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January 6, 2020
13 Things I Learned in 13 Years of Marriage.
Today, January 6, 2020, my husband and I are celebrating our 13th wedding anniversary. We have been blessed beyond measure and I am happy to say we have had a good 13 years together. I’m looking forward to what the Lord has instore for us over the next 13 years.
[image error]Recently, some engaged friends of ours were assigned to meet with another “mentor” couple as part of their pre-marital counseling. They asked if we would answer some questions and share some advice. As I made notes for what I would...
New! Memorable Monday #1
Welcome toMemorable Monday! The purpose ofMemorable Mondayis to showcase an influential book read in the past that still sticks with you today. This fun Monday morning post is hosted by my friend Becca atThe Becca Files.
For my first Memorable Monday, I am sharing a book from my teenage years, The Measure of a Heart by Janette Oke. This book was such a blessing to me as I struggled with a low self-image. It helped me as I learned to see myself through God’s eyes.
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January 2, 2020
His Encouragement #1- Personal Verse for 2020
I’ve joined my blogging friends for a new facet of my blog, called His Encouragement, inspiring scriptures shared each Thursday. My hope and my prayer is that these scriptures each week will bless your heart and encourage your soul.
Fear thou not; for I am with thee: be not dismayed; for I am thy God: I will strengthen thee; yea, I will help thee; yea, I will uphold thee with the right hand of my righteousness.
Isaiah 41:10 KJV
This past year, for the first time, I claimed a personal verse...
December 31, 2019
Top Ten Tuesday: Top Ten Favorite Books of 2019

Welcome to Top Ten Tuesday on Stories By Gina. Thank you for joining me for another Top Ten Tuesday withThe Artsy Reader.

It’s the last Tuesday of 2019, and so, like many others, today I am sharing my top ten reads of 2019. It was hard to narrow down the lists. I read so many amazing books during the year (62) to be exact. If you’d like to see my whole list, you can do so at Goodreads.
Without further ado, in no particular order, my top ten books list of 2019.
1) The Number of Love [image error] 2)...December 27, 2019
His Encouragement #38- Prince of Peace
I’ve joined my blogging friends for a new facet of my blog, called His Encouragement, inspiring scriptures shared each Thursday. My hope and my prayer is that these scriptures each week will bless your heart and encourage your soul.
For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given: and the government shall be upon his shoulder: and his name shall be called Wonderful, Counsellor, The mighty God, The everlasting Father, The Prince of Peace.
Isaiah 9:6 KJV
Welcome to the Christmas Season! The...
December 20, 2019
Merry Christmas- Free eBooks!!
Merry Christmas! As my gift to you this year, both my books are available for FREE from December 21 through Christmas Day! Be sure to pick up a copy!
Whither Shall I Go?, a historical romance https://www.amazon.com/dp/B074GZY6SQ/
No Greater Love, a romantic suspense https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07PG1CVTD/
[image error]December 19, 2019
Book Review: Seconds to Live by Susan Sleeman + Giveaway!!
When cybercriminals hack into the US Marshals’ Witness Protection database and auction off witnesses’ personal details to the highest bidders, the RED Team led by FBI Agent Sean Nichols begins a high-stakes chase to find the hacker. But before he can even get started, the first witness is targeted and barely escapes with her life. Sean believes Phantom, an obsessed hacker who previously outwitted the top minds in the field, is behind the attack, and Sean needs this witness’s help, as she’s...
Book Review: Serving Up Love
Bestselling novelist Tracie Peterson joins Karen Witemeyer, Regina Jennings, and Jen Turano in this collection of four novellas, each featuring a Harvey Girl heroine. From Kansas to Texas, the Grand Canyon to New Mexico, the stories cross the country with tales of sweet romance and entertaining history.
On the Menu for These Ladies?
Adventure, Independence, and a Big Serving of Romance!
A storied part of American history, Harvey Houses offered women a unique chance to gain independence and...
His Encouragement #37- The everlasting Father
I’ve joined my blogging friends for a new facet of my blog, called His Encouragement, inspiring scriptures shared each Thursday. My hope and my prayer is that these scriptures each week will bless your heart and encourage your soul.
For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given: and the government shall be upon his shoulder: and his name shall be called Wonderful, Counsellor, The mighty God, The everlasting Father, The Prince of Peace.
Isaiah 9:6 KJV
Welcome to the Christmas Season! The...
December 12, 2019
His Encouragement #36- The mighty God
I’ve joined my blogging friends for a new facet of my blog, called His Encouragement, inspiring scriptures shared each Thursday. My hope and my prayer is that these scriptures each week will bless your heart and encourage your soul.
For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given: and the government shall be upon his shoulder: and his name shall be called Wonderful, Counsellor, The mighty God, The everlasting Father, The Prince of Peace.
Isaiah 9:6 KJV
Welcome to the Christmas Season! The...