Which are you? Someone who loves Christmas music or who tolerates it? Me? I'm a lover. But only if I'm not made to overindulge. A little can go a long way with Christmas music, especially if you're in a mall or store and, say, the Chipmunks Christmas song comes on. Spare me, please! Granted, I don't usually begin listening to Christmas music until after Thanksgiving. But this year, for some … [Read more...]
The Angel’s Message
I had the privilege on Saturday to speak to the ladies of Eastern Avenue Christian Reformed Church in Grand Rapids, Michigan at their annual Advent Brunch. What a wonderful morning we had! The ladies had decorated the hall for Christmas with each table beautifully set to welcome the women who gathered there. The men of the church treated us like royalty as they served our meal. There was Christmas … [Read more...]
Gift Ideas for Jane Austen Fans | 2017
Need some gift suggestions for a Jane Austen lover in your life? I admit I’m not the most gifted gift-giver, but I do have a few ideas about what would make a Jane Austen fan (like me) happy. Of course you can find many items printed with Jane Austen quotes and images: T-shirts, note-cards, mugs, totes, and more. For gifts like these, browse the offerings from the Jane Austen Centre Gift Shop, … [Read more...]
It’s Facebook Party and Giveaway Time!
I hope everyone had a wonderful Thanksgiving weekend! As we head full-steam into the Christmas holidays, I'm excited to tell you about a couple of great Facebook parties and giveaways coming up. • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • HOME FOR CHRISTMAS: Tuesday, November 28 (that's tomorrow!) My sweet writer friend Elizabeth Musser has invited me to join her for a fun Christmas-themed Facebook … [Read more...]
Becky’s Favorite Things
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...]
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