The cool, crisp air nipped at our noses, but Bear didn’t care.  He was in search for the perfect Christmas tree. For over 20 years, David and I have been cutting our own Christmas tree, usually with a dog enjoying … Continue reading →

To Rake or Not to Rake? – That is the Question Well, what else is there to do on a beautiful fall day, besides rake leaves? Here’s Bear’s idea of helping rake: Ma picks up the rake. Rake, rake, rake, … Continue reading →

Well, hello again. Things are finally starting to come together. All of the shaded sketches have been completed and the book layout has been provided to me. I made a few changes. Ha ha. I’ve sent the final copy to … Continue reading →

Congratulations to Cindy M. of Michigan. She is the first winner in my Free Book Giveaway! Be sure to enter for the next giveaway which ends on November 11, 2016 at 12:00 AM. a Rafflecopter giveaway

So all 32 sketches have been approved and I’ve received the first two shaded illustrations. It may not sound like much to you, but this means the world to me!   Thank you Richa Kinra and RKS Illustrations! If you know … Continue reading →

Finding an illustrator that can make your words come to life is a challenge all of it’s own. After many months of interviewing and previewing illustrators and their work my publisher finally decided on RKS Illustrations. All of the sketches … Continue reading →