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A Maundy Thursday Devotion

Growing up we had two paintings in my house that I can distinctly remember always being there.  One was a painting of The Last Supper with Jesus standing up at the table, arms stretched out as if welcoming each disciple into them.  The other was of an old man, hands folded in prayer, with aContinue reading “A Maundy Thursday Devotion”

SPRING – (A Tautogram with “S”)

Spring sets scenes, secretly and silently. Sparrows sing. Sunshine’s savored. Subtle showers sprinkle. Snowdrops surface- Spring’s spotlight. The above is my first ever Tautogram. It was a great creative exercise! I chose the letter “S” to try. A Tautogram is a poem where every word begins with the same letter. It’s harder than you think,Continue reading “SPRING – (A Tautogram with “S”)”

Elevator Pitch Encouragement

Last night was the first time, in person, that I gave an elevator pitch of my book. It wasn’t to an agent or publisher. It was at a dinner table of a C.S. Lewis book group. The question of “What is your book about?” came after I was asked if I painted like my husband.Continue reading “Elevator Pitch Encouragement”

Eavesdropping on Beauty

The two ladies sat in chestnut, faux leather chairs. The small, round table between them held the coffee for one and a water bottle for the other. Their conversation caught my attention as I browsed the reference books behind them. They spoke of their favorite authors, Bible verses, and Christian songs. There were moments ofContinue reading “Eavesdropping on Beauty”

Returning to my First Call

This is short and sweet . . . I feel such a strong calling to go back to writing devotions and inspirational non-fiction. I will continue to search for an agent and publishing opportunities for my novel, of course, but I need to adhere to the call. So, I am asking you, my follower, ifContinue reading “Returning to my First Call”