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Forgiveness by Vicki Hinze

  We’re wronged. Betrayed. Lied to or about. Cheated on. Abused—you name it. And the first thing others tell us to do is forgive them.   That’s of course the last thing we want to do. We more naturally think … Continue reading

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TWO (or more) WRONGS DON’T MAKE A RIGHT! by Yvonne Lehman

TWO (or more) WRONGS DON’T MAKE A RIGHT! OH, DON’T THEY? PERHAPS NOT USUALLY – BUT THERE ARE ALWAYS EXCEPTIONS. I’d like to share a few things that occurred at the Blue Ridge “Autumn in the Mountains” Novelist Retreat that … Continue reading

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The World is a Canvas

Stop and smell the roses. You’ve heard that before, haven’t you? We moved to Minnesota from Texas  last winter. I’ve always heard how intense the autumn leaves can be in the north. I haven’t had to be deliberate about “stopping … Continue reading

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The Pleasure of Observing by Julie Arduini

Last week in a whirlwind blur, I took our two children and our son’s girlfriend to Upstate NY. It was the only time before snow flies that we could visit family, check in on my father-in-law, and help my sister … Continue reading

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Autumn Decorating by Tara Randel

I don’t know about you, but I absolutely love decorating for fall. Maybe it’s because I grew up in New England and always loved this time of year. Brightly colored foliage, pumpkins on the doorstep, a hint of burning leaves … Continue reading

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A Taste for a Classic

I recently finished reading a book by Daphne Du Maurier, who was one of my favorite authors while I was growing up. In my adolescent years I went through a definite “dark” phase where anything classically gothic appealed to me—with … Continue reading

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Preparing for a Doctor’s Appointment by Hannah Alexander

I know it’s difficult to keep up with all the new rules and regulations with insurance, medical sharing groups, and physician visits. If you think it’s hard for you, just think how wild it can get at the doctor’s office … Continue reading

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Comfort Zone by Camy Tang

So, yesterday I joined my church’s missions committee. It was something totally out of the blue. I was sitting in service listening to a missionary talk about the work he and his family have done in Japan for the last … Continue reading

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When Life Isn’t Fair by Julie Arduini

Growing up, my sister and I spent time with favorite cousins. It was a respite of sorts from a chaotic season and the cousins offered zany moments and memories that are still fresh for me. My cousin, the father of … Continue reading

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One Path to Success by Hannah Alexander

I once had a third grade teacher who always told us to smile with our eyes, which never quite made sense to me. How does one smile with one’s eyes? Doesn’t the mouth have something to do with it? Not … Continue reading

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Christmas in October! by Tara Randel

Christmas in October? Absolutely. I’m thrilled to announce the release of A HEARTWARMING CHRISTMAS. This holiday season, warm your heart with 12 connected sweet holiday romances set in Christmas Town, Maine from 12 Harlequin Heartwarming authors who are USA Today, … Continue reading

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Something Ventured…by Kristen Heitzmann

Every new endeavor comes with some level of stress, it seems. While exciting, Indie Publishing has tipped my stress meter into the red. Told You So has had its professional edits and is awaiting one final proofread, then on to formatting by … Continue reading

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You Can Count On One Thing

Autumn is my favorite season of the year. How about you? To me, the fall weather is perfect. I love the cooler temperature, for one. Not too hot and not too cold. Just perfect. With the change in the season comes … Continue reading

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Invisible Illness Awareness Reflections by Julie Arduini

Last week I dedicated most of my personal blog posts to Invisible Illness Awareness Week. I shared our experience with our daughter, a 12 year old who has been diagnosed with congenital hypothyroidism, Hashimoto’s, and Albrights Hereditary Osteodystrophy. I also … Continue reading

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Praise in Prayer by Camy Tang

Hi guys! I’ve been blogging a lot about prayer lately, but it’s because my pastor is going through the Lord’s Prayer at church and the sermons are really hitting me. This past Sunday I felt God convicting me about my … Continue reading

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