Happy Thursday, everyone! I know this is not my usual day to post, but I have a special treat for those of you who have been following along with my upcoming novella releasing in October. Today I get to share the setting of my story. "Rest Beside The Weary Road" is set in 1860s Virginia … Continue reading Unveiling the Setting of ‘Rest Beside The Weary Road’
Christmas
Upcoming Release Announcement
It's been a little while since I've posted here on the blog. I promise I haven't forgotten about all of you though! I've just been a little preoccupied with a secret project. So what is this project that has seemingly taken all of my time? Allow me to introduce you to "The Carols of Christmas", … Continue reading Upcoming Release Announcement
The Angel of Bastogne
From the pages of WWII we could pull hundreds of incredible Christmas stories. Stories of how the desire for peace won over the hatred of the enemy. Stories of homesick soldiers finding ways to celebrate Christmas in spite of their circumstances and surroundings. But then there are stories of endless sacrifice in the most dire … Continue reading The Angel of Bastogne
White Christmas// History of the Song
December 24th, 1944. You're a thousand miles from home, huddled in a foxhole. Waiting, in the frigid cold with your platoon, for the next battle to erupt. Though you're only nineteen years old, you've already seen more death than most people will ever see in their entire lives. A few months earlier, at Normandy, you … Continue reading White Christmas// History of the Song
A World War Two Christmas
Christmas is a time of year that is special and meaningful. As writers, we love to include Christmas celebrations in our work. Perhaps you're writing a novel set during WWII and you wonder how to keep it authentic and real. Or maybe you're just an enthusiastic history buff who takes every chance to learn about … Continue reading A World War Two Christmas
Happy December 1st + New Designs In My Shop
Today is going to be a relatively quick little post. But first, can I say . . . MERRY CHRISTMAS! How on earth is it December already? As I sit typing, I look out my window on a chilly, overcast day. What remains from a Thanksgiving snowstorm covers the ground. Christmas music fills the background, … Continue reading Happy December 1st + New Designs In My Shop
An Old Fashioned Christmas
Welcome to post three in my series of Old Fashioned living. If you missed the first two, you can check them out here and here. Christmas offers so many opportunities for Old Fashioned things. And I love to take advantage of any and all that I might get to participate in. In a world that … Continue reading An Old Fashioned Christmas
What was the significance of the swaddling clothes?
We know that Christ was not born on December 25th. It didn't happen. For many though, that is the day His birth is commemorated. Regardless of views on the holiday that has been labeled "Christmas", the birth of Jesus Christ is something that should be remembered and celebrated all throughout the year. He was born … Continue reading What was the significance of the swaddling clothes?
Silent Night
One of the world's most beloved carols, Silent Night has touched many hearts and lives throughout history. It has a bit of an interesting start. The song that most connect with peaceful piano arrangements, was actually written for the gentle, mellow tone of the guitar. In a little burg in Austria, the song found its … Continue reading Silent Night
A Homewood Christmas Book Spotlight
I am so excited today to be participating in the launch tour of A Homewood Christmas! This little collection of short stories is coming out just in time for Christmas, and I am super excited. Come home to a small-town Christmas through the ages… The close-knit community of Homewood, Minnesota might not even be a … Continue reading A Homewood Christmas Book Spotlight
Seeking The Timeless Anchor 