PRIDE GOES BEFORE THE FALL

   At the age of eleven the world suddenly took shape, colors became deep and brilliant, the chalky hieroglyphs on the blackboard became words that I could read. That was the year, 1948, that I was prescribed glasses. In my new world of color and clarity, it was all so amazing, and with eagerness, I [...]

National Anthem at Detroit Tiger’s game with Gail Gaymer Martin and the Detroit Lutheran Singers.

Have you ever had the opportunity to sang the Natinal Anthem before thousands of people? The Detroit Lutheran Singers had the chance to do just that at Comerica Park for the Tiger’s game against Houston on May 14. Not only did we have the wonderful experience, but the Tiger’s won. We were invited back for [...]

Writer’s Conference in Owosso MI, Keynote Speaker: Gail Gaymer Martin

I will be delivering a keynote address on the topic: Our Dreams, God’s Blessings, a message of humor, hope, and direction.   Mid-Michigan Christian Writers Forum’s 1st Annual Conference Theme: “Memories & Muse: God Centered Writing When: Saturday, May 25, 2013 Doors open at 10:15 AM Program Starts 11:00 AM-3:00 PM Where: Comstock Inn & [...]

If We All Had This Spirit at 88 – and two book winners

Winners from the May Drawing for a free book was doubled: Bonnie Traher from PA and Vickie Berryhill. Congrats! Think about it. This could be you!

Speaking As An Extension of Fiction Writing

 Speaking As An Extension of Fiction Writing  Wednesday I was the guest of a Blog Radio Program for Christian Communicators, a private radio prograpm for members of this organization, but now the link is free to share with others who might like to learn more about speaking that was birthed from a fiction writing career.  [...]

Lesson From A Kitten

 Fifteen years ago, before I wrote long fiction, I sold many stories to children’s magazines.  The Littlest Kitten sold to three different publications, the original sale and two with reprint rights. This genre was good training for me and led into my amazing career in adult fiction. “Music.” I searched around the yard, worried about [...]

Rebekah – a new release from Jill Eileen Smith

I always enjoy sharing a new release from one of my writer friends. Jill Eileen Smith and I met shortly after I was first published and she followed a time later. REBEKAH by Jill Eileen Smith 4 Stars from RT Book Reviews Can love heal the rift between two souls? When her beloved father dies [...]

New Release from Maureen Lang – All In Good Time

  I always enjoy sharing new book releases with readers,  especially when they are authors who are my friends.  I’ve known Maureen for a long time. She and I have  followed each other’s writing journeys for many years.  I hope you will enjoy her newest book which for today (April 1) only, the e-book is free! See more details [...]

Easter—Bread for the Body and Soul

A sandwich, two slices of bread and filling: ham and cheese, bologna and mustard, or the favorite, peanut butter and jelly, is a nourishing meal. What would we do without sandwiches? What would we do without bread? “Give us this day our daily bread,” we pray in the Lord’s Prayer. Indeed the Lord has and [...]

Puppy Chow Snack Mix

When I was in Sedona entertaining lots of guests, one of my LI author friends, I believe, gave us this recipe. Since it contained two of my favorite ingredients — chocolate and peanut butter — I was excited to try it so with company arriving, I made a batch. I’d never heard of Crispix cereal [...]