by cynthia | Aug 18, 2023 | Encouragement, Godly living, Inspirational writers
My husband and I occasionally like to take to the bike trails. We enjoy coasting along, drinking in the beauty of the trees and undergrowth lining the trail. The first couple of miles are smooth sailing, with the wind at our backs and nothing but nature and each...
by cynthia | Aug 9, 2023 | Encouragement, Inspirational novels
I’ve always considered my writing a ministry. Though I love to hear comments like, “I couldn’t put your book down” or “I felt like I was right there with your characters.” Comments like these tell me I’ve succeeded in...
by cynthia | Jun 28, 2023 | Christian authors, Inspirational writers
I woke to the potent scent of smoke at 2:30 a.m. this morning. We sleep with windows open whenever possible this time of year. My first thought (after dismissing the thought the house was ablaze) was that the stiff NE breeze was pushing in smoke from the fires in...
by cynthia | Jun 21, 2023 | Historical romance novels, History, Nineteenth century
As a farmer’s wife, I’m familiar with modern day corn planters and how they work. But corn planting back in 1868 (the year the novel I’m writing takes place) was quite different than today. So here’s a bit of fun info I discovered while...
by cynthia | Jun 14, 2023 | Encouragement, Inspirational writers
We all know life can be tough. The Lord never promised everything would go our way or be trouble free. In fact, Jesus said just the opposite. “In this world you will have trouble. But take heart. I have overcome the world.” (John 16:33) But God did promise...
