I support my local businesses and groups. I’m honored to do both on Saturday, December 21, 2019 when I, along with S.V. Farnsworth and...

There’s nothing better than a hearty meal on a cold day. It’s cold and nasty here in Missouri, and I wasn’t about to go anywhere once I...

I’ve had some extra stress in my life lately that’s had me forgetting things. I was so busy tonight that I actually forgot to write my...

Holiday shopping is in full swing. I don’t know about you, but I always struggle to find gifts for a few of the people on my list. I...

I attended my grandson’s first Christmas program this evening. It’s a milestone for our little Rye; the first of many new experiences....

Being a family means many things. It’s not all about fighting and trying to one-up each other. It certainly isn’t all pot roast and pie....

I’m decorating my house for Christmas this week. I always feel nostalgic while hanging ornaments and garland on my tree. I began...

I hope everyone had a great holiday weekend! Mine was good for the most part. I picked up my mother-in-law and met my husband and nephew...

It’s that time of year again. It’s time to make homemade candy. My favorite confection to make is peanut butter balls. I shared my recipe...

Happy Thanksgiving! Sometimes we lose sight of how blessed we are. I’m a big believer in counting my blessings. I’d like to take some...

Family is important to me. I was very close to my dad’s family as a child, but it was difficult to get everyone together after he passed...

I’m celebrating Thanksgiving with some of my family this weekend. I’m excited to see everyone and catch up on what they’ve been doing....

A friend of mine recently asked me to post my Pear Butter recipe here on Ozarks Maven. There’s no higher compliment for a cook than to...

It’s that time of year again. It’s time to think turkey. Next week is Thanksgiving, and many of us will be counting our blessings while...

I’m working on my novel edits at my writers’ retreat this weekend. As I write this, the sun is shining, and it’s a glorious 53 degrees...

Daylight Savings Time ending is really doing a number on my bio rhythms even though it’s been a week. I wake up an hour before my alarm,...

I’m one loved lady. Sometimes I don’t realize what a great support system I enjoy. I was blown away by the number of my family and...

My Chicken Soup for the Soul book signing with my friend Billie Holladay Skelley is today! We’ll be signing Chicken Soup for the Soul...

I have several friends who are writers. However, the majority of my friends and loved ones know nothing about the writing industry. When...

I’m excited to share this special Author Spotlight with you today. My friend, Billie Holladay Skelley is a talented author who is just...