I don’t want to be a downer, but 2015 for me was the pits in many ways. But guess what? God is still on the throne and Jesus is coming soon! Will He come in 2016? Who will be elected president? If you listen to the doomsayers, it’s going to be a defining year and danger is just around the …
The most adorable elf
Like many of us moms, grandmas and pastor’s wives, I’m more than a little swamped this Christmas season. Thankfully, That Dad Blog has posted some of the most adorable real-life baby elf on the shelf photos you’ll ever see! Enjoy! Click to see Our Real Life Elf on the Shelf Tweet this: Dad Transforms His Adorable 4-Month-Old Son into a Real-Life Elf …
What’s on your writing desk, Roberta C. M. DeCaprio?
Today I’m pleased to introduce you to fellow writer, Roberta C. M. DeCaprio. Roberta is a prolific writer and (BONUS!) married to a screenwriter. I’d like to invite Roberta back sometime and find out what it’s like having two writers in the house! Roberta has a lovely blog and website here. Check out her cozy writing space: K: Tell …
Top 10 Christmas Gifts for Busy Writers (Or at least for this one)
I love writerly gifts. But most of the time, my friends and family haven’t a clue what such things are. I may leave my computer open to this post in case Mr. Himself walks by… Here are my top 10 picks this Christmas in no particular order. Number One: Jane Austen Action Figures and anything Jane Austen. Such as this, …
Time — it’s not what you think!
Today I’m blogging on my teaching portfolio website. Please check it out and let me know what you think! I have some happy news to share there. Yes, I have a life outside of writing. Believe it or not. I’d like to think it makes me a better writer. Mostly, though, I think it makes me tired. That one time …
To my dear readers
Dearest Most Darling Reader, My website hosting is weird. Half the time it doesn’t let me in to blog. In its eagerness to protect me from hackers it even blocks ME! And the server people don’t work on weekends (when I have more time to blog) so by the time I’m allowed back in to work, my inspiration has flown …
The Charlie Charlie Challenge
The Fringe Files: topics that are edgy and out of this world. There’s a new trend among young folks. Actually, it’s not new at all. It’s as old as time itself. And it’s just as dangerous as it’s always been. Since Halloween happens in October, I feel led to address the dangers of interacting with demons in the spirit realm. …
My Interview on the Wealthy Wednesday Radio Show!
Everything you wanted to know about me but were afraid to ask. I hope you’ll take the time to listen to my interview on the Wealthy Wednesday Show and leave your comments and questions. I love interacting with you! Thank you to Luci McMonagle for inviting me to be on her show. I had a blast. Enjoy! Kindly tweet: Interview with Karla …
The Methuselah Project by Rick Barry
Order at Amazon Order at Barnes and Noble Order at Kregel Since I’ve been overbooked, I asked a friend of mine, Joe Fausnight, to read and review this book for me. Here’s his take: Captain Greene was an American Pilot from Indiana who was flying missions over Germany in 1943 when he was shot down. As his plane fell he …
How I Get It All Done (Sorta)
Like you, I’m insanely busy. Sometimes I feel as if I don’t even have time to breathe. This can make writing hard. Not only for finding time to write, but having the mental clarity to write. It doesn’t get easier as we get older. We need a lot more brain support in terms of exercise, nutrition and supplements. I was …