Melisa Peterson Lewis
This was another book club choice and probably one I wouldn’t have chosen on my own. I do have a love for books turned into movies and tend to want to read the book first, so there was a draw, I can’t lie. I also jump on board when someone says, “This is a good... Continue Reading →
I really enjoyed this story, it might be because I am a gardener and anything that holds a good plot with intertwining themes on plants and flowers is right up my alley. What's the story about? Main character Victoria Jones has been in the foster care system since her birth. She's never known anything about... Continue Reading →
My days are like climbing a jungle gym. I might fall if I don’t grasp the bar firmly. Searching for balance as of late has been an ongoing mission. I realize life will never be in perfect balance, though some days may feel that way, most will not. Yesterday I had my toddler run away... Continue Reading →
This is the first year I'm attempting to save dried peas for next planting season. The process has been easy. I simply left some pods on the vine and let them dry in the hotter summer sun. When I ripped the plants out of the ground to put in a more seasonal summer crop, I... Continue Reading →
The mirror lied. Her spirit identified as a woman half her current age, and at forty-two the vision of herself balanced between unfair and not so bad. Her smile edged by wrinkles showed how often she laughed. Brown curly hair frizzed out beyond control, even after another product failed to save the day. Maybe her... Continue Reading →
