Giveaway & Interview with Author of Bonnet Strings: An Amish Woman’s Ties to Two Worlds
A few months ago, I had the privilege of endorsing Saloma Miller Furlong's memoir, "Bonnet Strings: An Amish Woman's Ties Between Two Worlds," and ever since I have wanted to introduce her to you all, my dear readers! (Be sure to
The Mantle Clock
In the quiet of the living room, I listen to the clock ticking on the mantle ledge—ticking off the time I can never get back. And yet, I sit here still . . . still staring out the window at
The Patroller of Our Dirt Road
It didn’t matter what time of day I took my walks, at some point Moses’s purple Ford Ranger would always pass by, and he’d lazily wave his cigarette out the window like an extension of his hand, the smoke unfurling
Ten of My Favorite Novels & Why
If you've been on Facebook over the past two weeks, you've probably noticed that people have been making a list of their favorite ten books and tagging other people. When I first saw this, I got kind of panicky. I am
Three Tips For A Successful Writing Week
On Monday, I traveled to Nashville for an author brunch hosted at a friend’s house. MapQuest showed that my agent’s office was only five minutes away, so I popped in and chatted with him for a bit. My plan after that
‘Gott Ist Die Liebe’ By Grossmammi Lois Petersheim!
Hello, dear readers! Happy belated Thanksgiving; I hope you all had a wonderful holiday. I was in Wisconsin this past week, visiting my husband's family, and I got to hear Grossmammi (Grandma) Lois Petersheim do a rendition of "Gott Ist
A Light From The Shadows Shall Spring
All that is gold does not glitter, Not all those who wander are lost, The old that is strong does not wither, Deep roots are not reached by frost. From the ashes a fire shall be woken, A light from the shadows shall spring, Renewed shall
Come Join Us At Southern Belle View Daily!
Hello, friends, Well, I don't know about you all, but I am starting to feel the squeeze of the upcoming holidays. I had a glorious, relaxing weekend Christmas shopping with my beloved sister-in-laws and mother-in-law, but now my house is shambles
Giveaway with Promise to Return Author Elizabeth Byler Younts!
About six months ago, I received an email from Elizabeth Byler Younts. I only had to look at her name Byler to know that Elizabeth and I shared the same Anabaptist (Mennonite/Amish) heritage. Elizabeth's debut novel, Promise to Return, was set
30 Days of Thankfulness
Hello, friends, Long time, no see; I hope you are doing well! While my husband was out hunting in Wisconsin this past week, my daughter and I went to visit my best friend, Misty, who The Outcast is dedicated to. She and