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Before Cooper Pupp ever became a character in a children’s book, he was simply a tiny dachshund with a big personality — and from the very beginning, we knew he was something special. Cooper Pupp was born on November 23, 2024 , in Stilwell, Oklahoma , and spent his early weeks at B&K Dachshunds , where he was loved, played with, and well cared for. He was surrounded by affection there, and we’re so grateful for the way he was raised before coming home to us. From the moment C

When I began writing Finding Joy , I wasn’t sitting at my desk with a clear plan or a neatly outlined devotional in mind. I was simply trying to put words to something God was gently teaching me in real time. There were seasons when joy felt distant — not because I lacked faith, but because life was heavy. I was learning that it’s possible to love God deeply and still feel weary, uncertain, or stretched thin. And in those moments, I needed reminders that joy wasn’t something

Welcome. I’m really glad you’re here. I created this space as a place to slow down, reflect, and share stories rooted in faith, purpose, and hope. Whether through historical fiction, devotionals, or children’s stories, my heart has always been drawn to storytelling that points back to truth — the kind that encourages, restores, and reminds us we’re not walking alone. This blog will be a mix of things: faith reflections from everyday life behind-the-scenes thoughts from my wri