Fall has always been my favorite season—from the array of colors found in the changing leaves to the fresh-picked crisp apples to the coziness of a worn in over-sized sweatshirt. What’s not to love? We all go through different seasons in life—from the curiosity of childhood to the angst of teenage love to the contentment…
I can’t believe it has been 8 years. My dad’s been gone that long and yes, time helps, but the grief never ends. It evolves, I think. How can I feel comforted? It’s a choice. When my dad was declining fast from lung cancer and few even knew he was battling,…
It’s Word-Full Wednesday! It’s that “Battery re-charge” for your week where God’s word is glorified. Go ahead, join us. Take an image and a verse from the Bible, post on your blog, and link your post URL to the Internet Cafe. Not only is it WFW…it’s our 15th anniversary. …
Last week I reviewed Melissa Foster’s latest novel, Chasing Amanda. Today I’m back with a review of her first book, Megan’s Way. With two Melissa Foster books under my reading belt I can say she is a well rounded story teller. Usually you find writers are really good with characterizations or imagery and setting. They…
Kathryn “Katie” Cushman has been on my radar for awhile and thanks to Bethany House Publishers, one of her books recently landed in my eager hands. I had the privilege of reading her latest, Another Dawn. Here is the back cover copy: What Would You Give for a Second Chance to Make Things Right? When…
From BH Publishing Group: Raised among the Amish of Indiana, 18-year-old Marianna Sommer plans to get baptized into the church, marry Aaron Zook, and set up life in the only community she has ever known. But when her older brother chooses the world’s path following his rumschpringe, and a younger sibling begins showing interest in…