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at The Craftie Ladies of Love Inspired Romance today for a fun look at where my character ideas come from. Not from where you might expect!

at The Craftie Ladies of Love Inspired Romance today for a fun look at where my character ideas come from. Not from where you might expect!

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Thanks Melissa, I tried responding to a couple of comments there hours ago, but it says it’s still awaiting moderation. Did you try to comment there?
I enjoyed reading your blog – and your story about Lisa, the strongest woman that you know..
LOL Give them time!
When I make up characters they tend to be very loosely based on real life experiences.
As for chickens in wheelbarrows – I wouldn’t mind but I don’t think it’s occurred to my boys to try this yet!