I’ve always enjoyed Nancy Wilson’s writing. I’m a somewhat consistent reader of her blog, and I’ve also enjoyed several of her books, including Building Her House: Commonsensical Wisdom for Christian Women. Mrs. Wilson writes with the kindness, yet firmness, of a wise older friend. The book’s promise to deliver “commonsensical wisdom” is fulfilled.

The age of writing an old-fashioned letter seems to be at a close. That’s regrettable. I know, first hand, what deep, enduring relationships can be formed through letter writing. In fact, Copper and I had only dated for a few, short weeks before he left for college. We wrote dozens of letters in the months [...]

For several years, I’ve enjoyed reading Girltalk, the blog Carolyn Mahaney writes with her three married daughters. The girls are down to earth, sensible and friendly. Mrs. Mahaney’s book, Feminine Appeal – Seven Virtues of a Godly Wife and Mother, is filled with the same common sense and practical application that I’ve enjoyed from the blog.

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