Last week the shortlist for The Word Guild writing awards was posted. Having submitted my book published last year, I was both excited and nervous about reading the list. I watched for familiar names and people I knew; there were … Continue reading →
As a published author and professional member of The Word Guild, I blog once a month at Canadian Writers Who Are Christian. Please go here for today’s post, titled “Weekend Retreat.” While you’re on that site, you may enjoy … Continue reading →
I digress today from my usual blog posts to share something that could be of value to you, my readers. There’s always more to be learned about running a business, and if you’re like me, it’s refreshing to get a … Continue reading →
April flowers at the church camp (2010) Cedar Lodge at Edgewood (2010) Our women’s retreat at our church camp is coming soon. As well as our usual Bible Study, we do a craft, go for long walks in the … Continue reading →
I’ve been reading the blog, The Promise of Home, kept by fellow writer, Rose McCormich Brandon. I remembered a story about a fellow who worked on my grandparents’ farm when my mother was growing up. He too was a home … Continue reading →
Wednesday of this week (March 28), I posted at Canadian Authors Who Are Christian at The Word Guild on using social media. I reflect on doing business, and particularly the writing business, as it connects with our comfort and time … Continue reading →
After learning about Special Olympics some years ago, I volunteered at an event in Kitchener, Ontario, and have since become more aware of the opportunities available to the “special athletes” who take part. Knowing someone who took part in the … Continue reading →
(Above) Milk Bag mat made by Norman Yost. Photo by Violet Ropp Updates and News from Northwest Haiti Christian Mission Canada In February 2010, I wrote my first blog piece on recycling milk bags for the project Mats for … Continue reading →
Daffofils in my flowerbed last spring. With the hot weather we’ve been experiencing, the narcissus have bloomed and the daffodils and grape hyacinths will soon open as well. I love it when the flowerbeds come alive in the spring. At … Continue reading →
With this mild weather I wonder if spring is here to stay. Will there be more snow? Birds chirp, including the returning robins. Trees break into bloom and the daffodil stems rise from the earth. Today I counted at least … Continue reading →
