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9/11
9/11 is a day I will always remember – despite the brain injury. Thank you, Lord, for those who gave their lives, who unexpectedly helped in rescue efforts (military and […]
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Psalm 17
“Psalm 17 is not just a psalm calling for protection, but for purity and security. The tone of this psalm is that David felt like the world was against him…”
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Psalm 16
“We know we can trust God and rely on Him. Philippians 4:13 tells us, ‘I can do all things through him who strengthens me.’ This is meant to be encouragement for people enduring circumstances that feel endless and appear seemingly impossible…”
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Book Review: Mind Change by Susan Greenfield
I had to read this book for research at work, but it was awesome! Mind Change: How Digital Technologies Are Leaving Their Mark on Our Brains by Susan A. Greenfield […]
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Psalm 15
Hello! This week, we’ll be discussing Psalm 15. Let’s dive right in. Who Shall Dwell on Your Holy Hill? A Psalm of David. O Lord, who shall sojourn in your tent? Who shall dwell […]
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Book Review: The Heart’s Choice by Tracie Peterson
“Brilliant novel! I love how it is placed in the home state of the author (though a century earlier). The plot is very well developed…”
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Psalm 14
This psalm is another good one to turn to when you’re facing extreme hardship (or any challenge, really)…
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Book Review: Midnight in Washington
I just finished reading Midnight in Washington by Congressman Peter Schiff. While I didn’t agree with many aspects of the book, he does provide a firsthand account of what happened […]
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Psalm 13
Psalm 13 is short, and may be simple memorize. This was written when he was fleeing from King Saul…
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Psalm 12
“What is the most dangerous situation you have ever encountered? David wrote this psalm when he was fleeing for his life…”
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Book Review: Pretense
This is a contemporary Christian romance, but it begins in the 1950s… Pretense by Lori Wick My rating: 4 of 5 stars It takes a little bit to get into […]
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Book Review: Dark Clouds, Deep Mercy by Mark Vroegop
I’ve been doing some reading and research for my next book, and this was something I read to learn more about lament…
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Psalm 11
Even if you don’t have a valentine, you still have Someone who you can call out to in times of hardship…
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Book Review: The Problem of Pain by C.S. Lewis
Yesterday, I finished reading The Problem of Pain by C.S. Lewis. Check out my review below! I would recommend this book to anyone facing a challenge they feel will never […]
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Book Review: Don’t Sweat the Small Stuff at Work by Richard Carlson, Ph.D.
I found this to be a useful quick read with plenty of tips that can be immediately put into practice in the workplace… Don’t Sweat the Small Stuff … and […]
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Psalm 10
The Lord is holy, and cannot be in contact with anything evil or wicked. This is a prayer from David asking for the wicked to be overthrown…
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Happy Thanksgiving!
Psalm 100 is a psalm of joy that can help us remember His presence in our lives during challenging times and during times of delight…
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Book Review: If I Were You by Lynn Austin
This historical fiction book follows two women during WWII – both at home and on battlefields, in a few places where women actually did serve during the war. If I […]
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Book Review – “The Cases That Haunt Us”
I’ve written a couple short stories that are mysteries. One piece of advice I saw to improve my stories was to read some mysteries. These are real cases. It was […]
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How is Grace Related to Lament?
At 7 PM EST, Faith Bible Seminary will go live! “Pastor Mark Vroegop and Pastor Brent Aucoin, President of Faith Bible Seminary, will hold a live discussion regarding the grace […]
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Book Review: 101 Best Ways to Land a Job in Troubled Times
If you are finding it difficult to snag a job in today’s world, this book provides some helpful advice. 101 Best Ways to Land a Job in Troubled Times by […]
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Psalm 9
We should be thankful for justice. Even if all is not right with where a government may be leaning, God’s judgments are centered on His righteousness…
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Psalm 8
Psalm 8 is another short psalm of praise written by David, “a man after God’s own heart” according to 1 Samuel 13:14. BibleStudyTools.com lists 7 reasons: faith in God, trust […]
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Shoutout on BuyMeaCoffee!
