The summer I turned 12, the church plant across the street in our community center organized a week of summer camp. The moms saved up to send their kids but my … [Read more...]
You Don’t Have To Be Big To Be Mighty
I’m heading north again April 10th (and hope to take spring north with me). That’s one benefit of spending October to April in Mississippi—a l-o-n-g spring, summer, … [Read more...]
Writing History One Step At A Time
In history, heroes are often known for a single act of leadership or courage. Young George Washington chopped down the cherry tree and told the truth. Maybe that … [Read more...]
Thanks and What’s Next
My newest book, Strong Currents, a WWII sequel to Books Afloat, released February 21st. In this writing journey, I am grateful for the increased interest and … [Read more...]
It’s Here…Strong Currents Book Birthday!
My newest release, Strong Currents is a WWII sequel to Books Afloat. It presents most of the same clever, fun characters along with elements of my Austrian-born … [Read more...]
Homeward Bound After Following in Jesus’ Footsteps
My team left Ben Gurion Airport, Israel, before noon on January 21st and re-entered the US that same day after long hours of daylight travel. I love it when we fly … [Read more...]
How a Trip to Israel Turned Into a Book
I’m in Israel on my 9th trip since June 1984, totaling 135 days of my life so far, and again seeing long-term friends and viewing Israel from the inside—not as a … [Read more...]
2023 is Our Gift to Open
I trust you’re busy creating good memories, so I’ll keep this short and sweet. I hope your Christmas was wonderful and that 2023 is filled with peace and incredible … [Read more...]
Who Doesn’t Love a Comical Christmas Story?
Without going into too much detail, I love the rhymed Second Shepherd’s Play in England’s Wakefield Mystery Cycle written in the 1500s. These were acted out in town … [Read more...]
Post-Thanksgiving and Looking Forward
This year is winding down. It’s time to plan for 2023. For many, the favorite post-Thanksgiving activity is Black Friday bargain sales. On my mother’s side, I … [Read more...]
