A pocket full of love

Yesterday we got to see our little grandchildren for the first time in almost three months. They were so excited to see us.

Hubby talking with Lilly and Andrew through the screen door.

Aren't they precious?

Stay With Me - Book Tour and Giveaway

On Tour with Prism Book Tours

ABOUT THE BOOK

Stay with Me
(A Misty River Romance #1)
By Becky Wade

Christian Contemporary Romance
Hardcover, Paperback & ebook, 368 Pages
May 5th 2020 by Bethany House Publishers

Loving her is a risk he can’t afford . . . and can’t resist.

 When acclaimed Bible study author Genevieve Woodward receives an anonymous letter referencing her parents’ past, she returns to her hometown in the Blue Ridge mountains to chase down her family’s secret. However, it’s Genevieve’s own secret that catches up to her when Sam Turner, owner of an historic farm, uncovers the source of shame she’s worked so hard to hide.

Sam has embraced his sorrow, his isolation, and his identity as an outsider. He’s spent years carving out both career success and peace of mind. The last thing he wants is to rent the cottage on his property to a woman whose struggles stir his worst failure back to life. Yet, can he bear to turn her away right when she needs him most?

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 My Review

Stay With Me by Becky Wade is another heart pounding,powerful, sweet romance that will capture your attention. This is the first novel in the new Misty River series.

Popular Bible study author and motivational speaker Genevieve Woodward finds herself in a stranger's guest house. When Aussie Sam Turner finds her, he wants her out! But Gen finds a way to persuade him to let her rent the cottage, and even with all his walls up, Sam finds his heart melting. 

Becky Wade has written a beautiful story about two troubled people, who find themselves in life's situations as they face the struggles of pain and loneliness. There is so much going on in this story that captures your heart and attention. This story tackles some serious issues. Gen is haunted by flashbacks about being one of the Miracle Five, five teenagers who were trapped by an earthquake and were the only survivors. Always wanting to appear "perfect" she hides her battle with addiction.

Sam's feelings of guilt and regret comes from his worst failure and surviving life in isolation is all wants. But when he learns Gen's secret he cannot abandon her. He only wants Gen to follow his rules. No more pills, get counseling, and don't fall in love with him. Sam is a great hero.

This story is one of hope, love, redemption and forgiveness, with a hint of a mystery. Ms Wades ability to use words to magnify the depth of feelings surrounding the struggles of addictions gives place to the very real problems many face today. And the relationship between Sam and Gen blossoms and blooms as their struggles draws them together.

Becky Wades books have always captured me, as she has a way of bringing her characters to life in such moving ways, flaws and all. Her characters are well crafted, honest about failures and find value in forgiveness and second chances. To say I loved this book would be an understatement. Good clean contemporary romance.

Definitely a 5+ rating.

A special thanks to the author/Prism Book Tours for a copy of this book. All views expressed are my honest opinion.

Other Books in the Series

Take a Chance on Me
(A Misty River Romance #0.5)
By Becky Wade
Christian Contemporary Romance, Novella
ebook, 97 Pages
February 25th 2020

 When baker Penelope Quinn steps in to help her brother’s family through a medical crisis, she’s forced into close proximity with charming Air Force fighter pilot Eli Price.

Penelope has one iron-clad dating rule—she does not date airmen. Months ago, she relaxed her rule with Eli and immediately lived to regret it. After a long deployment, he’s now back in Misty River and, to her dismay, she finds him just as tempting as always.

Eli’s spent months thinking about funny, feisty, creative Penelope. He once leveraged his focus and drive to become a pilot, his childhood dream. Now he's set on leveraging that same focus and drive in order to convince Penelope to give him one more chance.

This romantic prequel novella introduces readers to the quaint mountain town of Misty River and a brand-new series from Christy-winning author Becky Wade!

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ABOUT THE AUTHOR

 

Becky Wade is the 2018 Christy Award Book of the Year winner for True to You. She is a native of California who attended Baylor University, met and married a Texan, and moved to Dallas. She published historical romances for the general market, then put her career on hold for several years to care for her children. When God called her back to writing, Becky knew He meant for her to turn her attention to Christian fiction. Her humorous, heart-pounding contemporary romance novels have won three Christy Awards, the Carol Award, the INSPY Award, and the Inspirational Reader’s Choice Award for Romance. Becky lives in Dallas, Texas with her husband and three children.

Tour Schedule

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As part of the book tour, there is a giveaway!

