Bring On Lemons

  Thank you,  WOW! Women on Writing for the invitation to participate in the book blog tour for The Reckoning of Grace by author Ronald Chapman.  This book is perfect for anyone who enjoys mystery, action, and/or psychological thrillers. Read on to find out why I recommend this book so much and why giving it 5 stars was a no-brainer! Here's a bit more about The Reckoning of Grace:  The Reckoning of Grace is an exceptionally timely novel that captures the deep spiritual reckoning behind America’s political and cultural unrest. This third installment in the Saga of Grace series showcases Ronald Chapman’s inspirational fiction at its finest—an exploration of post-traumatic growth, emotional healing, and spiritual courage. Through unforgettable characters and profound narrative arcs, the novel invites us into the heart of reconciliation, challenging us to become agents of grace amid turmoil. A powerful and thought-provoking read for anyone navigating transformation...

  Greetings from Wisconsin - it's that time of year where it's warm enough to wear a swimsuit a few hours a day at least once a week - as long as the sun is shining...I'm not sure I was really meant to live this far North of the Equator. Isn't the cover of this memoir gorgeous? It also makes me feel warm - even whilst sitting in Barnes and Noble where it is a chilly 68 degrees.  The cover is not the only thing to love about this memoir though...but before I get into that, here's a little more about "Where Did i Go?" by Francene Gillis: In  Where Did i Go?  a Memoir Plus by Francene Gillis, the author tells her story of the arduous years and months that followed a tragic accident--a slip and fall on black ice on her way to work as a high school English teacher that caused a mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI), the symptoms of which lasted many years. Francene shares her story of the uphill battle that ensued in the hunt for the right treatments and providers...

I'm working on a WOW! Women On Writing book blog tour for my darling and very talented friend Ron Chapman . This means I'm looking for people who would love to read his latest book: "The Reckoning of Grace". E-books are available immediately and I'm looking for reviews, author interviews, book spotlights. You don't have to have your own blog or website - but you DO have to be willing to post your review on Goodreads and or Amazon. If you're interested in learning more, complete the google form linked to this post and I'll be in touch with you. **the tour runs 9/22 through the end of October, so you'll have plenty of reading time! And here's a bit more about this fabulous new book: The Reckoning of Grace is an exceptionally timely novel that captures the deep spiritual reckoning behind America’s political and cultural unrest. This third installment in the Saga of Grace series showcases Ronald Chapman’s inspirational fiction at its finest—an ex...

 So much for 365 blog posts in 2025. I made it to the middle of February though. I was going to try to catch up on the days I missed, but then the number got so large I considered just throwing the laptop out the window and going into hiding. Is there a witness protection plan for overextended writers? Obviously the laptop is alive and well and so am I. I may still go back and fill in the blanks, but as for right now, I'm here and I'm writing. I'm toying with giving up blogging for Lent. That was a lie - I gave up blogging and I'm thinking about blaming Lent and those two things are definitely not the same. I just don't know how to find the time for everything. I want to be the best employee, the best mom, the best looking and healthiest version of myself, the best author, the bestest of friends, and an amazing musician. If only there were more hours in each day or more days in each week or if I were superhuman and required less sleep - or even better, no sleep at a...

   Such a storm..."don't leave home" ... We had a slow start, a big breakfast, and the plan was to stay in jammies all day long. Until the teenage boy called asking for a ride to work. So much for that! "Get dressed you guys" "we don't want to" "me either - but since I have to, you do too. Might as well take ourselves out for dinner too" "really mom?" "yes - really" "where are we eating?" "As long as we are taking Andre to the Waterfront Wine Bar, we may as well eat there. I love their wine and I could go for some prime rib" "count me in!" (the first thing the children agreed on ALL day!) We spent a cozy evening in my favorite restaurant enjoying all of the amazing Valentine things without the crowd. I fully expected to spend the day at home reading and catching up on work. This was WAY better!  Today's post was penned by Crystal J. Casavant with the help of her deep forehead wrin...

  If you read yesterday's post, you know I was a little befuddled when it comes to Valentine's Day this year. In past years, the gifts on the table were definitely chosen by mom, but the kids were always led to believe they were from mom and dad or sometimes just dad. Mom would pretend along with the kids to be completely surprised by all the sweet things.  I wasn't going to do anything. I really wasn't - but I couldn't help myself. I woke up Valentine's Morning and looked at the empty table and missed my Daddy oh so much and longed for that feeling again. You know the one, the warm fuzzy feeling you get when you feel loved unconditionally. The feeling you get when you know someone loves you with a sacrificial deep love that transcends everything!  I put sweet little gifts by everyone's spot at the table - even my own. There were cards and love notes and no mention of who provided the magic. It was simply there and everyone enjoyed exploring their gifts and ...