Dear Readers,

Have you ever gotten lost in Amish Country? I have. Several times, as a matter of fact. Every time I head north to Holmes County I start looking at signs a little less and the scenery a little more.  I start looking at goats and cows and those big horses that look like Clydesdales but aren’t. I look for brightly colored clothes hanging on the line and barefoot children playing in fields. And next thing you know? I have no idea where I am!

One time I was so enchanted with the haystacks in Charm that I ended up at the end of a dead-end street, right in front of a family’s farm.  As I was staring at my Garmin (which had no idea where I was) and my cell phone (which had no reception) one of the men who lived there came walking out. I got out of my car to meet him.

“Lost?” he asked.

“Yep. I don’t know what happened,” I said. Too embarrassed to let him know that I was admiring his haystacks.

“Don’t worry, none,” he replied with an amused smile. “It happens all the time. Just go back the way you came.”

I actually did turn around and did get back on track in no time. Fifteen minutes later, I was speeding down the highway toward the city. I will admit, however, that I wasn’t that much happier being back on track. I think my heart needs to get lost in Amish country every once in a while.

 Perhaps you, too, feel that way sometimes?

Shelley

Not-So-Lazy Days of Summer

Posted at Jun 13, 2013 8:20 am

Oh, Summer.

Every year, I still find myself being surprised that May, June, and July are so hectic! While I have found time each day to relax on our back deck, just as often I am looking at my calendar, wondering what else I’ve forgotten to do. It’s a busy time around here, for sure.

This week, I said goodbye to my brother as he went back to Arizona, wished my husband a good trip as he flew to California for the week, and have been getting my daughter’s room ready for her visit this weekend.  I’ve also been writing a lot, and making lots of plans!

Next weekend, I’m off to Chicago for a girls’ weekend/research trip. My Chicago historical, Worthington House, is written, but now it’s time to add all the details that is needed to make the novel feel like it really is set in 1893 Chicago. I’m very excited to go on a tour of historic sites, visit museums, and even go to a play with my girlfriend and critique partner Julie.

Next month, I’ll be heading to Atlanta for the RWA National Convention, then getting ready for book signings and another conference in September when the last book of the Days of Redemption series, Eventide, is published.

All this running around made me really smile when my son sent me his latest photo of Rudy. I’ve been teasing Arthur, saying that Rudy would rather be with me than in college with him.  We both know that’s not true, though. That dog loves his boy…and the picture below proves it!

Obviously, Rudy has found the perfect spot to relax and enjoy his summer!

 Thank you for dropping by! With blessings to you. Shelley

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