Tour Giveaway

One winner will receive: – A $100 gift card – A paperback copy of Stay with Me – A hand-knit scarf – A pair of earrings – A package of “Georgia Blues” coffee – A package of apple oatmeal muffin mix

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Cutter power

When I started making quilts for the Hands2Help challenge, I made 5" blocks from fabric I had on hand.

 I like the way this one turned out so I went on and made second one.

This one is more for a baby boy. With my Accuquilt GO! cutter, I am able to cut 5" squares so quickly.

By cutting a 5 1/2" strip, there is very little waste.

Another one in the works!

Happy Quilting!

 Finished or Not Friday 
Brag About your Beauties
Can I Get A Whoop Whoop

Memorial Day

In memory and honor of those who have fought and died to keep our country free.

May God continue to protect and bless the United States of America!

Wishing you a safe and Happy Memorial Day!

You are my Sunshine

I've been busy finishing up quilts for the Hands2Help challenge. When I finished quilting this quilt, I thought it looked a little plain. So I added the words and hope that it gives courage and hope to the recipient.

 Finished or Not Friday 
Brag About your Beauties
Can I Get A Whoop Whoop

H2H Parade of Quilts

Today we are sharing a Parade of Quilts for the Hands2Help challenge. Some of mine still need the borders sewn down, but this is what I have made for this worthy cause.

I liked the way this one turned out that I made another one with boy type fabrics.

Happy Quilting!

On a Coastal Breeze

On a Coastal Breeze by Suzanne Woods Fisher picks up where On a Summer Tide leaves off.

Three Sisters Island and the Grayson family are at the center of this novel. Maddie Grayson has hung her counseling shingle in the basement of the church office. When the new pastor parachutes in, Maddie is shocked to see it is the one person she hoped to never see again.  Ricky O'Shea, who taunted and tormented Maddie through out her young life.

There is a lot going on in this book. Not only is Maddie battling her own fears, but with the return of Rick, old anger and hurts fill her thoughts. Rick on the other hand, has apparently changed. Wanting to make restitution for his wrong doings of the past, but can Maddie move past her anger and trust Rick to have really changed?

There are a lot of emotions that come into play with the story of the Grayson sisters. Maddie seeming the more sensitive sister, brings out the many facets of feelings between her sisters Cam and Blaine. Learning from their many mistakes and moving forward. The story was well written, characters full and well developed.

 I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book which I received from the publisher. All views expressed are my honest opinion.

What I have been doing.

Ok, so I've been working on quilting my charity quilts for the  Hands2Help challenge. I ran into a little problem with my Sweet Sixteen and have been on the phone with them. Twice!

My sweet daughter brought home this lovely bouquet of flowers for Mothers Day.

And I was so excited when she gave me this cookbook!

Oh wow, there are so many recipes that I want to try. Yum!!

Happy Quilting!

Psalm for Mama

Wishing each of you a Happy Mothers Day, whether you are the nurturer, or have ever been nurtured by a special lady in your life. May this day bring some sweet memory to cherish in your heart.

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"Psalm for Mama"
Forgive me for the times I may have hurt you. Hear the song of love in my heart.

I do not remember the times I drank from your breasts, or the times I slept in your arms, or the times you sat beside me as I tossed with fevers.

I do not remember them, but I know those times existed. I have experienced those times with my daughter who will also not remember them.

I now understand things only mothers understand.

And at night, when I bend over and kiss your granddaughter, I sometimes feel your love in the room.

I only hope.... you can feel mine too!
(Terry Helwig)

Forever in my heart

"If there ever comes a day when we can't be together,
keep me in your heart,
I'll stay there forever."
Winne the Pooh

Diana Grace

5/9/53 - 9/26/04

A bargain is a bargain

You know over the years I have always tried to share when I find good prices on things we as quilters use. Several years ago, I shared about using your 50% Joann's coupon at Michael's for batting.

I found another source and it might even be a better buy.

Batting at Hobby Lobby is $4.99 a yard. With my 40% off coupon, it came to $3.00 a yard. Which made me very happy.

They also had lots of fabric, which is almost non-exisitant in my area.

Here is what Joann's looked like.

Top row is all the cotton they have left.

And take a look at Walmart!

I sure hope everyone is making masks with all that fabric. Or could it be that the suppliers from Asia have stopped shipping? Does anyone know?

Let's Make Baby Quilts

Finishing this baby quilt for donation.

Let's Make Baby Quilts