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My heart is heavy as I reflect on the increasing number of suicides in this valley. Someone right now may feel so hopeless they are contemplating death. Our life circumstances vary, but I understand that sinking feeling that can come and go, and be all consuming at times. Each person is born with a void inside that we try to fill with fleeting things. Years ago my fillers included a career,

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“The rifle has been donated back for LIVE auction,” the auctioneer announced. The crowd roared its approval at the Joe Nethercott Benefit this month at the Saddleback Vista Arena. Yet no one could foresee what would happen next. Joe and Donna are currently at the Craig Hospital in Denver, CO for Joe’s recovery and rehabilitation for a spinal cord injury. On Labor Day Joe rode a mule through the

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Sam Peckinpah. That’s what I remember from my first few weeks of English 102, round one, at least in regards to content. Some twenty years later, my teacher’s name evades me, but not Hollywood director/screen writer Sam Peckinpah. Unfortunately this iconic name doesn’t conjure up warm memories. But in his defense, it actually has nothing to do with him. I’m sure if I watched some of his films or

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Yesterday I woke up to leaves doing a tap dance on top of the tin roof of home. I looked out the window to find the wind blowing the last of the golden aspens from the trees as if the pitter-patter upon the roof was Fall’s encore dance before the snow started to fly. Last night, I shouldn’t have been surprised when flakes the size of quarters started to cover the landscape of the valley where I

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The American Christian Fiction Writers Awards 2009...you may recognize a familiar name and face...I'm honored. 2009 Mentor of the Year- Donita K. Paul2009 Membership Service Award- John B. Olson 2009 Editor of the Year Award- Ami McConnell, Thomas Nelson2009 Agent of the Year Award Steve Laube, The Steve Laube Agency 2009 Book of the Year ContestDebut Author- A Passion Most Pure by Julie Lessman

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“Kelly loved the Lord,” Lola said as I hugged her neck and met her for the first time. That was two and a half hours after her 53-year-old husband’s artificial heart valve blew while on a bike ride together in the valley. The husband and wife had met ten years earlier when Lola conquered her first century bike ride in Colorado where they both lived. Kelly offered to accompany her for the last 40

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Paparazzi is "a plural term for photographers who take unstaged and/or candid photographs of celebrities caught unaware." (Wikipedia)This roadside celebrity, and an unidentified friend, stood up and turned their butts to us when we stopped our car to take a picture. I figured their "mamas" must've warned them about the paparazzi.

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The only place open after 7 pm to hold a writer’s group is the local bar!Yep, that’s right. My local writer’s group met in the midst of pool balls cracking, the jukebox blaring, Buster Blue smacking and Sally Sue cackling. The ambiance wasn’t quite conducive to my reading habits, and the feedback I gave was likely a tad tainted. This definitely defied my attention challenged brain. I’m used to

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My writing journey has stuttered through unforeseen and unplanned snares along the way. I must say that I am rising above the painful hole I’d fallen into the past year and a half. And with the help of many friends, family, and a fantastic naturopath/chiropractor at The West Clinic ,all orchestrated into my life by God, I see the Light at the end of this particular tunnel called a "health crisis

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The post below is mostly a repost, with new pics. "The event" that changed everything happened nine years ago yesterday. When this time of year passes by, I can't help but stop and reflect on how God can use ANYTHING and EVERYTHING that passes through our lives for His greater good, which means our own. Let's just say that He never ceases to amaze me with His wisdom and grace. I can't imagine my

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I've been a bit neglectful of my blog, as you can see. Things got in the way, Mainly a blessed trip to see family in Georgia and Texas...an early Christmas gift from people I work for in the valley. Two college roommates also drove in from Louisiana to spend the weekend in Texas. Is God good, or what?! God DOES give us the desires of our hearts and His timing is perfect.Internet service has been

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It's been a while since I've post my pet-loves of life. I have no explanation, other than life got in the way. But here's a few things I love in people.1. People who see a need that they can fill, and act on it.2. People who follow through.3. People who use their gifts from God to bless others.4. People who live to honor and glorify God.5. People who love others as they love themselves.What about

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There's so many aspects about our economy that we, as individuals, have little to no control over. But there are many things we can do to save a buck or two every day. Some you likely already do, but consider those you don't.1. Walk or bike, instead of drive.2. Chose tap water over soft drinks, tea or coffee.3. Turn lights off when you leave a room.4. If you chose plastic grocery bags, use them

