In North Carolina, we're still in the modified phase two of reopening the state. Some businesses are open, but libraries aren't fully functional yet. I wanted to have a book launch at my public … [Read more...]
Memorial Day 2020
Today is Memorial Day. That's the day we remember people who have died while serving in the United States Armed Services. They're the ones who fought for our right to rant on Facebook, disagree … [Read more...]
Remember the Orchid
My orchid is still blooming at our house. I never thought of myself as an orchid person. I never really wanted one because I thought they were too fussy...until someone gave me one. Unfortunately, … [Read more...]
I Love Libraries
Libraries are an important part of my life, and I’ve included them in each of my stories so far. Until Forever Music, libraries have received only a mention here and there, but in this story, a … [Read more...]
Happy Release Day for Forever Music!
Today is the release day for my fourth novel, Forever Music! Hooray! Some people call it a book birthday. I understand that, but I feel it's more like the first day of kindergarten. Readers with … [Read more...]
Forever Music Siblings
The siblings in Forever Music, Ben, Heath, Sam, and Josie, are loosely based on my own four children. Not exactly their personalities, but definitely their chit chat and smack talk when they get … [Read more...]
Discover the Back Story for Forever Music
Forever Music is set in Charlotte, North Carolina. That's where Kevin and I met and dated and got engaged. This picture is from those dating days. We took a trip to the NC mountains, not too far from … [Read more...]
Comfort from Isaiah
I've been trying to keep a positive outlook during our pause in normal lives, but I'll tell you...lately my shiny thoughts have dulled a bit with persistent questions: When will my … [Read more...]
How to Think Positively in These Times
This stay-at-home time has gone on for a long time, hasn't it? My first canceled event here in North Carolina was supposed to take place on March 12th. I attended a funeral the next week, had my … [Read more...]
Encouragement for Our Stay-at-Home
Some people are having a hard time with this stay-at-home order. I've seen some on-line complaining. I get it--I mean, as much as an introvert can understand why people don't like staying at … [Read more...]
