I'm reblogging an old favorite this month. I pray this blesses your heart! Queen Elsa: “No, no I can’t. I don’t know how…Oh I’m such a fool; I can’t be free! No escape from the storm inside of me! I can’t control the curse!” Princess Anna: “You don’t have to be afraid. We can work this… Continue reading A Message for the Queen Elsas
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February’s Writing Blitz: Love Never Fails: Week 1
I'm picking up the speed and writing more these days. My goal for the week was 7,000 words and the Lord has blessed my efforts with 9,682 words for the week! As promised, I'll bring you another clue from the new novel. Keeping with the theme of love for the month, all clues in February… Continue reading February’s Writing Blitz: Love Never Fails: Week 1
Wednesday Review: Godey’s Fashions, An Adult Coloring Book by Dover Coloring Book
Superbly rendered illustrations, adapted from Godey's Lady's Book, a rare nineteenth-century fashion magazine, provide authentic views of evolving Victorian modes of apparel — from lace-edged necklines and elongated bodices to fitted bonnets and extravagant bustles. Thirty ready-to-color illustrations depict lavish dresses and gowns of velvet and damask; smart riding outfits trimmed with braid and gilt;… Continue reading Wednesday Review: Godey’s Fashions, An Adult Coloring Book by Dover Coloring Book
Sally’s Wardrobe
The only thing that makes the movie better than the book is getting to see the clothes! Lol Men may not agree, but it’s hard on most ladies when they’re left to their imagination where the clothing is concerned. Especially in historical novels. So I’m going to do you a favor and let you peek… Continue reading Sally’s Wardrobe
January’s Writing Blitz: Proverbs 21:31: Week 4
It's been a good writing month overall. I've added a total of 26,965 words to the manuscript this month. My goal for the week was to write 8,000 words and I've written 8,935! As promised, it's time to share another sneak peek into the new novel. I introduced a new leading lady to you a… Continue reading January’s Writing Blitz: Proverbs 21:31: Week 4
Book Review: Undaunted Hope by Jody Hedlund
Running from the mistakes of her past, Tessa Taylor heads to the uppermost reaches of Michigan, planning to serve as the new teacher to the children of miners. She quickly learns the town had requested a male teacher, but Percival Updegraff, superintendent and chief mine clerk, says she can stay through winter since it's too… Continue reading Book Review: Undaunted Hope by Jody Hedlund
Review Wednesday: Dear Mr. Knightley by Katherine Reay
Samantha Moore has always hidden behind the words of others―namely, her favorite characters in literature. Now, she will learn to write her own story―by giving that story to a complete stranger. Sam is, to say the least, bookish. An English major of the highest order, her diet has always been Austen, Dickens, and Shakespeare. The… Continue reading Review Wednesday: Dear Mr. Knightley by Katherine Reay
Civil War Letters: The War at Home
I've had the pleasure of reading and learning from Eliza Frances Andrews and her journal titled: The War-Time Journal of a Georgia Girl 1864-1865. I have so many highlighted sections that I want to bring to you, but today, I want to share a couple of excerpts with you on Eliza's experience in a divided… Continue reading Civil War Letters: The War at Home
January’s Writing Blitz: Proverbs 21:31: Week 3
After running into some plotting issues, I decided to decrease my word count goal for week three and add in some research goals. The plan was to finish reading the journal I've had open for months, cross off two topics from my research list, and add at least 4,000 words to the manuscript. To God… Continue reading January’s Writing Blitz: Proverbs 21:31: Week 3
Review Wednesday: Cats in Paris, An Adult Coloring Book by Won-Sun Jang
This gorgeously illustrated adult coloring book draws readers into the secret world of cats in Paris as they explore the city's most famous (and feline-friendly) spots. Say bonjour to the cats of Paris as they slink through its fabled streets and alleyways, from Montmartre to the Shakespeare and Company bookshop and into a feline-filled land of… Continue reading Review Wednesday: Cats in Paris, An Adult Coloring Book by Won-Sun Jang