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As I waited to get my hair cut this week, a little girl dressed her "Hello Kitty" in the chair next to me, waiting for her mom. I asked, "How old are you?""I'm three." She smiled and continued to put a hat on her "kitty"."Three is such a fun age," I replied and smiled.She looked up at me, pushed the curls away from her face to reveal wide, blue eyes and said, "Yeah, but not so much fun for my mom

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The morning sun rose again after a day filled with great encouragements and disappointments. I praise God for his goodness and righteousness and wisdom and healing and ways that have proven trustworthy through every step of my walk with Him. This past year has been filled with deep disappointments from my fellow mankind, reminding me--again--to keep my expectations in God. But, how do I balance

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Moon Rat (aka Moonie, Editorial Ass(istant)) is doing for a friend with lymphoma. If you're a writer you will really want to check it out!She's the real deal. Don't miss out.

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"Something’s gotta give." I drove around my southern hometown back in 2005 watching people rush around in a frenzy, trying to make more to have more to owe more. Two weeks later, they had nothing--Katrina."Something’s gotta give." I watched builders and investors buying up land in my mountain town, throwing up houses, strip malls, and pushing prices up so high, the average person could no longer

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Debut Author 1. Sushi for One? (Camy Tang) àZondervan, Sue Brower 2. Bayou Justice (Robin Miller writing as Robin Caroll) 3. In Between (Jenny B. Jones) Contemporary Novella1. Finally Home (Deborah Raney) à Barbour Publishing, Susan Downs 2. Moonlight & Mistletoe (Carrie Turansky) 3. Remaking of Moe McKenna (Gloria Clover) Historical Novella1. Love Notes in Love Letters Anthology (Mary Davis)

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ACFW Announces the winners of their contest for unpublished authors:Chick lit, mom lit, lady lit Category:1st: Erica Vetsch, Pam On Rye2nd: Lynda Schab, Mind Over Madi3rd: Tiffany Kinerson, Stand On My Own Two HandsContemporary Fiction Category:1st: Dan Case, The Voice2nd: Christina Berry, Undiscovered3rd: Jim Rubart, Book of DaysContemporary Romance Category:1st: Annalisa Daughety, Love is a

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Too much blame is going around regarding our country's current financial crisis. In truth, it has festered for a LONG time. Debt is strangling our country, and it all starts with each individual citizen. Americans like to be "comfortable" and get what we want "right now" with no delay. What we're experiencing is a direct result of that behavior on ALL levels of society. May I suggest some

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I love it when:1. People stand up against corruption and injustice.2. I reconnect with friends from my past.3. God shows up BIG.4. Moose peer into my home window.5. Friends and family come to visit.

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Have you ever had a time where you search for words to describe what's going on in your heart and mind, but they come out far different than you desire? (Sigh...all the time) After a long discussion with God this morning, sometimes heated on my part, about the duration and difficulty of my current journey, I opened my Bible up "by chance" to the end of Isaiah 40. I read:27"Why do you say, O Jacob

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I don't tend to watch movies on a regular basis. However, I just watched a movie about two girls arrested in Thailand who unknowingly packed drugs in their carry-on while boarding a plane. They were sentenced to 33 years in the Thailand prison filled with mice, roaches, and deceptive people who gloried in the misery of others. Most people think that we're smart enough to avoid situations where we

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Hot off the press from Pubisher's Lunch. Stephenie Meyer Abandons Final Twilight Book after Internet Leak Author of this year's biggest release Stephenie Meyer surprised her fans by posting on her web site that her "partial draft of Midnight Sun was illegally posted on the Internet and has since been virally distributed without my knowledge or permission or the knowledge or permission of my

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I'd likely do the same. But don't jump to too many conclusions.Two hours later...photos by David Grunfeld/The Times-Picayunehttp://www.nola.com/hurricane/index.ssf/st_tammany_parish/

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Praying for the peace that surpasses all understanding to guard my homeland's heart and mind in Christ Jesus. (Phil 4:6-7)"There's more to come: We continue to shout our praise even when we're hemmed in with troubles, because we know how troubles can develop passionate patience in us, and how that patience in turn forges the tempered steel of virtue, keeping us alert for whatever God will do next

