A Note from Bette Lee…
Welcome. I’m delighted that you’ve stopped by for a visit. I hope you’ll take a few minutes to explore my website, browse through my books and get to know a bit more about me.
Heartbeats is a page where I share the stories that truly do come from my heart—stories about my family and the things I love. They are mostly memories, things that are no longer newsworthy but still too precious for me to set aside or part with.
This is where I talk about my sisters, the pets I’ve loved, the family I grew up with, and the special moments that will stay with me forever. Some stories are decades old, and others still have a certain newness clinging to them. But old or new, they are my personal stories, ones I’d like to share with you.
If you have time to visit with me, grab a glass of sweet tea, find a cozy corner, put your feet up and relax as we meander down this very special road that I call Heartbeats.
Happy Holidays!
Wishing the happiest holiday ever to all of my wonderful readers! Here is a short message from Sugar and me!
What I have learned…
I've learned.... That the best classroom in the world is at the feet of an elderly person. I've learned.... That when you're in love, it shows. I've learned .... That just one person saying to me, 'You've made my day!' makes my day. I've learned.... That...
Writing in Crayon
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It's holiday time with Bette Lee Crosby
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Paris in July! Part Deux
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Paris in July! Part Un
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A Girl's Guide to Changing a Tire
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The Green Side of the Mountain – Part 2
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On the Green Side of the Mountain – Part 1
We live in a world where plenty is the norm, where kids wear designer sneakers and carry the latest technology in their back pocket. We become agitated when our computer takes more than 29 seconds to boot. We text our friends, download a new movie and send out for...
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It's a Dog's Life by Katie
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10 Reasons Why Every Writer Needs a Dog
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