Happy new year, everyone! My kids returned to school this past Wednesday and I've returned to writing the rough draft of Bradford Sisters novel #3 (Britt's love story).  So this seems like a good time to reminisce about the trip our family took over Christmas vacation. I know that a lot of people prefer to celebrate Christmas in their own homes.  I get it!  I love that, too.  But I think my … [Read more...]

I love it when Deb Raney blogs about home decor!  I was inspired by her recent post to offer up a holiday home tour of my own (especially because a great deal of cleaning wasn't required). Come on in! Cyclamen in pots do wonderfully well for me during our Texas winters and add a festive pop of color.  When a neighbor gave us the nutcracker standing beside our door many years ago, the kids … [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...]