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I love it when...1. People do random nice things for strangers. (Thanks Thelda & Verl!)2. People view life from a eternal perspective instead of the "now."3. Healthcare providers "keep the good of the patient as the highest priority." (Hippocratic Oath)4. Someone writes a book that makes me want to read more. (Current thanks to Charles Martin for Chasing Fireflies)5. Friends stick with you even

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I LOVE it when...1. People really hear and care to hear people.2. People realize their assumptions are not always correct. 3. A child laughs from their gut.4. God shows up in the midst of life's messes and does His thing.5. I'm surrendered to God's will, no matter what!What are some of your pet-loves in life??

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A few times a year I'm kind of pushed, but not in a bad way, to sort through my stuff and divest a bit. At first the thought is daunting, but in the end it's awfully freeing. I like living as low impact as possible. I like possessing ONLY the things I truly need, or may need in the year. Over the past 8 years since I said good-bye to my predictable life and career, I've found great satisfaction

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I decided to start a weekly post of my “pet-loves” in life, five at a time. (As opposed to pet-peeves.)I love it when: 1. Drivers stop at the cross walk for pedestrians.2. People spontaneously find reasons to make good things happen.3. People love people.4. God says “yes.” 5. God says “no”…though I confess not quite as much as “yes.” What about you?

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I woke up this morning to a chorus of birds chirping through my window screen, complete with altos, tenors, bass and sopranos, all in complete harmony. If I stood outside, I would likely hear it in surround sound, but from my angle, I only heard it through a "single speaker," mono, if you will. So much of our lives is only heard through a single speaker, or seen on a flat screen, or lived with a

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This past week I had the privilege of God’s miracle. Not the first time, but one that came with a lesson beyond compare.I confess that several times leading up to this miracle I almost got in God’s way. So many times I came close to standing on my own, taking the reigns away from God and diminishing the work He continues to do through this current test of patience. But each time I came close, I’d

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I think of this especially in regards to the former way that I lived. Rushing around, trying to get this and that done, and for what? To have more this and that to do, and get done by such-n-such-a-time. I look back and wonder, how much did I REALLY have to do? Come on, really? And if I didn’t do it, would it have been a crisis that anyone else had noticed? How many souls had I pushed aside all

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CHRISTY AWARD WINNERS 2008 CONTEMPORARY (STAND ALONE)Chasing Fireflies by Charles Martin, Thomas NelsonThey have one summer to find what was lost long ago.“Never settle for less than the truth,” she told him. But when you don't even know your real name, learning the truth about who you are can be as elusive—and as magical—as chasing fireflies on a summer night.Charles Martin lives a stone's throw

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...and your "No" be "No."A good goal in life. Make your word solid!"Simply let your 'Yes' be 'Yes,' and your 'No,' 'No'; anything beyond this comes from the evil one." Mat. 5:37

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The Northern Rockies have two seasons—winter and busy. When I first moved here I learned that summer drew people into its long days to make money to survive an even longer winter season. Whether it’s construction, landscaping, farming, guiding fishing trips on the river, packing horses in the wilderness, hiking, camping, climbing, or servicing too many who travel through the area on vacation,

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Check out the new site that is all about roasting a book and author a day. Here's what the statement of purpose for this site:Each week we're open for business, Book Roast cooks up five authors from different genres. Stop by to hear about their books, jump in the oven and poke them with a meat thermometer to see if they're done.If you haven't dined with us before, you'll find contest ingredients

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"Trust in the Lord with ALL of your heart,AND lean not on your own understanding." Proverbs 3:5"Commit your way to the LORD, Trust also in Him, and He will do it." Psalm 37:5 "Trust in the Lord with ALL of your heart,AND lean not on your own understanding.""Commit your way to the LORD, Trust also in Him, and He will do it." Psalm 37:5"Trust in the Lord with ALL of your heart,AND lean not on your

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Blue skies. White-capped mountains. Green, green grass. Wild flowers dotting yellow all around. Hamburgers sizzling on the grill. Warm potato salad. Country music serenading the crowd. Children running, laughing and playing—outside. The backdrop of none other than the Annual Arbor Day celebration. Yes, Arbor Day is a national celebration that encourages tree planting and care, typically in April.

