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Coffee Time

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It's no secret around here that I love coffee. If you've been reading on the blog for long, you've likely seen more than a few photos of my coffee bar that houses most of some of my collection of more than 100 mugs. 😏 I think coffee first became a symbol of something special when I was a kid. My parents didn't drink coffee every day, so anytime the smell of coffee wafted through our … [Read more...]

What Readers Love Most About Romance Novels (& a Giveaway)

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I recently asked this question on social media . . . . What do you love most about reading romance novels? The responses were numerous and fascinating! They fell into clear categories so [imagine me channeling the voice of a Family Feud host,] "The top six answers are on the board!" Happily Ever Afters "I love reading about people finding love and making their way to a happily ever … [Read more...]

Favorite Food Websites—Do You Have One?

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I love to cook, and especially loved to bake. Life has been a blur lately, so I haven't gotten to do much of either, but that doesn't stop me from browsing sites for new recipes and ways to improve my cooking skills. Here are some of my favorites . . . KATHLEEN ASHMORE Kathleen has lots of GF recipes and generally healthier—and delicious—fare. Plus I love how her recipe videos are … [Read more...]

So many books, so little time

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When I turned fifty, I realized--with a start--that I would not live forever. That I probably had more time "behind" me than in front of me. I began to look at the books I write in a new way--considering that I have a limited amount of time in which to write, the books I choose to write should matter. REALLY matter. Of course, the Spirit can and does use anything, but I asked Him to guide me so … [Read more...]

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