Giving Tuesday
For years I’ve used the World Vision Christmas catalog and allow our grandchildren to choose a Christmas gift for a child in need. When our granddaughter Maddy was around eight she carefully scanned the catalog, and decided she wanted to Read more
Leftover Turkey Harvest Salad
Leftover Turkey Harvest Salad Serves 4-6 2 pounds butternut squash 2-3 tablespoons olive oil 1 teaspoon kosher salt ½ teaspoon black pepper 8 cups mixed spring greens 2 cups cooked, shredded turkey 4 ounces crumbled goat cheese (about 1 Read more
Thanksgiving Day
What are you most thankful for this year? As with every year I have felt God’s blessings upon my life in numerous ways but none more so than with the medical issues Wayne, my husband, went through these last several Read more
27 New Books to Get You in the Holiday Spirit
‘Tis the season for new holiday books to be released, from Christmas murder mysteries to hilarious holiday stories to snowy romances. If you’re looking for a great novel to get you in the holiday spirit, check out these Christmas books Read more
10 Books to Read Over Thanksgiving Break
Some people might think Thanksgiving is all about the turkey, but bookworms know better. It’s actually the perfect time to catch up on some much-needed reading. No matter what your Thanksgiving holiday looks like, we have a book that will make Read more
Female First – Merry and Bright UK
“‘Tis the season of mistletoe, holly, hot chocolate, shopping, shopping and more shopping as we scurry from one holiday event to another. It seems we never get everything done on time. Wrapping the gifts, mailing the cards, baking the cookies. Yup Read more
Pumpkin Apple Bacon Soup
Pumpkin Apple Bacon Soup Makes 6 cups 5 slices bacon, cut into ½ inch pieces ½ cup chopped onion 1 ½ cups chopped, peeled Granny Smith apple (about 1 large) 1 clove garlic, minced 1 teaspoon salt ½ teaspoon ground Read more
November 2017
November’s giveaway grand prize is a Merry and Bright bundle from Target. The winner will receive a merry and bright holiday decor sign, throw pillow, mugs, and a signed copy of MERRY AND BRIGHT. 10 runners up will receive a signed paperback Read more
Remodel Update
Our office was being renovated so I spent nearly five months writing at home, which was quite the switch for me. I’m accustomed to writing with my staff and lots of activity. I have a much smaller office above our Read more