Some folks at another blog were playing with this, so I had to join in. Plug in text, and the website turns it into a graphic presentation. If you’re smarter than I am, you can save it as a JPEG. This is a graphic representation of my bio. Have fun with yours. Here’s another fun one to show what you …
It’s Summertime!
Yes, I know the calendar says June, but for me summertime arrived today. Why? Because I baked a strawberry rhubarb pie on Monday. The kids and I picked the strawberries last Thursday at Pretty Prairie Farm. The rhubarb came from a friend at church’s farm. The pie crust actually turned out — it’s from a children’s book of all places, …
It Takes a Village…a Village of Christ
Back during the 90s there was a lot of discussion about the fact that it takes a village to raise a child. While I don’t agree with the conclusion the proponents of that statement pushed, I’ve been reminded all over again how valuable and important it is to live in community. Why? Rebecca’s birth. She is 3 1/2 weeks old …
Too Funny: An Engineer’s Guide to Cats
I’m a cat lover and found this hilarious. Happy Monday! And be sure to jump over to Michelle Sutton’s blog to enter to win a copy of Deadly Exposure.
FIRST Chapter: Dragonlight
I have never read any of Donita Paul’s books — frankly because I’m not that into fantasy. But I have heard wonderful things about them. They seem perfect for teens and others who love fantasy. Here’s you chance to read the first chapter from her newest release: Dragonlight.It is June FIRST, time for the FIRST Blog Tour! (Join our alliance! …
The Hunted Tour
A town’s deadly secret will drive one man to the edge of his faith…Debut novelist Mike Dellosso delivers a spine-tingling drama in the style of Frank Peretti and Stephen King. Joe Saunders is determined to unravel the mystery surrounding the brutal mauling of his nephew. Police Chief Maggie Gill is determined to protect the mystery surrounding her family’s deadly secret. …
Great Giveaway at CRAFTIE Ladies of Suspense!
Head over to CRAFTIE Ladies of Suspense. Leave a comment today through May 31st, and you can be entered to win all four May LI Suspense books. That includes your’s truly’s first suspense. And since I’m mailing them, I can autograph Deadly Exposure for you. But don’t leave the comment here. Go to CRAFTIE Ladies. Before May 31st!
Booksigning on May 31st!
This morning after teaching, I’m headed to the offices of the Journal & Courier, our local newspaper for an interview. On Saturday, May 31st, Carpenter’s Son is holding one of their huge booksignings, and the interview will hopefully help spread the word! Colleen Coble, Jamie Carie, Brandt Dodson, Denise Hunter, Diann Hunt and I will all be signing books. I’ll …
A Whisper of Freedom MEME
Tricia Goyer’s latest book A Whisper of Freedom has just released. This book is a wonderful conclusion to her Spanish Civil War series. And to celebrate the launch, she’s having a fun MEME contest. Here are the questions and my responses, but be sure to read to the end to see how you can participate and win some great prizes. …
Sincerely, Mayla
“Lord,” I said, swallowing past the tightness in my throat, “I know the Bible says You’ll take care of me. I guess now’s Your chance to prove it. And I sure would appreciate it if You don’t wait too long, okay?” Will Mayla Strong’s life ever resemble normal? Just as she settles into a great place with God, everything else …