When I envisioned “The Honeybee Sisters” series, I wanted it to be about a trio of sisters who shared a special bond. There is nothing like the friendship, closeness, and love of a sister.
Me, my five sisters, and my parents.
I have five sisters and no brothers. Growing up, our house was filled with prom dresses, sewing lessons, curling irons, school work, singing around the piano, heart-to-heart talks, estrogen, the best mother in the world, and one very long-suffering father. My dad was proud of his daughters and always told us we could do anything we set our minds too.
My four daughters more than a decade ago.
I have four daughters, and they were very close growing up. They had their share of fights and disagreements, but nothing can break the bond of a sister. They go through so much together.
The three young women I used in my Honeybee Sisters Cookbook are also sisters. It was so much fun working with them, observing their relationship, enjoying their interactions, and remembering my relationships with my own daughters and sisters.
The Honeybee Sisters sharing a lighthearted moment.
In the Honeybee Sisters series, Aunt Bitsy is so devoted to her deceased sister that she agrees to raise her nieces to be good and proper Amish girls, even though Bitsy has her own misgivings about being Amish. But a sister’s love wraps around her heart, and Bitsy will do anything to honor that memory.
In Sweet As Honey, Lily is the oldest sister, but she has never seen herself for the beautiful person she truly is on the outside and the inside. Her sisters do all they can to help her gain the self-assurance she needs to make her own decisions and stand up to someone who treats her unkindly. Poppy Christner is the middle sister, and she is determined to protect her sisters from unsuitable young men. Poppy is brave enough to fight back when her sisters are in trouble, and she’s not afraid to speak her mind to anyone who might hurt her sisters’ feelings. Rose is shy and withdrawn but fiercely loyal to her sisters. She fears that her sisters will marry and leave her all alone, but Lily and Poppy reassure her that they will always be sisters first.
The bond can’t be broken, even by a presumptuous groom or two.
My four daughters
I consider myself doubly fortunate to have such wonderful sisters and daughters who are always there for me. There are few things more precious than a sister’s love.
What a beautiful family! You look so much like your mother. I had one sister, but had 3 boys which was/is an eye opening, but wonderful, adventure.
Kathleen, I really do look like my mom! My husband is from a family of all boys, and my mother in law was very happy when her sons started marrying. 🙂 I have two boys, and they are wonderful! Different creatures but delightful.
Loved the Honey Bee sister books! Always wanted a sister but a great brother was wonderful. Wanted a daughter got three boys! Life was never dull or boring with them. Blessed momma.
Thank you, Pamela! I hope you got some daughters in law out of the deal! When I started having kids, I had four girls and then two boys. I was surprised but delighted and have never stopped feeling so blessed.
Thank You so much for sharing your wonderful family, and memories with us.Your newsletters always give me such a lift.I’m diabled,and don’t get out much, but when I read your books, and your newsletters, you bring the sunshine in too me.You are truly special. God Bless ?
Thank you, Donna. I am so glad you are a regular visitor here. You are welcome to be a part of the family. 🙂
A beautiful family. I have 2 sisters and 2 brothers that are living. We all live in different towns now but enjoy getting together often at our mother’s home. Dad has gone on to his heavenly home, so what a reunion we will have. Love the idea for your Honeybee Sisters series.
Thank you, Marilyn. I think it is so important to get together as often as possible with family. Sometimes age and distance makes it hard, but how wonderful it is to have those relationships.
I love this! I always wanted a sister. I am so thankful for my daughter and for special friends who are like sisters to me.
Me too, Tonya! Good friends are priceless, and can truly be just like sisters.