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I hope all of you are enjoying your week!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Still Mailing Book Bundles!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Thanks to all of you for your patience! In last week’s newsletter, I mentioned that I was catching up with mailing out the\u00a0Christmas Romance Book Bundles<\/a>! I’m almost caught up. I still have a few that I need to wrap and send out. For those who are wondering, it’s not too late to order a\u00a0Christmas Book Bundle<\/a>! The books make great reading any time of the year! Order extra sets to gift to friends and family! It’s best to do this now before the price goes up!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Picnic in the Park<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Have you gone on any picnics this summer? If so, what did you pack to eat? Did you pack your food in a picnic basket?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Most of you probably know that I enjoy writing about food. In The Blacksmith’s Bride<\/a> the hero and heroine (Benjamin and Francine) indulge in a picnic in the woods. On their picnic they eat fried chicken, hard boiled eggs, apples, bread, and fried peach hand pies. As I was writing the picnic scene, I wondered how many people nowadays actually go out on a picnic in a park or a wooded area, with only one (or perhaps a few more) people.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

I’m not really referring to a huge cookout\/party type of picnic. I’m talking about something that’s much smaller and more intimate. I also wondered if people owned picnic baskets nowadays! I don’t own one. I believe it’s been decades since I’ve been on a small picnic style gathering with one or a few people.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

So, have you ever been on a small picnic gathering? If so, I’d love to know the details! What did you pack to eat? Did you put your food into a picnic basket?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The picnic scene in The Blacksmith’s Bride<\/a> marks an important turning point in the story! If you want to find out more, then you need to order your copy<\/a> today!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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More Trouble on the Homefront – Bathroom<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Not much happening with our bathroom remodel. We’ve chosen a contractor. We will be meeting with him shortly! This is an interesting experience for us since we’ve never had a full remodel done before!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Errands<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

As mentioned in last week’s newsletter, I can drive now! I’ve been out running errands and getting my life back on track. Here’s a pic of me while I was out at the store last Saturday!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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If you\u2019re reading this newsletter on my blog then you\u2019re probably not signed up for my mailing list<\/a>! When you sign up, you\u2019ll receive BUTTERSCOTCH BLISS, a free e-book! BUTTERSCOTCH BLISS \u2013 the eBook version \u2013 is currently only available when you join my mailing list!<\/strong> After you sign up for my email list<\/a>, a download link will be provided to you for your FREE eBook!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Raquel\u2019s father died when she was a baby \u2013 that\u2019s what she thought\u2026<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

She receives a mysterious phone call \u2013 stating her father is alive and in hospice. He must see her before he dies. Why has her mother lied to her for all these years about her father\u2019s \u201cdeath\u201d?<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

She must rely on Patrick, her ex, to help her to make the trip to see her father during a massive snowstorm. Patrick has his own set of problems \u2013 he never told Raquel the real reason why he abandoned her three years ago.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019ve read, and enjoyed\u00a0BUTTERSCOTCH BLISS<\/a>, consider leaving a short, sweet review on\u00a0AMAZON\u00a0<\/a>and social media!\u00a0As mentioned, currently, the eBook version is only available when you join my\u00a0mailing list<\/a>.\u00a0The paperback version<\/a>\u00a0is available on Amazon and other sales channels!<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Enjoy the rest of your Summer!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Want a nice emotional treat during the last few weeks of summer? Check out my Candy Beach Series<\/a>! These are heartwarming delicious stories that you can read all summer! All are beach themed! Perfect for reading during your summer vacation!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Blacksmith’s Bride<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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As stated previously, I\u2019m still writing The Blacksmith’s Bride<\/a> \u2013 a historical novel set a few years after the Civil War. The Blacksmith\u2019s Bride is the third book in the Romance Bride Series<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

I’m enjoying writing The Blacksmith’s Bride<\/a> as each character goes through an emotional journey of change and faith. Pre-order<\/a> a copy for yourself and a friend!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Writing Services<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

As a reminder, I offer writing-related services. I work with writers who may need help with their fiction. Interested in working with me? Details here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Events<\/strong><\/a>\u200b<\/p>\n\n\n\n

I will be participating in the Eat Local Read Local event at the Cascades Library in Virginia on October 18, 2025. I currently have other events in the works. Once my plans are finalized, I will update you with details!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Our Country!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Remember to keep our country in prayer as all\/some of these changes take place! At times, our country does not run smoothly! Also, remember to pray for all that are suffering in our nation! Be sure to check on your friends and loved ones to be sure they are okay!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Enjoy your day!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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