It's amazing how life changes so quickly. One decision can change everything. I have posted this story before, but I feel the need to...

Winter has finally arrived with full ferocity here in Missouri. It's been in the single digits for a few days, and I've been doing my...

I made apple butter over the weekend. I give it to friends and family for Christmas and enjoy eating it on everything from ice cream to...

If you are a frequent Ozarks Maven reader, then you know I am not technologically savvy. I manage to do what needs to be done most of the...

Do you ever get so overwhelmed and stressed out that you don't know what to do with yourself? I think it's important to recognize when...

I hope you all had a wonderful Thanksgiving! I made what was supposed to be pumpkin bars that turned out to be pumpkin cake for my...

I hope you all have a Happy Thanksgiving this week! My family and I celebrated our Thanksgiving yesterday at Golden Corral. Due to work...

It would seem I’m having a run of bad luck at the moment. There are many reasons I say that, but we’ll stick with one for now. I began a...

Ham and beans. It's a simple meal. While I enjoy it from time to time, I don't love it. My husband, however, loves ham and beans and...

I hope you all have a wonderful Halloween this year! I hadn't planned on being home for the trick or treaters this year, but my...

I am incredibly blessed with family and friends who love and support me in dreams. I had book signing at Always Buying Books, a locally...

I had quite the adventurous weekend. I attended the Ozark Creative Writers Conference in Eureka Springs, Arkansas, one of my favorite...

The cool breeze is carrying a much-anticipated break from the oppressive heat of summer. The cooler air is not only a welcome respite for...

My busy season has begun! Last week, I attended the NASCSP (National Association for State Community Services Programs) Conference in...

October will be an extremely busy month. I have two writers' conferences, my wedding anniversary, and two book signings. On top of all...

I hope everyone had a great Labor Day weekend! It's a great time to get together with family and friends, have a cookout, take a swim in...

I am ecstatic! My novel, Sally's Secret Legacy, is currently available for pre-order in the ebook format for $1.99...

I had a great book signing at Barnes & Noble last Saturday. Five other members of Sleuths' Ink Mystery Writers and I had a big, beautiful...

I tend to agonize over certain decisions because I want to be absolutely sure I'm making the right choice. Such is the case in choosing...

Time flies on swift wings for certain. My oldest grandchild turned 7 years old last weekend. My Rye Guy was surrounded by loved ones as...