Book of the Month Club Reading Schedule: Out of the Ashes by Sandi Rog

I know you've been waiting with great anticipation for this month's reading schedule. Wait no longer, because it is here!

Reading Schedule 

Week 1 -- Chapters 1-5
Week 2 -- Chapters 6-12
Week 3 -- Chapters 13- 17
Week 4 -- Chapters 18- 22, Epilogue

If you haven't gotten your copy of Out of the Ashes, there is still time to join us. I will start posting about the book at the end of week 2. This will give everyone time to get the book and more time to read. I also have a speaking engagement at the end of the first full week of October so my schedule is super busy, for the first week.

So, don't give up on me, that first post will come. I don't know about you but I am looking forward to reading Out of the Ashes.

If you'd like to know more about Sandi Rog, check out her Meet the Author Page, and for a free sneak peek click: here.

I look forward to hearing from you as we go through this book. 

Meet the Author Andrea R. Piper

Meet the Author Interview:

When did you first realize you wanted to be a writer?  

I think I first thought of becoming a writer right after I finished high school.  I think I was missing high school tremendously and decided to write a teen novel based on my friendships and experiences while I was there. I never finished it, but I believe this is where the writing bug bit me.

How long does it take you to write a book? 

It really depends on the book -- so it’s hard for me to say. But rarely, if I really get down to it, would I believe it would need to take over a year.

For myself, I have tons of ideas and even outlines of future novels that I’ve started years ago- I may not get to any one of them for years to come. But once I start writing it, it shouldn’t take a year.

What is your work schedule like when you’re writing?

Before I was married, I worked in an accounting office, which at certain times of the year can be very hectic. I used to write after work, a lot of times at night – that seems to be when I really went at it. There were times at work that an inspiration would hit me and I’d jot it down at work and then incorporate it into my novel once I was at home.

But now I am married to a wonderful Christian man who told me he wanted to “deal with the outside world” for me and decided to allow me to stay home and write to my heart’s content. He almost believes in me more than I believe in myself. He’s my biggest cheerleader! So, writing for me can basically be at anytime now.

Do you have an interesting writing quirk?

I guess a writing quirk I have is that I like to write with certain favorite pens. I like very smooth writing pens, and get a little irate with my husband when he uses them!

Where do you get your information or ideas for your book?

I feel like this is a two-part question, so I’ll answer it this way. As for as the information for the books that I already have an idea about doing, I do a lot of research on the Internet. Most of my novels take place during times and places that I’ve never been a part of. So I have to research a lot during the creating of the book.

As far as how I get an idea or inspiration for the book itself -- it might be different for every book. For example, “The Painting of Dolly Luca ” was created based on a dream I had for a novel! I dreamed of the idea first and then I put it to paper.

But sometimes, my ideas come from everyday life. For example, I came up with “Black Tears ”-- the title, before I came up with the basis of the story -- simply because my black makeup was running down the sides of my face one day and when I looked in the mirror, it looked like ‘black tears’ and I remember thinking what a good title that would make for a book!

What do you like to do when you’re not writing? 

As you probably could guess, I love to read. I also love studying the Bible. If people only knew how much of life’s problems are resolved by studying the Word…I also love spending time with my husband and my family and watching old television shows, old movies.

What would you tell other Christian women who want to write? 

If you ever decide to write, don’t be afraid to put God within your message. When Christ is a part of you, it’s almost impossible not to impart some Christian wisdom within your writing- even if it’s a fictional story.

How many books have you written?

I have written (published) six books so far, thank the Lord.

Which is your favorite? 

“Red and Green Apples " is probably my favorite because it was the first book I’ve written and I feel as though it’s also the most personal so far. The idea came about because of my great grandmother whom I never got a chance to meet. She seems to be a mystery to me and it seemed like I just couldn’t get the information about her that I wanted to, so I created a fictional story based loosely on her.

Do you have any suggestions to help me become a better writer? If so, what are they?

What do you like to read? The suggestion I have for anyone trying to write is to write what you’re excited about. I love to write about family dynamics- family secrets, family genealogy.

Make sure you write about things you’d want to read about yourself -- not write just to sell a book. I don’t care to read ‘romance novels’. I like to read books that leave an impression on me, where I may remember the characters and/or their situations way after I’m finished reading the book. That’s also the type of books I try to write.

