Well, it’s finally finished! My only gripe? I completely forgot to tell them to install the shower chair. The chair was still sealed up in the cardboard box in which it was delivered! It was in our garage and since I never opened it, it was not included with the other fixtures which I gave them to install. During all of the noise and commotion, I was so fixated on my writing that I simply forgot! Bummer!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Since the project was completed they could not install the chair since they’d have to remove and re-install the tiles! Which would have been an added expense. I have a mobile shower chair that I can use as needed. I’m getting better with standing for longer periods of time so I should be fine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Have you ever forgotten to give a contractor proper instructions? I’d be interested in hearing about it!<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n Here’s some pics of our new bathroom. It’s so neat! We love it!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Voting<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Election day is Tuesday November 4th. We voted early yesterday (Sunday). Don’t forget to vote!<\/p>\n\n\n\n Author Interview<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n I was recently interviewed at Black Fiction Addiction<\/a>. Stop by and read the article if you have time!<\/p>\n\n\n\n The Blacksmith’s Bride<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n I’m so excited about the release of my latest book The Blacksmith’s Bride<\/a>! Both the e-Book and paperback are now available. The Blacksmith’s Bride was #2 on Amazon’s Black and African American Christian Fiction Bestseller’s List. It was #1 for Hot New Releases for Black and African American Christian fiction!<\/p>\n\n\n\n Thanks so much to all of you for your encouragement and support! <\/strong>If you’ve read, and enjoyed, The Blacksmith’s Bride then I highly encourage you to leave a review on Amazon or Goodreads – or wherever you wish!<\/p>\n\n\n\n I’m giving away a book proof for The Blacksmith’s Bride! You must leave a comment on <\/strong><\/em>this blog post<\/strong><\/em><\/a> in order to be entered!<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n This book has taken a bit of time for me to write. Historicals are harder for me because of the research involved. I must be sure that the situations are handled in a plausible manner since the story takes place in the 1800s.<\/p>\n\n\n\n When you read The Blacksmith’s Bride you will reconnect with the main characters from The Baker’s Bride<\/a>. Francine is the heroine in The Blacksmith’s Bride. She was also a secondary character in The Baker’s Bride. You will also see Ruth and Joseph from The Baker’s Bride.<\/p>\n\n\n\n A mute twelve-year-old girl, a former socialite, and a troubled blacksmith\u2026<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n When Francine\u2019s husband is unexpectedly killed, she loses her wealth. A former socialite, she\u2019s now alone and impoverished. She must find a way to make a living when she\u2019s never worked in her entire life. When she collides with the new handsome blacksmith, her entire world changes.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n Twelve-year-old Esther witnessed a double murder. She\u2019s been unable to speak since that painful day. Will she ever find the courage to speak again?<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n Benjamin Jackson has been plagued with guilt since his wife was murdered. He hopes that a new environment might help him and his daughter Esther to deal with their pain. When they relocate to Philadelphia, his life takes an unexpected turn when he encounters beautiful Francine.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n When a traumatic attack occurs, friends must band together and trust in God as they try to overcome evil.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n The Blacksmith\u2019s Bride is a suspenseful story filled with faith, love and courage! Order <\/em>The Blacksmith\u2019s Bride<\/em><\/a> now!<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n Blind Date With A Book!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Have you, or a friend, ever wanted to sample one of my novels, but, was unsure about which one to read? Try Blind Date With a Book<\/a>! You order and I’ll choose!<\/p>\n\n\n\n Enjoy Autumn!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Kick off the fall season with a complete paperback set of The Bakery Romance Series<\/a>. The set would also make a great gift for your reader friends!<\/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><\/p>\n\n\n\n I currently have events in the works. Once my plans are finalized, I will update you with details!<\/p>\n\n\n\n Butterscotch Bliss!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n 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! 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 BUTTERSCOTCH BLISS<\/a>, consider leaving a short, sweet review on AMAZON <\/a>and social media! As mentioned, currently, the eBook version is available for FREE when you join my mailing list<\/a>. The paperback version<\/a> is available on Amazon and other sales channels!<\/em><\/strong><\/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! 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