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A White Christmas
We had planned to travel to spend the day with family, but the weather has changed that. So it's a cozy Christmas at home with a stack of new books about writing from my mom. Not a bad way to spend the day! I got: "Bird by Bird," by Anne Lamott; "The Secret Miracle,"...
Merry Christmas
Luke 2: 6-14 And so it was, that, while they were there, the days were accomplished that she should be delivered. And she brought forth her firstborn son, and wrapped him in swaddling clothes, and laid him in a manger; because there was no room for them in the inn....
Remember . . .
Luke 2:1-5 - And it came to pass in those days, that there went out a decree from Caesar Augustus that all the world should be taxed. (And this taxing was first made when Cyrenius was governor of Syria.) And all went to be taxed, every one into his own city. And...
Poem by Gardner McFall
THE NEWS She was going about an ordinary day, pondering dinner, washing a dish, or sweeping the floor. Maybe she was standing in the garden or had come in from the garden to sit by the window and rest. Perhaps she had taken up a book or remembered the unfinished...
Time Saving Treat
The holidays can get crazy busy whether you're trying to squeeze in writing or not. I thought I'd share this recipe because it's quick, it's easy and it's GOOD. It's perfect for that special event at church, a gift for the neighbors or a contribution to the family...
Name Change
So my main character is Ella and her best friend is Elspeth. I opted for Ella because it's an echo of my grandmother's name--Nelly. Elspeth is just a cool name. BUT they sound too much alike, which can be confusing for the reader. I need a new best friend name....
Back to the Book
Jamie gave me feedback on my revised first chapters and proposal over the weekend so it's time to get cracking again. My primary task is to beef up my subplot--Ella's best friend lost a baby to miscarriage late in pregnancy and is struggling with the fear of trying to...
Hallelujah Round 2
While I found the last link I posted moving and lovely this one made me giggle. God is all about tears and laughter. Enjoy! The Silent Monks.
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