As a child, what did you want to do when you grew up? 

(I believe I’m doing it!) Actually, I used to want to be a teacher (and became a Sunday school teacher at one point). If God allows me to have children, I think I will want to home school them. As I got older, I used to think that being a country housewife, sitting in a window, writing, would be the ideal life. So, I believe I’m doing exactly what I want to do, praise God!


Books by Andrea R. Piper

The Painting of Dolly Luca
Black Tears
Red and Green Apples
The Death of Mrs. Tisby
Reflecting Copper
By Reason of Birth

Also check out Andrea's books in the Createspace Store!



What did you want to do when you grew up?

Ink Blots on Paper by Susan Elliott

About the Book: Ink Blots on Paper

"Ink Blots on Paper is a collection of poetry written by Susan Elliott. Her poetry has been published world wide in both print and online publications.

Susan has been actively involved in writing poetry since she was nine years old. Her first poem was published in 1989. Susan's poetry has been featured online at Every Writer's Resource, and Chris the Story Reading Ape. Her works have appeared in Visions, and Poesia. She is the author of four books of  poetry.

Susan has a unique voice that takes on a life of its own. Her poetry is both whimsical, serious and fearless. She studied writing at Northwest Arkansas Community College,  the University of Arkansas, and is a member of the Virginia Writers Club." (Amazon)

Excerpt: I wrote this poem as a tribute to my favorite poem, Sea Fever by John Masefield.

Sea Fever

I must go down to the beach again, where the horizon meets the sky

and all I need is a surfboard, and my Coppertone 45

and the rise of the surf and the gull's song and the breakers softly breaking

and a sparkling sun over me, and the sea grass slowly shaking.

I must go down to the beach again, for the call of the siren tide

is a captive call and a strong call stronger with each wave I ride

and all I ask is a crystal day with the ocean waves a swelling

and a waxed board and a longboard, and my sis wildly yelling.

I must go down to the beach again, and enjoy my surfing life,

it's a true life and an honest life where the pipeline swells are rife

and all I ask are good brahs, laughter and a diet coke

and an Aloha spirit, and more time, cause dude, I'm totally stoked.

(c) Susan Elliott

Don't forget to check out Susan Elliott's Meet the Author Page!

Have you ever written a tribute to your favorite poem?

Hai! by Susan Elliott

Hai!

This short read is about a family going to eat sushi -- one of my family's favorite things to do.

I first wrote this poem when I was attending Northwest Arkansas Community College in 2005. I remember sitting in my professor's office telling him how much I wanted to turn this poem into a children's book. He was encouraging, but had no idea how to get into the business of picture book writing.


How the times have changed the publishing and printing world! Today anyone with a dream can write an publish.

I worked on the original edition of Hai! for a long time (I think about a year.) It was the first time I'd ever illustrated anything, and it turned out pretty cool; however, I was never truly satisfied with it.

Since then I've learned much more about illustrating books, and have recently created a new version of Hai! with brilliant watercolor images, and I love it! I hope you'll love it, too!

The poem Hai! has been published in Visions, on Every Writer's Resource, and of course on Susan's Poetic Blogosphere!


Don't forget to check out Susan Elliott's Meet the Author Page!



Have you ever written a children's book?

Meet the Author Kathy Pollard

About Kathy Pollard:

"Aside from spending time with my family, I enjoy going on short-term mission trips, writing, baking, reading inspirational suspense, playing tennis, and studying herbalism.  I collect English teacups.  I have the best sister in the world and a playful goldendoodle named Chipper.  I have the honor and challenge of teaching in the Women’s Program at the Bear Valley Bible Institute of Denver, and am co-founder and co-director of Higher Ground Encampment, a Bible camp for teen girls." (Life and Favor)



 Kathy's Books: Return to Me

Have you read Kathy's book?

Church of Christ Women Authors is Looking for Editors

So as a whole we've made good headway finding authors who want to be listed on this site, and I will continue to list and share books as long as possible. It's my hopes more authors will contact me, so I can get their work into your hands.

I was contacted a couple of days ago by an editor who would like to be listed on this page. It has been a complete oversight on my part, but I think we should have editors listed. Many authors work hand-in-hand with editors, so I want to help you find the editor you're looking for.

If you are a female editor who is also a member of the church of Christ, please email me at churchofchristwomenauthors@gmail.com, and I will get you listed.

