This week we experienced another inauguration, a peaceful transition of power. Trump to Biden. Republican to Democrat. Social media was crazy with tears and sadness on one side and popping … [Read more...]
Happy New Year 2021!
Well, 2020 went out in true 2020 fashion. Because all of us came down with COVID, we didn't get to celebrate like normal. I didn't get to bake all our usual cookies. I didn't bake my husband's … [Read more...]
Bobby Gray Toler Obituary
I'm sharing my daddy's obituary today. Bobby Gray Toler, age 85, stepped into Heaven Wednesday afternoon from his home, surrounded by his family. Born October 15, 1935 in Johnston County, he was a … [Read more...]
Heirloom Glazed Pecans Recipe
Glazed pecans are delicious and perfect for the holiday season. Have you ever tried them? Here's an easy recipe that I'll use on the pecans I'm saving from our trees I've used this recipe for years … [Read more...]
Picking up Pee-cans or Puh-cahns?
Lately, I feel like I've discovered picking up pecans. It's a peaceful time for me, and I pick up some almost every day. Last week while we were in Manteo, I picked up pecans under an ancient … [Read more...]
#HalloweenThrowbackChallenge
Here's a back-in-the-day picture of all of us dressed to cheer on our favorite team, the Pittsburgh Steelers! These weren't our Halloween costumes, however. We donated money to our local fire … [Read more...]
Do You Believe God Delivers Help?
Last week, I needed God to help me in a big way. I just signed a contract for a Christmas novella with the manuscript due next spring and all I had for the story was the time, Christmas; the … [Read more...]
Are You For or Against Expensive Sunglasses?
Expensive sunglasses—yes or no? do you pay a lot for sunglasses? Ches Windham, of course, owns a pair of Ray-Bans in the beginning of Forever Music. One of the first scenes shows him with paperwork … [Read more...]
Writing Retreat on the Outer Banks
This week I'm on Hatteras Island at a writing retreat. I'm here to begin a novella for a Christmas collection with other Scrivenings Press authors and sharing the week with five other Christian … [Read more...]
Multi-Author Giveaway!
Hello Readers! Fall is officially here! The leaves are turning, the weather is cooling, and it is time to curl up with a book! We want you to have a chance to win 40 of books or a $350 Amazon … [Read more...]