Good morning friends,
We’ve had rain again overnight. With all the rain we’ve been getting I haven’t been able to hang any laundry outside recently. Hopefully that’ll change soon
We are supposed to have a high of 89 and humid. I need to do some kitchen cleaning, wipe the cabinets down, rearrange the pantry and toss some things but who wants to do all that in this heat?
I hope you have a nice day. Thanks for stopping in
300 pages July 2, 2024 publication date Bethany House publisher
ABOUT THE BOOK
Love has a way of derailing even the most carefully laid plans.
Melody Doyle has spent years following her father across the country as the transcontinental railroad is built. When she announces her desire to settle down in Cheyenne, her father presents her with an unconventional challenge: he will allow her to stay if she finds a husband before his departure. As word spreads and the men in town vie for her hand, she wonders if she could ever be happy with a husband chosen in such a way.
Charles Decker, heir to a banking dynasty, has been sent west by his father to manage their family’s new bank. His heart yearns for a simple life of teaching, but banking is the family business, and Charlie feels obligated to fall in line. When his friendship with Melody blossoms, he’s drawn to this remarkable woman who defies conventions. Will he be able to come to terms with his growing feelings for her and confront the true desires of his own heart before it’s too late?
MY THOUGHTS
I just love Tracie Peterson’s books. Even after reading them for over 30 years, I’m not tired of them. Each book delights me and I’m always looking forward to the next one.
This is the second book in the Heart of Cheyenne series, and I’ve found the historical facts about life in Cheyenne so interesting.
Melody’s mother died when she was very young, she has happy memories of her but sadly, like the memory of her face they are slowly fading. Her death has brought her into a closer, loving relationship with her father.
Her father is a wanderer, never happy to live in one place for long. His railroad job is perfect for this as it requires constantly moving along to where the work is. Despite her strong relationship with her father as Melody is now a young woman, she is tired of the constant picking up and moving around and wants to stay in Cheyenne as she considers it home of all the places they’ve traveled to.
As her father ponders her choice of wanting to settle down, he comes up with a challenge. She must find a man to marry before he departs for his next railroading job. As possible suitors here of this challenge they are hopeful of being the chosen one.
Most of the potential suitors hit a sour note with Melody but one is patient and wants a strong friendship first.
When Charles Decker arrives in town it is with the intention of managing the family’s new bank. He was sent west by his father for this intent though it’s not his hearts wish. He wants a simple life but feels obligated to fall in line with the banking business.
I thought the continuation of the railroading series taking place in Cheyenne in the late 1800’s was fascinating. This is a book about compassion, strength through hard times, keeping a strong faith, friendship before romance. There is grief and recovery. I suggest you read this series in order though not absolutely necessary.
I was given a complimentary copy of this book.
All opinions expressed are my own.
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Tracie Peterson is the bestselling, award-winning author of more than one hundred books. Tracie also teaches writing workshops at a variety of conferences on subjects such as inspirational romance and historical research. She and her family live in Montana.
Visit Tracie’s web site at: http://www.traciepeterson.com
I hope the start of your day has been satisfactory for you. One of those days where I just don’t feel like doing much but that may change later. Went to the library yesterday, I’m trying to work through my backlist, well see how that goes. đ¤ŖWe had heavy rain multiple times yesterday and we’re supposed to have more today. Sounds like a great reason to snuggle up with a book or 3.
Enjoy your day. Thanks for visiting today.
Yeah it’s a phone case but I couldn’t resist sharing. âēī¸
What would you change about modern society?
There are so many things I’d change but I’ll list a very simple one. Bring back manners: please, thank you, sorry. Show some respect and have compassion.
362 pages July 16,2024 publish date Revell publisher
ABOUT THE BOOK
After more than a year in Europe, Joanna Vaughn returns to Sweetwater Crossing, her dreams of becoming a concert pianist shattered. As if that weren’t enough, her husband, whom she married after a whirlwind courtship, has died. The only thing sustaining her on the journey back to Texas was the thought of her childhood home. But to Joanna’s dismay, she’s changed so much that the place she once loved no longer feels like home.
After his fiancÊe married his partner and both blamed him for a patient’s death, Dr. Burke Finley believes it’s time for a change. A quick trip with his almost-aunt Della Samuels to Sweetwater Crossing turns into an extended stay to discover what happened to his uncle and her would-be husband. But the beautiful and musical Joanna makes it more than bearable.
