Meredith Efken wrote this and Gina tagged me. (You have to read their posts to find out what it’s about!) 1. I would write about a young woman taking a Europen “field trip” with her WWII veteran grandpa . . . and falling in love with the grandson of a fellow traveler along the way…. [Continue Reading]
A Fuzzy Confession
Okay, yesterday I did something crazy and impulsive . . . I had my youngest son with me and two of his friends, and we did an impromptu stop at PetCo. Let me just tell you, I’m amazed how much pampering goes on with some people’s pets . . . but that’s getting off on… [Continue Reading]
Marion’s Favorite Month–A WWII Story (sort of)
I get a few emails from veterans every week. I shared one last week, and here’s another one I just had to share. NOW do you know why researching novels is one of my favorite things to do? I get to meet amazing men like Marion! Marion’s Favorite Month For the last sixty-three years, July… [Continue Reading]
DONE!
I’m doing the happy-dance . . . (Okay, I actually stopped my moving feet to type this, but I’m dancing on the inside.) My fifth novel, A Valley of Betrayal is DONE and has been emailed to my editor! I pushed SEND, and then I sat here. What to do???? (I’m going to miss Sophie… [Continue Reading]
FYI — For Your Information
Hello cyber-friends. This post is proof how much your comments affect what I blog about. I like comments (hint, hint). I also love chatting about what interests YOU. A few days ago I shared the stories my veteran friends sent me about where they were V-E day (Victory in Europe). You can read that post… [Continue Reading]
ACFW–Book of the Year Finalists
Today ACFW (American Christian Fiction Writers) announced the finalists in the 2006 ACFW Book of the Year contest! The winners will be announced at the conference in September, as well as the overall highest score which will win the coveted title of ACFW BOOK OF THE YEAR. So, without further ado…..the finalists (in alphabetical order):… [Continue Reading]
I’ve Been Bought.
Today I spent twelve hours at the hospital as my dear husband had minor surgery. He’s doing fine–thank you much for asking. And we’re glad it’s over and we’re home. It will take 2-3 weeks for recovery, but I promise to be a good nurse. While I was sitting in one of those hard hospital… [Continue Reading]
My First Review of Generation NeXt Parenting!
Generation NeXt Parentingby Tricia Goyer Multnomah Publishers Reviewed by Laura V. Hilton Generation NeXt Parenting is a must read for parents who are struggling to find a godly balance in the must-have-it-all world we live in now. These women are caught in the aftermath of the Baby Boomers and aren’t quite sure how to handle… [Continue Reading]
Where Were You? VE Day 1945
I have a wonderful group of e-pen pals who I hear from quite often. I found a note from one of them, Wilfred McCarty, very interesting. Mac, as I call him, is a veteran of WWII. (You can see photos of Mac and some of my other veteran friends here.) I’ve also interview Fay Steele… [Continue Reading]
The Kid Inside All of Us
If I can help it, I don’t write at all on Sundays. I use that time to serve in my church, nap, and hang out with my family. It’s a wonderful day! This Sunday my family watched “She’s The Man.” Amanda Bynes is one of our favorite actresses, and our whole family was great fans… [Continue Reading]
For Historical Fiction Writers
Hi gang, I’m the featured blogger this week at Favorite Past Times. It’s a blog by historical fiction writers, for historical fiction writers. This week I will be sharing some stories on how I started writing historical fiction and great tips for writers, covering things like research, setting, conducting interviews, etc. Check it out at:http://www.favoritepastimes.blogspot.com/(If… [Continue Reading]