So not too long ago I reviewed the second book in the trilogy set at the Double S Ranch in my own home valley in central Washington. The third book is Peace In The Valley. Ruth Logan Herne is fast becoming one of my favorite authors. This world is so often dark and ugly,… Continue reading Peace In The Valley
Month: May 2017
I’ve been busy culturing raw milk from my herd into gorgeous things.
Reflections of the Evening
I noticed a spice to the night air as I left the barn. Almost like cinnamon but not quite. I silently thanked the Lord for the blessing of that scented air, practicing thankfulness despite of the grumbling voice inside the back of my head somewhere that complained about the biting chill. It’s nearly the middle… Continue reading Reflections of the Evening
HOME
I live in a place that most people aspire to retreat to. I'm blessed and I know it. I'm surrounded by things I love, scents that soothe and sights that dazzle. Me at least. I love agriculture. If something's farm-themed I'm intrigued. I have little interest in city life unless it's a short visit including great… Continue reading HOME
Antacids and Self-Discipline
I'm back to chewing chalky peppermint Tums throughout the day. That's the only kind that doesn't make me gag. I kind of like that chalky-ness. Those fruity ones...agh! But anyway, I'm having issues with acid reflux and looking 7 months pregnant again. Every time I eat wheat or corn- bam! Instant bloat and suffering. You… Continue reading Antacids and Self-Discipline
Home on the Range
I hadn't read a novel by Ruth Logan Herne before. What a treat, I'm so glad I did. Not only was the story well crafted, but low and behold it's setting was in my neck of the woods! Home on the Range is a christian western romance. It's #2 in a trilogy and talk about… Continue reading Home on the Range
Under The Cover of Light
Under the Cover of Light: The Extraordinary Story of USAF COL Thomas "Jerry" Curtis's 7 1/2 -Year Captivity in North Vietnam In 1965, Col. Thomas “Jerry” Curtis’s helicopter was shot down over North Vietnam. He was immediately captured and spent 7½ years confined in a filthy 5′ x 7′ cell at the notorious Hanoi prison… Continue reading Under The Cover of Light
The Essential Amish Cookbook
Herald Press kindly invited me to enjoy a copy of Lovina Eicher's cookbook. I wasn't aware before, but this lovely woman is popular and has a syndicated column, Lovina's Amish Kitchen, which appears in 40 newspapers around the United States and on a weekly blog. Impressive. She has quite the collection of delicious, homey recipes. This… Continue reading The Essential Amish Cookbook