I have to say this year has been difficult from beginning to end. But when I sit down and think about it, I have many things to be thankful for. While my hubby and I both contracted COVID in February 2021,(still have lingering effects), we survived. So I’m thankful! Then there is the first responders, nurses, doctors, and others, thank you, without all of you things could be a lot worse.
My wonderful readers are fantastic and I am so
thankful for them. I sincerely hope my tales of paranormal creatures sweep them
away from their ordinary world into a magical, romantic fantasy adventure or
mystery if only for a few hours. We all
need fantasy these days. Don’t you agree?
Thinking back to when I was able to meet my readers at book signings we had a blast! Hope to be able to do it again in 2022. Fingers crossed
Six years and fifteen books later, I still wake up
and pinch myself every morning, thankful to be living my dream being a published author. A dream made possible by my
supportive, extraordinary husband of many moons and The Wild Rose Press my
amazing publisher. My editor, Lill, well, let’s just say…SHE ROCKS! I’m so
thankful for her patience and understanding. (Discovering new and creative way
to screw up seems to be my specialty.) Yep,
my face turns bright red every time I think about it. Oh, yeah, and I’m
thankful for the helpful, supportive authors of The Wild Rose Press! They’re always willing to lend a hand.
When my characters run amuck, the story plot flows
in ten different directions and none of them what I had in mind AND a deadline looms, (yeah, I know you plotters never have that
happen, but us pansters… well just saying), three little words, “You’ve got
this” are music to my ears from my family and friends. I am eternally thankful
for their encouragement and support.
I am thankful for the unconditional love of my chow
dog, Mystic; spoiled parrot, Taco; and box turtle, Sammie. No matter how bad I
feel or goof up, in their eyes, I’m darn near perfect. And I’m certainly not
going to tell them any different!
Finally, a day never passes without my thanks to the
men and women of the U.S. Armed Forces whose dedication keeps our great nation
free. (I know you’ve heard me say this before, but I can’t help it. Comes from
living in a military town all my life & marrying a soldier.) We are one nation under God, indivisible,
with liberty and justice for all. You may not agree with me, but that’s what is
great about this nation. You don’t have
to. I’m entitled to my own opinion, as
are you. I can write books on any topic I choose without fear of a midnight
knock on my door or being carted away. Unless of course my characters come to
life, then we’re all in trouble. <Giggle>
While I have a lot more to be thankful for such as a roof over my head — About the roof over my head, I’m still waiting for a self-cleaning house. LOL January will bring a long overdue kitchen remodel. I can’t wait! I’m thankful to have enough to eat and clothes on my back. What are you thankful for?
Having
listed the biggies, I wish you all love, laughter and Happy Thanksgiving!
After the big dinner is done and you sit down to relax, I have a suggestion. A WITCH’S QUANDARY now out in audiobook. Just put on those headphones and be whisked away!
What’s A Witch’s Quandary about you ask? A Broken Engagement leads to the discovery of stolen magic and malice. Can they weather the storm?
Gale's engagement is off because she refuses to
leave her thriving business in Ireland to follow Dillon to Scotland. Her family
and friends are on the emerald isle. Yet, when Dillon returns with the whole
story and asks for her help, she must follow her heart.
Amazon:
https://www.amazon.com/Witchs-Quandary-Demons-Witch-Book-ebook/dp/B095291TGN
6 comments:
Great post! There is so much to be thankful for- thank you for sharing!
I'm glad to hear of another panster's struggles- I feel your pain! I tried to force myself to plot more this year and it pretty much stalled my writing.
Happy Holidays!
Thanks for stopping by Maureen! Yep, that's pretty much what plotting does to me too. Gave it up. Happy Holidays to you too!
Yes, many things to be thankful for! Our Thanksgiving was in October up here in Canada, but I hope you have a wonderful holiday!
I'm an outliner, but many times I don't follow it. LOL I use it simply for guidance when I get stuck. "Oh, yeah, that's what was supposed to happen in this chapter."
Great post, Tena. So much to be thankful for. All that you mentioned plus Hubs' return to better health. So grateful to have my man back. We've been blessed to have caring family and friends who've prayed for us and sent healing thoughts. I'm sure that's what helped. Your story sounds so interesting. Just great to kick back with. Wishing everyone a Happy Thanksgiving.
Thanks so much for stopping by Jessica E and Diane! Enjoyed reading your responses!
Wonderful post, Tena. I'm grateful for so much, especially good friends. Happy Thanksgiving! xo
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