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A Trip Back Home
On February 11, I will be at a book signing in Danville, Iowa, at their public library. This will be my first in that area, though I spent many hours in the Danville Elementary School. Half of my student teaching … Continue reading
Posted in My Books
Tagged book signing, Burlington, Danville, friends, Iowa, library, Reading Consultant, teaching
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What does it Mean to Stand Up?
Each Memorial Day weekend, we honor our brave and faithful who allow us to enjoy freedom in America. I am grateful for each one who served in the military in any capacity, and in any location. I am grateful for our … Continue reading
Posted in Faith, Family
Tagged absolute, all about me, chaos, liberty, life, obsolete, political correctness, pursue, pursuit of happiness, standards, tolerance, values
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Christianity – Faith of Love
As I study the different religions across the world, I notice some commonalities. For example, each encourages actions of right and wrong behaviors based on the principles taught by the founder of a particular faith. Each centers around a personality, … Continue reading
Posted in Faith
Tagged dependent, earning, eternal destination, eternal life, eternity, faith, filthy rags, heaven, hope, payment, redemption, relationship, religions, righteousness, salvation, same, sin, works
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Peace and Tranquility – Priceless
Life is so hectic these days. Many sink under the weight of stress, schedules, and demands placed on them by self, bosses, family, finances, and other’s expectations for them. Is this really the abundant life Jesus promised? Or, is this … Continue reading
Posted in Faith, Family
Tagged calmness, control, devices, humility, ignore, interpersonal relationships, love, moments, peace, realization, rude, stress-free, tranquility, verbal communication
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Book Expo of America 2016
In May one of my books will be featured at the Great Book Expo of America 2016 in Chicago, Illinois. This will be my first exposure for my books at one of these events, so I do not know what to expect. … Continue reading
Posted in My Books
Tagged audience, book event, Chicago, event, expo, Illinois, increase sales, international, LitFire Publishing, marketing, mystery, new experience, opportunity, republish, republished, self-publishing
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What is the Purpose of Church?
Jesus Christ established His “church,” a group of believers who carry out His will and mission to reach the lost on earth. On Peter’s confession of faith, that “Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God, the long-awaited Messiah,” the … Continue reading
CATCHING UP WITH FAMILY
My husband experienced a renewal of friendship in late May last year. He went to Canada with our younger son and his two boys for a fishing trip. Along with them, three other families with fathers, sons, and grandsons (and … Continue reading
Posted in Family
Tagged build new relationships, encourage, family, love, make it happen, memories, plan, renew relationships, schedule, support, warmth
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Iowa Authors Interview
Recently a friend invited me to take part in an interview he is filming for Iowa Authors. He plans to air this session on PBS, a channel that features information about Iowa. He invited many authors from across Iowa, and … Continue reading
Posted in My Books
Tagged author program, filming, interview, opportunity, PBS, production, television
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WHEN DOORS SLAM SHUT
On Saturday, July 18, I went to my book signing in the Mount Ayr Public Library from 11:00 – 2:00 pm. It took place during Ayr Days as planned and advertised. However, though five people entered the library area, only … Continue reading
Posted in Faith, My Books
Tagged book signing, disappointment, evaluate, event, expense, literate, love of reading, love of writing, ministry, new direction, open door, opportunities, questions raised, reasons, talents
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Writing Career On Hold
There are times in our lives when the unexpected happens. During those times, careers go on hold for a while. Last September was one such time for me, and I couldn’t finish editing my second and third novels that I … Continue reading
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Tagged career on hold, death, grief, held me close, hopitalized, illness, infection, Jesus, Lord, never leave me, passing, sleep, strength, surgeon, surgery, trust the new surgeon, weakness, writing halted, writing resumed
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