Baked bread

What I Miss About Yesterday

Cynthia Herron Nostalgia 8 Comments

One of the reasons I enjoy reruns of The Waltons is because in some ways it takes me back to yesterday. Life seemed simpler then and things moved at a slower pace. I miss those times. Family took center stage, most everyone we knew went to church, and parents didn’t fear for their children’s safety if they went to visit a friend down the …

The Way to a Man’s Heart is through His Wife’s Kitchen

Cynthia Herron Family Time 3 Comments

They say the way to a man’s heart is through his wife’s kitchen. Or is it the way to a man’s heart is through his stomach? (I’ve heard it both ways.) I’ve not tested this theory intentionally, but I do believe there’s some truth to those statements. I mean, what normal, red-blooded man doesn’t like a warm slice of bread baked …

A Short Drive to “Perfectville”

Cynthia Herron Writing 7 Comments

I grew up watching The Waltons and Andy Griffith re-runs. Life on Waltons Mountain and on the quiet streets of Mayberry seemed ideal. The folks there were friendly, faith-filled, and neighbor-oriented. As far back as I can recall, I knew those were towns I wanted to base my fictional series on. I wanted folks (readers) to be able to sit back, kick …

Love Is in the Air

Cynthia Herron Family Time, Writing 4 Comments

They say a way to a man’s heart is through is his stomach. I’ve not really tested this theory (intentionally), but I do believe there is some truth to that statement. I mean, what normal, red-blooded man doesn’t like a warm slice of bread baked fresh from the oven? Or an apple, cherry, or peach pie that’s made from scratch? Or my …