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Mountain Bathing by Kristen Heitzmann

The mountains are calling and I must go. ~ John Muir Shinrin-yoku is Japanese for forest bathing or, in other words, getting into the trees and drinking in the fragrance, the sounds, and sights. This is suggested to promote health and serenity. … Continue reading

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Rain, Rain….Go Away! by Tara Randel

It has been a monsoon here in Florida. Okay, maybe because I’m a writer I exaggerate a little, but boy, have we been soggy! This morning the frogs, who have to be the only creatures enjoying this weather, were so … Continue reading

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How’s Your Acting Ability?

This is one of the most off-beat pieces I’m going to write because I’m so NOT an expert in the field of behavior control–or acting, as it’s called in one book I’m studying. I’m still learning. I did dream of … Continue reading

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Reaching the non-Christians in Japan by Camy Tang

I had a really interesting conversation with two young women who are staff with me for our church youth group. Both of these women are in their mid twenties, and one is from China, so their age and backgrounds give … Continue reading

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Behind the Scenes at a Book Club by Julie Arduini

I have a confession. I’m an avid reader who has never been to an actual book club. I did an online one once, but I’ve never attended one. Until this summer. The book? My own. The women’s ministry at my … Continue reading

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Faith in the Margins by Vicki Hinze

  A short while back, I had a conversation with a devoted believer who is struggling in her personal life and in her professional life.  Usually, we’re stable in one and upset in the other, which gives us a little … Continue reading

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Christmas In July? by Tara Randel

Yes, you read that right. Christmas in July. At least that’s what you’d think with the shopping channels offering specials for Christmas. Even daytime cooking shows are in on the action. C’mon, you’re thinking. I still have a couple of … Continue reading

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Decisions, Decisions

Have you ever been faced with a decision between two comparatively good choices? Which is the right one? We’ve all been there dozens of times, from small choices such as paint color for a wall, to larger choices such as … Continue reading

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Submit my heart to God by Camy Tang

I’ve been discipling a young woman at church who used to be in my youth group, so I’ve seen her grow up, to an extent. She’s very busy with graduate school right now, but there’s a young man she’s met … Continue reading

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Summer Reading by Tara Randel

Summer is here! The kids are out of school. It’s vacation season! What better time to escape between the pages of a good book? Whether you’re at the beach or poolside, slathered in SPF 50 and drinking a cool beverage, … Continue reading

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My Speech This Morning

I’m speaking at two libraries today, and when I walked into the first one I had an idea what I was going to say. I’d brought books to give away, so I knew those kind ladies would go home happy … Continue reading

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A Kindle Fire Giveaway!

It’s vacation time! Whether you’re going someplace new or old, planning an exotic trip or a staycation, chances are booklovers like us will be packing a new title or two for those leisure moments of rest and relaxation. And I … Continue reading

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A COOL THING TO DO!

Blue Ridge “Autumn in the Mountains” Christian Novelist Retreat Retreat for writers wanting to learn more about the craft and creativity of writing novels – all genres – contemporary and historical October 18-22, 2015 Theme: Hope in the middle of … Continue reading

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Summer Reads and Movies

I think summer is passing me by and I haven’t started having fun yet. How about you? I’m a home schooling mom and also write novels so the summer gives me a break from the toughest part of my day … Continue reading

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Adirondack Reflections by Julie Arduini

Last month I was invited to speak in Speculator, New York and share the writing process behind my Adirondack romance, Entrusted. What made it extra special was I spoke at the Lake Pleasant library, a place I used as inspiration … Continue reading

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