Some stories are written. Some are spoken. Some are painted. And some are simply lived.
I believe many of our stories are meant to be shared.
As an author, speaker, and artist, I use the gifts God has given me to share stories, create beauty, and encourage others through both the difficult and beautiful chapters of life.
My own journey has included unexpected challenges, caregiving, profound loss, faith, and moments of joy. These experiences have shaped who I am, influenced my work, and strengthened my desire to help others find hope and purpose in their own stories.
I’m glad you’re here. I invite you to explore, discover, and connect.
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“Come and hear, all who fear God, And I will tell of what He has done for my soul.”
Psalm 66:16
Recent Blog Posts
On Being an Odd Duck
My maiden name is Waddell. As a child the name caused me a lot of unhappiness. Children would call out “Waddle, waddle, quack, quack.” Many duck jokes and references were made at my expense. I cried a lot. It seems silly now. As an elementary school child, it was hurtful. Fast forward to three years…
God’s Promise
The rainbow at the top of this website is a picture that I took many years ago. We were at Camp Sunshine in Lake Sebago, Maine attending a family camp for pediatric oncology survivors. My daughter had just finished treatment for Neuroblastoma IV a few months earlier. We were at a camp barbecue when we…
Writing Becomes Real
This is my first official blog post. I have been writing most of my life. In the past few years, I have been on a journey to become an author. When you transition from being a writer to an author it becomes real. I believe that God has called me to be an author so…