Capturing WWII Stories, One Veteran at a Time
In honor of the summer season when more people are taking vacations and exploring, I’ve posted a travel article I wrote about one of my favorite museums: The Miami County Museum in Peru, Indiana. This is the type of museum that makes you feel at home. But don't think it’s full of small-town stuff! There’s... Continue Reading →
An enjoyment of reading to his daughter prompted Ossian resident John Baumgartner to become the author of two new books. For the past decade Baumgartner, a 1979 graduate of Norwell High School, wrote 10 books. His attempts to get them published were dismal. After receiving dozens of rejection letters for the first eight, he... Continue Reading →
I recently spoke at Zion United Methodist church’s Mother/Daughter banquet. This church is located on Fort Wayne’s west side. It was a small intimate group of ladies of all ages. Everyone was friendly and I had a wonderful time! The men of the church served us a delicious meal. They asked me to speak about... Continue Reading →
I love it when students check out my books at the school library where I work and I ask them, “Did you know I wrote this book?” I try to tell most of the kids but sometimes the new class coming in doesn't know me well. They shake their heads, disbelieving my statement about... Continue Reading →
Today I had the great privilege of speaking at the Mother/Daughter Tea at St. Mark’s Lutheran Church south of Fort Wayne. It was great fun and I met many interesting ladies. It was an opportunity to wear a pretty hat and I wore one that had belonged to Mom. I spoke on the theme of... Continue Reading →
Lucy is a friend of mine. She just read my book on Selena Gomez and told me she loved it! With her parents’ permission I’ve posted her picture here with a copy of the book. Biographies are great books to read to learn about people who have made a difference in the lives of other... Continue Reading →
