Whenever I watch a movie that makes me pause and think, I grab a pen and take notes. Evan Almighty is one of those fun “what if” movies that included several take-aways. Here is my Part-1 list of take-aways from Evan Almighty. 1…. [read more]
Taking Risks-One Word at a Time
These last three months have been so difficult to watch one of my kids go through some of the most heartbreaking moments of their life. But God was at work, slowly working behind the scenes. And here we are, walking into the light at the end of the… [read more]
Learning to Live from Walking Dead
(Ancoradesign.deviantart.com/art/The-Walking-Dead-Poster-Season-4) How can you learn to live from a dead person? Just pick up a biography, try these: Albert Einstein, Martin Luther King, and Steve Jobs. These people changed the face of our planet. You can learn a lot from a dead guy. … [read more]
5 Things I Learned about Writing from Watching Walking Dead
In keeping with the October Halloween theme, I’m including one of my favorite TV shows in today’s post. Can you guess which show I’m referring to? Here are my top five lessons in writing that I’ve picked up from watching AMC’s Walking Dead. Great writing… [read more]
Writing and Health ~ Taking Care of Your Assets and Avoiding RSI
Writing can take a toll on your body. Your greatest assets are your wrists, hands, fingers, elbows, and back. Sitting all day can also affect your heart, nervous system, while staring at a computer screen can damage your eyesight. Not to mention, depression or mood… [read more]
Middle Grade Book Review ~ The Invisible Thread by ~ Yoshiko Uchida
I fell in love with this author while doing some research for a short story contest called the SELTI, Southeastern Literary Tourism Initiative, check them out here. The Invisible Thread was the story of young Yoshiko Uchida and her family’s heartbreaking experience during WWII. After… [read more]
9 Things Jogging and Writing Have in Common
I’ve never jogged before – I’ve always been a walker. You know the type. I put on my ear buds and causally walk around the neighborhood taking it all in. I may or may not break a sweat. But now that I’m older, what once worked… [read more]
HEALTHY LIVING ~ How to be careful with your words ~
Words have power, the power to build up or tear down. As a writer, I try to choose my words carefully. It’s easier to see them on paper. Many times words have stumbled out of my mouth before I gave much thought to what I was… [read more]
WRITING & BLOGGING 101: Some of my favorite writing blogs.
As a writer/blogger, things are always changing as technology ever increases, markets change, readers follow new trends, etc. Keeping up with those can be challenging. You can’t spend all of your time reading every blog, book, or article. Find some that you really enjoy reading…. [read more]
~ Please welcome, novelist, Gina Holmes ~
Gina is the founder of popular literary site, novelrocket.com. She is a two-time Christy and ECPA Book of the Year finalist and winner of the INSPY, Inspirational Reader’s Choice, and Carol Award. Her books regularly appear on Christian bestseller lists. Gina, tell us… [read more]
What God Really Wants
That was the question today in church. It’s amazing to me, if you look for it, how God speaks to people. Often He will bring the same scripture, topic, or message via different avenues. This week the same message popped up everywhere; my regular Bible… [read more]
31 Days of Praise ~ How to Renew your Mind, Attitude, and Dreams
During one of the most difficult moves we made, (#21 I think, I’ve lost count), a dear friend gave me a little book by Ruth & Warren Myers, 31 Days of Praise, Enjoying God Anew. It was heartbreaking to leave our home, friends, lifestyle, and… [read more]
Meet Author ~ Jolina Petersheim ~ Bestselling Author of The Outcast
(Please leave a comment for a chance to win a free copy of The Midwife) Hello Jolina, Tell me about yourself: My name is Jolina Petersheim, and I live with my husband and young daughter in the mountains of East Tennessee. Who is… [read more]
Meet Author ~ Kellie Coates Gilbert
(Please leave a comment for a chance to win a free copy of A Woman of Fortune) Kellie, Tell me about yourself: Thank you for hosting me on your blog, Cindy. For your followers who have never met me, I’m Kellie… [read more]
Summer's Love ~Stu Summers ~ A Twofer
Lighthouse Publishing of the Carolinas surprised me with this sweet book. It’s one of those “You’ve Got Mail” love stories that we all hate to love. It is a surprising read in many ways and I couldn’t seem to put it down. I’ve started plenty of… [read more]
Meet Anne Baxter Campbell ~ The Roman's Quest
I asked Anne to tell me about her journey into writing, here’s what she had to say… What made me want to be a writer? I love words. Words can paint the most marvelous pictures in the mind. For instance, just say the word, “mysterious.”… [read more]
Freshen up That Front Door ~ Tips for Selling a Home
Spring is making its way to the Alabama coast. Most folks notice all the green and pastel colors popping up. Here at the beach, we notice all the vehicles loaded with vacation stuff on Gulf Shores Parkway, a very good thing. As a tourist… [read more]
3 Creative Benefits of RELAXATION
A little peace and quiet can go a long way in boosting your CREATIVE Genius. 1. REDUCES STRESS LEVELS Studies have shown that taking time out of your day to turn off everything, allows your body to naturally relax. Taking that time late in the… [read more]
Note to Self ~Rules for when you become a Published Author~
1. Never let reviews rule you. Write what God gives you to write, then throw it into the soil. Let him grow it the way He wants to. Negative comments can keep us from pride but like darkness can blot out the… [read more]
Wildwood Creek ~ One Story, Two Mysteries ~ By Lisa Wingate
Take a historical fact, throw in one of the biggest droughts in Texas history, a bit of folk lore, a curious author on a summer road trip, an odd monument, and… “VOILA!” You have a mystery. Meet one of my Most Favorite authors and persons in… [read more]
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