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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
I love your column and always look forward to reading it! Whether it be comments about motherhood, “daughterhood” (some time ago, your article about a parent brought me to tears. Come to think of it, it wasn’t the only one!), or life experience in general, I know I am going to be richly rewarded for reading your column.
Thank you for your wonderful enlightening, entertaining columns.
Betsy Newman
Never do I finish one of your “Front Porches” without shedding a few tears (mostly joyful; some sad, but all meaningful.) They really hit my “home base”!
