When A Man You Love Was Abused by Cec Murphey

When a Man You Love Was Abused: A Woman's Guide to Helping Him Overcome Childhood Sexual Molestation by Cecil Murphey

Just to let everyone know, I'm still reading this book but felt it was so important that I wanted to get some information out there to bring awareness for the courage it takes to acknowledge abuse no matter who you are. Please take note. If you don't need it, someone you know will.


Angie's Take:
Cec's vulnerability will help women begin to understand why the men they love act in numbness, hiding their emotions under a wall so thick they no longer are aware of their existence. What seems like neglectful uncaring is actually the inability to even find emotions long ago buried. Though there are very practical and helpful suggestions for women, loving a man who has been abused takes the help of Christ and Cec does not fail to acknowledge that important piece of the puzzle. Great opportunity to strengthen marriages and save many from destruction.

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A Tailor-Made Bride by Karen Witemeyer

A Tailor-Made Bride


Bethany House (June 1, 2010)


by


Karen Witemeyer


Angie's Take: The opening scene sets a wonderful exposure of the main character's personality. I absolutely loved the grand benefactress. I've met people like her and always enjoyed the little surprises their unusual manner brings to the situation. Karen's writing is fun and fresh. The description of the game of graces was fun! It makes me want to go play. And I have to admit having a connection with disliking the color orange, lol. (You'll have to read A Tailor-Made Bride to understand from Hannah's point of view.) Enjoyable story, entertaining jaunt into history, and very well done characters. Just loved the book cover, by the way, it totally personifies the main characters. Great job, Karen Witemeyer, send us some more like this one.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR:

Karen Witemeyer is a deacon's wife and mother of three who believes the world needs more happily-ever-afters. To that end, she combines her love of bygone eras with her passion for helping women mature in Christ to craft historical romance novels that lift the spirit and nurture the soul.

After growing up in California, Karen moved to Texas to attend Abilene Christian University where she earned bachelor and master's degrees in Psychology. It was also there that she met and married her own Texas hero. He roped her in good, for she has lived in Texas ever since. In fact, she fell so in love with this rugged land of sweeping sunsets and enduring pioneer spirit, that she incorporates it into the pages of her novels, setting her stories in the small towns of a state that burgeoned into greatness in the mid-to-late 1800s.

In January, 2009, Karen signed a contract with Bethany House Publishers for three inspirational historical romance novels, and she is thrilled to announce that her first book, A TAILOR-MADE BRIDE has released this month. For an inside look into the background and quirks of some of the major players in this upcoming story, click over to Character Corner

ABOUT THE BOOK

When a dressmaker who values beauty tangles with a liveryman who condemns vanity, the sparks begin to fly!

Jericho "J.T." Tucker wants nothing to do with the new dressmaker in Coventry, Texas. He's all too familiar with her kind--shallow women more devoted to fashion than true beauty. Yet, except for her well-tailored clothes, this seamstress is not at all what he expected.

Hannah Richards is confounded by the man who runs the livery. The unsmiling fellow riles her with his arrogant assumptions and gruff manner, while at the same time stirring her heart with unexpected acts of kindness. Which side of Jericho Tucker reflects the real man?

When Hannah decides to help Jericho's sister catch a beau--leading to consequences neither could have foreseen--will Jericho and Hannah find a way to bridge the gap between them

If you would like to read the first chapter of A Tailor-Made Bride , go HERE.

Expert freelancer, Janice Hanna Thompson, teaches new freelance writing courses!

My friend, Janice Hanna Thompson, is an expert and excellent teacher on how to make money as a writer. I'm posting this note she sent me because I know it will really help other people like she's helped me.
Angie

