What a joy to finally get my hands on a copy of The Kitchen Front, by Jennifer Ryan. I never considered that I might have a specific genre of fiction that I like the most. But, after reviewing my reading list for the past three years, I think my love is WWII women’s stories. The Kitchen Front ... Read More about The Kitchen Front – A Book Review
The Book Woman of Troublesome Creek: Book Review
I recently borrowed “The Book Woman of Troublesome Creek”, by Kim Michele Richardson from our local online library. I had no preconceived ideas of what this book was about, other than a horse-riding library woman in the Appalachian Mountains. But, The Book Woman of Troublesome Creek quickly ... Read More about The Book Woman of Troublesome Creek: Book Review
Lean On Me: Book Review
Lean on me, when you're not strong, And I'll be your friend, I'll help you carry on, For it won't be long, 'Til I'm gonna need, Somebody to lean on. Lean on me Lean on me; we all remember the inspiring song from the 1970’s by Bill Withers. I have to admit the song was playing in my head ... Read More about Lean On Me: Book Review
MY COMFORT ZONE
“Life always begins with one step outside of your comfort zone.” - Shannon L. Alder As a writer, I constantly search for ways to stretch myself beyond the confines of my comfort zone. To try new writing genres and styles is fun, exhilarating, and scary. It is also necessary to hone my skills ... Read More about MY COMFORT ZONE
Intentional Living in the Home
Intentional living in the home is a hot topic right now. With my life word for 2020 being “intentional”, it is only natural that I share a bit about our journey towards intentional living in the home, and what this means. Webster defines intentional as something done on purpose, a deliberate ... Read More about Intentional Living in the Home
Book Review: 52 Loaves: A Half-Baked Adventure
I recently finished reading 52 Loaves: A Half-Baked Adventure. As many of you know, I love baking bread, which is why I wanted to read this book by William Alexander. In case you missed it, enjoy my post from a few weeks ago where I talk about Baking Day at our house. What a premise! ... Read More about Book Review: 52 Loaves: A Half-Baked Adventure