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It’s June 4, noon and 35 degrees outside. How’s that for summer?Two days ago, I started to read “The Legend of Colton H. Bryant” by Alexandra Fuller. Early scuttle-butt has it as Pulitzer Prize material, and I believe the buzz.Alexandra, whom locals call Bo, lives across the “Big Rock” from me, and I’ve been blessed to meet this intriguing lady a few times and hear her share pieces of her writing

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Pain is a universal experience for most man-kind. Some people have walked more. Some people have walked less. I claim no more than most. Yet, I’ve realized through my current journey of disappointment, physical wounds, and the intracate inner workings of my soul, pain offers up a chance for something more. Something bigger than the fabric of my being. Grander than the pride I can carry around

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Here's a video of an amazing journey of faith and trust in God in the midst of the storm. Take the time. You will be blessed. Smith Family Story from Matthew Singleton on Vimeo.What do you do?

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Boy, the Apostle Paul really hit it on the head when He proclaimed "Rejoice always" in 1 Thessalonians 5:16. It is followed by: 17. Pray without ceasing; 18. in EVERYTHING give thanks; for this is God's will for you in Christ Jesus. 19. Do not quench the Spirit; 20. do not despise prophetic utterances 21. But examine everything carefully; hold fast to that which is good; 22. abstain from every

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An endless gray spring...the sun will surely shine long, real soon. White will melt and run into the creeks and rivers as spring rushes by way too fast. Green will show one day as if it’d been there all along to reveal how God works in the apparent latent times to grow us up to trust Him more through each season that will come…and go. If surrounded by "perfection on earth" all of the time,

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What we consider “good times” are elusive in their timing and unpredictable in their duration. And they're always consider blessings by whoever is involved. But I confess, though I praise God when those times come, I tend to drift toward self-dependency without much thought, creating a gap that He waits to fill--again.As fleshly beings we’re programmed to look at “bad times” in a different

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(This is a repost for a friend.)When you hear the word “brook” you probably envision a small stream of water that picks up and drops off nuggets from here to there, transporting them to a larger river, adding to an even bigger picture…somewhere down the line. A similar essence fills my thoughts in regards to brook; yet for me it conjures up the kind spelled with an “e”—B-r-o-o-k-e. At random

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A conversation took place last week that brought on a few revelations.I’ve lived most of my life thinking that I had to fit the mold some people close to me thought I should fit into—-that which belongs to another! (Classic people-pleaser, indeed.) And needless to say, I did not fit. As a Christian, I see it clearer than ever. Especially since I moved away from my southern roots, which run deep

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I am Grateful for . . .God who holds my life in His hands.A family who loves me.A place to live.A car to drive.A bike to ride.Skis to ski.Food to eat.Water to drink.A brain to think.A computer that works.Drums to play.Time to write.A story to tell.Friends who are there!Teachers who teach.The ability to walk, talk, listen, sing (in the shower-choir), praise God, type, breath, taste, smell, hear,

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Ever use the phrase “fit to be tied,” but not really know what it means? (This is likely another idiom from my Southern upbringing.)Well, I finally got a clear vision and feeling of what that phrase means. Last week I woke up to find that my computer had restarted on it’s own and I could no longer access my Word documents…aka: MANUSCRIPTS…unless I had a key code for MS trial version of Office

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When I pass up a hitchhiker heading up to the ski hill, I often want to holler out the window of my car…“I’d love to give you a ride, but you’d have to sit on the roof.”Sometimes I’ll frantically throw my passenger-seat belongings into the backseat with the rest of my other gear that's there for whatever may arise.It’s always best to be prepared for whatever. After all, where I live averages over

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Ever try goat’s milk? Well, I have.Since my life was "on hold" due to mercury toxicity in 2003 from my dental fillings and I have since then had them removed, I’ve been on a quest to take other “acceptable” toxins out of my living environment, personal hygiene products and food supply. By some accounts I’ve taken drastic measures, but I KNOW that these steps have paid off in regards to my

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Okay, before I moved out West I’d never heard of Leek Soup. Born and raised in South Louisiana, I grew up on Turkey & Andouille Gumbo, Seafood Gumbo, Crab Bisque, Creole Onion Soup, Red Beans and Rice Soup,...you get the idea. Shortly after I moved here, a dear friend from Holland served up some Leek Soup. I really liked it. Since well before Christmas, snow has dumped profusely on the valley and

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 Remember to look up!