As the two join forces to help Della, there is no denying the attraction felt on both sides. But ghosts from the past are coming to call–and threatening to destroy any chance at happily-ever-after.
Get swept away by this emotional tale of family, friendship, and the kind of love that overcomes every obstacle.
MY THOUGHTS
Into the Starlight brings the Secrets of Sweetwater Crossing series to an end. There are three books in this series, and this just may be my favorite. In each of the books we see some characters from the other books which makes for a nice read when you are familiar with the characters.
Joanna Vaughn returns to Sweetwater Crossing after more than a year in Europe. Not only are her dreams of becoming a concert pianist shattered but things really are on a downward spiral for her. Her short-lived marriage is over in what seems like an instant as her beloved has died.
Looking forward to forgetting about it all and relaxing in her childhood home back in Sweetwater Crossing doesn’t feel right either. She has changed so much in her time away it no longer feels like home.
Dr. Burke Finley is devastated. One of his patients has passed and he feels responsible for their death. A little getting away from the stress is what he needs and he and his Aunt Della visit Sweetwater Crossing trying to figure out what happened to his uncle and her would be husband.
Joanna and Burke spend time in each other’s company to help Della figure out what happened years ago.
An absolute page turner, this one had me intrigued as I read. Mystery, suspense and romance are abound in this emotional and with a very surprising ending book. I enjoyed this so much and greatly look forward to seeing what the author publishes next.
I was given a complimentary copy of this book. All opinions expressed are my own.
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
With both parents avid readers, it’s no surprise that Amanda Cabot learned to read at an early age. From there it was only a small step to deciding to become a writer. Of course, deciding and becoming are two different things, as she soon discovered. Fortunately for the world, her first attempts at fiction, which included a play for her fifth grade class entitled “All About Thermometers,” were not published, but she did meet her goal of selling a novel by her thirtieth birthday. Since then she’s sold more than forty novels. When she’s not writing, Amanda enjoys sewing, cooking and – of course – reading.
I hope your day has been great. Thank you for stopping in.
Good morning all,
I went out yesterday and got some nice bargains when I was out. Later in the day I did some weeding of the patio. Our patio has bricks and unfortunately with the heat and humidity this year a lot of weeds and grass have been growing between the bricks. Anyone have any tips to getting rid of the weeds and grass not chemical related? I have pets and children and don’t want to use chemicals. Today is going to be in the 90’s again and I think I’ll take a break from going out and also do some cleaning around the house
Thank you for reading and stopping in today
Whatâs your go-to comfort food?
Food, food, oh lovely food. How delicious you taste in my mouth and how happy you make me. When we think of food many times we associate it with happy times. Breakfast our mother used to make us, family dinners, grandma’s cookies, grandpa’s famous BBQ, celebrations of good times, holiday meals lovingly shared with family and friends, learning how to cook, things burning, pots boiling over, things forgotten about in the oven. Back on track now đ comfort foods, when I feel stressed chocolate and an iced coffee work wonders . When I want a comfort food meal; cheese, ooey gooey cheese in a casserole,pizza,oven baked something or other does the job. đ§
Good morning friends,
We’ve been having temperatures in the 80’s the past few days but high humidity. Because of the humidity it still feels hit during the day but we’ve been having better sleeping weather. Thank goodness. We are headed to BB’s this morning. It’s a bent and dent store here in Pennsylvania run by the Amish. Most of them are in Lancaster but this one isn’t.
I hope you have a lovely day and things are going well.
Orangey, Charlie (black and white) Iris (tabby). Orangey came running when he heard the treat bag. đģ They are getting used to each other.
What’s your favorite game (card, board, video, etc.)? Why?
I’m not a card âĻī¸â ī¸ player. Board games seem to have gone out of fashion as well. Once in a while I enjoy monopoly, scrabble or scattergories. Video games I like the original Animal Crossing on the Game Cube and all the Mario games esp. Super Mario 64. On my mobile I love challenging myself with word games On my mobile I also play Board Kings and Charm King. I have played these off and on for years.
Orangey is doing well getting acclimated into his new home.
If you look closely in the pictures you can see Charlie in the background. He’s our black and white cat.
This is Charlie. He turned a year in June.
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