Yesterday I received my certificate in the mail. My heart is full. The lessons I have learned over the last 5 years have been difficult. But they enabled me to write The Branch. Now that I am on the other side, I am thankful. I know I am blessed.

Thank you Dorene Meyer for your encouragement, for your editing help, and your belief in me.

Thank you Word Guild for holding competition like this that enables writers to spread their wings. I have enjoyed the experience very much.

©Mary Grace van der Kroef 2020