Join me today as I welcome author and blogger Diana Leagh Matthews as she shares about the chains that bind us.

Aloof. Detached. Distant.

My friend fit all of these adjectives. During the time we knew one another he told me who he was. How he had hurt and betrayed others. I never thought it would happen to me. Until it did.

Longing to find a way to heal my broken heart, I turned to writing, which has allowed me to cure more than one betrayal.

My mind churned. As I considered the individual who hurt me a story developed. A few chapters in, I recognized the similarity to Ebenezer Scrooge, the well-known miser in “A Christmas Carol.”

In that moment the heart of the story for “Carol of the Rooms” took root and I understood who Terri Neely was, why she was so angry, and how her story would progress.

While writing, I realized how much I could be like Terri and Scrooge at times. Allowing myself to shut down after abusive relationships and deception. I didn’t want to remain withdrawn and untrusting, but change didn’t happen overnight.

The process has taken years to release the pain and anger that weighed me down. It’s not been easy but through prayer, journaling, Bible study, and talking with trusted friends I’ve begun to heal and release the invisible chains I carried.

Just as Scrooge, I’ve had the opportunity to change my heart and my ways before it’s too late.

Scripture tells us, "Let all bitterness and wrath and anger and clamor and slander be put away from you, along with all malice. Be kind to one another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, as God in Christ forgave you." (Ephesians 4:31-32, ESV)

Are there areas of your heart that need healing?

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About Diana:

Diana Leagh Matthews shares God’s love through her story from rebel to redeemed. Her day job is as a volunteer coordinator, but at night she writes and hunts genealogy. She gives programs as a speaker, teacher, vocalists, and presents historical monologues. Leagh (pronounced Lee) is the author of Carol of the Rooms, History Made Real, 90 Breath Prayers for the Caregiver, and others in the Breath Prayers series. She also writes the history behind hymns at DianaLeaghMatthews.com. While there you can sign up for her monthly newsletter where she shares all her news first.

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Getting to Know Diana:

What can readers who enjoy your book do to help make it successful?

Oh, there are several things you can do. First tell others about the book and leave a review.

You can also visit my website DianaLeaghMatthews.com, where you can subscribe to my newsletter and follow me on social media. My newsletter subscribers are always the first to receive the latest updates and news.

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How did you get started writing?

My journey is long and winding. After an argument with a family member, I calmed down a story formed in my mind. I wrote the summary and within a year, had a completed manuscript. Then life and an abusive relationship derailed my journey for years. As I healed, I began writing again and learning about the craft and industry.

What can your readers expect from you next?

My novel “Forever Changed” will release in the spring of 2024. Danielle Davis ran from home to pursue her dreams years ago following a tragedy. Another tragedy pulls her back, leaving her guardian to her sister’s seven children and two elderly family members. Can she find a way to open her heart to those who need her most? Will she be able to find a balance between her passion and family?