Thanks!

--Susan


Do you work with an editor or do you self edit?

Christianity or Islam: The Contrasts by Katheryn Maddox Haddad

About the Book: Christianity or Islam: The Contrasts


"This book was written to help Christians understand Islam, and Muslims understand Christianity. It is not ABOUT the two religions, but quotes directly from the scriptures of both groups so the reader can know personally what they teach instead of relying on rumors. Quotes from the Quran and New Testament (Injil) of the Bible cover the same topics for comparison purposes. 

Also addressed in the book are misconceptions Muslims have of Christianity such as Christians believing in three Gods and God having a wife. Also addressed are the rumors that, though the Quran says the Bible should be read and obeyed, it has been corrupted, so would be a waste of time to read. 

The author grew up in Dearborn, Michigan, a hub of Islam today. She has also taught the Bible over the internet to some 5000 Muslims worldwide, with converts in hiding in Afghanistan, Iran, Iraq, Uzbekistan, Yemen, and Palestine. Near the end of the book are nearly 100 testimonials of Muslims who are now convinced Jesus really was the Son of God and not just a prophet." (Amazon)

Learn more about the author at Katheryn Maddox Haddad's meet the author page.


Recommended Reading:

"Description: Shadowland - Islam: Behind The Veil is an easy-to-understand overview of Islam. But it is more. It is an opportunity for reckoning. Examine a simple religion full of complexities that shock and motivate the reader to appreciate Truth. Sample facts: 

• Foreign religions do not receive freedoms in Muslim countries. 

• Most Muslim countries do not receive international newscasts. 

• Americans may not believe that war has religious significance, but her enemies do! 

• Devout Muslims and devout Christians cannot possibly agree. 

This book is excellent for church libraries, resource material, individual study, and classroom study. Nine chapters."  (Amazon)


Articles about Radical Islam from Becoming Women of Virtue:

Dangers of Radical Islam Part I
Dangers of Radical Islam Part 2
Dangers of Radical Islam Part 3
Can you recommend any other good books for people to learn the differences between Christianity and Islam? 

Article: Blessings in Disguise by Out of the Ashes Author Sandi Rog

Blessings in Disguise

Sandi Rog

At one point in my life, writing was all I wanted, and I clung to it like a desperate child clings to its mother’s skirt. It was my “escape” from a lonely life of living in another country while my husband worked overtime a majority of the year. Despite having three children, writing was all I had of value. It gave me confidence and self-worth. It defined me. Really, it was the only thing I was any good at, that was really “mine.” Plus, writing was the only thing I had to offer to God, my children, and the world. Or so I thought.

After thirteen years of living in Holland, my husband and I moved back to America barely holding on to the broken pieces of our marriage, juggling three young children who had never studied in English, and climbing out of the refuse we had made of our lives. But one thing was constant, God . . . and my writing. Truth be told, writing had become my idol. I lived, breathed and ate it.

To make a long convoluted story short, after moving back to the States I was diagnosed with MS. This means that anything can go at any moment: vision, the ability to walk, the ability to speak properly, you name it. My biggest fear was waking up blind. By this time, I was facedown in the mud. What good was I? I desperately longed for my heavenly Father’s arms, and further lost myself in writing.

Interestingly, my books were all about “overcoming” through Christ. Overcoming abuse, trials, you name it. They were about forgiveness and remaining faithful to God despite getting beaten to the ground. A good portion of “me” was poured out onto all the pages of my stories.

Just when I thought I’d had enough, after an MS attack of vertigo, they found a mass in my head (I wondered what the “bruise” was that never went away), and I was diagnosed with Stage Four Non-Hodgkins T-cell Lymphoma: Cancer. Truth be told. I was relieved! I was so exhausted from this life and so ready to go home. After all, my mother-in-law could do a much better job at raising my kids than me. Plus, my husband wouldn’t have any difficulty finding a replacement for me. Only thing I begged from him was that he’d choose a Christian. Of course, he “said” he wanted no one but me, yada, yada. Naturally, I didn’t believe him. I just wanted out. And cancer was my ticket out of this miserable, wretched existence.

