“The Purple Nightgown..

Posted April 9, 2021 by Leslie in Reviews by Leslie / 18 Comments
“The Purple Nightgown” by A.D. Lawrence … and a GIVEAWAY!

Welcome to Friday Reads!     If you’re the chosen winner, I’ll contact you for your information.    The story behind the story… I’ve been a huge fan of the True Colors series for a while, since I’m kind of a true crime/history nerd. When I heard Barbour was requesting book ideas for the series, […]

Hope-Filled Sunday: God is Ab..

Posted March 28, 2021 by Leslie in Hope Amid the Pain / 0 Comments
Hope-Filled  Sunday: God is Able

Hope-filled Sunday!       Happy Sunday! Here’s another verse from my devotional book.     Life doesn’t always go as planned. You had everything planned … except for a flat tire, a pain flare-up that made getting out of bed challenging, or overwhelming fatigue. And, as a result, your perfectly planned day is no […]

“The Curator’s Dau..

Posted March 26, 2021 by Leslie in Reviews by Leslie / 22 Comments
“The Curator’s Daughter” by Melanie Dobson … and a GIVEAWAY!

Welcome to Friday Reads!   If you’re the chosen winner, I’ll contact you for your information.    About the book… A young girl, kidnapped on the eve of World War II, changes the lives of a German archaeologist forced into the Nazi Party and—decades later—a researcher trying to overcome her own trauma. 1940: Hanna Tillich […]

Hope-Filled Sunday: Consider ..

Posted March 21, 2021 by Leslie in Hope Amid the Pain / 0 Comments
Hope-Filled  Sunday: Consider It Pure Joy

Hope-filled Sunday!     Happy Sunday! Here’s another verse from my devotional book.     This verse is sometimes misinterpreted. James isn’t telling us that we should be happy about every situation we encounter in life. That’s unrealistic. James knew that, and so does Jesus. However, no matter the situation we are in, we can […]

Thankful Thursday: His Encoura..

Posted March 18, 2021 by Leslie in Words of Hope / 0 Comments
Thankful Thursday: His Encouragement #34

Welcome to Thankful Thursday: His Encouragement.     I am blessed to be part of a group of bloggers who’ll be sharing a bit of encouragement through Scripture verses. I hope this post blesses you as you finish the week and that you find peace, strength, and comfort in the Lord. Today, I’m sharing a […]

Philippians: A Biblical Study ..

Posted March 16, 2021 by Leslie in Reviews by Leslie / 15 Comments
Philippians: A Biblical Study and The Confident Woman Journal by Joyce Meyer … and a GIVEAWAY!

Welcome to Takeover Tuesday!     If you’re the chosen winner, I’ll contact you for your information.      My review… I’ve read many of Meyer’s books, and I always find them informative and encouraging. This one is no exception. I was excited to read it, as it focuses on my favorite book of the […]

Hope-Filled Sunday: Your Stro..

Posted March 14, 2021 by Leslie in Hope Amid the Pain / 0 Comments
Hope-Filled  Sunday: Your Strong Right Hand Holds Me Securely

Hope-filled Sunday!       Happy Sunday! Here’s another verse from my devotional book.     Many people experience sleepless nights, and they’re particularly frequent with those who live with chronic pain and illness. It’s hard to get comfortable with pain shooting from various places. Then, there’s the mind that doesn’t want to shut off. […]

“Shadows of the White Ci..

Posted March 12, 2021 by Leslie in Reviews by Leslie / 18 Comments
“Shadows of the White City” by Jocelyn Green … and a GIVEAWAY!

Welcome to Friday Reads!     You can enter by using the Rafflecopter link at the bottom of this post.  If you’re the chosen winner, I’ll contact you for your information.   Q & A with Jocelyn… Q: Shadows of the White City takes place in Chicago during the World’s Fair of 1893. What is […]

Welcome to March – Link-Up w..

Posted March 10, 2021 by Leslie in Hope Amid the Pain / 2 Comments
Welcome to March – Link-Up with A Chronic Voice

      Welcome to March! A Link-Up Party with A Chronic Voice   I’m participating in the link-up party with A Chronic Voice, http://www.achronicvoice.com, where we are given monthly writing prompts for a blog post. It’s a chance to connect with other chronic illness bloggers. I’m excited and honored to have the opportunity to […]

Hope-Filled Sunday: God Will ..

Posted March 7, 2021 by Leslie in Hope Amid the Pain / 0 Comments
Hope-Filled  Sunday: God Will Not Abandon You

Hope-filled Sunday!     Happy Sunday! Here’s another verse from my devotional book.     Life is full of storms for everyone, and it’s especially true for those living with chronic pain and illness. In those cases, some of the storms are occurring inside, as well as outside, your body. And it can be scary, […]