
Meet Carmen
Carmen Peone loves to write inspirational stories of hope, healing, and horses. Sprinkled with a good helping of romance. She is one of the few authors who has not always dreamed of writing. It found her. Spupaleena, Carmen’s character in the True to Heart Trilogy hounded her until she told the story. Carmen soon learned…

Recent Posts
Rooted in the Canadian West
Welcome to Women Honoring the West. Women Writing the West is where I first met Ann Edall-Robson, a talented writer and a valued member of the group. Her first conference, when I was President, took place in the quaint and historic town of Walla Walla, Washington. Imagine her excitement. All that way from Canada, a…
Ranching, Westerns, and Writing
Welcome to Women Honoring the West! I met Sarah Elisabeth Sawyer through a mutual friend a few years ago. One thing I’ve learned about this young woman is she is a literary force to be reckoned with. She’s creative, entrepreneurial, and oh, so sweet. I can’t wait for you to meet her. So let’s get…
IN SEARCH OF THE COWGIRL SPIRIT
Welcome to Women Honoring the West 2025! I’m thrilled to start the year with my Women Writing the West sister writer Josephine (Jeanie) Young. She’s filled with the Cowgirl Spirit, joy, smiles, and blesses everyone around her. Let’s giddy up and meet Josephine! What is the cowgirl spirit, and why am I in search of…
A Christmas Blessing
From my home to yours, may God bless you richly. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! In His grace, Carmen
Ranch Roots and Artistic Dreams
I first met Butch at the Kettle Falls Historical Center in Kettle Falls, Washington. Soon after, I purchased a derby hat from her with Paint horses and Native décor on it. Yes, this lady did the artwork, and it’s fabulous. The next time I went in, I purchased a tote bag with the same themes….
Me and Buffalo Bill
This month’s Women Honoring the West guest comes from Texas. She’s sweet, hilarious, and one heck of a writer. Let’s meet Karen Witemeyer. When Carmen asked me to write a post for Women Honoring the West, I was delighted since I love the history of the Old West. However, I feel like I should first…