This writing journey is filled with surprising twists and unexpected turns. It can be painful to hear “no” or “not yet” from a publisher, literary agent, or website as you pour your heart onto the page week after week and do your best to write well. Your family sacrifices, you…
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Dear Tightly Wound Woman: Deferred Hopes
Each month you’ll find a letter here for you: January- Dear Tightly Wound Woman: Facing Fears February- Dear Tightly Wound Woman: Unrealistic Expectations May I read you today’s letter? Come on over for an audio version of this post. Dear Tightly Wound Woman: It is true that hope deferred makes…
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Five Minute Friday (Visit)
Note to self: When doing a video interview don’t have the computer so close and don’t be so nervous. Seriously though, it was fun to share a few words with the Five Minute Friday community and hopefully inspire you to reach out to others, especially those who may live within…
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Unraveling Grace: For the One Who Doubts God’s Sovereignty
Congratulations to Kate M. and Michelle F. for winning the Blog-A-Versary party pack! Thank you to everyone who entered; you helped make my blog-a-versary a great one. If you would like to purchase the Echoes of My Heart album, head on over to amazon (it’s only $8.99 for 15 tracks)….
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Tearing And Tending
Imprints Photography Baby, it’s cold outside. Lately, we’ve been waking up with a chill. Our furnace is acting up and the heat from the wood stove diminishes as we sleep. We wake and face the reality of the state that we live in. It is warm and cozy under the…
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The Drop Box Film (Movie Review & Extension 26)
We watched some of the Oscars the other night. Actors, writers and films that reflected current issues were esteemed and awarded. There was energy, sparkle and affluence as the stars shone on the screen. About a month ago my husband and I sat in a theater for the pre-screening of…
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