Sitting on my steps A hummingbird comes to me Close enough to touch This haiku was inspired by two visits I received by hummingbirds this week. Both of these visits happened while sitting on my steps. The first time a hummingbird flew close to me, was on Wednesday. It didn’t come near enough to touch, … Read more
With the Voice of an angel and the eyes of a child Your song so sweet and tender Your touch so meek and mile Now that you’re with me, I’ll shed no more tears My dear sweet child You’re welcome here! You’re welcome here, you’re welcome here No more sorrow, no need to fear. Long … Read more
Today’s special guest is a Christian romantic suspense author. If you’re familiar with the Love Inspired Suspense books, then you’ll see her name on covers of some of these books, along with the books she’s written for Revel Books. Click the links below to see and hear our delightful conversation. Please note, for those of … Read more
Today I want to thank beetlypeet for promoting my book entitled The Spirit of Creativity: Inspirational Poems for the Creative at Heart. If you’d like to get news about my author journey, books I’m currently reading and announcements about new releases dropped into your in box, please sign up for my mailing list and receive … Read more
Today’s special guest is fast becoming one of my favorite authors, because she writes in the genre that I absolutely love. Click the links below to see and hear our engaging conversation. Don’t forget to sign up for my newsletter to receive a free short story. INSPIRATIONAL JOURNEYS PRESENTS! Special Guest Interview with Lynette Eason! … Read more
Hello everyone in the blogosphere. The following links will take you to the video and podcast versions of my August newsletter. I recorded the newsletter yesterday, so when I say “have a blessed Sunday afternoon:, be sure to substitute Sunday with whatever day you’re watching or listening to the recording. If you would like to … Read more
Yesterday, I had a delightful conversation with a Christian romance author, but that’s not all she does. Some of my readers will be happy to note that she’s a puppy raiser for Guide Dogs for the Blind. Click the links below to view and hear our conversation. If you’d like more behind the scenes updates … Read more
Have you ever taken the time to think about how songs from the past effect you now, compared to their affect on you back then? Let me explain what I mean. Last night, as I lay in bed, listening to some relaxing instrumental music on my Echo Dot, a song popped into my head from … Read more
The morning air smells fresh and clean after The midnight rain The wind blows through my hair As the chimes ring out their sweet refrain. On my steps I sit in contemplation As the gentle breeze kicks up a burst of inspiration Bringing back the remnants of my story that remain In the innermost recesses … Read more
Today’s special guest is a fabulous storyteller. The proof is in the pudding with her latest book. Click the link below to listen to our fabulous conversation. Don’t forget to subscribe to my newsletter for news about my writing life, book recommendations and updates on new releases. You’ll receive a free short story as a … Read more
Here is an example of the research authors conduct to preserve our nation’s history through the art of storytelling.
In today’s episode, my special guest and I talk about her love of teaching music and her love of writing. Please click the links below to watch and/or listen to our engaging conversation. If you’d like to stay up-to-date on special podcast guests, news about my writing journey and new releases, please be sure to … Read more
In today’s episode, I had an amazing conversation with my special guest. Click the links below to tune in. INSPIRATIONAL JOURNEYS PRESENTS! Special Guest Interview with Bethany Turner! Hello: I’m proud to announce the following guest for your listening pleasure. Please be sure to read onward after the following message to learn how you can … Read more
Unfortunately, Mike Nappa was unable to be interviewed for today’s podcast episode; however, his coauthor Melissa Koski and I had a lovely conversation about their latest book, the entire Coffey and Hill series and writing in general. Click the link below to listen in, sit back and enjoy the show. INSPIRATIONAL JOURNEYS PRESENTS! Melissa Kosci! … Read more
I love a good conversation with a fellow Christian author. Please listen in as my guest and I talk about her books and her writing process. INSPIRATIONAL JOURNEYS PRESENTS! Elizabeth Goddard! Hello: I’m proud to announce the following guest for your listening pleasure. Please be sure to read onward after the following message to learn … Read more
I had an amazing conversation with an author and a fellow podcaster. Listen or sit back and watch as we discuss his writing and how he and his wife got inspired to start his show called The Stories Between Us. INSPIRATIONAL JOURNEYS PRESENTS! Shawn Smucker! Hello: I’m proud to announce the following guest for your … Read more
I’m so blessed to have had the opportunity to speak with my special guest today. Please click the links below to watch or listen to our delightful conversation. INSPIRATIONAL JOURNEYS PRESENTS! Patricia Bradley! Hello: I’m proud to announce the following guest for your listening pleasure. Please be sure to read onward after the following message … Read more
The following is a fun little writing challenge written by Derek Doepker: If you ever find perfectionism cramping your writing… Give this a shot. Set a timer for 2 minutes. And write the worst possible draft you can. I don’t mean “don’t try to make it good/perfect.” That’s the typical writing advice for working on … Read more
Hello everyone in the blogosphere, Today I have a fun blog post and challenge to share with you. The following five questions were originally posted on TMI Tuesday . I copied them from Lynda Lambert’s blog. I’m also including my answers for your reading pleasure Question 1: What is your phone screensaver at the moment? … Read more
Hello everyone in the blogosphere, Here’s today’s video and podcast episode about inserting hyperlinks in your blog posts. If you have any questions about this writing tip or you’d like to share tips you’ve learned during your author journey, please email me or connect with me on Facebook, twitter, Instagram, and Pinterest. Please fill out … Read more