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MAY 2022 Newsletter
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IN THIS ISSUE  . . . 

__A Word in Due Season
__On the Homefront
__New Release
__Works-in-Progress (WIPs)
__Did You Know That . . . ?
__Join the Diorio Champions
__Recipe Rack


A WORD IN DUE SEASON

by MaryAnn Diorio, PhD


Dear ,

Spring is the time for gardening. This year, I've planted some of my favorite vegetables, including kale, eggplant, and tomatoes. 

Watching veggies grow reminds me of the power of seeds. Everything in life begins with a seed. In every seed lies the purpose for that seed.

The Word of God is the Seed of God. We need to plant God's Seed in our hearts so that we will produce a crop of righteousness. 

This summer, be sure to plant the seed of God's Word in your heart every single day. Then watch the seed of God's Word bear fruit in your life.


Love and Blessings,

MaryAnn

ON THE HOMEFRONT . . .

My grandchildren had the wonderful privilege of seeing David & Goliath at the Sight 'n' Sound Theatre in Lancaster, PA

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Three of my grandchildren achieved Memory Master status in their Homeschool Consortium. This is quite an honor as it involves memorizing a very large body of work covering numerous areas of discipline, including math facts and geography. I am so proud of them!

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My husband has become the new Mr. Fix-It!  He has fixed several items around our house and has displayed hidden talents neither of us knew he had! Praise the Lord! :)

NEW RELEASE . . . 

I am so excited to announce the release of my children's middle-grade novel, Dixie Randolph and the Secret of Seabury Beach. 

Story Summary:

When twelve-year-old Dixie Randolph learns of a stolen, hidden treasure that spawned a family feud nearly two hundred years earlier, she faces the wrath of the thief's descendant as she risks her life to end the family feud.


If you're looking for a wholesome story for the 8-12-year-old in your life, get your copy of Dixie Randolph and the Secret of Seabury Beach now at the link below:

PRINT

E-BOOK

Works-in-Progress (WIPs)

I am happy to report good progress on the two following books:

Miracle at Madville (Storybook to be released this summer, Lord willing)

Princess Angria is mad! In fact, all the residents of Madville are mad. Find out why in this, my upcoming, latest children's picture book, currently being illustrated by award-winning artist Doina Paraschiv.

Here is a sneak preview of one of the illustrations from the storybook. Don't you just love it! :)

Miracle at Madville: The Musical

I have also written the script for this delightful story. My friend, composer Danny Scott, wrote the fantastic music.


The musical version of Miracle at Madville is now being considered by several theatres as part of their children's productions. 

If you are looking for a fun-filled, wholesome, and delightful children's musical to present at your school or in your local theater, be sure to consider Miracle at Madville. Contact me at drmaryann@maryanndiorio.com for further details.

The Captain and Mrs. Vye (To be released this fall, Lord willing)

This is the first novel in my Senior Sweethearts series. It is set in Cape May, New Jersey, and is the story of a middle-aged, widowed innkeeper, Loretta Vye, and a middle-aged, widowed whaling captain whose paths intersect at a critical juncture in both of their life journeys. Stay tuned for another page-turner.

Did you know that . . . ?

__I am a Certified Life Coach and have a Life Coaching practice?
If you would like someone to help you find and fulfill your God-given purpose in life, consider hiring me. Check out my coaching website at CelebrationLifeCoaching.com.

__I am a Fiction Writing Coach? I work with fiction writers to help them stay accountable to their dream of writing stories. Learn more at CelebrationLifeCoaching.com/coaching/coaching-for-fiction-writers

__I publish a weekly blog and podcast titled "Winning with the Word" You can subscribe here:

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JOIN THE DIORIO CHAMPIONS!

If you subscribe to this newsletter, then you are eligible to join my private Facebook Group called THE DIORIO CHAMPIONS! It is a place of fun, fellowship, and faith where you are loved and accepted for who you are and encouraged to grow in love for Him and for one another.

If you would like to join the Diorio Champions, please click on the link below. Your email address will then be verified by our system. Once it is verified, you will be admitted to the group.

Join the Diorio Champions!

I look forward to welcoming you as a new Champion! :)

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The Recipe Rack . . . 

Photo by James Carrier
https://www.sunset.com/recipe/linguine-with-artichokes-lemon

Linguine with Artichoke Sauce
(from the Kitchen of MaryAnn Diorio)

(This was one of my family's favorite recipes when my children were growing up. It still is!)

Ingredients

__1/4 cup Olive Oil

__6 Tablespoons Butter

__2 teaspoons Flour

__1 cup Chicken Stock, heated

__2 Cloves Garlic, crushed

__2 teaspoons Lemon Juice

__1 teaspoon Minced Parsley

__Salt to taste

__Pepper to taste

__3 Tablespoons Parmesan Cheese

__1 lb. Linguine

__1  14-ounce can or jar Artichoke Hearts, drained and chopped

Instructions

__Heat 1/4 cup Olive Oil in heavy skillet.

__Add 4 Tablespoons of Butter and melt.

__Add Flour and cook, stirring for 3 minutes.

__Stir in heated chicken stock.

__Increase heat and cook for 1 minute.

__Add garlic, lemon juice, parsley, salt, and pepper

__Cook over moderate heat for 5 minutes.

__Add Artichoke Hearts and 2 Tablespoons of Parmesan Cheese.

__Cook, basting artichokes, for 8 minutes.

__Cook pasta until al dente. Drain.

__Toss pasta with remaining 2 Tablespoons Butter, 1 Tablespoon Olive Oil, and 1 Tablespoon Parmesan Cheese.

__Pour sauce over pasta, mix well, and serve.

Serves 4. Enjoy! 

 

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Whose mind is stayed on You,
Because he trusts in You."

__Isaiah 26: 3 NKJV

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