In the Bluegrass Studio (with my Dad!)
The man on the mandolin, there? That's my DAD. 🙂 Most folks call him "Buddy Mike" because he's a friend to everyone. If you saw the pictures from the book launch party, he was the music and folks had such a great time singing along.  He is such a great dad and...
Grain Sack Pillow Cover Tutorial {& Giveaway!}
Today, it's my joy to introduce to you my dear friend, Amanda Dykes. She's put together a fantastic grain sack pillow tutorial and has so graciously offered a custom-made pillow to give away! To enter, simply leave a comment below! Grain sacks are brilliant and...
The Adventure of Book Edits
The edits have arrived from my editor for the 3rd book in the Cadence of Grace series. Edits are often quite an experience for any writer and for me, they're always a challenge both emotional and mental, but always...the results are SO worth it! As usual, both my...
It’s Almost Here!
With just over a month to go before the release of THOUGH MY HEART IS TORN, I'm gearing up for getting book 2 into the hands...and hopefully hearts of readers! I just heard from my editor that the edits for the third book, MY HOPE IS FOUND are coming this week which...
My NEW Pioneer-Inspired Pantry ~ Before and After!
As a wife and mommy who wants to feed her family natural, homemade food, I was often saddened by the state of my pantry and how I had let it slip away from me this last year since having baby #3. I yearn to cook homemade meals with healthy and delicious ingredients,...
A Chat with WWII Author, Sarah Sundin
I'm sure most of you have heard of Sarah Sundin and her fantastic and sweet WWII novels, but if you haven't today is your lucky day! Sarah is a dear...a wonderful person and a talented writer. With a passion for research, and WWII era romance, her books are satisfying...
Our Shelter in the Storm
Yesterday was one of those days. One of those days where I cried. A lot. It was one of those days when life just seemed to throw one curve ball after another. One hurt after another. One misstep after another. I felt so vulnerable. So human. So empty. I felt like I...
Reader Pictures!
Recently, I put it out an invitation for readers to send in their pictures with their copies of Be Still My Soul or, an Appalachian inspired prop. The pictures that came in are fantastic!! There are several up on my Facebook page and I wanted to share a few here. I...
Folk Music Spotlight: Josh Garrels “Flood Waters”
It's my joy to spotlight folk music now and again for two reasons. 1. I LOVE folk music. It’s pretty much my favorite genre outside of worship music. And there are some really awesome artists and songs out there…so this is me sharin’ the love :] 2. Folk and bluegrass...
Coming soon from the Cadence of Grace Series
I've been blessed beyond words by you all who have walked this journey with me since first meeting Lonnie and Gideon in "Be Still My Soul". Now, this spring comes the next part of their story, "Though My Heart is Torn". Set in Appalachia, 1901, THOUGH MY HEART IS TORN...
A Homespun Giveaway
Welcome! With winter in full force and most of us cozied up in our homes, I thought it was time for a little giveaway and what better way to celebrate winter, than with some homemade goodies? Each item below was either made by myself or a friend! To enter, simply fill...
A Bride and her Soldier: Interview with Hannah Conway
It is my absolute pleasure to introduce you to my sweet friend, Hannah Conway. Hannah is a writer, mother and the wife of a soldier. And let me tell you, this girl knows how to do funny. I can never read her blog without laughing. Out. Loud. Hannah, thank you so much...
New Release
