On the left you see a picture of my next book cover! Just looking at it sends chills down my spine. The story behind that cover is even more spine-tingling! We will soon enter the glorious month of October and with that, our focus often shifts to all things...
Category: Faith
Fate vs Free Will or do Both Apply?
If life operates under the concept of Fate, the idea that everything is predestined, then Free Will, the idea that we determine our own destiny, couldn't possibly apply. Right? I think not! I truly believe that BOTH concepts play a significant role! Let me explain....
Living Through Death
I blog a lot about the paranormal because the afterlife fascinates me. I do not doubt that once our bodies have expired, our souls live on. I KNOW this to be true. Although I find that quite comforting, it doesn't stop me from missing loved ones (to include...
Military Lessons: Yes I Can and so Can You!
When I joined the military, I went into a career field that had just opened to women. My recruiter told me I was going to be a pioneer "paving the way" for other women to follow. It sounded quite grand. Me? A pioneer? How thrilling. I didn't realize the constant...
Death, Spirits and Surviving Tragedy: An Interview with Medium Tess Schafer
In my book "Be Still, My Love", the main character, Tess Schafer, is a medium. In other words, she speaks to "the dead". I wanted to write a story involving a medium for many reasons. 1) I am intrigued by the idea of talking to the "dead", 2) I've had some success...
Inspirational Writing: How and Why
Inspirational Writing is one of the most intimate forms of writing. The message that comes through is either from your higher self (your soul), an angelic being (guardian angel? spirit guide?) or God. Although the last is really part of it no matter what since God...
The Dilemma of Evil (Discussion: Post 1)
Evil has been around since the beginning of time...possibly even before then. When I say the beginning of time, I mean the beginning of us...we the people, the so called civilization (for sometimes we are not always so "civilized"). Evil is a strong proponent in all...
Right or Wrong, YOU Decide!
There is not a single solitary thing in existence that hasn't been criticized, praised and/or condemned. Everything and I mean EVERY possible THING you can think of is judged at some point. Keep in mind that an opinion, a belief, an idea, a thought, a decision ......
12 Signs a Ghost is Near
A lot of people believe in ghosts, spirits, life after death ... and a lot of people don't. For those who don't , not sure why you are here but welcome! For those who do believe, here are a few signs to help you know when someone of the netherworld (better known as...
May the “Force” of Star Wars be With You!
I was in high school when Star Wars came out. Might be showing my age here, but what the heck. Age is a state of mind for the most part. Although my body has undergone a few changes, my mind hasn't aged. The difference is that it's a little more knowledgeable, a...