Category Archives: family

The Questions with Christi Zellerhoff: children’s books writer

I hope y’all are having as much reading The Questions as I am posting them! This edition features my first author of children’s books! I can’t remember when I ran across Christi, but the next thing I knew, she was … Continue reading

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Thank you veterans and veterans’ families

I come from a long line of people who served our country. My father (on the left), served in the Vietnam War, as did my grandfather (WWII), and my great-grandfather (WWI). My uncle served, and a cousin is currently in … Continue reading

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So, I haven’t been blogging… pt 3

In addition to editing and writing reviews, here’s what else I’ve been up to: • Hooking. Get your minds out of the gutter, people! 🙂 That means I’ve been crocheting! I’m working on a baby blanket for a friend of … Continue reading

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I voted today…

I generally do not talk about politics. I hate the ads, I hate the mudslinging, I hate the way the actual issues are obscured. I also can’t stand the way people can’t seem to have an honest debate about the … Continue reading

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The Questions with Tara Carey: painter & jewelry maker

I currently live in the small town of Harrison, AR (pop: < 13,000), and I’ve been blessed to meet ~ and work with ~ some talented artists here. Tara is one of them. (And I'm excited she's the first artist … Continue reading

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Domestic Violence Awareness Month

Challenge #4: It can happen to anyone. To learn more, visit The Hotline to get help or participate in the challenge.

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The Questions with Sarah Martinez: writer & editor

I am often amazed at the power of the internet to connect people. This post’s guest lives all the way in Seattle, Washington, which I love. I went there on my honeymoon with my practice husband about a million years … Continue reading

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