Ketch-up Day

 

 

I trust this post finds you well.

For those of you who have kindly inquired about my grandson, here's a surgery update:

The little guy was wheeled into surgery around 9:30 a.m. and was back to his room around 6:30 p.m. So it was a deal. He did great. Though, there was one slight hitch. The next morning when they did a scan, they found a loose screw floating near the surface of the skin that they had to go back in and retrieve.

He is building his strength back up and can take a few steps on his own. They are planning on heading home this week.

I'm a believer in collective goodwill making a difference, so thank you. For the positive energy, good thoughts and prayers.  It's very much appreciated.

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I received surprises in the mail this week.  Thank you so much, Denise .

If you're looking for Christmas gifts, stocking stuffers or ornaments, you might take a gander at her gratitude store.  The sleds (Christmas ornaments) are especially cute as you can see below.

D. L. Finn's Gratitude Store

 

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Calllie

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Did you know, yesterday was National Take A Hike Day?

😄 

Weekend Wishes

 

 

Writerly Wednesday AND Did You Know Thursday

 What's your synonym, definition of or sentence for:

 Sentence(s): Some people abeared their mother-in-law. He adored his.

I.E. Endure

 

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Did you know, the loudest animal in the world is the little pistol shrimp?

For more information on how the shrimp accomplishes this: 101 Greatest Animal Facts That Will Blow Your Mind - Fact Animal 

 

 

Ketch-Up Day

 

I hope this post finds you well.  

On our end, the grand is at St. Judes and scheduled for surgery today. All positive energy, thoughts and prayers appreciated.

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As previously mentioned, I use AI a lot as far as research,  problem solving, blurbs and informational posts. I asked Co. Pilot if AI would replace writers, curious what the AI response would be.

The response: 

A1  is to assist, not create. "It can help brainstorm, edit or even draft--but it can't originate soul.

"A1 might flood the market with content. But storytelling--real storytelling--will always need a heart behind it."  

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It's Veterans Day 

 

 

Weekend Wishes

 

IWSG Wednesday And Did You Know Thursday

 

The first Wednesday of every month is officially IWSG day. IWSG was formed by Ninja Captain Alex Cavanaugh. Members post about their doubts and fears, discuss struggles and triumphs, and offer words of encouragement to others who are struggling.

 

Twitter handle: @TheIWSG  

Hashtag: #IWSG 

Let’s rock the neurotic writing world!

Our Twitter handle is @TheIWSG and hashtag is #IWSG.

The awesome co-hosts for the

November 5 posting of the IWSG are Jennifer Lane, Jenni Enzor, Renee Scattergood, Rebecca Douglass, Lynn Bradshaw, and Melissa Maygrove!

Every month, we announce a question that members can answer in their IWSG post. These questions may prompt you to share advice, insight, a personal experience or story. Include your answer to the question in your IWSG post or let it inspire your post if you are struggling with something to say. 

Remember, the question is optional

November 5 question - When you began writing, what did you imagine your life as a writer would be like? Were you right, or has this experience presented you with some surprises along the way?

One thing my writing journey has brought me is friends that I would probably never have made if I hadn't been writing.  These friendships are, and will continue to be, invaluable.  I'm not sure anyone else besides another writer can truly understand the highs and lows that is involved.  For the friendships I've been blessed with, I'm thankful:)

*Writing takes many forms: novels, reviews, shorts, poetry, journaling and blogging. 

 October/November Reviews in no particular order.

* Disclaimer. If I run into an occasional typo, I ignore them and don't factor them into my review.

 

BEYOND THE FETTERS by Balroop Singh

BEYOND THE FETTERS tells the story of Earthy and Dolly’s friendship and what they and the average female had to endure in India in the 1960s from childhood on. While the story and characters are fictional, there is a lot of factional information on society’s norms in India and the fetters put on the female sex—and how these two women eventually broke free. Kudos to the author for telling a story that needed to be told.

Available at Amazon 

 

 

 

THE DIAMOND JACK by Mae Clair

In THE DIAMOND JACK, Mae Clair once again shows her prowess as an author.

Shey Lafferty, a young man with a reputation, falls for the new school marm, Leah Holt, who is eight years his senior.  If the age difference and his reputation aren’t enough of an obstacle, danger raises its ugly head when Monk Sunday comes to town. An hombre who’s a threat to not only Shey, but nearly everyone Shey loves.

Now Shey must not simply prove himself to Leah, but keep those he cares about safe from a sinister hombre.

In this compelling tale, the author weaves a story involving both romance and danger with the Old West as backdrop. The read is visual, allowing the reader to slip effortlessly into the story. The world-building is spot on and the characters are well-developed. So, grab your beverage of choice and settle in.

THE DIAMOND JACK is a definite recommend for those who love western romance.

Available at Amazon 

 

ABRAHAM LINCOLN: America’s 16^th President by Steven Otfinoski

I grew up near Springfield and New Salem, so I was anxious to read this particular book. Like the rest of the series, it hits interesting highlights of the president. There's always something in these books that I find particularly enlightening. In ABRAHAM LINCOLN: 16th President it was learning that Mr. Lincoln's son Robert not only lost his father to an assassin's bullet but had been nearby when Garfield and McKinley were killed as well. After that, he got out of politics and concentrated on business at which he was quite successful.

Available at  Amazon

 

*I’ve also been doing a lot of J.D. Robb/Nora Robert’s rereads😊 I’ve reread the first eight in J.D. Robb’s Death series.  Highly recommended for readers who love a mash of sci-fi, suspense and romance with heat. And writing under her Nora Robert’s moniker I’ve been rereading THE THREE SISTERS ISLAND TRILOGY great for readers of paranormal romance and romantic suspense, again with heat.

 

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Did you know, Truman Capote wrote BREAKFAST AT TIFFANY'S?  I blush to admit I didn't.

For more information: Wikipedia      

 

 

Ketch-Up Day

 

Whacha been up to while I was playing ketch-up?  We finally got to see the Grands and, of course, thoroughly enjoyed them.  We especially wanted to see the youngest before he has his surgery at St. Judes. I loathe the fact that he needs the surgery, but I am so relieved that he will be having it there. It's a delicate procedure and one the surgeon specializes in.

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I had a mammogram the other day and as I left, they gave me a silk rose.  

 

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It's after Halloween but I got such a kick out of these pics that I wanted to share. One is my sister and one is my SIL.

 

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 In our area, it's local elections and yes we voted (early).

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It's also

 

And on that sweet note, I'm going to leave you...at least until tomorrow;)