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First, a glimpse of what I have… I have a lot, don’t I? As Brian’s late Grandma Kendig would’ve said–we’re rich. I’d have to absolutely agree! God has far surpassed all I could’ve hoped for or dreamed of in my family–an amazing husband who really is as awesome and hunky as many fiction characters–but really, he’s better because he’s real. And mine. 😀 My kids…wow, how much time do you have? The girls are sweet as pie (really they are…most of the time), and the twins blow my mind with their personality and intellect. The picture of the office? Well, that’s been my dream to have an office. This house we’re renting from Brian’s parents has been a tremendous blessing. …

Seventeen years ago I married my best friend. And waddya know?? He hasn’t figured out I got the good end of the deal. LOL Just had to celebrate since the poor guy is having to work ALL DAY and I won’t see him until close to midnight. *sigh* Here’s a couple of photos of me and my hunk from Sunday night when we went out to a movie to celebrate.He’s my hero. My hunk. My prince. My strength (next to God of course). My lover. My best friend. My Brian. *sigh*

My fabo agent sent me these links. You’ve gotta take a break and check them out. I haven’t laugh/cried this hard in a very long time. 😀

Well, not literally, but the other day, I was chatting with a friend on IM. And I changed my avatar to a diver with a shark swimming by. I told her the scene reminded me of Dead Reckoning. And she said, “and Midnight Zone.” Immediately, I was like–Oh, remember when Declan was diving and he got nudged by the shark that sliced his rebreather, which is how Declan got that scar.” I was nearly giddy reliving that moment. How he fought for his life and ended up being saved when Joselyn had to crack his dive helmet off with an oxygen bottle… Sigh. That part isn’t in the book. It’s the backstory. And Declan isn’t real, although I retold the …

My awesome best friend, Dineen Miller, posted a link to this kewl science-fiction site to determine which SF writer you are. Take the survey adn let us know who you are! I am: E.E. “Doc” Smith The inventor of space opera. His purple space war tales remain well-read generations later. Which science fiction writer are you? WARNING: THE SITE HAS LANGUAGE IN IT, “POTTY” language as Neen called it. 😀I was tickled with my results since, when I write in sf/f genre, I pen space operas. How kewl!! 😀

“He smelled good–rebelliously good–like leather and a hint of soap.“ *sigh* How can you resist that?? Or that two-day stubble and dimple?? ———————————— Nick Noble hadn’t planned on being the prodigal son. But when his father dies and leaves half of Silver Buckle—the Noble family ranch—to Nick’s former best friend, he must return home to face those he left behind. And to make sure that the Silver Buckle stays in the Noble family.Award-winning journalist Piper Sullivan believes Nick framed her brother for murder, and she’s determined to find justice. But following Nick to the Silver Buckle and posing as a ranch cook proves more challenging than she first anticipated. So does resisting his charming smile. As Nick seeks to overturn …

About a month ago, I was depressed. Truly, the closest I’ve ever come to being full-blown depressed. We’d just spent nearly two grand on fixing our primary vehicle. That drained our emergency and Christmas money. Then, Brian’s truck breaks down. Do we have any money to fix it? Nope. Do we have the money to take on a monthly payment. Definitely not. So, we haul the truck down to Waco for a mechanic to work on. I got a rejection, one that didn’t quite sting, but sure didn’t help my confidence. I’d sent my manuscript to an agent, one that I’d had a quasi-hopeful spirit about getting signed with. Well, I also knew said agent didn’t send out rejections after …

Wow! Another jolly season is here! This year has flown by, leaving me dazed in its wake. 😀 How did we get here so fast?? I’ll be frank–while this year had a lot of wonderful times, and I wouldn’t want to have missed it, I am SOOOO GLAD it’s over. *sigh* I knew I was in trouble last December when God told me this would be a year of change. And it sure was!! For this next year, I believe it’ll be a year of transition. That doesn’t sound AS painful, but still quite challenging in and of itself. I won’t be around much for the next couple of weeks. With that in mind, I’m leaving you with some Christmas …

First – GREAT news on the homefront. This morning I finished my degree plan for my Bachelor’s of Science in Psychology. I can’t believe it’s FINALLY over. This last course was in Criminal Justice and I might just make a perfect score in the course. I never, ever done that, and I’m thrilled by teh prospect. It all rests on my research paper, which I readily admit was quite difficult. Anyway, I’m asking all my friends to celebrate with me by going out and having a Starbucks drink or something. ———————————————————— Now, on to more serious matters… Last week I was contacted by a man for a company called m80 noting that they had read my blog about James Bond’s …

Last week, the infinitely fickle weather in TExas delivered a FIFTY DEGREE blow…On Wednesday, I picked up my twins from school in cozy 76 degree weather. The next morning, it was 26 degrees. YOWZA!! Here are some photos of my kiddos in the snow later that afternoon after the drizzle and white stuff (we see it so rarely, I’m not sure I remember what it’s called LOL). And because I’m drawing a blank on what to write today…sigh…how bout more pictures. Here is one of me with my beautiful girls at Thanksgiving. Ciara, Ronie, & Keighley My dear friend Michelle visited me after a vacation with her family in Killeen (she’s living in Georgia right now). Here are a few …