Friends in Faith: Joan Romett

Joan Romett is among the giving-est people I know. She gives in many tangible ways, including supplies and food to the Future with Hope Women events we’re both involved in (and a couple of sweet boxes of Washington Capitals swag she and her husband, Dan, gave my sister and me). But it’s the intangible, deeper… Continue reading Friends in Faith: Joan Romett

Friends in Faith: Patricia Lorenz

Cheesehead hat. Goofy fake teeth. Practical jokes. Humor that can make you laugh till you cry. That’s how many people would describe Patricia Lorenz, the longtime Daily Guideposts writer, one of the top Chicken Soup for the Soul contributors, and author of 14 books with titles like Grab the Extinguisher, My Birthday Cake’s on Fire… Continue reading Friends in Faith: Patricia Lorenz

Falling in Love with Fall

In my September e-letter, I asked readers to tell me what they loved so much about fall, since it’s my least favorite season. And boy, did you tell me! Here’s a sampling. Thanks so much… and I’m trying to drink in your words! “All of the colors–oranges, yellows, reds and browns.”  —Connie G. “Because it’s… Continue reading Falling in Love with Fall

Friends in Faith: Liz Schiavone

Liz Schiavone has a passion for service—and she does it well, very well. Her main focus is her husband, Angelo, and their five adult children and grandchildren. But somehow, she manages to work a full-time job (with a commute of 30 minutes each way) and serve on a number of committees and boards, including as… Continue reading Friends in Faith: Liz Schiavone