We want to give a shoutout to our new supporter on BuyMeaCoffee! Thank you Lena! BuyMeaCoffee is a site that allows for fans to support creators. If this interests you, […]
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Book Review: The Giver
This was by no means my favorite book. The plot is depressing, but it’s well written otherwise…
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Psalm 7
Psalm 7 is an interesting psalm – King David cries out for rescue. A “shiggaion” is a “Dithyrambic rhythm; or wild, passionate song” according to Bible Gateway. More specifically, dithyrambic. […]
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Book Review: Dirt to Soil
Do you feel like you’re a failure at gardening? It actually may be easier to fix than you think…
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Nonfiction Super Sale
I’m participating in the Nonfiction E-Book Super Sale! Check it out below! Have a splendid Saturday! https://books.bookfunnel.com/nonfictionsupersale/oa2dqr00dx
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Book Review: “My Brother’s Keeper”
I enjoyed My Brother’s Keeper by Beth Wiseman, but I am picky. I love books by Beverly Lewis…
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Os Inklings
I finished a book written in Portuguese. 5 stars! Reading books written in foreign languages helps widen your vocabulary…
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Psalm 6
This week, we’ll be continuing with Psalm 6. You could say this is a psalm of grief, but David is really calling out to the Lord in the midst of hardship…
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Psalm 5
Let’s continue with Psalm 5! Listen to my words, Lord,Consider my sighing.Listen to the sound of my cry for help, my King and my God,For to You I pray.In the morning, Lord, You will hear my […]
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Psalm 4
This week, we continue with the book of Psalms. Psalm 4 speaks of how we can call on God when we face trouble or insults, and He will bring us […]
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Psalm 3 – Provision and Protection
I hope your Monday has been marvelous! Today, we’re going to talk about Psalm 3. David wrote this while he was on the run – his son Absalom wanted to take the throne and is trying to kill him…
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Psalm 2
We’re going to talk about Psalm 2, which promises to bless you, but also promises that you will face challenges. What kind of challenge? Let’s explore…
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Book Review: Irish Meadows
I finished another novel! This one mentions Irish history in detail, particularly relating to immigration in the early 1900s. Irish Meadows by Susan Anne Mason My rating: 4 of 5 […]
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Book Review: The Reason for God
I just finished it this morning… it’s fantastic. The Reason for God: Belief in an Age of Skepticism by Timothy J. Keller My rating: 5 of 5 stars This is […]
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Psalm 1
Psalm 1 is encouraging – it reminds us that the Lord always has your best in mind, despite the trials you may be facing. This is a short psalm, and […]
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Mystery Promo
Our first mystery, Summer in Sitka is listed in a $0.99 mystery promo today! Check out the link below to view the sale! https://books.bookfunnel.com/99centmysteries/xnvqjv94mx
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Walk/Run – Fun in the Fall
One of the charities we support – Matrix Lifecare Pregnancy Center – has changed its name to Bravely Women’s Health. You can see our interview with the director, Traves Freeland […]
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Free Download for Devoted Readers
I started looking today for a chart or site where I could view the percentage of different genres of books that I’ve read and found nothing. So, I created a […]
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Book Review: “The Electric Fencing Handbook”
If you’ve ever thought of moving to the country and raising livestock, this is a book you may wish to read…
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Book Review: “Understand Linguistics”
I just finished another book about linguistics. It was always a challenging, but interesting subject. This book touches on many areas and provides a list at the end for anyone […]
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Recommended Book – “The Real Horse Soldiers”
This is an excellent read for anyone interested in Civil War history or the US Cavalry…
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Book Review: The Crossing at Cypress Creek
I finished another book today… The Crossing at Cypress Creek by Pam Hillman My rating: 5 of 5 stars I found the story to be very enjoyable! However, there was […]
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Philippians 3
In this section of Philippians, Paul outlines goals for our relationship with Christ and shares some things we may hope for…
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Short Story – Free Mystery Download
We just uploaded a new short story to BookFunnel – get your free download now! Amelia and Dinah face an unexpected challenge on a hike at their conference in Sitka… […]
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Philippians 2
“Let’s continue reading through Philippians – on to the next chapter! Paul begins by…”
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Philippians 1 – A Letter
Today, let’s dig into Philippians 1. One thing about me is, I love letters. How about you? I enjoy receiving them, and I do my best to answer them when […]
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Review of “Seeing Voices