But during cancer, God showed me my value as a parent and a wife. Who knew I was any good at the things that counted? It was as though God said, “You believe your mother-in-law (MIL) would do a better job at raising your kids than you? Well, have a seat and watch what happens.” I was so sick, my MIL came to America to take care of my family for a year, while I watched from the sidelines, unable to do anything. It was then that I realized I was the best person for my children. Not that she did a terrible job, by any means. It’s just that I had an understanding of them, a connection and bond that she, nor my husband, had. God revealed my value as a mom!

It was also during this time, God revealed that my husband loves me and needs me. You see, my husband and I are very opposite in personality. He isn’t often “spontaneous.” He’s a planner, he maps everything out, and doing anything without “thinking” doesn’t happen often. E-hem. Yes, I often do things without “thinking.” But as I was saying . . . One day during cancer, I was sitting on a chair in the bathroom as my husband shaved my head. I looked at myself in the mirror and saw this strange-looking fat woman with no hair staring back at me. How grotesque! How can anyone love this? But when my husband was done, on impulse, he bent over and kissed my bald head. I always thought he was good to me and took such good care of me during that time because he felt guilty, but in that one moment I knew that he truly loved me. I mean, who would do that? Who would spontaneously bend over and kiss their fat wife on her bald head if he didn’t love her? It was in that moment, God revealed that my husband’s love was true. God saved our marriage!

So, when I got better (which is another story that you can read about here: I Beat Cancer with Vitamin B17 it was difficult to get back into writing. I couldn’t focus. I used to write in chaos, ignoring everything and everyone around me, but now I simply can’t. I don’t want to miss out on any precious moments, no matter how petty. I was also afraid writing would become an idol again. Through much prayer, God has held my hand every step of the way, and while I now know how to put God and my family first, he’s allowed me to write again. I’m taking baby steps, but I’m back on board, and this time, I wrote a light, inspirational romance that won’t make you cry.

God is good. Through the bad times and the good. He also revealed HIS LOVE for me during all of this, and I praise Him! It was through cancer that God brought me from a miserable wretch who believed she was worthless, to a confident daughter of the King.

Has what you been through as a Christian influenced your writing?

Life Lessons from the Book of Ruth by Susan Elliott

About the Book:

"Life Lessons from the Book of Ruth covers a variety of topics. It not only looks at the book of Ruth, but covers the Virtuous Women of Proverbs 31, and the Beattitudes of Matthew 5.

Susan provides the historical background to the Book of Ruth as well as shows the importance of why we should study the Book of Ruth." (Amazon)

Genre: Women's Studies, General Knowledge

Susan Elliott has several published religious study books.


For more information about her and her books, please check out Susan Elliott's Meet the Author Page.


What is your favorite book of the Bible?

Alas, Atlantis! by Lynn Nodima

 About the Book:

"It takes a special kind of person to risk his life, even for someone he loves. Elder Tech Bandirr has given the possibility of survival, but there are only minutes to get to safety. With fusion bombs hurtling toward him, Khalar rushes to rescue his wife, Dhala. Will he make it? Will he and Dhala live through the attack?" (Amazon)

Genre: Fantasy

Category: Short Read


Don't forget to check out Lynn Nodima's Meet the Author Page here at Church of Christ Women Authors.

Every Flaw, Every Perfection by Susan Elliott

About this Book:

"Every Flaw Every Perfection is a beautiful collection of poetry. This is the fourth collection of poetry written by Susan Elliott. These poems are poems of the heart; including one in Gaelic with an English translation." (Amazon)

Check out the sample poems below:

Poetry

Poetry; what is this thing called poetry?

Is it mere words consisting of syllables, symbolism, and meter, or is it more?

Poetry; What is this thing called poetry?

Is it something your high school English teacher spoon feeds you as you kick and scream?

Poetry: What IS this thing called poetry?

It is the sound of rain.

It is a first kiss.

It is the boom-thump of your favorite song.

It is birth, it is death, and it is everything in between.

Poetry is. 

(c) Susan Elliott

Starbucks

Sometimes I ponder life

Thinking that things

Are dark and bleak, but

Really life is

Bright and cheery

Underneath the

Coffee bean plant that

Keeps my

Starbucks in great supply.

(c) Susan

Don't forget to check out Susan Elliott's meet the author page! 

Soul Journey with the Real Jesus

"Come meet 100 people who met Jesus. You are one of them. Probably you are several of them. Go ahead and struggle with them as they did. Laugh. Cry. Do mental battle with him. Emotional battle too. Fight for your faith as they fought. Pause to listen for what you've never heard before. Then touch Jesus. 

