I can remember wanting to write a book since at least 8 years old. I was dictating things before that. For some reason, and I don’t even remember what sparked it, writing was important. Writing a book was an accomplishment. I still believe that. Over thirty some books later, I still get excited at the possibilities of completing a book. I also get excited about the possibility of encouraging other writers to write. There is the story of how C.S. Lewis inspired to J. R. R. Tolkien to complete The Lord Of The Rings. Writing isn’t about the writer being important, it’s about the importance of learning, sharing, and listening.…

What a year, we’ve held our miracle in our hands for a year now! What we dreamed of, what we were promised, who we longed for, now says Mommy and Daddy, and Hi. Our little Nicholas walks now, our miracle has five teeth. He brightens up a room with his smile. As amazing as the promise was, the fulfillment is greater. Oh yes, there are days when we’re tired, there are diaper emergencies, and there’s been tripping over toys. Thank God for tripping over our miracle’s collection of items that make him smile! Our miracle has the most beautiful smile. Thank God for our living, breathing, music bouncing miracle. Thank…