Chapter A Week - This week's chapters:

Murder in the Park by Veronica Heley

When Ellie's friend Felicity witnesses a pit bull savage a youngmother in the park, she goes into shock, and calls on Ellie for help.Ellie's discovers that the dog and its owner are strangers to theneighbourhood, but soon there are other attacks…and after each one,the dog vanishes. Between problems raised by her dreadful daughterDiana, her aunt's failing health, and the imminent departure of hergood friend Thomas, Ellie hardly has time to hunt down a killer dog, andhas no idea that she is the next target – until the police questionher for a crime she didn't commit!Murder in the Park, by VeronicaHeleyWhen Ellie's friend Felicity witnesses a pit bull savage a youngmother in the park, she goes into shock, and calls on Ellie for help.Ellie's discovers that the dog and its owner are strangers to theneighbourhood, but soon there are other attacks…and after each one,the dog vanishes. Between problems raised by her dreadful daughterDiana, her aunt's failing health, and the imminent departure of hergood friend Thomas, Ellie hardly has time to hunt down a killer dog, andhas no idea that she is the next target – until the police questionher for a crime she didn't commit!

Family In His Heart - released by Steeple Hill Love Inspired - January2008 by Gail Gaymer

MartinMs. Martin has once again penned a sweet love story. Her characters areflawed and only too human, but have a genuine desire to be a betterperson, to trust in God. This quiet and unassuming story is layered withlove and pain and messages of trust and forgiveness. An inspiring read.--Reviewer Connie from Once Upon A Romance Nick Thornton couldn't help being impulsive. But he had no misgivingsabout hiring away the feisty new waitress at this favorite diner. Afterall, he could spot a person in need, and Rona Meyers needed a protector.Yet as he got to know her, he was humbled by her caring and no-nonsenseattitude. Maybe he was the one in need---after all those long yearshe'd been struggling to keep his faith. With his sense of familyshattered, Nick couldn't stop wondering if God wanted him to have a newbeginning. And a new chance at love.

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Heard about any good books lately?

I sure have, over on "ChapterAWeek". This is an online service for fans of Christian fiction, with one function: If you sign up, each week you will be sent the first chapter of a new inspirational fiction release or two. That way, you can "try before you buy", not to mention keep an eye on the latest and greatest from your favorite authors.

Here's what you'll find in this week's chapters:

Reluctant Smuggler by Jill Elizabeth Nelson"Jill Elizabeth Nelson has crafted an amazing tale of internationalintrigue, pulse-pounding drama, and sacrificial love, as well as anexceptional story line. Reluctant Smuggler is a great read and highlyrecommended!"~Mark Mynheir, homicide detective and author of The Void

Splitting Harriet by Tamara Leigh"Tamara Leigh delights readers with Chick Lit that sparkles andcharacters who come alive."~Kristin Billerbeck, author of The Trophy Wives Club

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How do I get grape-flavored medicine spots out of my carpet?

Hmmm... If it were me, I would call the toll free number that's probably listed on the medicine bottle and see if they have a suggestion! I'm always amazed at how many questions they're prepared to answer.

If that doesn't work, then follow the general rule of thumb for carpet stain removal: Start with the most gentle approach and work your way toward the more risky until something works. Of course, the nicer, newer, or more expensive carpet it is, the less risky you want to be! (In the past, if a stain is relatively small, I have stopped after the second level of treatment, gotten down on the floor with a pair of scissors, and snipped out the stained fibers instead.)

Anyway, according to one of my favorite resources, the book 2001 Amazing Cleaning Secrets by Jeff Bredenberg, you should attack carpet stains in this order:

1. Water or club soda
2. Mild soap and water
3. Ammonia and water OR Vinegar and water
4. Peroxide
5. Alcohol

Let us know how it works out!

Have you stopped posting to this blog?

Nope, I'm here and raring to go. Thanks to a bunch of deadlines that all seemed to converge at once, I did have to put this blog on the back burner for a while. But I'm back in business now, so keep those questions coming! And thanks for asking. :)