This is the story of faith in the impossible. Hope in the inconceivable. Love for the invincible. It is the dreams of youth, the desperations of infirmity, the hopes of age, and the song of eternity. 

Follow the suspense in their terrorist-dominated world as each person in Jesus' life comes to terms with who they are, and who Jesus is. 

It is the story of doubts explained away, animosities melted away, misunderstandings cleared away. It is your story and mine. For deep within each of us is everyone who ever met and struggled with Jesus. 

Life changing? You bet! Life Application questions are at the end of each chapter to see whether any of those changes has happened in your own life. 

Book one: Mary was too young, Elizabeth too old, Joseph too gullible, the shepherds too smelly, Anna too senile, Simeon too idealistic, Salome too flippant. The wise men should have minded their own business, Zachariah should have accepted he’d never have children, King Herod dared control God, the Oriental scholars dared interpret God. 

Book two: Governor Pilate only tolerated his subjects, John the Baptist tried to change them, Satan threw up roadblocks that never seemed to work. Future apostles Andrew was always bringing in outsiders, Philip insisted on proof, and Nathaniel was naive. The temple merchants lived off religion, Nichodemus tried to reform religion, and Peter's mother-in-law dwelt in her religion. The pagan Samaritan searched with hope, the royal official probed with fortitude, the centurion encountered with power. 

Book three: Future apostles Simon fought Rome and Matthew joined Rome, while Judas seemed the only level-headed one. Zebedee sacrificed his sons, while a widow saw her son return to life. People with demons fell desperately at his feet and lepers sought him in hopelessness. Hypocrites condemned him; the morally paralyzed fought his forgiveness. 

Book four: Religious leaders cornered him, theologians stalked him, the wealthy helped him. For the commoner he conquered demons, controlled nature, created food, destroyed death. Hometown friends tried to kill him, while cousin John gained a glory home. 

Book five: Jesus survived death threats, calmed misdirected power, talked with the spirit world. He released people of handicaps, gave an adulteress hope, rested with friends, then raised the dead. And the hypocrite religious leaders finalized plans to kill him. 

Book six: A traitor praised him, a woman crowned him, foreigners sought him. The world ran after him, Judas ran from him, his apostles deserted him. He held his own funeral service, then begged God to free him of his promise. The religious leaders were unmasked, and King Herod wrestled with just who he was. 

Book seven: Pilate was cornered by the people, Simon was cornered by the executioners. Jesus writhed in pain on the cross that should have been ours, and invaded hell to provide escape for us. The thieves struggled with their mortality, Joseph struggled with religiosity, the guards struggled with impossibility. Jesus saw the women, pursued Peter, and lifted up the depressed. 

Book eight of eight: His apostles refused to believe, while Thomas declared him God. Jesus dared and prepared his apostles to conquer the world. He interrupted his own memorial service and renewed five hundred of his closest friendships. He helped his brother, James, over the last faith hurdle, turned the movement over to his apostles, then returned at last to the outstretched arms of his heavenly Father. Religious leaders fought in vain to put out the new church’s torch, and Jesus invited the last apostle to visit him." (Amazon)

Don't forget to visit Katheryn Maddox Haddad's Meet the Author Page!

Meet the Author: Sarah Floyd

"Sarah Floyd lives on the side of a mountain in Vermont with her husband, baby son, and Australian Shepherd dog. It took her more than fifteen years of dreaming to get to Vermont, but she finally made it. 

Mrs. Floyd holds degrees in Spanish and secondary education and previously worked as a teacher in the United States and South Korea.

She has been writing fiction since she was a child, but this is her first published novel. Mrs. Floyd enjoys writing inspirational fiction and poetry, reading, foreign languages, European travel, waterfalls, covered bridges, colorful fabric, and macaroni and cheese." (Amazon)

Sarah Floyd Book's

Finding Joy



Meet the Author Sarah Floyd:


When did you first realize you wanted to be a writer? 

I tried to write my first story when I was about five years old, before I started kindergarten. I wanted to say "once upon a time," but I had to ask my mom how to spell every word except "a"! I officially decided in third grade that I wanted to be an author when I grew up. When I was in high school, I developed my writing "mission" - to create works of fiction that included truths about God and the church but were not "preachy" or unappealing to non-Christians.

