A Sleeping Heart
Those of you who visit with me on my Facebook page may know that I've been working on a book. A rather emotional book. One that was an absolute joy to write. It stirred things in my heart that I didn't even know existed. It was an incredible experience... but as a...
Heartfelt Recipes – Free on Kindle!
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Behind the Scenes of a Historical Romance Cover
Today I have the pleasure of teaming up with Kristopher Orr of WaterBrook Multnomah and we're bringing you the design process for the third book in the Cadence of Grace series! I was amazed by all that's involved in putting together a book cover and in addition, the...
A Homemade Holiday ~ {easy} Lacy Boot Socks
Welcome to week 2 of a Homemade Holiday! Today I'm sharing the tutorials for two pairs of lacy boot socks. Fun and flirty, these are great for colder weather to pair with your favorite boots! What you'll need for either of these styles: (feel free to play around with...
A Homemade Holiday – Mason Jars & Canvas
Welcome! If you're like me and the idea of diving into a craft makes you a bit nervous, then you have come to the right place! For the next two weeks, I hope you'll join me as we enjoy the fun of the coming holiday season by crafting together with a few projects that...
Finding joy…in Plan B
There's something that's been pressed on my heart lately. I confess, it's involved a few growing pains, and I wouldn't say that I've reached the other side yet... not even close. But I've been hungering to find the joy in life--in the moments both large and...
A Mountain Hearth Christmas ~ Day 2
Imagine a fireside scene… Logs crackle, Sparks dance, Conversation stirs… The air is tinged with the warm scents of fresh-baked cookies. That’s where we invite you this week… To a place of sweet fellowship, sharing not just the recipes of a traditional cookie...
Video Chat with Melissa and Joanne (plus a giveaway!)
Happy Wednesday friends! Last week I had the privilege of sitting down with Melissa Tagg (author of MADE TO LAST) and we chatted about books, writing and even characters. She asked some great questions and I had so much fun. The interview is below and if you'd...
Autumn Goodness…Carrot and Ginger Soup
I have a confession. I'm mildly obsessed with soup. Oh yes. I could order it all year long. You know that summer corn chowder from Panera. Let's just say I eat my fair share. 😉 Come cooler weather... and I can't pass up an excuse for a pot of bubbling soup on the...
My Hope is Found – Release Day!
I have a thank you. A thank you that's been two years in the making. Because it was nearly two years ago that I posted this picture on my blog. And I told you all that I would be writing three books for WaterBrook Multnomah. My how two years have flown by! A very...
Our Weekend Getaway in Apple Country
This weekend my husband and I went to Julian, California, a quaint little apple community that's about an hour and a half away. We had a few things on the agenda for the week: Go to a Bed and Breakfast for the first time ever Visit the Apple Days festival where it was...
From Story to Table + a Giveaway!
Update: The winner of the copy of Carrie's book is Linda E. Congrats Linda! It is such a pleasure to welcome author Carrie Turansky today! She has a special recipe inspired by her upcoming release, The Governess of Highland Hall. The book is absolutely charming and...
New Release