Announcement! Fiction-Writing Master Course Debut
An Exciting Announcement from Novelist Janice Hanna Thompson Dear Writing Friends, This is an exciting week for me! I'm thrilled to announce the release of my video/audio-driven fiction course, which has been years in the making! You can check it out here: www.freelancewritingcourses.com. I've designed this course in such a way that newbies and established/published novelists alike can benefit. If you've written a novel but can't seem to get it through the doors of a publishing house, you might want to check out the ten comprehensive lessons in this course. If you've published several novels but long to write that "breakout" novel you've only dreamed of, this is the course for you.  About the Course In this exciting course for fiction writers, you will be given a thorough introduction to the world of novel writing. With the help of author Janice Thompson, who has published nearly sixty books, you will discover the various components of a best-selling novel and will learn the ins and outs of the submission process, tackling those dreaded query letters and proposals. LESSONS INCLUDE: Understanding the Genres 12-Step Plotting (based on Janice's "Plot Shots" method) Layered Characterization (based on Janice's "Pandora's Box" method) POV (Point of View) Show, Don't Tell (Passive vs. Active Writing) Backstory Blues Themes, Style and Voice Common Fiction Mistakes Humor Writing Query Letters/Fiction Proposals
How Does the Course Work? Each of the ten lessons is packed with ideas, tips, techniques, and secrets to help you succeed as a novelist. For your convenience, each lesson is presented in a variety of formats, so you can watch, read, listen to, or download the material to learn at your own pace.  Each lesson includes: On-screen video teaching by yours truly (Janice Thompson) Downloadable MP3 audio version of the lesson Downloadable PDF transcript of the lesson Downloadable PDF worksheet Downloadable PDF Bonus Resource Material With the tools you will receive in this detailed course, you will be able to present a brilliantly written novel to an editor or agent. . .with confidence! You can meet with Janice in the forums for the coaching you need as you move along the journey toward becoming a published novelist. Best of all, you can earn those advances and royalties you've been longing for.
About the Instructor (A Note from Janice) Meet Author Janice Hanna Thompson As many of you know, I've been at this "writing thing" awhile and have published in nearly every genre. To check out my publishing credits, go here. Beyond what you see on my published works page, I've also ghost-written seven books for children and have contributed to over a dozen compilation projects. In some ways, I feel the Lord has allowed me to take this genre-jumping ride (and what a ride it's been!) so that I can help writers in a variety of areas/genres. I can honestly say this is the most comprehensive course I've ever offered to writers. I truly believe a newbie could take this fiction-writing course and learn enough to craft a well-written, sellable novel. I can't wait to see writers (newbies and established, alike) think of this "novel" approach to fiction-writing! (Sorry! I couldn't resist!) Janice Thompson, Freelance Writer 3618 Avalon Castle Dr Spring, Texas 77386

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Montana Mondays: What's the Speed Limit Anyway?

Downtown Missoula at twilight

It depends on the year. Seriously, we've gone back and forth for decades having no highway speed to having 75 miles an hour. The most recent back and forth removed the speed limit to replace it with 75 mph on highways unless going through certain towns. Then it's 65mph. You really need to watch for the signs and pay attention. (You might want to pay attention for deer, skunk, coyote, antelope, elk...)

Then again, some of our highways go through the tiniest of towns. I'm not kidding when I say the highway speed limit is 25mph. If you get caught going over that for the one block or less in the posted area, you will pay a hefty sum to keep the town in finances ;-)

 Belfry, MT

I drove through the town of Belfry, MT. The speed limit was 35 at the edge and 25 through the main stretch. The main stretch wove down little tiny roads the size of alleys past several antique churches and the high school, home of the Bats!

 Yellowstone River

It's just across the border from Cody, Wyoming area heading in the direction of Billings, MT. The country is gorgeous there. The Yellowstone River flows through and dares you to stop and stare. The landscape is dramatically different within a few miles. Anything from forest to desert to farmlands.

Angie

Life and Faith Tour Richmond

Take Me Out To The Ball Game-The Missoula Osprey

Another great place to visit on our virtual tour of Montana. The Missoula Osprey Base Ball Team.


Our semi-pro baseball team is a wonderful, fun attraction for locals and tourists:-D This is our mascot (he's an osprey.)

Some of the folks at our church decided it would be fun to do a barbecue and baseball game. They were right!

This is Don having a great time with Steve and Steve!



Then we all danced to YMCA, lol, led by the Osprey mascot.

Oh yes, we do have fun in Missoula:-D


Three of our younger members were invited to lead the singing of the traditional, Take Me Out To The Ball Game!


What is there to do in this town? Visit the Osprey and see a real osprey nest (lived in too.) This pole was installed to lure the river hawk to the stadium. The osprey is a bird that lives near rivers, fishes, and builds nests all over the area on tall poles like the one in the distance here. We watched them fly around the park throughout the game as if they were rooting for the home team.

Hey, thanks for visiting today. Come back soon:-D
Angie