Nestor must've eaten something that didn't agree with him as he had a rough couple of days, but he's doing better now and back to his dominant self at the hay feeder. We've moved the five Easter Egger chicks out of the chicken tractor and into the chicken coop this morning. They've been free-ranging for a few days but haven't figured out that they're supposed to go into the coop at night, so we locked them in there today (they have the run, too), to help them get the hang of it. Bonnie, our Soay sheep, got her hooves trimmed and a haircut.

In other news, Cassie the cat has been regularly catching mice and leaving them for me to find. Her skills are impressive but also rather gross!

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 at Kellie, but there was no excuse to be rude to her neighbor. Sofie reached the door and pulled it open, but someone pushed at the same time, knocking her back a step. She grasped the railing to keep from falling. “Watch where you’re going,” she said.

The man, who was over six feet tall, reached out to steady her. She couldn’t believe he had the nerve to grin. “Sorry. My mind was elsewhere.”

“Whatever.” She brushed past him, but his smile had burned itself into her retinas. The man’s movie star good looks might win over other women, but she was too evolved to fall for a gym rat. She preferred a man with maturity and intellect over physical prowess. Not that it was mature of Johan to miss their lunch date for the second time in less than a month.

When she reached his office, she stopped outside the door and took a deep cleansing breath before rapping on the solid wood. Sitting in a hot vehicle for twenty minutes waiting for him was unacceptable, but she wouldn’t allow it to spoil their upcoming date regardless of how infuriatingly inconsiderate it was. When no answer came, she stood outside the door seething. Maybe he’d forgotten completely and was in his classroom preparing for an art project. What else was new? She’d leave a note on his desk and be on her way. Twisting the handle, she pushed the door open and froze. A high pitch scream tore from her throat. It felt like she was watching herself from above. The sounds of running feet registered in her consciousness, but she remained rooted to the spot, immovable.

I scheduled editing with Patti for my October and November releases (Grave Secrets and Wooing the Widower). Deadlines from my editor help keep me on schedule. 

Both books are available for preorder.

The ACFW conference is next week, so I'm looking forward to that.

Since my last update, I've read and reviewed quite a few books. Rather than list them all here, I'm going to share two of my five star reads, and suggest you visit my Goodreads or BookBub profile if you want to see my other reviews. 

modern-day love story adds another layer of complexity. Though it was engaging, I found myself longing for a more definitive resolution to this romantic thread. The "happy for now" ending left me with a sense of longing for something more concrete.

Despite this minor shortfall, "Where the Last Rose Blooms" stands as an excellent story. Its spiritual themes and heartfelt storytelling make it a thought-provoking and satisfying read. Clark's ability to weave together elements of faith, love, and personal growth provides a rich literary experience that resonates deeply.

confusion on my part. Matthew's persistence in attaching himself to Calista, even against her desires, did come across as a bit overbearing at times.

One area that didn't quite hit the mark for me was the chemistry between the characters. It felt lacking in tangible connection on the page, not fully translating into a convincing romantic spark. However, these shortcomings did not significantly detract from the overall enjoyment of the tale.

Despite some mixed feelings about the characters, the overall quality of the storytelling was solid, leaving me interested in exploring more works by Regina Jennings. Her ability to craft engaging narratives ensures that I'll be looking forward to her future books.