Sunshine in the Mailbox

Sunshine in the Mailbox

Nothing brings sunshine into a dark and cloudy day like knowing somebody thought about me in a kind way. Yesterday, a package arrived in my mailbox. Inside was a handmade table runner from my niece Missy Albrecht. It came all the way from Minnesota just to cheer me, I’m certain of it. Because she knows me so well, […]

Go With What You’ve Got

Go With What You’ve Got

“Go with what you’ve got” is one of those folks sayings Jane, Carolyn, Peg, and I grew up with. Jane brought a long list of others: I really don’t want to get into it now; If I agree with you, we’d both be wrong; I’m supposed o respect my elders but it’s getting harder and […]

Excitement Building

I want to share an exciting event with you. My publisher, the book cover artist, and I are working on a cover picture for my upcoming release, Moonlight Can Be Murder. I got a first glimpse of the artist’s idea yesterday. Then, I added some suggested changes and emailed it back to my publisher. Even […]

Hospitality

Hospitality

Hospitality:taking care of your guests, anticipating their needs. So says the dictionary. It’s easy to see how the word hospital relates or hospice or hostel. But, doesn’t that sound kind of cold and sterile to you? It does to me simply because I can’t see the smiling faces or the warm handshakes or hugs that go […]

Undaunted by a Damp Day

Undaunted by a Damp Day

Slightly damp but undaunted and undeterred, the Cozy Critters arrived for our Critique yesterday. We were afraid that some would have to come by boat (just kidding) but even though the day was rainy and dark outside, inside, my house glowed with the warmth of friendship. We missed Nancy but Helen was back after travels […]

Guest Author Nancy Jill Thames

Guest Author Nancy Jill Thames

This morning, I am pleased to introduce to you Nancy Jill Thames, fellow writer and author of the popular Jillian Bradley Mystery Series. She has agreed to answer some of the questions she is asked most often, in order to better acquaint you with her writings. Thank you, Nancy Jill, for this fascinating interview. Nancy Jill Thames […]