If you are interested in learning more about deaf culture, you’ll find this book to be interesting and informative. Seeing Voices by Oliver Sacks My rating: 5 of 5 stars […]
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Review of “The Kidnapping Years”
I just posted a review of The Kidnapping Years. Here it is… The Kidnap Years: The Astonishing True History of the Forgotten Kidnapping Epidemic That Shook Depression-Era America by David […]
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Book Swap – Life is For Everyone by Joanna White
This morning, I’m featuring a book swap through Book Funnel with Joanna White. Her book is titled “Life is for Everyone.” All proceeds will go to Save the Storks: “Reaching […]
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The Promise of Breeze Hill
I finished this book in two days… It was good and I enjoyed it, but it wasn’t quite my style. The Promise of Breeze Hill by Pam Hillman My rating: […]
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This is a rare occurrence…
I found this interesting story about twin foals (baby horses) that were born in Ireland. Giving birth to twins is vary rare for horses, and when they does occur, they […]
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“Indiana in the Civil War: Doctors, Hospitals and Medical Care”
“A couple of days ago, I finished reading “Indiana in the Civil War…
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Poesie…
Avevo letto “Come bolle di sapone,” scritto di Giulia Quaranta Provenzano. Aveva interessante di leggere più poesie nello italiano… Mio riassunto sta nel sito di Goodreads… Come Bolle di Sapone […]
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BookFunnel BookSwap
One of our books will be part of a book swap through BookFunnel tomorrow (May 6, 2022). I am swapping What Can I Do Now That I Have a Traumatic […]
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Just finished an interesting book…
This week has been a wet one with plenty to do. I just finished reading Before and After: The Incredible Real-Life Stories of Orphans Who Survived the Tennessee Children’s Home Society by Judy Christie and Lisa Wingate. It’s hard to think that such terrible things escaped the attention of the people who should have known…
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Another busy week…
This has been a busy week as the school where I work is gearing up to finish the year. I just finished reading Gay Girl, Good God by Jackie Hill […]
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Strength in the Savior
This week, we will continue with the rest of Philippians 3. Not that I have already reached the goal or am already fully mature, but I make every effort to […]
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Opciones para practicar otra idioma…
Quire decirte que he abierto un canal por YouTube! He pesto todo de nuestros productos allí, pero también hay un vídeo lo que está en español sober Como aprender un […]
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Matrix
One organization that serves women facing planned or unplanned pregnancy is Matrix Lifecare Services…
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Finished another book…
I just finished Agatha Christie’s The Murder of Roger Ackroyd. It has some unique plot twists… I gave it 4 stars. Really good, and I enjoyed it, but I don’t […]
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Zoom Interview – Matrix LifeCare Center
I have planned to conduct a Zoom interview with Mr. Traves Freeland, the Director of Mission Partnership and Advancement at Matrix LifeCare Center. I volunteered with them several years ago…
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Special Coupons for Smashwords
If you buy eBooks with Smashwords, I want to let you know that Learning the Beauty of Humility With Horses is available for $1 and What Can I Do Now […]
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Proverbs 13
I’ve finished plenty of reading recently. I just finished Digital Minimalism: Choosing a Focused Life in a Noisy World by Cal Newport. You can see my review here. One unique […]
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Esther
Today, I both started (and finished) a poetry book! It’s titled Esther was written by John Piper. It’s a short book – a quick, one-sitting read. The book does not […]
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A Psalm of Praise and Protection
This week, I want to talk about Psalm 144. This is a psalm of praise, but it also reminds us of the Lord’s protection and provision for those of us who believe in Him as Lord and Savior…
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Reading… Publishing Soon!
I’m excited that the weather is getting warmer – it’ll be nice enough to ride within a couple months. We’ve had a lot of snow here…
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Psalm 93
Today, I would like to share the encouragement of Psalm 93… This passage is an excellent reminder of the Lord’s fortitude…
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Psalm 2
Hi! I’ve been caught up with work, and with doing some writing! I’ve been working a future eBook release, Four Techniques for Learning a Foreign Language. It should be available […]
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Psalm 146
This morning, I read Psalm 146 – reading the Bible at the pace of one chapter per day unfortunately does not always land on the Christmas story during Christmas time, […]
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Merry Christmas!
Merry Christmas! ¡Feliz Navidad! Buon Natale! 圣诞快乐! Feliz Natal! I hope you had a happy Christmas yesterday, and that you’re continuing to have a wonderful Christmas season. A special verse […]
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Merry Christmas! ¡Feliz Navidad!
