Friends, I hope you’re enjoying your holiday celebrations with your nearest and dearest. I am so happy to have my loved ones gathered around. We’ve got lots of fun activities and delicious meals planned, and I can’t wait! But while I’m enjoying these special moments, I’m also looking forward to the new year because I…
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Who’s up for a little time travel? I’d love to take you on a journey back to Christmas past…. We’re rewinding the centuries and stopping by to visit our good friends, Colonel Arthur DeKay and his family, as they celebrate Christmas right at the end of the Civil War. As we enter the warm, cozy…
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Do you have a treasure hunter on your gift list? You’re in luck! Here’s a great gift guide packed with treasure-hunting essentials that will thrill every adventurer on your list: Happy holidays, and here’s to great treasure hunting ahead!
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Thanksgiving is one of my favorite holidays, and I hope your celebration was as fun filled as ours was! I was so happy to spend another year gathered around the table with family and friends to share an incredible meal and give thanks for our many blessings. The traditions we share have been passed down…
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One of the biggest challenges I face as a writer is an unerring attention to detail that ensures I get my facts straight! I was the Chief of Police for many years, and one of the biggest lessons I learned was that accuracy REALLY matters. Police officers work hard to assess situations accurately, and they…
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I’ve been fortunate to have some wonderful friends in my life, but there are some who have left a lasting impact that will be with me through all my days. One of those friends was John Hawkins. That name might ring a bell if you’ve read Finding the Lost Dutchman’s Gold! In the book, John…
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My books are fiction, but they all hold some truth. Many of my characters are based on important people in my life. I use my past experiences to create exciting adventures, and I use my extensive travel history to help me create interesting locations in each of my stories. I also draw inspiration from some…
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Ever wondered what it REALLY takes to write a book? It’s a good question because it’s definitely not the easiest process in the world! I’ve got a few books under my belt now, but that sure didn’t happen overnight. In fact, I toyed with the idea of writing my first book for 10 YEARS before…
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Growing up in Petersburg, Virginia is a treasure hunters dream! I spent a large portion of my childhood exploring the Petersburg National Battlefields, and that was a prime location for anyone fascinated by Civil War-era relics! I never knew what I’d uncover on a scavenging trip, but I was never disappointed. I often found old…
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I have always loved a great adventure! As a kid, my parents couldn’t keep me indoors. The siren song of what might be just beyond my front door was too strong for me to ignore, so I spent countless days roaming the streets and back alleys of Petersburg, Virginia looking for excitement and adventure. The…
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