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NORA’S REVIEW: FATAL MISTAKE by Susan Sleeman

  Fatal Mistake By Susan Sleeman Published by Faithwords ISBN# B01LL8BVLG Christian Suspense 500 pages Amazon   NORA’S REVIEW: The FBI is searching for the Lone Wolf Bomber. It’s been all over the news. Tara is freaking out. She’s in … Continue reading

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THE TRUTH IS IN THE SOURCE by Vicki Hinze

©2020, Vicki Hinze This Corona Virus has had a consequential impact on all of us.  I don’t need to reiterate how it has impacted you—you’re only too well aware of that.  But it does seem like a good time for … Continue reading

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In the quietness…

This lockdown should be a writer’s dream.  There are no interruptions save the dog.  My book is nearly finished and yet, it’s the little things that drive one towards insanity. The inability to get an espresso at 10:30 p.m. — … Continue reading

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Silent Saturday by James R. Coggins

April 11 this year is the Saturday before Easter. Christians have much to ponder on the day before and the day after. The Bible records many events on both days. Good Friday is the day on which Jesus was crucified. … Continue reading

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New Rules for Living — Or Not

This morning, I read this Bible verse about Jesus sending out the 72 disciples before Him: Go! I am sending you out like lambs among wolves. Carry no purse or bag or sandals. Do not greet anyone along the road. … Continue reading

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Listen Up. This Matters… EVERYONE IS IMPORTANT TO SOMEONE IMPORTANT!

The prayer list for those impacted by Corona Virus grows.  Yesterday, a young man asked for prayers for his grandfather, who had just been put on a vent.  His wife is expecting, and they’re afraid for themselves and for the … Continue reading

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War and Sacrifice by Vicki Hinze

  In previous wars, much was asked of people.  Arm up, hit the front lines, shoot and be shot at.  For those not “off to war,” the mission was clear:  protect the home, the children, and keep home together so … Continue reading

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Reflections on a Pandemic

Unique world events offer a unique opportunity to learn new lessons. Here are a few we have had an opportunity to learn recently. 1. It’s a small world.  The COVID-19 pandemic has dramatically demonstrated how interconnected the modern world is. … Continue reading

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Be Still and Know…

I have a sign on my computer that reads, “Fear or Faith? You Choose.”  I think that sign is so appropriate as we go through our “shelter-in-place” plans.  My parents and brothers were supposed to fly out to see me … Continue reading

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Creative Procrastination by Yvonne Lehman

The Ladies’ Winter Bible Study, held in January and February on Tuesday mornings was nearing. “I don’t have time to go,” was my response to some friends. “I am so busy with writing and all that it entails. After all, … Continue reading

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Nora’s Review of: The Secrets of Paper and Ink

    The Secrets of Paper and Ink By Lindsay Harrel Published by Thomas Nelson Release Date: February 26, 2019 ISBN# 987-0718075729 336 Pages     NORA’S REVIEW: This novel combines passionate book people, books, bookstores, creativity, caring people along … Continue reading

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Passion as an Author

When I’m writing a novel — or even a non-fiction story, I have to be passionate about the subject or I don’t have enough wherewithal to finish the book. Writing a novel is a commitment.  At least 80,000 words living … Continue reading

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When Dreams Die by Vicki Hinze

  We begin with a dream.  It might be a pipe dream to some, a lofty one to others, but to us it is a vision and we create it from desire. That desire is often seated in purpose.  Our … Continue reading

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86,400 Seconds by Bridget A. Thomas

86,400 seconds is the amount of time we have each day. It sounds like a lot of time when we look at it in seconds. Yet each day seems to go by so quickly. Most years we get 31,536,000 seconds … Continue reading

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Blessings in the Valley

In life we will all cross different hills and valleys. Most of us probably much prefer the hills. When we are on top, life is wonderful and things are going well. We have joy and blessings overflowing in our lives. … Continue reading

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