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The Compass
The Compass - The Original GPS
If you had no GPS or phone, could you find your position in the middle of nowhere — find a heading to where you are going — know your ETA? In the past, a compass, map, and pocket watch were essential pieces of equipment when traveling across unfamiliar territory.
Finding Strength
Author Update
It’s been a busy month. My cover designer provided a cover for Heartstrings, which I didn’t care for at all, but it influenced a title change: Finding Strength. While there are young men in this story, it’s not primarily a romance. It’s a glimpse into the life of Emeline as she struggles during the Panic of 1893. As you know, I started off with the title Big Decisions, which she makes, but I think this new title better describes the heart of the book.
Research Is Fun!
Author Update
Researching farming for Heartstrings has been fun this past month. I’m a city girl who’s always dreamed of living on a farm, or at least a little homestead., so I had a lot to learn. First, I listed all the crops a dairy farm would need for their animals: alfalfa, barley, and oats. In 1893, they had horses, not modern tractors, which led to HOW, how often, and when these crops were harvested. Very interesting stuff!