A tragedy has befallen our local community. Sgt. Cory Wride of the Utah County Sheriff’s Office was killed in the line of duty. A routine stop to help a motorist in need. Something done every day, a kind act, resulted in the loss of his life. It breaks my heart for his family, and it […]
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My Ten Moods, Oh, and Then There Is Me
It has been said that women are moody, inconsistent, and certainly hard to read. I have taken classes and read many books on the differences between men and women. I have seen countless ideas and suggestions on how to better communicate and improve relationships. Much of them, I have found to be useful. Why is […]
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Medora
I haven’t read a Zombie book in a long time, since I finished the Forest of Hands and Teeth Series, which I loved. But Nerf recently released a group of weapons specifically for the hunting of Zombies, so I decided it was due time to read another one, so I selected Medora by Wick Welker. […]
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Remembering Who We Are
One of my very cute cousins inspired me today. She is darling, with an infectious laugh and tons of personality. She also loves dragons-so what’s not to love about this lady. Ms. Dragoness herself recently completed this beautiful work of Art. Isn’t it Lovely! So is she, and whats so great about this painting is […]
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Gay marriage? It’s just marriage!
I really don’t like PRIDE parades. I don’t think I will ever attend one with my children. I do support public and group social movements, and in standing up for ones beliefs and rights. I just don’t support flaunting. There is a difference. But don’t hate me yet, keep reading. For many who know me, […]
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Plugging In
There are so many posts and so many articles on the use of the “handheld computers” we so love and how they make us miss out on life-that really, just make me feel crummy. I myself recently was informed, “No texting while playing Barbies.” Touche little one, this is not the proper way to train […]
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First Guest Post
I contributed to my first blog, other than my own the other day. The post is located at: http://hebervalleywriters.wordpress.com/2014/01/10/more-than-a-book/ Go check out this blog and all of the great writers! More Than A Book When an author says, “Hey, buy my book!” What they are really saying is, “Hey, please support me so I […]
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A Quarter and a Penny in my Pocket
In the past three years, I don’t think I have passed a fountain without being asked if I had any money we could toss in for a wish, equally, I am pretty sure not a single gumball machine hasn’t been coveted by small eyes. When possible, we stop for a wish and a bubble, often […]
21 Steps
21 Steps-Chapter 1
The very first manuscript that I finished, I titled, 21 Steps. It needs work, and I like to think that I have come a very long way. Update: After planning to share the entire book here on the blog, I have been encouraged by a very wise woman, not to do so. She’s pretty smart, […]
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That Which Shall… “selfie”… Not Be Said
In 2013, Selfie topped the list of Oxford’s word of the year. It also topped many a list of words “please oh please” don’t ever say in 2014. With that in mind, and the focus on my writing works, I decided it was the perfect time to take an affirmation “selfie”. So to share with you […]
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Finding Courage in the New Year
My family and I recently went to the movie Frozen. As we left the movie theater my daughter ran in circles flinging her hands into the air as if she was Elsa and had the power to freeze things. She was unaware of the gawking eyes that followed her every move. I watched this angel […]
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The Plague Legacy-Acquisitions
My very first public book review! The Plague Legacy-Acquisitions by Christine Haggerty I am not sure that if my family had been killed by the plague and I was about to board a ship to the land of gladiators, that I would want to survive. Cam, however, is not given a choice and with his kind […]
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Merry Christmas
As we spend time with family this holiday season, from my family to yours, we wish you a very Merry Christmas!
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The True Meaning of Christmas
Christmas is just around the corner and my family and I are busy in preparation. I love this time of year. The smells, the lights, the smiling faces and the music! I believe in God and our savior Jesus Christ. I believe in the true meaning of Christmas and in keeping Christ present. I […]
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In Pursuit of Motherhood Perfection
As mothers, we will never be good enough. Historically, and I know this from my mother and grandmother, they too felt inadequate. In their time, the expectation was that they have a clean house, good food on the table and well behaved children. The way they achieved this was through time spent cleaning, cooking, sending […]
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The Caregiver
Someone very close to me is going through a very difficult time. I am seeing things through a whole new perspective-through her. As a mother, I am given such high regards for the position that I hold. Making a choice to be a “stay at home” mom or to be a full time working mom […]
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A Modern Day Cowboy
For my Grandpa, My Dad, and My Uncle, With Love! No wranglers or boots could be found in the bunch But they worked just as hard, straight through their lunch Getting cows ready, so everyone would know When they come in the fall, to which home they would go They separate the calves away from […]
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The Speed Trap
Lights flashing, he pulls slowly to the side of the road. He reaches for his microphone on his shoulder and informs dispatch that he has arrived on the scene as he throws his car into park. He rushes to the black Jeep Cherokee that is on its side, roof pressed up against the concrete barrier, […]
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A Cyclone of Grief
In line with my love of stories and reading, I wanted to share a post that I wrote about grief on another blog. It shares a stronger glimpse into me and my passion for books. The Kubler-Ross Model, commonly known as the Five Stages of Grief, breaks down feelings into five precise categories after someone […]
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Writing Groups
My new focus on becoming a published author has begun. I have moved to the beautiful mountains and snow is currently coating the ground out my window. With this type of weather, there is no place I would rather be, than tucked nicely inside my home, with laptop, and hot cocoa in hand. Truly, this […]
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The Beginning
I knew that I wanted to be an author when I was in the third grade. I wrote a story about a car accident that my family had recently been in. I colored the pages, had them laminated and stapled them precisely right down the middle of the crease. I was so proud and I knew […]