Beginning Again

 How did this past year fly so quickly? Each month I had intentions to post on this blog---my little corner of the web. Yet, somehow...the days and weeks skipped by, and now we're in a brand-new year. So rather than lament what I didn't accomplish in 2023, I will be thankful for what I was able to do, and give thanks to God for a brand-new year to serve Him and be a better steward of my time. I'm beginning again and will do my best to post regularly on here, in the hopes that someone might be uplifted, get a smile, or learn about a new book (not just my books but also books written by my wonderful author friends!). 😀💙   And I might even toss in a Trivia Tuesday now and then! I did those years ago and they were fun. 

So if you've stopped by CatMom's Corner, thank you for visiting, and I hope you'll return soon. 

Happy New Year!!  

     So teach us to number our days, that we may apply our hearts unto wisdom.  Psalm 90:12

Where Did It Go?

 I've just realized how long it's been since I've posted on my little blog here at CatMom's Corner - - my goodness!  Where did the time go?  

When I was a child, my mother always told me that the older a person grows, the faster the time goes. She was sooo right!  Since we cannot slow down the clocks or calendars, we need to make the most of our time, and that's what I am going to do.  The remainder of this year (which is only 30 remaining days!) and the upcoming year, 2023, I will post more regularly on my little corner of the internet. 

Here's an excellent reminder verse from the Bible: 

                   So teach us to number our days, that we may apply our hearts unto wisdom.  Psalm 90:12

Make the most of every day, my friends!   Happy December!!  💚

Christmas In July

Happy Summer!

I'm participating in a Christmas In July promotion with CelebrateLit Publicity, and the 2 winners will receive amazing prizes!  One winner will receive a $500 Amazon gift card, and the other winner gets over 50 great books! 😀 

It's super easy to enter, but this promotion ends July 17, so don't wait if you want to enter! 

Here's the link to enter: 

https://promosimple.com/ps/10d3b/3rd-annual-christmas-in-july   

Day By Day

 As I typed the title for this blog post, I couldn't help thinking of a lovely, older song from the musical Godspell, which was based on the gospel of Matthew in the Bible. I first saw this performed live when I was in college, and fell in love with the music. 

However, my post today isn't to highlight that song, lovely as it is, but to remind myself (and others!) the importance of taking one day at a time. We've heard the expressions, I'm sure:  Live one day at a time;  Don't borrow troubles from the future; Make the most of today. And the list could go on and on.

But I will confess that for most of my adult life, I've always felt overwhelmed when I have a lot of upcoming obligations, whether it's appointments, writing deadlines, or simply a "lot to get done" - - and I have a feeling I'm not alone! Many of us make our trusty TO-DO Lists, writing out and even prioritizing all we need to accomplish on a certain day or in a certain week. Looking at our lists can be overwhelming. Whew! 

This is when we need to remember that we can only do so much in one day. That's it. We do our best and accomplish all we can, but we need to be careful. We shouldn't get so caught up in tackling our lists that we don't enjoy life. Where I live it's the spring season right now - - and it is beautiful. Flowers blooming, trees filled with greenery, birds singing, and a soft breeze blowing underneath a bright, blue sky. Perfect! 

But if we're so intent on rushing around and tackling chores, we might not notice the beauty around us. So we take a deep breath and remember: We can only do so much in one day, and we need to make the most of each day. And may I begin each day with a heart of thanks---always. 💚 

This is the day which the Lord hath made; we will rejoice and be glad in it.  Psalm 118:24 

         

MARCHing Into Spring!

Although I do enjoy all the seasons, my two favorites are Fall and Spring. Now that we're into the month of March, that means SPRING is on the way! After looking out at the bare tree branches in my yard, it's always nice when new growth begins to appear. Usually it's not too long before our trees are covered with buds, blooms, and greenery - - a welcome sight after many dreary, Winter days!

I'm so thankful the Lord made four seasons for us to enjoy. It seems that just about the time folks are needing a lift after Winter, along comes Spring. Only God could create such perfectly-timed seasons that each hold their own unique beauty. 

