A Marriage in Middlebury
The idea for this book came from my absolute love of tearooms in
Texas. In fact, here’s my note to readers on that very subject:
More than a
decade ago I met a woman named Linda Becker who opened a tearoom in the Houston
burbs called, Tea for Two. Her eatery and gift shop did so well, she opened a
second shop. Over the years I’ve enjoyed her wonderful tearoom fare as well as
the quaint ambiance. Linda’s tearoom isn’t just a café—it’s a gathering place
for friends, a place to eat home cooked food, and a place so cozy you don’t
want to leave. As a writer I thought it might be fun to create a heroine who owns
a tearoom similar to Linda’s and set her shop in a small town on the gulf coast
of Texas. So, that’s how the novel, A Marriage in Middlebury, was born.
Even though my story, the characters, and the town are fictional, Linda’s
tearooms are real places you can visit and enjoy. Thank you, Linda, for the great
food, and the fellowship, and the inspiration.
Everything was going
smoothly for the main character when suddenly everything changes with the
return of her ex. What advice do you have when life throws a curveball?
As a Christian we should
trust in the One who made us, the One who’s known us from the first day when we
were being knit together in our mother’s womb, the One who loves us best.
Trusting in Him during life’s storms is the only answer, and it’s more than
enough.
Charlotte was pressured
into breaking off her relationship with Sam by Sam’s father - how should we
react to family pressures and difficult relatives?
Bathe the situation in
prayer and then talk things through no matter how painful. But once the air is
clear, forgive and move on. Don’t keep going back over and over. Forgiveness is
not easy, but it’s the only way to live free. It helps to remember that
forgiveness is what God offered us when we sinned against Him.
Is there a certain Bible
passage or verse that goes along with the theme of A Marriage in Middlebury?
Trust in the Lord
with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways
submit to him, and he will make your paths straight. Proverbs 3:5-6 (NIV)
Are any of the
characters or events in A Marriage in
Middlebury based on your own experiences?
Well, I love art,
flowers, quirky characters, and tearooms. And somehow I managed to put them all
into the novel. It was a fun ride!
Do you find yourself
returning to similar themes in your novels (i.e. forgiveness, trust, etc.) or
do you have a new message with each release?
Yes, I tend to go back
to the themes of forgiveness and reconciliation. These are not only good themes
for a story, but they are paramount in living the Christian life.
What do you hope readers
will walk away with after they turn the last page of A Marriage in Middlebury?
That with God all things
are possible!
Like several of your
other books, A Marriage in Middlebury
is set in your home state of Texas - what are some of your favorite things
about Texas?
Overall, Texas is an
inexpensive place to live, it’s a great place to raise a family, and it’s one
of the friendliest places on earth. I’ve lived here for about thirty years, and
I’m proud to call Texas my home.
Before becoming a
writer, you had number of interesting jobs - what was it about writing that
drew you in?
I had an incredible need
to tell stories. I don’t think I had a choice in becoming a writer—the
profession sort of chose me. But I’m content in that truth.
Best-selling and award-winning author, Anita Higman, has thirty-six
books published. She’s been a Barnes & Noble “Author of the Month” for Houston and has a BA in the combined fields of speech communication, psychology, and art. Anita loves good movies, exotic teas, and brunch with her friends.
books published. She’s been a Barnes & Noble “Author of the Month” for Houston and has a BA in the combined fields of speech communication, psychology, and art. Anita loves good movies, exotic teas, and brunch with her friends.
Please visit her website at www.anitahigman.com and drop her a note
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Question: What is it sometimes difficult for even Christians to forgive right away?
2 comments:
I loved this interview and learning more about A MARRIAGE IN MIDDLEBURY!
I think forgiveness can be hard to offer because of our human nature. When we are hurt or angry, we tend to hold on to those feelings rather than letting them go.
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What a great interview. I would love to read A Marriage In Middlebury. Forgiveness is pushed to the limit, in my opinion, where a cheating spouse is concerned. I have known of those that were able to do it and I just don't see how they did but until you walk in those shoes, you just don't know what you would do. I hope I never take a step in those shoes.
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