Hey, everyone! Did you have a good week? I did. My husband was asked to speak at the Missouri Juvenile Justice Association Conference in St. Louis this week. If you’re a “follower” on my Facebook page, I’m sure you saw the pictures. Because as soon as I heard “two free days in St. Louis,” I jumped in the car. I’ve never actually seen my husband in a suit before – a tux four times (3 weddings and prom), but never a suit! So handsome! We went to the St. Louis Cardinals’ game Wednesday night. The Cardinals hit two home runs that both landed within about 30 feet of us. (See how close we were to the foul pole?!) I had a great view while I worked on Hand-Me-Down Princess and wrote nearly 9000 words! Between that and what I wrote today (Saturday) puts me over half done!
My view while I worked (and Imo’s Pizza for lunch!)
On our way home, we stopped at an army surplus store and bought me a new poncho liner blanket. They are the best blankets in the entire world. See, Matt’s best friend stayed with us when we lived in our apartment (so sometime between May 1997 and August 1999). I told him I was going to hide his and he told me it had belonged to his father, but left me another one instead. Matt started using it not too long after that and I haven’t really used it since. About 5-6 years ago, Matt bought me a desert camo one. About 4 years ago, my oldest daughter was having a bad bout of sunburn or eczema or something and it was the only thing she could use that didn’t irritate her. I haven’t used that one since. So, Friday, we bought me a new (used) green one (the only color they had). I made my daughter trade me so I could have my desert one back again. We also had a long conversation about how all three of them ARE TECHNICALLY MINE!!!! :D I’m just glad to have it back!
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Last week
Monday, Valerie Comer talked about different types of heroes.
Heidi McCahan was here Tuesday talking about the hero of her upcoming novella Love Flies In, part of the Splash! 9 Refreshing, Faith Filled Romances.
On Wednesday, Merrilee Whren talked about National Bike Month.
Heather Gray talked about why she’s a Christian author on Thursday.
JoAnn Durgin welcomed guest blogger Christina Coryell on Friday.
Saturday, Staci Stallings talked about life lessons.
Coming Up
My handsome hubby before his presentation
Monday: Sally Bradley
Tuesday: Deb Kastner
Wednesday: Narelle Atkins
Thursday: Marion Ueckermann
Friday: Carol Moncado
Satureday: Belle Calhoune
News & Notes
NEW RELEASES
June 2015
A Pinch of Promise (Taste of Romance 2) by Elizabeth Maddrey
Splash! BOX SET by Narelle Atkins, Valerie Comer, Autumn Macarthur, Heidi McCahan, Lesley Ann McDaniel, Carol Moncado, Lynette Sowell, Jan Thompson, and Marion Ueckermann is now available for pre-order at 99¢.
May 2015
The best blankets EVER
Seaside Proposal by Narelle Atkins
The Marine’s Baby & His Texas Bride (Love Inspired Classics) by Deb Kastner
Summer of Love BOX SET by Leah Atwood, Valerie Comer, JoAnn Durgin, Kimberly Rae Jordan, Lee Tobin McClain, and Staci Stallings (May 19)
NEWS & AWARDS
Kept by Sally Bradley has won the Grace Award, a reader-driven award, for best romance published in 2014.
Sweetened with Honey by Valerie Comer has been shortlisted in the 2015 The Word Guild Awards.
Splash! BOX SET by Narelle Atkins, Valerie Comer, Autumn Macarthur, Heidi McCahan, Lesley Ann McDaniel, Carol Moncado, Lynette Sowell, Jan Thompson, and Marion Ueckermann is now available for pre-order at 99¢.
Summer of Love BOX SET by Leah Atwood, Valerie Comer, JoAnn Durgin, Kimberly Rae Jordan, Lee Tobin McClain, and Staci Stallings is now available for pre-order at 99¢.
Love Brings Us Home BOX SET by Hallee Bridgeman, Valerie Comer, JoAnn Durgin, Kimberly Rae Jordan, Staci Stallings, Lynette Sowell, and Debra Ullrick is on sale for 99¢.
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Raspberries and Vinegar (A Farm Fresh Romance 1) by Valerie Comer
The Wedding List (Love in Store 1) by Autumn Macarthur
To Protect and Serve (Courage 1) by Staci Stallings
His Baby Bond (Sacred Bond 1) by Lee Tobin McClain
Greater than Rubies (Jewel Series 2) by Hallee Bridgeman
AUDIOBOOKS
Raspberries and Vinegar by Valerie Comer
When she's not writing about her imaginary friends, Carol Moncado is hanging out with her husband and four kids in the big yard of their southwest Missouri home, teaching American Government at a community college, reading, or watching NCIS. She's a member of ACFW and RWA, President and founding member for the MozArks ACFW group, and a category coordinator for ACFW's First Impressions.
Good Sunday to you, Carol! Sounds like you had a great time in St. Lois and got some good writing time in :-) And that pizza in the window, looks like a really great lunch! The ball game would be a lot of fun, my family (aunts & uncles) are huge Cardinals fans so to see a game would be awesome! Looks like a fantastic time had by all.
I’ve never even heard of a poncho liner blanket. But since I’ve never shopped at a military surplus store, I guess I have a good excuse :-) They do look super comfy and warm. Glad your daughter was able to use it even though she was miserable. Poor girl!
I enjoyed the pictures you posted of your trip. Always fun to explore somewhere new with someone through them. I grew up in Illinois, but I’ve never been to St. Lois. I’ve seen lots of pictures and I think one day, I’d love to go see the famous arch.
As always, I’ve enjoyed this last weeks post and looking forward to the next weeks. I do enjoy each post and always find something reverent, encouraging or just enjoy a good laugh. Blessings on the new week to you and yours, Carol!
Oops, I just saw my typo….that should read relevant NOT reverent….hahaha!!