The Midwife Book Trailer & Giveaway!
Hello, friends! Shew! Has it been a busy past few days, but I"m sure all of you have been busy as well. Is it the warmer weather, perhaps? Everybody coming out of hibernation and getting things done? Either way, I am thoroughly
Letter to My Son
Today, two days before your due date, your father, your sister, and I picked out a rosebush to plant on your grave. I thought that when this time came – May 5th, Cinco de Mayo: a time of celebration
My Husband, This Author’s Editor-in-Chief
My husband and I started working together in our outlet grocery store right after we got married, but our largest work-related argument happened before we were even engaged. Sorting through HBA (Health Beauty Aids), I discovered a box of miniature toothpastes—the
Snapshots from The Midwife Book Trailer Filmed at Muddy Pond Community!
Hello, friends! Today, I visited Muddy Pond Mennonite Community, where we filmed the book trailer for The Midwife. We had such a lovely time, and I cannot wait to show you the finished project. But, until then, here are some snapshots
“May My Toddler Use Your…Yard?” And Other Potty-Training Fiascos
I had read the e-books, the articles, asked for and listened to advice. I had purchased pretzel sticks, trail mix, 100% juice boxes, and organic gummies made from tapioca starch. I had done everything but coordinate a celebratory potty dance.
Winner of Eight Book Giveaway!
Hello, everyone! Thanks for participating in last week's eight book giveaway. Because of you, it was a smashing success! I used Random.org to select the winner: Jennifer Smith! Congrats, Jennifer, and I hope everyone continues to soak up this warmth of spring! Love, Jolina
Spring Break EIGHT Book Giveaway Extravaganza!
Hello, dear ones! I'm currently celebrating spring with a girls' trip to the beach. But before I left Tennessee, I went through my bookshelves and selected some beloved reading material that I would like to share with you! You can enter
The Promise of Spring
. In the fall, parchment leaves were windswept around the double doors. Taking a breath, I pulled one open and entered the brick building. I sat in the waiting area—surrounded by pictures of babies, pregnant women whose hands were cups protectively
We Should’ve Named Her Samson
When our friends announced that they were giving away three female akita puppies, I immediately thought of the movie, Hachi, where this regal-looking akita sits next to the train station, waiting for his master to come home for years and