The Christmas season is upon us!  In celebration, I've put together a 'Tis the Season to Read Giveaway.  More on that at the end of the post.  First, let's talk Christmas cards! I love receiving Christmas cards at this time of the year.  You? When I was growing up, my mom took a family photo each year and sent it out in Christmas card form.  I've made an effort to do the same.  Today, I … [Read more...]

Remember when Oprah would air an "Oprah's Favorite Things" episode each year?  The people who happened to be in the studio audience that day would leave with a fabulous haul of gifts. I was inspired by Black Friday to craft a list of my own favorite things from the past year.  Just... without the freebies. :)  If only! Perhaps one of these items will give you gift inspiration for yourself or … [Read more...]

When His Highness and I learned that Her One and Only had been nominated for a Christy Award, an Autumn trip to Nashville suddenly sounded to us like a great respite from our mom and dad duties getaway.     Several of us then changed into fancy dresses in a public restroom, chatting while we fixed our hair and make-up.  Conversations while applying make-up are, as a … [Read more...]

Inspired by Life and Fiction readers, please extend a very warm welcome to my friend Jill Kemerer!  Jill has stopped by today to chat about a subject near and dear to many of our hearts -- pets.  While she's here she's generously offering a pet-inspired giveaway!  Thanks so much for joining us today, Jill.  - Becky Every day when I log into Facebook, I can’t wait to see pictures of … [Read more...]

Falling for You is scheduled to release on May 1st, but I have the pleasure of revealing its cover to you today! This particular story stars model (and eldest sister) Willow Bradford and retired quarterback Corbin Stewart.  Eagle-eyed readers of my Porter Family series might have noticed that Corbin was first introduced in Her One and Only as the hero's friend and teammate.  Midway through the … [Read more...]