anchored Hearts is full of conflict for her and Spencer Collins for that very reason. I’m really excited about Anchored Hearts, and I hope you are as well.
RESTORING HEARTS is the tentative story for Ryan Hart, sextuplet #2. Ryan’s the loner, the one to reject going to college and went into the Navy instead. Now he’s back in the area, still resisting the family togetherness. He bought a house that is a lot more work than he planned on. Receiving help isn’t easy for him, especially when there are secrets attached. I can’t wait to dive in with this one.
Every big family needs a goof-off, right? Evan Hart loves being part of the Hart Six because it gives him purpose. Evan’s entrepreneurial spirit keeps him and his siblings in the spotlight, and often brings conflict. When Evan gets to tell his story, he’s in over his head and help will be hard to find. But of course with romance, it’s never impossible.
My husband doesn’t come from a family of sextuplets, but there are six. He recalls the siblings as the “olders” and the “youngers.” In this series minutes might separate them, but there are stark differences between the first three, and the last Hart sextuplets.
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James and Kelly: These two might as well be twins. Since their tragedy (covered in the free preview,) they have 
been inseparable. They are adults now, and it’s time for them to find their identity and move on. Easier said than done with these two.
The last sextuplet is Paige Hart. Paige has carried decades of grief that she’s never fully dealt with, or, more accurately, deflected with unhealthy choices. Her secrets are out and she’s left the Finger Lakes for healing and redemption.
I’m in love with this family, flaws and all. I can’t wait for you to meet them—and their counterparts in each romance.
As I announce the introduction of the Hart family, I’m also sharing that this is my last post. As you know, the last months have been chaotic with my caregiving for my mom out-of-state and then her death and settling her business affairs. It has been very hard on me and my family. I’m behind on writing, and I wanted to make sure readers received fresh content, and prayerfully felt it was time to let a new IR blogger come in so you could have that. I started with this blog as a reader, and I will remain that. If you’d like to keep in touch, I hope you will. Being here as a blogger has been an honor and a pleasure. Here’s how you can find me:
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Julie Arduini loves to encourage readers to surrender the good, the bad, and ---maybe one day---the chocolate. She’s the author of ENTRUSTED: Surrendering the Present, as well as ENTANGLED: Surrendering the Past. The last book in the series, ENGAGED: Surrendering the Future, is coming soon. She also shares her story in the infertility devotional, A WALK IN THE VALLEY. She also blogs every other Wednesday for Christians Read. She resides in Ohio with her husband, two children, and chocolate stash. Learn more by visiting her at http://juliearduini.com.
I am one of 7, and so can identify with large families.
My sister and I were always intrigued by the Arduini family even before I met Tom. Large families are so interesting. Thanks for reading, Mary!
The series sounds great!
Thank you, Kathleen!
We’re in the midst of estate work as well. Priorities are so hard to set when the pulls seem to come from all directions. Rest assured that your time here at IR has been much appreciated. The Harts look like a great series in the making. I look forward to the chance to meet them :)
I wish you God’s richest blessings along your new road.
Lincoln,
Thank you so much for the encouragement. I admit with all that has happened I’ve questioned so much about myself, work at this time, and progress/lack of. I appreciate you taking the time to read and comment. It has been a pleasure interacting with you here!
I’m looking forward to this series! I’m sorry you won’t be blogging here, but I stalk you, so I’ll be around! I know how hard it is for me to do the things I need to do, and can’t imagine blogging and writing on top of it, so I can definitely understand!! This new road is not an easy one to walk, for sure! Continuing to pray for you and your family.
Trudy,
You can stalk me anytime. You’ve been an amazing encourager, and I appreciate you. Blessings to you!
Thanks for sharing your time with us! This sounds like a great series.
Jessica,
Thank you for being a faithful reader. I appreciate you!
We will sure miss you, Julie! Best wishes on your new series, and may the Lord continue to guide you and your family.
Thank you, Valerie, and thank you for the opportunity. It really checked off a couple boxes in my professional life—being a part of IR and participating in a Christmas boxed set. I am forever grateful.
The series sounds wonderful. It takes confidence and courage to step back and p r ioritise yourself in life. You and your posts will be missed. Thank you Julie. Take care. Already following on some platforms:)
Dianne,
Thanks for being a faithful reader and for following me. I appreciate more than you could know.
Sounds like a good book! I can’t imagine having that many siblings so I’m kind of fascinated by them too.
Megan,
I love observing big families, and I am really having fun creating these sextuplets. They have things in common, but so much more that set them apart. I can’t wait for everyone to meet them.
My grandma had nine kids and I couldn’t imagine having that many! I’ve seen over the years how my aunts & uncles have pulled together in both good times and bad times; like when my grandma passed away & then one of my uncles a few years later. I think it made them stronger! Each one of them have different personalities that compliment each other. I’m sure they had their bickering when they were kids though, lol!
I really enjoy stories featuring siblings & them finding love at the end. I’ll look for your new series about the Hart family! Sounds like these are not to be missed :-)
Talking about missed….we’ll miss you here on IR but I know when life pulls you in so many directions at once that some things have to give. I’m sorry to hear of the passing of your mom, that’s hard! I pray you find comfort & peace in the Lord and that you will also find the balance in your life with writing & in all you do. I pray God’s best for you always, Julie!
Trixi,
Thank you so much. It was not an easy decision but I knew if I stayed, I was robbing someone else of a blessing, and my plate is just too full right now.
Your family story reminds me of my aunt and uncle. They had 12 kids!
Many blessings to you.
So great to meet the characters…so sad to see you go :(
Blessings!!!
Natalya,
Thank you for being a faithful reader. I always enjoyed connecting with you here, and I hope we’ll cross paths across social media. Blessings to you!
That’s a great idea for a series! Best wishes for a great future.
Thank you Ellie!
Best wishes!
Thank you Denise!
Your books all sound like very good reads, I will definitely be on the lookout for them. Best wishes in everything you do. I will be seeing you on FB. Have a Great rest of the week and stay safe. God Bless you and your family.
Thanks, Alicia! I appreciate your encouragement, prayers, and connection. Blessings to you and yours as well.
Your Books sounds amazing I follow already on some of the sites Blessings to You and Family !