Eugene Dettmer Served at Utah Beach

This summer I've interviewed dozens of WWII vets. My goal is to write their stories and publish them in volumes according to where each lives (county). What a privilege to talk with each of them! They were all humble and still harbor a deep love for this country. Hopefully, future generations will read these stories... Continue Reading →

Fulbright Scholar Lauren Petersen Completes Year in Poland

    “Europe is this huge melting pot of cultures,” said 2007 Bluffton High School graduate Lauren Petersen. “That’s what I wanted to experience as a Fulbright Scholar. I wanted to be immersed in something completely new.”   In June Petersen returned from a year spent as a Fulbright Scholar teaching English to students at... Continue Reading →

Are you a spoon, fork or knife?

It is more blessed to give than to receive.  Acts 20: 35 ** My seven-year-old daughter, Lindsay, helped me set the table. “I’m glad I’m not a fork,” she suddenly announced. ‘What’s wrong with forks?” I asked. “Forks like to stab things, trying to get everything for themselves. It’s like they say, ‘Gimme, gimme’ all... Continue Reading →

Want to begin your life as a writer? Attend this FREE workshop!

If you're interested in learning more about becoming a writer, plan to attend a FREE session tonight at Wells County Public Library  in Bluffton, Indiana, at 6:30-7:30. The library staff and I will host the meeting. We'll offer tips on how to get started, local writing resources available and markets for your work. Snacks will be available.... Continue Reading →

’57 Chevy delights owners Sue and Jerry Fell

This story appeared in IN Autos and RVS magazine, a publication I write for regularly. It’s fun to write about old cars and their owners!     Jerry & Sue Fell   Jerry Fell from Fort Wayne had always wanted to own a 1957 Chevy convertible. He had already owned other classic cars that he... Continue Reading →

Jim Miller– Army MP in 1960s

I like interviewing American soldiers and veterans. I think they all have a message for us of commitment, sacrifice and dedication to country. This man and his family are long-time friends from my church, First Church of Christ in Bluffton IN. It was an honor to write about him here. Thanks, Jim!   **  ... Continue Reading →

Berne Festival Reflects Its Swiss Heritage

This fun festival takes place in just a few weeks. Make it a point to attend! I guarantee you'll have fun! This article appeared in News-Sentinel newspaper (Fort Wayne IN). I shot all of the photos. Check out other travel articles I've written by searching 'travel'. **   After viewing scalloped balconies, white flags with... Continue Reading →

Speaking to young readers at Fairmount Public Library

On June 8, 2012, I spoke to young students at Fairmount Public Library about what it's like to be an author and write books. What fun to chat with those little ones about reading and writing! They liked looking at my nine children's books. When I pointed out my name on the cover of the... Continue Reading →

Happy Father’s Day to my husband!

I constantly remind my kids to appreciate their dad. If not for him, they would have to hire someone to help them with FAFSA’s, chauffeur us to visit them, and find someone to keep track of me. With my head in the clouds much of the time with my writing he’s learned to adapt in... Continue Reading →

Tribute to my father Forace Hale Brewer

As a father has compassion on his children, so the LORD has compassion on those who fear him. Psalm 103:13 ** Today’s post is about my dad, Forace Hale Brewer. Dad died 2005. We still miss him. I wish he was here to see how his beloved grandkids have grown up, graduated from college and... Continue Reading →

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