So...about that inbox explosion šŸ˜…

Hi, ,If your inbox felt a little extra full one day at the end of March… that was me. I was trying to be ahead of schedule and get several newsletters lined up in advance.Instead, I managed to send all three at once.Efficiency level: questionable.Int...

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Apr 14, 2026
Why I took a risk on Rebecca's story

This week has been all about stepping outside of comfort zones.But first… a little bit of fun.Do you remember my Christmas oops? My sister couldn’t make our planned trip to Tulsa to see Mamma Mia, so my husband and I turned it into our own littl...

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Mar 31, 2026
Something unexpected happened while I was walking

Now that the weather is finally warming up, I’ve started getting back into one of my favorite rhythms—getting outside and walking every day.It’s something that’s been part of my life for a while now. Last year, it’s how I lost thirty pounds before wa...

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Mar 31, 2026
How comfort zones shaped one of my stories...

This week is a busy one around here.In just a few weeks, my youngest will be heading off to college for the first time, and suddenly we’re in the middle of shopping for all the things—clothes, pots, pans, dishes… everything he’ll need to survive with...

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Mar 31, 2026
My mountain romance I never told you about šŸ’›

This week, my husband and I are slipping away for a few quiet days to a mountain lake. It's spring break, and with adult children, this means quality couple time.There’s something about the mountains that slows everything down. The air feels differen...

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Mar 24, 2026
A Little Irish Magic ā˜˜ļø

Since today is St. Patrick’s Day, I thought I’d share one of my favorite memories.A few years ago, I had the chance to travel to Ireland with my husband when he went there for work. We turned it into a little adventure and spent a few extra days play...

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Mar 17, 2026
Sometimes a Chapter Is a Whole Book.

By the time you’re reading this, I’m traveling — probably with a notebook in my bag and snacks within reach — so I thought I’d share something cozy with you this week.One of my all-time favorite comfort movies is The Decoy Bride with David...

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Mar 10, 2026
He’s Been Wishing for Her for 18 Years

Release week is here!The Sugar Creek Blame Game officially goes live in two days, and it will be the last day you can grab the Kindle version for half price before the price changes. So, now’s the time to preorder so it’s delivere...

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Mar 03, 2026
The Sugar Creek Blame Game is up for preorder

It’s official — THE SUGAR CREEK BLAME GAME has been uploaded to Amazon and is ready for its March 5th release. It’s currently available for preorder at a special reduced price of $2.99. If you preorder, it will automatically be deliver...

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Feb 24, 2026
A Little Valentine’s Reflection šŸ’•

Hi ,Valentine’s weekend here was a sweet mix of ordinary and memorable—and honestly, I think that’s my favorite kind.On Friday night, my husband and I dressed up and went ballroom dancing. There’s something about stepping onto a dance floor together...

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Feb 17, 2026