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Winning an honorable mention in a writing contest is a moment of pride and encouragement. It shows that your work stood out among many, yet it also leaves a lingering feeling: what’s next? After receiving an honorable mention, I found myself compelled to write another story, driven by a mix of motivation, reflection, and a desire to improve. This post explores that journey—how I moved beyond the recognition to create a new, stronger piece of writing. The Impact of an Honorabl

Who's Banner? Does she play guitar? Great question, much obliged that you asked! Banner is my heroine from my 2016 debut novel, A Woman's Choice . I thought Banner was muted after she and Scott Rourke went into the merry happily ever after (and don't bother me again) in Dundee, Georgia. Well, the gal decided to come back and bother me! Enter Lifelines , the sequel. Now, I did toy with a sequel off and on for years - and even did an outline for other characters. John William "

Corinth, Mississippi, stands as a unique crossroads where history, culture, and Southern charm converge. This small city, rich in heritage and stories, offers visitors a glimpse into the past while embracing the warmth and spirit of the South. Known for its pivotal role during the Civil War and its vibrant community today, Corinth invites travelers to explore its streets, landmarks, and traditions. Historic Corinth Civil War Interpretive Center, a key landmark in Southern her

For every working mother striving to keep the chaos of career, home, and family from fully consuming her, there is a patron saint: Erma Bombeck. A nationally syndicated humorist and author, Bombeck turned the mundane, often exhausting, reality of 20th-century suburban motherhood into comedic gold. From 1965 until she died in 1996, her column, “At Wit's End,” appeared in over 900 newspapers, giving a powerful and hilarious voice to millions of women who often felt unseen, unhe

In 1867, the United States Secretary of State, William Seward, is known for “Seward’s Folly”—the purchase of Alaska from Russia for $7,000,000. Some people may think it was excellent bang for the United States' buck—at two cents an acre—but many Americans were upset. I personally think his first folly was a fantastic decision; it is a second folly I would like to share with the world, especially with the rampant revisionism sweeping through the United States to remove monumen