Merry Christmas from the Blumers

Merry Christmas from the Blumers

Dear Family and Friends, As each Christmas approaches, we find ourselves thinking, Wow. The end of another year . . . already? I guess the cliché is true: time really does fly when you’re having fun. Of course, not every aspect of life is as enjoyable as others, but each plays its part in God’s design for us. Laura (12) and Julia (9) stayed busy with church events, homeschool challenges, piano lessons on Tuesdays, and horse-riding lessons on Wednesdays. Both girls found their biggest challenge to be mathematics. Laura is tackling the more complicated concepts of seventh-grade math (we are very thankful for BJU Press math DVDs), while Julia is currently immersed in geometry. Horseback riding continues to be their favorite activity, with piano as a close second. We are excited to see the girls excel on a musical instrument they can use throughout life to glorify God and minister…

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10 Truths I’ve Learned about Book Releases

Yes, the release date of my second suspense novel, The Tenth Plague, is  January 29, just four days away. This has been a lengthy journey but not one that takes God by surprise. I’m glad all things are beautiful in His time (Eccles. 3:11). As I look back at the last few hectic months and years of balancing writing with work and family, I can’t help but reflect on some of the important truths I’ve learned through this whole experience. I hope this little pep talk is encouraging to you; it applies to so many areas of life. 1. It’s okay to feel good about completing a task. “A desire fulfilled is sweet to the soul” (Prov. 13:19 ESV). The finish line. Yes! 2. But every good task I do is a product of God’s grace in my life. “I can do all things through him who strengthens me” (Phil. 4:13).…

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