🌿 I Found This at the Library There’s something magical about spotting a book you’ve written sitting on a library shelf. It feels like planting seeds in the community—quietly waiting for someone to pick them up, take them home, and grow something new. I’m thrilled to share that Medina County District Library has officially accepted […]
What Self-Published Authors Really Do (And Why It Matters) Meta Description Being a self-published author means being writer, editor, designer, marketer, and more. Discover the many hats indie authors wear and why they deserve recognition. The Many Hats of a Self-Published Author When people hear “self-published,” they might think it means small or less polished. But […]
Wearing Every Hat: The Truth About Being a Self-Published Author When you self-publish a book, you don’t just write a manuscript and send it off into the world. You become everything. You are the creator, pulling stories and lessons out of your heart and head.You are the first-round editor, catching the typos and plot holes […]
You Can’t Disciple a Demon, and You Can’t Cast Out the Flesh I came across a quote the other day that made me pause: “You can’t disciple a demon, and you can’t cast out the flesh.” – Pastor Jack Hayford At first glance, that sounds like something from a deep theology textbook, but hang with […]
The People Who Ask Why There’s a certain kind of person whose brain never takes a day off. They’re the ones who stay up at night replaying a conversation, not because they don’t understand what was said, but because they’re still processing why it was said. They’re the deep thinkers. The over-processors. The ones whose […]
“Small Harvests, Great Worth” 🌸 Some plants fill a basket in a day — cucumbers tumbling in by the dozen, tomatoes weighing down the vine. Their abundance is a joy, but it comes quickly and easily. Then there are plants like the saffron crocus. You wait patiently for a single bloom. From that flower, just […]
Here’s a simple saffron crocus bulb planting guide you can post on your site or use as a quick reference: 🌸 How to Plant Saffron Crocus Bulbs (Crocus sativus) Planting Season: Late summer to early fall (August–September in most U.S. zones) 1. Choose the Right Spot Sunlight: Full sun is best — saffron crocus loves […]
Spanish Saffron Tea with Cardamom, Cinnamon & Honey What Is “Blooming” Saffron? Blooming saffron is the process of soaking the delicate red threads in hot water (or another warm liquid) before using them. This gentle steeping allows the spice to fully release its golden color, floral aroma, and unique flavor compounds. Without blooming, much of […]
No One Interviews the One Who Stayed Home I went on a cruise last year with friends. It was filled with fun—helping them offset the cost of a room by joining in, sharing space, keeping company. I signed up to swim with pigs. They wanted to do bar rivia. I did karaoke and rode ATVs. […]
The Greatest Mom Doesn’t Look Like You Think by Eileen Colette Somewhere along the way, the phrase “the greatest mom” became code for a woman who disappears. She gives up her career.She tucks away her dreams.She shows up to every school event with snacks labeled in calligraphy.She is, in every sense, selfless. And often, we […]