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When you hear the word “brook” you probably envision a small stream of water that picks up and drops off nuggets from here to there, transporting them to a larger river, adding to an even bigger picture…somewhere down the line. A similar essence fills my thoughts in regards to brook; yet for me it conjures up the kind spelled with an “e”—B-r-o-o-k-e. At random times without any particular

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Here's where I feel like I'm really me!Do you have one of those places? If so where?

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Sam Peckinpah. That’s what I remember from my first few weeks of English 102, round one, at least in regards to content. Some twenty years later, my teacher’s name evades me, but not Hollywood director/screen writer Sam Peckinpah. Unfortunately this iconic name doesn’t conjure up warm memories. But in his defense, it actually has nothing to do with him. I’m sure if I watched some of his films or

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ASHBERRY LANE'S BOOK GIVEAWAYFor the Friend Relationship: Roxanne Henke's After AnneOne of our absolute favorite books. As you watch Olivia and Anne struggle through a difficult challenge, you'll want to be a better friend.For the Prodigal Relationship: Robin Lee Hatcher's Return to MeHow many of us have walked away from what our father wanted for us? Or away from our Father? This story will

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As I look over the past year, I have more to thank God for than I could name. Going to see family and friends in Louisiana, Georgia and Texas. Receiving just enough encouragement for my writing to keep creating and editing. Having a blast playing the drums at church, in lessons and with friends—usually all at the same time. Many of my prayers have been answered with a direct “yes”. My mother was

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Chapter 1 Death stirs up all kinds of gumbo ya ya—most I’d rather forget. This fact became all too real for me at age seventeen, the start of summer break, 1982. I barely noticed the moisture from the cemetery lawn as it seeped through my black slacks to my knees. Mama had purchased the pants for a different occasion. Not this. Not death. Tears stained the silk shirt borrowed from my older sister

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Since my writing focus is on a new novel and editing an old, my words to offer up on my blog are few for now.I thought I'd post another picture. This one speaks volumes to me.What about you?

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I signed up to write a novel of 50,000 words in the month of November. So far I've written 1369. Not that great of a start but it is 1369 words more toward my second novel than before I started.The objective of this world wide project is to let the creative juices flow, not worrying about quality. I must confess, when I write, I look back and pick over what's written before I move forward. I

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Fall as a child! Sweet memories of scattering leaves, running through the breeze and anticipating what the next moment may bring. Aw, fall as a child. (My niece and nephews.)

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Book Of The Year Angels FallWritten by Nora RobertsPublished by G.P. Putnam's SonsDebut Author Of The Year The Thirteenth Tale: A NovelWritten by Diane SetterfieldPublished by Atria GeneralFiction The RoadWritten by Cormac McCarthyPublished by Alfred A. KnopfRomance Angels FallWritten by Nora RobertsPublished by G.P. Putnam's SonsAudioTo Kill a MockingbirdWritten by Harper LeeRead by Sissy

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Ever feel like you've walked into a pit of fresh concrete, and your feet will not move? You're surrounded by circumstances beyond your control. You cry for help, but the heat is turned up, and the concrete starts to solidify even faster.Well then, you can relate to my life of late.I admit I don’t always like to stop and listen, but I was plain ole STUCK. But, NO MORE.God is so faithful and

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THE LARGELY INDISPENSIBLE FIRST PARAGRAPH CHALLENGECheck it out and enter.http://nathanbransford.blogspot.com/2007/10/largely-indispensible-first-paragraph.html

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Yesterday I woke up to leaves doing a tap dance on top of the tin roof of home. I looked out the window to find the wind blowing the last of the golden aspens from the trees as if the pitter-patter upon the roof was Fall’s encore dance before the snow started to fly. Last night, I shouldn’t have been surprised when flakes the size of quarters started to cover the landscape of the valley where I

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the unexpected snags you around the next corner and tries to take you down.The details are for later, but one thing I do know, God is my Provider, my Defender, my Comforter, my Healer, my Counselor, my Hope, my Peace, my Light, my Savior, my Leader, my ALL. Nothing that this life can throw my way could derail God's track for my life. Nothing can loosen His grip, or dilute His love, or change His

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A 9:30 physical therapy appointment drove my morning routine out of the door quicker than usual, at least during the off-season...the on-season is all about skiing, which is right around the calendar corner.My usual:Little quiet time with God. Have a little java and breakfast. Check my e-mail and blogs, and then get on with the daily demands. But I must confess, lately, due to a knee that needs a

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Kind of fun. When I change my picture from the very same photo shoot, I get totally different results. One has me #1 with Kirstin Dunst (83%), and another #1 Marcia Cross (66%). You should try this out and see who comes up for you.

