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EVER AFTER MYSTERIES: When the Curlews Call
Congratulations to Joanne Markey on the release of When the Curlews Call! Hold on to your hats for an exciting ride. Here’s a teaser, but order the exciting book on Amazon, where you can pick up all the Ever After Myststeries there as well. Some say all Sophia Randall thinks of are romance novels and … Read More about EVER AFTER MYSTERIES: When the Curlews Call
Searching for Beauty…
I went to bed last night, longing for beauty in my life. I woke up searching for beauty. Another one of those mornings of being discontent with me. And feeling guilty for it. But it made me desire God more. I hate it when I grumble and complain. Those thoughts warred in my head as … Read More about Searching for Beauty…
Bridesmaid Style
I shared about Melanie’s wedding dress, but I think Lacey’s is just as stunning. Like Lacey, I designed both my dress and my bridesmaids, so it was fun having Lacey do the same. Dresses, Dresses, and More Dresses! Have you ever seen the movie, Twenty-Seven Dresses? The myriad of bridesmaid styles blows my mind. But … Read More about Bridesmaid Style
BAY TOWN STYLE
I wish they all could be California girls…Beach Boys. It’s a fun song stereotyping girls all over the States. And fashion, dictated by weather and environment, defines those stereotypes. Today, let me show you Bay Town style. Although it’s not representative of Bay St. Louis, the little town that inspired Bay Town, it’ll give you a … Read More about BAY TOWN STYLE
Men’s Style
Growing up in a family of all girls, I didn’t care much about men’s styles or fashion. Even as a boy-crazy teenager, I only noticed their clothes a little. A cute face and great hair drew me. Now that you know how shallow I can be, let’s explore something more serious. Wade Gardner, the love … Read More about Men’s Style
Style Inspiration
I admit I’m a little obsessed with fashion, or I can be. One of my favorite Instagram accounts is #whatarepeoplewearing. I like it because it’s about everyday wear. Not for me, but for young people. Still, I can enjoy and appreciate the classy but stylish flairs, chic but a tad trendy. Twelve years ago, when … Read More about Style Inspiration