How long does it take you to write a book? 

It depends entirely on what is happening in my life at that time. Finding Joy took about one year for me to write, but now that I have a baby, progress on additional books is extremely slow!

What is your work schedule like when you're writing? 

I don't have a set schedule, unfortunately. I would like to have that much time and self-discipline, but at this time, I just write when I have the opportunity.

Do you have an interesting writing quirk? 

I write my books long-hand in spiral notebooks. I don't like creating fiction on the computer. I think that would be considered a quirk these days for someone my age.

Where do you get your information or ideas for your books? 

The ideas usually just come to me. The characters are often similar to people I know, but never identical. I am very careful to avoid duplicating anyone too closely.

What do you like to do when you're not writing? 

I love to read, especially fiction, and I also enjoy sports, almost any kind of games, art, and most importantly, spending time with my husband and baby.

What would you tell other Christian women who want to write? 

Be original. The market is flooded with "Christian" harlequin romances, Amish books, and Westerns. Write about real people and real problems. We as readers in the Christian fiction genre are desperate for the unexpected stories. And make yourself write even on days when you're not in the mood.

How many books have you written? Which is your favorite? 

I've been completing book-length works since I was fourteen years old, but I have published only one, Finding Joy. It's the only book I've actually edited extensively enough to consider publishing.

Do you have any suggestions to help me become a better writer? If so, what are they?

I would advise anyone who wants to improve their writing to pay attention to spelling, grammar, and punctuation rules, because doing so automatically raises your credibility. 

Eliminate unnecessary words (just, that, etc.). 

Avoid cliches unless you want your characters to be the kind of people who speak in cliches. 

Read what you've written aloud and think about how it sounds to you; if it sounds "off" somehow, it probably is. 

For fiction writing, always have at least one character who can be respected by your readers. 

What do you like to read? 

My favorite genre to read is definitely fiction. I prefer Christian fiction due to the filthiness found in so many mainstream novels. I also like poetry, but only when I'm in certain moods. One of my favorite current authors is Jamie Langston Turner. My favorite author from the past is L.M. Montgomery (Anne of Green Gables, etc.).

As a child, what did you want to do when you grew up? 

I think the list included teacher, artist, author, and librarian in addition to wife and mommy.

Fun fact. 

When my husband and I were dating, we dressed up for Halloween as macaroni and cheese. Our costumes included actual boxed macaroni noodles and processed cheese powder. By the end of trick or treating in the dorms of our college, we smelled terrible!

Meet the Author: Laura Gayle

Meet the Author

"Laura Gayle is a resident of southern Kentucky with her husband and son. She has dreamt of publishing a novel since she was very young and now she is excited to bring you The Soul Mark, her first publication. She has a passion for writing and hopes to publish more novels in the future, Lord willing." (Amazon)

Getting to Know Laura Gayle:


When did you first realize you wanted to be a writer? 

I've enjoyed writing since I was young, probably middle school age. I just love the idea of imagining my own story and seeing where it will lead just as life takes us on a journey with sometimes an unexpected ending. 
How long does it take you to write a book? I've only written one so far and it was probably a 1-2 year process. 


What is your work schedule like when you're writing?
I am a homemaker, so writing comes spur of the moment or on free time, aka nap time. 


Do you have an interesting writing quirk?
I don't like anyone to read my work until it's completely finished. 

Where do you get your information or ideas for your books? 
Google is a big help for information. Ideas come from life experiences, day dreams, movies, and other novels. 


What do you like to do when you're not writing? 
Spending time with my two boys, or three if you count my husband. Haha. I enjoy being crafty and creative. 


What would you tell other Christian women who want to write? 
Go for it. Write what you like and not what you think others will like. This is your work of art and a way for others to get to know what you think/dream about or what's in your heart. It's a way to share yourself. 


How many books have you written? 
Working on my 2nd. 


Which is your favorite? 
Probably the one I'm currently writing. 


Do you have any suggestions to help me become a better writer? If so, what are they? 
Pay attention to detail when you write.  Don't critique yourself too hard. 

What do you like to read? 
As a child, what did you want to do when you grew up? I tossed around lots of ideas as a child, but ultimately I knew I wanted to be a homemaker, wife, and mother. 


Fun fact.
I absolutely love horses.