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Come on in and sit a spell.
Click a few links. Sip some coffee. Drop me a line.
You’ll find the things I love here: boys, books, laughter and tales of long-lasting love.
You won’t find politics or lima beans.
I do not love them.
About Cindy
Cindy Hval is the author of War Bonds: Love Stories from the Greatest Generation, and columnist and correspondent for The Spokesman Review newspaper in Spokane, Washington. Her “Front Porch” column offers humorous, often poignant commentary about life, love and raising sons– not necessarily in that order. In addition, her stories have been published in numerous magazines and anthologies… Continue reading About Cindy
Events
Upcoming Events Click here to schedule a speaking/signing event with Cindy Hval Endorsements “Ms. Hval was articulate, personable, and engaging with the audience. She was more of a story-teller than a formal lecturer which was part of her appeal for my forum.” -Mrs. Dawn A. Altmaier, Community Support Coordinator “Cindy was an excellent speaker. She… Continue reading Events
War Bonds
“War Bonds: Love Stories from the Greatest Generation” tells the stories of marriages and families forged during and after World War II, as the Greatest Generation became the backbone of our society. Young people have been falling in love since time began, but romance during a world war had a unique set of challenges. The uncertainty… Continue reading War Bonds
Thank you for putting into words much of what I feel these days! Your articles often touch me, make me laugh, make me cry. (As my ten kids would say, “Mom cries when she’s sad AND when she’s happy!”)
Charlotte Nelson
I thank you–and your family–for writing so beautifully about the everyday things and events of life in a way that lifts our spirits and helps us to smile at one another and at life.
