He [Jesus] told them this parable: "No one tears a patch from a new garment and sews it on an old one. If he does, he will have torn the new garment, and the patch from the new will not match the old. And no one pours new wine into old wineskins. If he…

Some writers still use the trusty pen/pencil to author that book in its initial draft. Although most use laptops/PCs these days, longhand still serves its purpose if it gets words on paper. Talking fiction here, I know from personal experience how much discipline it takes to construct a novel. Some authors use intricate outlines, others…

                                NFL Draft Day. Every team has a need. Not every team selects or gets what they need. There have been some outlandish trades already and no doubt will be more made during the draft. If you're an NFL fan, this is an exciting day. I'll be watching. GO HAWKS!   Lord, you've blessed…

  Thank you to all who sent their congratulations, offered compliments on the cover(s), and even purchased my new novel. You always touch my heart and I want to let you know how much it means to me. Your gracious enthusiasm is so rewarding, and all of you couldn't be better friends. I'm so blessed…

                                                                                                                                                                                My covers in order. Sweet Release is now available for purchase (for e-readers)! Kind of cool to have a collection. I confess I love my covers. http://www.amazon.com/Sweet-Release-Novel-Nicole-Petrino-Salter-ebook/dp/B01E604UFA/ref=sr_1_2?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1461545025&sr=1-2&keywords=Books+by+Nicole+Petrino-Salter http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/sweet-release-nicole-petrino-salter/1123656871?ean=2940157837877   Father, apart from you, I can do nothing. Thank you for the inspiration every time. In the…

  Okay, rustic lovers. How 'bout this? Beautiful, isn't it? Love it.   God, it sounds repetitive to keep saying how your beauty is found in so much of creativity on earth. If it's beautiful, you had your hand in it. Thank you. It's such a treat to experience. Thank you, thank you, thank you. In…

     They said to him, "John's disciples often fast and pray, and so do the disciples of the Pharisees, but yours go on eating and drinking."      Jesus answered, "Can you make the guests of the bridegroom fast while he is with them? But the time will come when the bridegroom will be taken from…

  Well, okay, I blew it. Forgot to get a post ready for today. So, although this will mean little or nothing to you, this is our freshly painted shop. Of course it's not striking in this shot, but it really does look terrific in person. The sides and back are metal and they almost…

  So. No more Kate Beckett on Castle? I will assume the series will not be renewed for a Season 9. I mean, it's been Beckett and Castle from the beginning. I don't think it can effectively work without Stana Katic. Rumors have Stana Katic and Nathan Fillion at total odds with each other, unable…

     Can't quite figure out the ceiling but love the rugged beams. Interesting when they go with a different countertop for the island. Purple lovers: what do you think?   Father, again and again, thank you for all the beauty you dispense. Keep us thankful, Lord. In the Name of Jesus, Amen.