We often hear ourselves, or others, talk about having a happy place. We can feel and see the joy in the words. I was thinking about this phrase, “My Happy Place” recently. My happy place has always been “Holman.” For me, the question makes more sense to say, “What is your Holman?” 

As a local (New Mexico) author, I have learned even more how important it is to support local businesses. Every state and town has them. It’s our jobs to support them.

It’s the first Saturday in May and we just watched the Kentucky Derby on the television. Besides watching the amazing and beautiful horses, I love seeing all the hats!

This month I am highlighting Nikola Kammer, the youngest child of Suzanah and Alex Kammer.

Each and every book that sells gives me goosebumps! I do not take it lightly.

I have been thinking about the differences between my first book and the second book. The whole experience has been smoother the second time around.

It’s time to meet my main character, Izrael Shane Kammer! Izrael, or Iz, or even Speedy Iz, as he is often referred to by his family and friends.

To continue my character sharing, this month I will be sharing about Alexander Shane Kammer, the father (Poppa) and patriarch of Kammer Ranch.

I am sharing, here, about one of my favorite characters, Suzanah Grace Klein Kammer, the momma of the Kammer family. As her personality developed, I found myself blending my grandmothers, my mother and myself into Suzanah. The common thread is how much she loves her family. 

Here we go again, thinking about the New Year and what we might do better, or different after January 1. 

I have to confess; I have never been good at sitting and reading a book for any length of time.

I have been thinking about blogging this topic for some time. When I first thought of it, I was thinking about faith and all that goes with it. We cannot see “faith,” yet we believe it to be “real.” Or do we? Do you?

Over the past couple of years, I have shared about what inspired me to write and create the Kammer Family series, and all their adventures.

I love this time of year. There is nothing I dislike about the season of Fall.

I truly have two “modes” in life. In my free time I totally LOVE being an author. I am still amazed to say I am a published author. In my “Author Mode” I am inspired, and it feels natural to “Just Write.”

My last book signing took place in a community full of people I did not know. As shoppers / book readers stopped by my table, I had the opportunity to share all about my book, Into the Canyon. It was a wonderful experience.

How does a writer know what to write about? Where do the ideas come from?

A few months ago the sweetest, best little poodle who ever lived, crossed the rainbow bridge. This little poodle was more than a pet. She was special. She was therapeutic. Not just for her favorite human, my daughter, Vanessa, but she also got me through many important events in my life.

Each and every day we create something. Whether it is creating a delicious meal or planting a new garden. It’s about creating.

The last year has taught me a lot about my faith and what church has to do with faith. What I have learned is that church is not about faith.