Our wonderful Christmas is over, but its effects are lingering… Now it’s time to get back to business. I have to … [Read more...]
Smocking, Anyone?
When I was expecting our first child, I took a smocking class. I had visions of making lots of clothes for the new baby. The class was fun, and I even bought a pleater because we moved away from the … [Read more...]
Crocheting for Babies
Mary Wade is a children’s clothing designer, and crochet plays a part in some of her designs. I love crocheting hats for babies and sometimes include them in the new baby gift. Here are a few … [Read more...]
Sweet Potato Biscuits
My mother is pretty famous around the local community for her sweet potato biscuits. Unfortunately, her recipe is in her head. I’ve made them a couple of times (successfully, too) from her directions … [Read more...]
Gigi’s Cherry Cobbler
In Rescued Hearts, Gigi loves to cook especially for her grandson, Brett. She makes a cherry cobbler the first time he brings Mary Wade to Gigi’s house. This recipe isn’t fancy. It would probably … [Read more...]
The Inspiration Behind Rescued Hearts
I live out in the country on land my maternal great-grandfather owned. The surrounding area is comprised of mostly corn, soy bean, tobacco, sweet potato fields, and maybe some cotton. We have … [Read more...]
Behind the Scenes with Rescued Hearts
Do you like behind the scene tours? I do. I remember field trips to the local post office and Pizza Inn with my children when they were in preschool. I loved being able to peek behind the doors and … [Read more...]
Rescued Hearts Back Cover Copy
Are you wondering what my new book is about? Take a look at the back cover copy for Rescued Hearts. Children’s clothing designer Mary Wade Kimball’s soft spot for animals leads to a hostage situation … [Read more...]
Publishing News
In case you don't receive my newsletter, here's the news I sent out this morning. Book number three is on its way! I'm excited to announce that after … [Read more...]