I've been away this week planning a surprise party that's supposed to be a 'surprise' tomorrow. One of those milestone birthday thingies.
And no, he doesn't read this blog so no worries.
Thus far, nothing is cooperating, not even the weather. Hopefully the invited out-of-town guests will be able to arrive safely.
It seems the only thing still functioning correctly is my sense of humor. Everytime something gets screwed up, all I can do is laugh. At this point, what else is there?
You know, I keep thinking things will get back to normal, and I'll be able to blog in a more predictable fashion. Thus far it hasn't happened. Omg, what if this is normal??
Hope all of you have a terrific weekend.
Friday, January 21, 2011
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Tuesday, January 11, 2011
Winter Wondering
Working out in the snow, in places that aren't normally snow covered has led me to wonder about a few things.
1. Why is it, when the roads are dry, but there are snow flakes falling from the sky, do people drive twenty miles an hour under the speed limit?
2. Why is it, when the roads are not only covered in snow, but also a layer of ice, do some (not all) people in SUV's believe they can stop on a dime?
3. And last, but by no means least, why do people wait until they are right in the middle of an icy bridge to hit their brakes?
It's ugly out there folks, travel safe.
1. Why is it, when the roads are dry, but there are snow flakes falling from the sky, do people drive twenty miles an hour under the speed limit?
2. Why is it, when the roads are not only covered in snow, but also a layer of ice, do some (not all) people in SUV's believe they can stop on a dime?
3. And last, but by no means least, why do people wait until they are right in the middle of an icy bridge to hit their brakes?
It's ugly out there folks, travel safe.
Friday, January 7, 2011
Books Are For Reading
Caught this article in yesterday's PW. Books For Decoration.
While I totally understand the concept, it's very sad for those people who are missing out on something the rest of us thoroughly enjoy. Something we are incredibly passionate about. Books.
One would hope that these people actually do read, and have real books stashed somewhere. On their ereader or iPad perhaps? Imagine missing out on the comfort you get from stacks and stacks of books you've read and enjoyed.
How many hours have we spent, transported to another world, another life, by someone's words. Haven't you felt the thrill of sharing one of your favorite books with a friend. Or recommending one to someone because it gave you hours of pleaure? Words have power all their own.
Have a lovely weekend everyone!
While I totally understand the concept, it's very sad for those people who are missing out on something the rest of us thoroughly enjoy. Something we are incredibly passionate about. Books.
One would hope that these people actually do read, and have real books stashed somewhere. On their ereader or iPad perhaps? Imagine missing out on the comfort you get from stacks and stacks of books you've read and enjoyed.
How many hours have we spent, transported to another world, another life, by someone's words. Haven't you felt the thrill of sharing one of your favorite books with a friend. Or recommending one to someone because it gave you hours of pleaure? Words have power all their own.
Have a lovely weekend everyone!
Thursday, January 6, 2011
Friends, Followers, and Other Stalkers
Enjoying my first cup of coffee this morning, I perused the recent posts of blogs I follow. As I read one of my pal’s posts about ‘unfollowing’ someone, I thanked goodness that I’d at least posted this week so she wouldn’t be using that term for me. At least not yet. But it did make me wonder, why do we follow people?
Continuing the morning ritual, I checked my facebook page for requests, and discovered I received two from people I didn’t know, and one from an old high school friend, which brightened the day. While there, I sent two friend requests and ‘liked’ an author whose book I recently finished and enjoyed. At the same time became irritated because there is someone on my list who posts every single day about her book being for sale. Grrr. If I buy it, will she go away and leave me alone??? But couldn’t bring myself to unfriend her, just yet. After all, she’s doing more marketing than I am at the moment, and I do applaud her for it, so for now we’re even.
I love to follow my friends and fellow authors because I feel it keeps me connected and I have a way of knowing what’s going on in their lives. I follow or friend them everywhere I can. I do it to authors whose work I enjoy as a way of supporting them. So here’s the truth of the matter. It makes me feel good. If you knew me, you’d know anything that makes people ‘feeeeeel’ good makes my eye twitch.
But strangely enough it does. It’s become more than marketing, as I find myself invested in things that are going on in others people’s lives, some of whom I don’t even know except by their avatar. When I read they’ve signed a new contract or something else good, it brightens my day.
So, I’m curious. Why do you follow, friend and tweet? And over time, has the way you feel about it changed?
Continuing the morning ritual, I checked my facebook page for requests, and discovered I received two from people I didn’t know, and one from an old high school friend, which brightened the day. While there, I sent two friend requests and ‘liked’ an author whose book I recently finished and enjoyed. At the same time became irritated because there is someone on my list who posts every single day about her book being for sale. Grrr. If I buy it, will she go away and leave me alone??? But couldn’t bring myself to unfriend her, just yet. After all, she’s doing more marketing than I am at the moment, and I do applaud her for it, so for now we’re even.
I love to follow my friends and fellow authors because I feel it keeps me connected and I have a way of knowing what’s going on in their lives. I follow or friend them everywhere I can. I do it to authors whose work I enjoy as a way of supporting them. So here’s the truth of the matter. It makes me feel good. If you knew me, you’d know anything that makes people ‘feeeeeel’ good makes my eye twitch.
But strangely enough it does. It’s become more than marketing, as I find myself invested in things that are going on in others people’s lives, some of whom I don’t even know except by their avatar. When I read they’ve signed a new contract or something else good, it brightens my day.
So, I’m curious. Why do you follow, friend and tweet? And over time, has the way you feel about it changed?
Monday, January 3, 2011
New Beginnings
After all the holiday hoopla, don’t you love the moment you walk into the living room, or where ever, and everything is clean and neat? No greenery, ornaments, tinsel, etc. Just furniture and what usually passes for normal. When you’ve just vacuumed, dusted, and before the mail starts piling up. Nothing but unimpeded space. A place of possibilities, where anything can happen.
Um, that’s not quite true of the Fox household yet, but by the end of the week, maybe. lol.
I love this part of the New Year. Not really a resolutions girl, simply because I like to break rules and the temptation is just too much. But I do get that clean slate feeling. Even though there are things on my plate needing finishing from last year, at this point, I feel renewed. Invigorated. Like this is the year I’ll make it happen. When I figure out exactly what ‘it’ is, I’ll let you know.
Until then, here’s wishing each of you, a year of boundless possibilities, love that will make your heart overflow, and dreams that do come true.
Um, that’s not quite true of the Fox household yet, but by the end of the week, maybe. lol.
I love this part of the New Year. Not really a resolutions girl, simply because I like to break rules and the temptation is just too much. But I do get that clean slate feeling. Even though there are things on my plate needing finishing from last year, at this point, I feel renewed. Invigorated. Like this is the year I’ll make it happen. When I figure out exactly what ‘it’ is, I’ll let you know.
Until then, here’s wishing each of you, a year of boundless possibilities, love that will make your heart overflow, and dreams that do come true.
Wednesday, December 15, 2010
Twelve Days of Christmas Fun!
Hey ya. In case you haven't noticed the spiffy trailer posted, ahem, (it's on the right). Today is day ten, and yours truly is featured over at Sandra Sookoo's blog.
Come over and join the fun!
Come over and join the fun!
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