Saturday, May 20, 2017

Saturday Links

I love to visit new places but can't afford it. Wander Lust Plus One shares their travels. In this particular post, they visited the Raixa Estate.
https://wanderlustplusone.com/2017/05/12/raixa-mallorca-spain-the-raixa-estate-is-still-a-hidden-gem-among-sights-on-the-island/

Wee Blogs Cafe shared an insightful post on "The Place of 'Small Beginnings.'"
https://aweethoughtblog.wordpress.com/2017/05/15/the-place-of-small-beginnings/

God bless.

Friday, May 19, 2017

Favorite Book Friday

"An Uncommon Courtship" (Hawthorne House series book 3, not including the e-novella) by Kristi Ann Hunter Christian Regency romance. I love this series! I was surprised by the number of reviews that complained about the wedding night. It didn't follow the usual Christian romance pattern and stop at the bedroom door, but it wasn't explicit or even particularly detailed either. I've seen commercials more explicit. The scene is important in the story because of the innocence of both characters. I thought the writer did an admirable job of depicting the pitfalls and struggles regarding that aspect of being newlyweds. This book was a little slow to start but I once again found myself unable to put it down until the end.

Tuesday, May 16, 2017

Tuesday Tidbit

The final edits of "Giving Thanks" are blessedly coming along more quickly, chapters instead of paragraphs. No bits to share. However, I did add a little unedited bit to "Christmas Lost."


"Curmudgeon." She fled, giggling and her eyes sparkling. He managed to refrain from smiling until she disappeared. Barely.

 

Monday, May 15, 2017

Monday Quote

"Life is always a tightrope or a feather bed. Give me the tightrope."
~ Edith Wharton

Sunday, May 14, 2017

Sunday Scripture

Proverbs 16:21-24

The wise in heart shall be called prudent: and the sweetness of the lips increaseth learning. Understanding is a wellspring of life unto him that hath it: but the instruction of fools is folly.  The heart of the wise teacheth his mouth and addeth learning to his lips. Pleasant words are as honeycomb, sweet to the soul, and health to the bones.

Saturday, May 13, 2017

Saturday Links

Over at A Writer's Path, Elisabeth Wong shared an amusing post on "Things to Never Say to a Writer."
https://ryanlanz.com/2017/05/03/things-to-never-say-to-a-writer/

Fascinating exploration of "The Olive Press" by Wee Blogs Cafe, starting with Psalms 52:8.
https://aweethoughtblog.wordpress.com/2017/05/10/the-olive-press/

God bless.

Friday, May 12, 2017

Favorite Book Friday

Spurgeon's Gems is a compilation of quotes from various sermons by Charles Spurgeon. Inspiring.

Thursday, May 11, 2017

Musical Thursday

For several reasons, this seemed appropriate, Colton Dixon's "The Other Side."
https://youtu.be/KL-ezTT5E0E


Tuesday, May 9, 2017

Tuesday Tidbit

I'd hoped to have "Giving Thanks" published by now. Unfortunately, allergies went wild, and my allergy medicines tend to send my brain on vacation. There's nothing for it but to ride it out and pick up where I left off when my brain finally decides to return. I did manage to write the blurb, the first rough (unedited) draft:


Michelle Bronson trusts Jesus changed her when she chose to follow Him, but she needs to own her past in order to embrace the life she wants to live. Running away from Holiday sounded like a good idea, but it failed to quiet her longing for home. Returning as Holiday Sweets' new assistant baker, will the past swamp her or finally be laid to rest?

Theodore Williams III lived his life as Mr. Straight as an Arrow, for the most part. He learned too late how harshly he judged others but thanks to renewing his commitment to Jesus he's determined to never repeat the mistake. Will he succeed when he's tested?

Placing God first opens doors never imagined...

Monday, May 8, 2017

Monday Quote

There are plenty of difficult obstacles in your path. Don't allow yourself to become one of them.
~ Ralph Marston

Sunday, May 7, 2017

Sunday Scripture

Proverbs 16:20

He that handleth a matter wisely shall find good: and whoso trusteth in the Lord, happy is he.

Saturday, May 6, 2017

Saturday Links

Fascinating brief post about Albert Einstein by Good Times Stories:
https://goodtimestories.wordpress.com/2017/04/26/the-wonderful-world-of-albert-einstein/

Over at Ryan Lanz's blog, "A Writer's Path," I enjoyed Daniella Levy's post on writing advice:
https://ryanlanz.com/2017/04/30/5-great-creative-writing-tips-which-i-never-follow/

God bless.

Friday, May 5, 2017

Favorite Book Friday

Misfortune's Fortune by Kandi Jaynes is a contemporary romance and the fourth book by Kandi Jaynes. She's been on my Must Read List from her first book.

Thursday, May 4, 2017

Musical Thursday

Back on March 23rd, I featured Casting Crowns' "Oh My Soul." This is the story behind the song, shy of six minutes long, and worth the listen.
https://youtu.be/_BPNLi1TPXE

Here's my post with the link to the song:
http://laurelhawkes.blogspot.com/2017/03/musical-thursday_23.html

Tuesday, May 2, 2017

Tuesday Tidbit

I'm editing the last chapter of "Giving Thanks." Today's tidbit is an unedited line from "Christmas Lost":
The aromas of baked bread, donuts, stew, and a symphony of other delicious foods wafted around her. 
 

Monday, May 1, 2017

Monday Quote

"God does not need your strength; He has more than enough power of His own! He asks for your weakness."  
~ Charles Spurgeon's sermon 2209, in 1891