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May 16, 2017
Vlog: The Secret Slipper (about, questions answered, all that fun stuff)
Nine days until release day! Today I'm sharing a bit of the behind-the-scenes stuff with my first (I think?) Vlog post. :)
Have more questions about Slipper? Ask!!
If for some reason the video doesn't want to play: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K7g2txGlbxc&feature=youtu.be
Have more questions about Slipper? Ask!!
If for some reason the video doesn't want to play: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K7g2txGlbxc&feature=youtu.be
May 15, 2017
Scripture Graphics #39
How often do complaints slip out of our hearts and mouths, without stopping to consider that God hears us...and that ultimately, we are complaining against the One Who allowed our circumstance?Contrast this though with Psalm 69:30-31:"I will praise the name of God with a song, and will magnify him with thanksgiving. This also shall please the LORD better than an ox or bullock that hath horns and hoofs."
How can we glorify God in our lives? By praising Him -- not just about the good things, but...
May 13, 2017
Grandpa Hugs | Book Review
Another children's book on the radar today! I really think I'm getting addicted to children's books...
Fuzzy bunnies, howling wolves, nimble monkeys, and other animals sprinkle the pages of this adorable little book, exploring the times that grandpa's spend with their grandchildren, such as playing games, reading books, telling jokes, and sharing a comfy, cozy chair. The rhymes are fun with a great flow. This isn't necessarily a Christian book (there is one reference to God), but it is very sw...
Fuzzy bunnies, howling wolves, nimble monkeys, and other animals sprinkle the pages of this adorable little book, exploring the times that grandpa's spend with their grandchildren, such as playing games, reading books, telling jokes, and sharing a comfy, cozy chair. The rhymes are fun with a great flow. This isn't necessarily a Christian book (there is one reference to God), but it is very sw...
May 12, 2017
First Line Friday 5.12.17
Happy Friday! Today's FLF, I'm featuring the first line from a new favorite: Paige Torn. I absolutely have to get my hands on book two!
First line:“Living in Texas can be awesome. Or awful.” Paige Torn by Erynn MangumYou may see my review here.And... about the book...Everyone knows they can count on Paige Alder. But between volunteering at church, putting in overtime at work, and helping her best friend plan an anniversary party, she's lucky to grab a cheese stick for dinner. Paige ca...
First line:“Living in Texas can be awesome. Or awful.” Paige Torn by Erynn MangumYou may see my review here.And... about the book...Everyone knows they can count on Paige Alder. But between volunteering at church, putting in overtime at work, and helping her best friend plan an anniversary party, she's lucky to grab a cheese stick for dinner. Paige ca...
May 10, 2017
Abigail Johnson music
It's Wednesday. The day I usually have a new WAJN video to share. If you've been keeping tabs, however, it's been a few weeks since that has happened, and I offer my sincerest apologies. I will spill that I'm working on another big music project that has taken my time away from weekly WAJN songs. Lord willing I'll be able to share more information in the summer.
This week, instead of my own song, I'd like to share about a fellow-arranger, Abigail Johnson. She has several songs up on her YouTub...
This week, instead of my own song, I'd like to share about a fellow-arranger, Abigail Johnson. She has several songs up on her YouTub...
May 9, 2017
The Secret Slipper - last day to sign up!
Today is the last day to sign up for The Secret Slipper blog tour! (Also read: last day to get an eBook of "Slipper" for free ;) ) Slipper will be on tour May 25-June 4 and I'd really like to have just four more bloggers! If you've already signed up, please pass the word along to a fellow blogger and reader. SIGN UP HERE!!!
Now, for you...
or for me (?)...what are some questions you have about "The Secret Slipper?" It can be anything from process to characters to writing struggles to...
Now, for you...
or for me (?)...what are some questions you have about "The Secret Slipper?" It can be anything from process to characters to writing struggles to...
May 8, 2017
Scripture Graphics #38
What a good example for us to follow! How many things -- even "good things" -- do we jump into without first seeking God? Do we think we should prosper, if we have *not* begun with seeking God?
It doesn't matter how often I read this verse, I always need the reminder. What I need wisdom for today may not be what I needed wisdom for yesterday, yet when I ask God, He is always faithful to supply the wisdom I need.
"Let no corrupt communication proceed out of your mouth, but that which is good to...
May 6, 2017
Books I Read - April 2017
It's still April, isn't it? ;P Seriously, yesterday I wrote "April 5" TWICE--and I didn't even realize it until this morning. How many of you have a hard time transitioning into May?
So, now that I have convinced myself that it is, indeed, May, it's time for April reading recap! I actually read a lot in April (mostly in the beginning of the month). Like I may have beat January's book-count. Of course, many of these were short. ;) And most of them were fantastic reads!
Books I've been waiting fo...
So, now that I have convinced myself that it is, indeed, May, it's time for April reading recap! I actually read a lot in April (mostly in the beginning of the month). Like I may have beat January's book-count. Of course, many of these were short. ;) And most of them were fantastic reads!
Books I've been waiting fo...
May 5, 2017
Behind the Scenes | Giveaway, Blog Tour, FLF
Happy Friday! I'm here with another book for review and First Line Friday. ;)
First Line:
"Pressing her nose against the glass of the carriage window, Miss Permilia Griswold felt her stomach begin to churn as she took note of the throngs of people lining Fifth Avenue."
~*~*~Also, be sure to hop along to all of these other blogs and see what First Lines they have to share!Please note that I may not fully endorse all of the books that these bloggers read or the content in these blogs.
Sa...
First Line:
"Pressing her nose against the glass of the carriage window, Miss Permilia Griswold felt her stomach begin to churn as she took note of the throngs of people lining Fifth Avenue."
~*~*~Also, be sure to hop along to all of these other blogs and see what First Lines they have to share!Please note that I may not fully endorse all of the books that these bloggers read or the content in these blogs.
Sa...
May 4, 2017
Jesus Loves Me | Book Review
Children's book plus music...of course this is a book that called my name! The children's son, "Jesus Loves Me" is coupled with woodland art and fun, whimsical text. Three verses of "Jesus Loves Me" are depicted in this book. The first verse that we all know, but then the other two I don't recall ("As He loved so long ago" and "Walking with me on my way"). I didn't particularly care for the fact that the last two verses kind of seemed to illustrate Jesus as a moose (when it said "Taking child...
