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Another 50 Years

Earlier this month, hubs and I celebrated our 26th Wedding Anniversary,and this weekend, my dear one will finally catch up to me when he turns 50.
I cannot imagine life without him, and I thank God for him every day. Cherish the moments . . . and Happy Birthday, Babe!

Recommended Reading ~ A Worthy Heart

A Worthy Heart, by Susan Anne Mason

Maggie Montgomery's long-held wish to see America is finally coming true. She'll visit her beloved brother Rylan and his wife, Colleen, and at the same time, escape Neill Fitzgerald's unwanted attention. In addition, Maggie has a secret! She plans to remain in America to seek her fortune and to hopefully find love. While visiting Irish Meadows, she meets an intriguing man whom she thinks is a stable hand. Only when Rylan demands she stay away from Adam O'Leary does she realize he's Colleen's brother, recently released from prison. Nonetheless, Maggie can't seem to make her heart conform to her brother's request.
Adam O'Leary has never felt worthy of his place in the family. Spending time in jail only reinforces his belief. Now that he's free, Adam hopes to make amends and earn back his family's trust. Falling in love with Maggie Montgomery, however, was never in his plans. Despite everyone's effort to keep them apart, the two develop a bond nothing can break--but has Adam truly changed, or will the sins of his past prove too much for Maggie to overcome? Buy the book HERE. Susan Anne Mason's historical novel Irish Meadows won the Fiction from the Heartland contest from the Mid-American Romance Authors Chapter of RWA. A member of ACFW, as well, she lives outside of Toronto, Ontario, with her husband and two children. She can be found online at www.susanannemason.co

This Week's Recipes

Here are this week's new additions at Country at Heart Recipes. This weekend, The Vogts Sisters will perform at the Remnant Cafe in Parsons, KS.See more HERE. 
Chicken Salad Sandwiches
Lasagna Soup
Angela Strong shares her recipe for Crock Pot Berry Cobbler

Going Gray

When I turned 50 this past SeptemberI decided it was time to stop coloring my hair.After 25 years of trying to hide the gray, I'd had enough.
Here I am 3 months after my last coloring treatment.It's been interesting to see the real me appear in the mirror.
I cannot help but wonder how I'll look when I'm completely silver...as I'm suspecting I'll be after a few more cuts at the salon. My husband and family have been very supportive in my decision, and I've found online support from others who are "going gray" on a Facebook page called Gray and Proud. Stay tuned and I'll update you again in another month or two. 
As always...Enjoy the moments . . . 

Recommended Reading ~ Undaunted Hope

Undaunted Hope, by Jody Hedlund

Tessa Taylor arrives in 1870s Upper Peninsula, Michigan, planning to serve as a new teacher to the town. Much to her dismay, however, she immediately learns that there was a mistake, that the town had requested a male teacher. Percival Updegraff, superintendent and chief mine clerk, says she can stay through winter since they won't be able to locate a new teacher before then, and Tessa can't help but say she is in his debt. Little does she know that Percival will indeed keep track of all that she owes him.

Determined to become indispensable, Tessa throws herself into teaching, and soon the children of the widowed lighthouse keeper have decided she's the right match for their grieving father. Their uncle and assistant light keeper, Alex Bjorklund, has his own feelings for Tessa. As the two brothers begin competing for her hand, Tessa increasingly feels that someone is tracking her every move, and she may not be able to escape the trap that has been laid for her. Buy the book HERE. 
Jody Hedlund is the author of over a dozen novels, including Love Unexpected, Captured by Love, Unending Devotion,The Preacher's Bride, and A Noble Groom, winner of the 2014 Carol Award for historical romance. She received a bachelor's degree from Taylor University and a master's from the University of Wisconsin, both in social work. She lives in Michigan with her husband and five children. She loves hearing from readers on Facebook and on her blog at www.jodyhedlund.com.

This Week's Recipes

Here are this week's new additions at Country at Heart Recipes.
Tonight the Vogts Sisters will perform at Root Coffeehouse in Pittsburg, KS. See more HERE.Have a Happy Valentine's Day Weekend! 
Valentine's Day Menu Ideas
Old Fashioned Sugar Cookies

Featured Author, Janet Sketchley, shares her recipe for Oatmeal Brown Bread

A Valentine's Day Book Drawing

I married my sweetheart on Valentine's Day twenty-six years ago.In an ice storm.It was cold. Freezing. Icy even. 
This week I'm offering a Valentine's Day Book Drawing for: 

Three Inspirational Romance Books
Enter below and be sure to leave a comment on this blog by naminga Favorite Romance Movie to watch, or a Favorite Restaurant to go to on Valentine's Day.

a Rafflecopter giveaway

*The winner will be announced here on Monday, February 15.Only entries inside the US will be accepted. Please leave an email address in your comment so I have a way to contact you if you win!

Recommended Reading ~ With This Ring?

With This Ring? 
by Karen Witemeyer, Mary Connealy,
Regina Jennings, and Melissa Jagears

Romance isn't always a fairy tale---and doesn't always go quite the way couples intend it to!

Four top historical romance novelists team up in this new collection to offer stories of love and romance with a twist of humor. In Karen Witemeyer's "The Husband Maneuver," Marietta Hawkins decides to grab the reins when the ranch foreman she loves seems to be leaving forever. Regina Jennings offers "Her Dearly Unintended," where friends stranded by a rising river pretend to be newlyweds when a dangerous stranger arrives. 

Mary Connealy's "Runaway Bride" finds a Texas ranger getting more than he expected when he rescues a young woman fleeing a dangerous arranged marriage. And Melissa Jagears' "Engaging the Competition" finds a young woman forced to assist the man she's often sparred with after an accident leaves him helpless. Each tale is a fun blend of history and romance that will delight readers. Buy the book HERE. 

This Week's Recipes

Here are this week's new additions at Country at Heart Recipes.This Saturday The Vogts Sisters will perform at Common Grounds Coffeehouse in Fort Scott, KS. See more details HERE. 
Cheesy Garlic Biscuits
Peanut Butter Caramel Popcorn

Super Bowl Party Menu Ideas

2016 Called to Write Conference

If you are a writer or dream of writing one day,consider attending the 2016 Called to Write ConferenceLamplighter Inn & Suites, Pittsburg, KS
April 7-9, 2016
Featured Speakers

Kim Vogel Sawyer - best-selling, award-winning author with more than one million copies of her books currently in print. Awards include the ACFW Carol Award, the Inspirational Readers Choice Award, and the Gayle Wilson Award of Excellence. Sawyer lives in central Kansas, where she and her retired military husband, Don, run a bed-and-breakfast inn with the help of their feline companions. She savors time with her daughters and grandchildren.
Tamera Clymer - journalist, publisher and speaker. Born and raised in the Midwest, she earned a journalism degree from Kansas State University. After working for 15 years in the television and newspaper industry, she felt it was time to use her writing skills to glorify God. In 2010, she founded CrossRiver Media Group — a Christian publishing company. Tamara and her husband, Shad have been married for more than twenty-five years. They have four children and live in western Kansas where they keep busy with sports, church activities and camping trips to the mountains.
See more speakers HERE.
Special Services include one-on-one appointments for: critiques; help setting up a blog, website, or with social media; coaching on Scrivener; coaching on your writing life. There will also be read-around groups and writing books for sale.
Writing Contest - Deadline March 1, 2016
See more information at www.CalledToWriteConference.wordpress...
(Sponsored by Christian Writers Fellowship)