A few images taken during the ongoing book tour ~
I’ve been having a really good time the last few days on the beginning of my book tour. I’ve met some new friends and shared some new experiences with old ones. I would like to give my readers an update of some photos and stories of these experiences.
My newest novella releases tomorrow!
The Scent of Cherry Blossoms releases tomorrow! In celebration of its release, I would love to share with you a vlog about the story behind my inspiration for the setting and the story.
Some Thoughts on the Old Order Amish and the Old Order Mennonites
Please join me as I take a moment to explain some of the differences between the Old Order Amish and the Old Order Mennonites and how those differences affect the way they interact with each other.
A Vlog for my upcoming novella release!
Hello, my dear reader friends! I want to take a quick break from preparing for my book tour to share with you a quick video about The Scent of Cherry Blossoms. I am really excited that it releases on Tuesday and would love to share some of my thoughts about it with you!
Are the Amish saved? –and a giveaway
I’m often asked if the Amish are saved. I think what people are really asking is whether the teachings of the Amish church follow the precepts of God’s Word. Today, I would like to address that question.
Valentine’s Treat and a Book Giveaway!
Inside, you’ll find some interesting news about book clubs and my book tour, the winner of last week’s blog contest, and a delicious Valentine’s Day treat!!
Cooking & Such and a giveaway
My friend Sherry Gore is the editor-in-chief for a wonderful new magazine called Cooking & Such: Adventures in Plain Living. Today, Sherry has shared with us an excerpt from her magazine and a wonderful recipe. In addition, I am very excited to be giving away a year’s subscription to this beautiful magazine that I know you will love as much as I do! Keep reading to find out more.
Changes coming ~
To me, reader friends are the best part of writing for a living! I don’t say that lightly. When I began writing, I hadn’t expected reader friends to move into my heart as you have. I’ve come to love, cherish, and honor you and your thoughts.
With you in mind, I’m making a few changes to how this Plain Talk Blog works.
Home for the Holidays by Susan Meissner
Home for the Holidays and giveaway. Read more to enter!
by Susan Meissner, author of A Sound Among the Trees
Home for the Holidays
Christmas has a way of beckoning us home, doesn’t it? We long for our loved ones to be seated at our holiday tables, gathered cozy in our festive living rooms, and posing for family photos at the blazing hearth. Expectations can be high and disappointments can run deep when what we want – everyone home for Christmas – isn’t what we have. We want to be home and we want everyone we love to be home with us.
Thanksgiving and a chance to win a cookbook!
Cooking & Such by Sherry Gore
There is a time for everything,
and a season for every activity under the heavens.
(Ecclesiastes 3:1)
Update: There were over two hundred wonderful participants in this “Win a copy of Taste of Pinecraft by Sherry Gore.” The winner is Sandra Stover! Congratulations, Sandra!
The screen door slams for what seems like the hundredth time as my children brush past the blooming yellow mums, dashing in and out, hopeful for a little taste of something tantalizing from my kitchen.
Later, tummies are stuffed with turkey and trimmings, and the children’s play has wound down to a slower pace. They’ve gathered on the braided-rug-covered floor, taking turns playing checkers, toy cars, and Dutch Blitz. The aroma of cinnamon and nutmeg mixed with creamy pumpkin filling wafts through the air as the oven timer signals the pie has baked to perfection.
Reflecting on Thanksgivings past in my home when my children were small fills me with a joy that warms my heart.
As the seasons of the year change, so do circumstances in our lives, especially as we grow older. Some changes are greeted with anticipation and are welcomed, like when our children fall in love and marry, or when a pink or blue blanket gets knitted in celebration for a little one on the way. Other changes are not so welcome and come unexpectedly, such as sickness or even the loss of a loved one.
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