Merry Christmas! Feliz Navidad! I wish you a splendid Saturday as we remember the birth of our Savior, Jesus Christ… Luke 2:1-20 says: In those days a decree went out […]
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Psalm 43
Earlier this week, I was reading Psalm 43. It’s quite encouraging. With only 5 verses, it would also be a good option for memorization. “Vindicate me, God, and defend my […]
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Psalm 24
Today, I read Psalm 24. I especially liked verse 10 (finishing out the psalm) because of how it reminds us of how incredible God is. Who is He, this King […]
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Hebrews 12:1-3
This morning, I read in Psalms, but also happened upon Hebrews 12:1-3. It says: Therefore, since we also have such a large cloud of witnesses surrounding us, let us lay aside […]
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Books I’m Reading and Books I Recommend
I would like to share a list of books I am currently reading and books that I recommend, in case you would like to purchase them. These are books written […]
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Short but Sweet
Saturday, I was reading Psalm 117. So short (with only 2 verses), that I read Psalm 118 also, and then started on Psalm 119 this morning. Psalm 119 is super […]
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Reassurance of Rescue
Saturday morning, I read Psalm 40. It begins with reassuring us in verses 1-2 that we can always rely on Him to pull out out of trouble. I waited patiently […]
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Psalm 98
Yesterday, I read Psalm 98. It’s a short, but joyous passage with just 9 verses. Sing a new song to the Lord,For He has done wonderful things,His right hand and His holy arm have gained the […]
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This week…
I took a break – not a desired one – I had to have surgery on Wednesday. All went as well as could be expected. I enjoyed reading Psalm 93 – only, in Spanish…
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Psalm 25 Plus Publishing Updates
I was really drawn to Psalm 25 (NASB – North American Standard Bible) this week. This passage pleads for protection…
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Contentment in Psalm 16
Yesterday morning I read some encouraging Scripture, including a psalm from Sunday morning – Psalm 16 (HCSB). I was under a time crunch for an important project at work and […]
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Hope Amidst Sorrow
I kept finding information on grief and depression – not quite the kind of sorrow I’m looking for. Then I realized – I need to be looking for information about hope!
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Psalm 4
Yesterday, I was reading Psalm 4. I’m going to copy the whole psalm first (because it’s short) and then talk about specific verses. Answer me when I call,God, who vindicates […]
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Psalm 77
Jesus will always hear us when we cry out to Him. “I cry aloud to God, aloud to God, and He will hear me. I sought the Lord in my day of trouble. My hands were continually lifted up all night long; I refused to be comforted.” It can be helpful to remember that whenever…
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Psalm 51
Last week, I was struck by Psalm 51. I read a chapter of the Bible every morning over breakfast. Two different chapters actually – one in Spanish and one in […]
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Learning the Beauty of Humility With Horses
Please purchase Learning the Beauty of Humility With Horses! It is on sale for $0 through the end of September! Working with horses provides an excellent opportunity to improve your […]
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Jephthah’s Daughter’s Sacrifice
Today, I want to continue talking about Jephthah in Judges 11:29-50 (HCSB). He asked for victory in battle by making a vow to the Lord that whatever came through the […]
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Japheth’s Sacrifice
The other morning, I was reading about Japheth’s daughter. This was the man who promised God that whatever came around the next corner – he would sacrifice it. Well, his […]
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Now Available on Smashwords & New Release Coming Soon!
Our eBooks are now available on Smashwords, and a new release is coming September 1st!
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Psalm 83
Psalm 83:1-2 beings with a command, calling out to God. This can also serve as a reminder that we are never truly alone if we believe in Christ as Lord […]
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Excitement as Fall Approaches…
It’s exciting as fall is approaching! We still have several days left in our splendid summer (well, it’s nice here anyway), but will be returning to the regular school year […]
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Finding Praise in Tremulous Times
Today I want to share Psalm 96. It is a short and happy psalm that praises the Lord and His splendor. This is something we could all use in these […]
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Deliverance in the Darkest Times
Last week, I was struck by Psalm 32:1-7, but also verses 10-11. The Lord is very merciful and willing to forgive. “Selah” is likely a musical notation – the Psalms […]
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Just the Right Time for Squash…
I am ready to put my squash out as soon as I get a chance. It was too cold, then it was too wet, now the temperature is just right. […]
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Solace
“When I incurred my brain injury; I felt alone at times – although I knew Christ was always there…”
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Restoration
“It is possible to be forgiven of bloodshed and to be restored to purity in the Lord’s sight.”
