Discover the Story

A couple of weeks ago, I was featured on the “Discover the Story” podcast with Andrea Boeshaar and Loree Lough. We talk about the Amish, writing books, and the enduring power of love. I hope you’ll take a listen!...
Nothing Says Summer Like Lemonade!

Nothing Says Summer Like Lemonade!

A couple of weeks ago, I hosted a lemonade themed bridal shower for a friend of mine. I had so much fun decorating and trying out lemonade recipes, I wanted to share it with you! Here are the lemonade recipes. I’ve also attached the .pdf file if you want to...

Charity Rejoices in the Truth

This month in my “Year of Charity,” I want to explore “Charity rejoiceth not in iniquity, but rejoiceth in the truth.” At first glance, it wouldn’t seem that these concepts are intricately connected with love, but this month I would like...
Linda Eicher’s Best Chocolate Chip Cookies

Linda Eicher’s Best Chocolate Chip Cookies

In the Amish Quiltmaker’s Unruly In-law, Ben Kiem is trying to quit smoking, and Linda Eicher wants to help him. She thinks of a lot of different ways to distract him. She takes him hiking and canoeing and swimming. One day, she decides that baking cookies would...
Charity Thinketh No Evil

Charity Thinketh No Evil

This month as a part of my “Year of Charity,” I’m exploring “Charity thinketh no evil.” Here are a couple of things I want to consider this month. To me, not thinking evil means wanting the best outcome for all people. In other words, do we ever secretly rejoice when...
The Unruly In-law Is Here!

The Unruly In-law Is Here!

Great news! Today is release day for The Amish Quiltmaker’s Unruly In-law, the second book in the Amish Quiltmaker series. You met Esther Zook in The Amish Quiltmaker’s Unexpected Baby, now meet her brother-in-law Ben, who is nothing but trouble. Is it...