Chapter 13 – December 24, 1907 – Marta The house was brimming with activity and Marta couldn’t be happier. Bertha and Mary Ellen helped Marta dress for her wedding. “You look beautiful, Sis,” Mary Ellen said. “I’m incredibly excited. I’ve waited so long for this day.” Marta fiddled with her hair. “It looks perfect, dear.” […]
Peggy McAloon
Peggy M McAloon is on a mission to inspire kids everywhere to stand up to abuse and bullying. Her "Lessons from Fiori Series" about a young girl from Wisconsin, provides a strong female role model who isn't afraid to show compassion or hack into a con man's computer if the need arises. Peggy's courageous battle with depression, abuse, and a traumatic brain injury has enabled her to identify with both children and adults who have suffered from abuse and bullying.
She's a retired trainer and speaker in the field of commercial credit. Her first book, "The Art of Business Credit Investigation" was featured in Inc. Magazine. She's been interviewed by the Associated Press and appeared on news shows in her efforts to protect our water resources.
Her first book in the Lessons from Fiori series, "Elle Burton and the Reflective Portals" is a finalist in the 2018 Readers' Favorite International Book Awards.
The Christmas Prayer – Bertha’s Promise
Chapter 12 – Bertha’s Promise Nettie abruptly turned to her stomach and buried her face in the feather pillow. One sneezing fit followed another. She clutched the pillow with both hands, trying to muffle the sound so she wouldn’t wake the baby. Her head spun as she remembered the promise she’d begged Bertha to make. […]
The Christmas Prayer – Christmas Baby
Chapter 11- A Beautiful, Healthy Christmas Baby Nettie held her newborn daughter in her arms, emotion spilling onto her cheeks. “She’s the most beautiful and perfect baby ” Raymond sat on the side of the bed, his finger stroking his daughter’s cheek. “You have given me more than I could ever have imagined, Nettie. No […]