I hope you'll enjoy the beauty in each day, and notice even the small changes that might appear on the trees and in the yards in your area. I have a feeling that God smiles when His children notice and appreciate His handiwork here on earth! 

     The heavens declare the glory of God; and the firmament sheweth His handiwork.  Psalm 19:1 

A New Year, A Stronger Faith

 Everyone I know would likely agree that the year 2020 was an unusual, chaotic, stress-filled year, filled with much heartache, sickness, and loss. Yes, the year certainly was filled with those negative traits - - but there were some positives too. Sometimes you just have to look for the hidden blessings. 

For me personally, the most wonderful event of 2020 was the birth of my second, precious, miracle grandbaby. A true blessing and gift from God! 💜  And I know others also had blessings that happened during this tumultous year. So it wasn't totally a bad year. 

My hope for all of us who experienced a heartbreaking loss this year (mine was losing a family member to Covid) is that maybe---just maybe---our faith and trust in God has grown stronger. After all, I've heard it said many times that the more trials a person endures, the stronger they can become. 

As we enter a brand-new, hopefully better new year, may we all look to the Lord for guidance and strength, and may we have a stronger faith, no matter what this coming year holds for us. 

Happy New Year, my friends! May you follow the Lord and be blessed each day of 2021. 

The Lord is good, a strong hold in the day of trouble; and He knoweth them that trust in Him.

                                                                                                             Nahum  1:7  

Author Laurie Wood

 I am thrilled to feature Author Laurie Wood on CatMom's Corner today. Laurie is a sweet friend and very talented author who lives in Canada---in polar bear country!  Her stories are amazing, and yes--they feature polar bears. Her newest book is Northern Protector, and I'm eager to read this one. Be sure and look for Laurie's books, and you can visit her website, and find her on Facebook and Twitter.  AND, because I'm so excited about Laurie's newest book, I'll gift one commenter with a Kindle copy! Just leave a comment on my blog, and mention you're interested in winning a copy for your Kindle.  Happy reading! 

 NORTHERN PROTECTOR Blurb:

Constable Ben Koper is still healing from the polar bear attack that almost killed him. Nine months after it happened, he returns to Churchill, Manitoba, a changed man—scarred more than just physically. PTSD is his new shadow, haunting his every step, and he can’t seem to kick the pain meds he shouldn’t need anymore. He’s determined to prove, to himself and his colleagues, that he’s still up to his job. Failure isn’t an option.

ER nurse Joy Gallagher spent the entire last winter texting with a healing Constable Koper. What started as friendly concern from this single mother has grown into full-fledged romantic feelings, and she’s eager to level up their friendship and introduce him to the idyllic comfort of small-town life. Until a teenager is murdered at a summer party. The crime is strikingly similar to the cold case murder of Joy’s foster sister, stirring old trauma Joy has never fully dealt with.

When another victim is snatched in town, Ben and Joy must confront their own demons, and join forces to track down an elusive killer. The race to rescue the next victim before it’s too late will test Ben and Joy to their limits. Can they survive their encounter with this heinous killer, or will the past destroy them.?

Buy Links:

Amazon.com: https://amzn.to/3femV6Y

Amazon.ca:    https://amzn.to/2KfyoYq

Anaiah Press: https://bit.ly/3pGPrD6 (Print copies)

Bio & Social Media Links:

Laurie Wood lives in Central Canada and writes inspirational romantic suspense with an edge of danger. She’s also a military wife who’s raised two wonderful special needs children to adulthood. They’ve lived all over Canada and are still on that journey. When she’s not writing she can be found at her spinning wheel, knitting, or hanging out with her dogs in the garden. She loves to hear from readers and always replies so feel free to get in touch with her.

Please visit her at https://www.lauriewoodauthor.com

Facebook:             https://www.facebook.com/lauriewoodauthor

Twitter:                 https://twitter.com/LaurieJeanWood