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Contentment in Times of Hardship
“With a traumatic brain injury, sometimes it feels like you are suffering through every day; but it is crucial to seek the blessing in times of difficulty.”
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Faithfulness
According to Merriam Webster Dictionary, the definition of “faithful” as an adjective is “steadfast in affection or allegiance, loyal”, “firm in adherence to promises or in observance of duty, conscientious”, […]
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Prayer
Prayer is an important part of having a relationship with Jesus Christ. The wonderful part about it is, you can do it anytime. Prayer doesn’t have to be spoken out […]
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Humility
This week, I though I would just share some scripture again. It is calming during these torrential, harrowing and trepidatious times. We never saw the coronavirus encroaching upon us and […]
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Contentment
Contentment is a difficult circumstance to achieve right now during the coronavirus pandemic. Some people worry about what will happen if the vaccine does not work; or if too few […]
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Plans for March
As many of my followers already know, I will be contributing to the charities I mentioned last week on March 1st (or close to it). I’ve been wondering what else […]
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A Question and a Sample
I’ve been contemplating creating a membership option and using Patreon to earn funds with this blog to invest in the nonprofits I have mentioned. It would allow you to contribute […]
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This fencing idea is interesting…
I found this other fencing option on Pinterest… It’s interesting; because it’s similar to the willow fencing idea that I found; but it is less permanent. The fencing can be […]
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Kissing Spines
I had never heard of a condition called “Kissing Spines”… Cross-training is recommended at some level for dressage horses – trail riding or perhaps a jump or two now and […]
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Needs
I’ve been thinking as I’ve started a business this year. I thought about starting a nonprofit; but that would require a board, legal oversight, and a lot of money to […]
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Reading List for 2021…
This winter, I am continuing research for my book about traumatic brain injury. A few weeks ago, I finished “Signature Wounds: The Untold Story of the Military’s Mental Health Crisis” […]
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MERRY CHRISTMAS! ¡FELIZ NAVIDAD! BUON NATALE! FELIZ NATAL! 圣诞快乐 !
Merry Christmas! I hope today is wonderful for you! “In the same region there were some shepherds staying out in the fields and keeping watch over their flock at night. And an angel of […]
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Scripture
Several passages have meant a lot to me; I have sent them in letters before. I hope you will find these helpful…
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Garden
One thing I’ve been thinking about is what the landscaping would look like on the farm. Obviously, I don’t have a farm yet; but I have been through the Master […]
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Plans for Christmas
One I like to do (on a quarterly basis, not just at Christmas) is to create cards for a military group (like Operation Gratitude or the American Legion), write letters […]
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Why would I be interested in working with horses?
It isn’t for everyone; but work with horses is very gratifying. I have found horses to be understanding. Now, if you mistreat them; they will not forget and challenges will […]
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Delight
In the very beginning, right after I incurred my traumatic brain injury; I wasn’t really thinking about delight. I had no grasp of time. I had no idea how long […]
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Passages I Have Found Helpful…
Although you may be treated carelessly by some (or feel as though you are being treated thoughtlessly), faith and trust in the Christ often grows best in times of trial. Tremendous trial…
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Interesting Website
I found this post about Healing Our Heroes to be very interesting. It is similar to my goals; although I want to focus specifically on traumatic brain injury and working […]
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How Do I Deal With Forgetting?
I forget too. We’re not in the same circumstances; forgetfulness does bear its own consequences, but it’s not always a terrible thing. In fact, it can be a blessing. I […]
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Patience
Patience is a common issue when facing a traumatic brain injury. The Air Force Center for Medical Excellence lists “irritability” as a long term effect of a TBI, among many […]
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Deliverance
Two psalms I have found very comforting are Psalm 31 and Psalm 54. Deliverance is always something to hope for. To quote Hebrews 11:1, “Now faith is the certainty of things hoped for, a proof […]
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Suffering with Honor
When my accident occurred and I was not allowed to ride for a time. I spent a lot time seeking passages about suffering in the Bible. I have included some […]
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I’m Stuck at Home! What Do I Do?
It may be a relief to be at home for longer in the beginning; but eventually, you may have the urge to just go somewhere! I know this has been […]
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Book Review: Capitalism and Freedom
Hello! Please feel free to check out my book review on Capitalism and Freedom by Milton Friedman below. If you like classic economics, you’ll enjoy this book. I loved how […]
Trot for TBI
Trot for TBI: Find Hope in Christ through Any Challenge
