Kate's Blog
A Hearty Breakfast
I smile as I recall my father-in-law telling me about growing up in South Dakota. Born in 1921, he commenced working summers at age thirteen as a cook's helper on a nearby farm. An arduous bicycle ride away from home, but his family needed the money during the Great...
Kate’s Favorite Pics!
Please, come stroll with me through this fun shop, Doilies 2 Doorknobs, and admire the collectibles! Located in Stanwood, WA. Congratulations to Linda W., winner of the pink Depression glass creamer, the lovely Amish-made potholder from Lancaster County, PA, plus a...
Amish Collectibles?
Am I the only person who hides things from herself? With the best of intentions, mind you. I did it again last week. Before company arrived, I dashed around picking up and straightening. In my hurry, I stuffed a mish-mash of business cards, pens, and do-dads into a...
Kate’s Favorite Pics!
These pots inspire me. Except one, even though it needs no watering! Congratulations to Susan Conceicao, winner of Martha, the Amish-made doll from Lancaster County, PA! Plus a signed copy of one book from the Legacy of Lancaster Trilogy, her choice. Winner has 3 days...
More to Learn from the Amish
Am I the only one left who thinks boys and girls are different? In my experience, boys tend to be boys, no matter how much their mothers dislike their converting sticks into weapons or throwing rocks. And girls? Well, they are far more apt to like this little...
Kate’s Favorite Pics!
My husband and I spent a peaceful weekend at our beach cabin. Congratulations to CJ Stringer, winner of the Amish-made spiced Potholder from Lancaster County, PA, and the Bigelow 8 Flavor Assortment Tea Bags, 64 ct. Plus a signed copy of one novel from the Legacy of...
Sensational
The nervous system has a specific organ devoted to each of our five senses: Sight, Hearing, Taste, Smell, and Touch. Can you hear a sparrow twittering outside, feel the softness of an Amish quilt, detect the fragrance of your favorite tea or brew of coffee? Three of...
Kate’s Pics
Congratulations to Jenny Propst, winner of the Amish-made tea towel and Potholder from Lancaster County, PA, plus a signed copy of one book from the Legacy of Lancaster Trilogy! I appreciate everyone who entered the Giveaway. Thanks for your great insights and...
About Kate
Kate Lloyd is a novelist and a passionate observer of human relationships. A native of Baltimore, MD, she and her husband live in Seattle the setting of several of her novels. She lived in Rome and studied Italian in college. Kate has worked a variety of jobs, including car salesman and restaurateur.