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1 (2) Summer Karen Kingsbury, Tyndale 2 (5) Cassidy Lori Wick, Harvest House 3 (10) Sunrise Karen Kingsbury, Tyndale 4 (20) True Light Terri Blackstock, Zondervan 5 (22) The Penny Joyce Meyer & Deborah Bedford, FaithWords (Hachette) 6 (25) Even Now Karen Kingsbury, Zondervan 7 (30) Redeeming Love Francine Rivers, Multnomah (WaterBrook) 8 (40) Ever After Karen Kingsbury, Zondervan 9 (49) A Sister

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Bestseller List for October 4, 2007 from sales the week ending September 30, 2007Trade Paperback FictionLast Week/Weeks on List1. Water for Elephants Sara Gruen, Algonquin, An indie fave about a traveling circus comes to paperback. The 2007 Book Sense Book of the Year Fiction Winner.1/252. Suite Francaise Irene Nemirovsky, Vintage, Paris under the Germans, by an author interned at Auschwitz. A

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I just spent 2 weeks in Texas with this little one--my neice, and family. Nothing like a three-year-old to get you out of your box, on your toes, yet keep you flat on your face. The experience gave a whole new meaning to "simultaneous submission". Parents are my heroes!!!

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"How did a Louisiana gal get out West?"When I drive my car around my "western" town, this question is fair game. After all, I live in the Rockies with Louisiana plates.The opportunity doesn't always allow a full rendition of the details, but it does remind me how I made the leap from web-toed, bayou country to the highlands of the Northern Rockies. Talk about a leap…In the winter of 1995-96, I

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I had the priviledge of attending this event in Dallas, Texas Saturday night. A very classy event and wonderful people. Congratulations to all the winners and nominees.Contemporary Novella:3rd Place: Diamond Place by Robin Lee Hatcher2nd Place: A Carol for Christmas by Robin Lee Hatcher1st Place: Home for the Holidays by Christine Lynxwiler…Barbour Publishing, Rebecca Germany, editor.General

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Is "knowledge" alone enough?If I only strive for knowledge, and it doesn't touch my heart and move me toward serving others, then what is all the knowledge for?

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http://www.hourofpower.org/video/video.details.php?id=2418I can add nothing more to the raw, powerful words from Robert "Evel" Knievel!I'm not an "Hour of Power" watcher, but I found this on-line and needed to share it with you.

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Boy, is that a subjective question. The Quill Awards brought this question to light.Personally, I am a very picky reader, probably to my disadvantage. But facts are facts. Life is busy, I'm a slow reader, and the book better be worth my time. I confess that I set aside the trite, agenda-driven, predictable, formula-written, shallow-charactered books. Some may have landed on my nightstand too soon

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Check out the winners, then vote for the Book of the Year along with your fellow readers. Go to http://www.quillsvote.com/ to cast your vote.Voting ends October 10, 2007. Winning authors in all of the categories, plus dozens of other bestselling authors, will be seen at the Awards Program on NBC Saturday, October 27, 2007.Debut Author Of The YearThe Thirteenth Tale: A NovelWritten by Diane

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Day 2 as a blogger and I've already let my day get in the way of posting.I must say I'm a bit frustrated trying to navigate my way around blog space. I started a post earlier this day, but then I had to go make some money, so I saved it. Now, I can't find it.So do I post just for the sake of posting? Do I offer up words of nonwisdom just to say I did it?I'll do better tomorrow, I promise.

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When I woke up this morning, I decided to check Nathan Bransford's The Stupendously Ultimate First Line Challenge. The next thing I know, I am opening up a google account and started a blog. I've never thought of myself as a "blogger" but maybe this is God's way of making me take a step into blogdom.I hope I have something to offer instead of just taking up "space" in this blog-gone world.Have a

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