Friday, March 16, 2012

Spring, new do and picture book.

Another spring in the desert for me. It has been in the 80's this week and now this weekend we are told cold and rain. All I can say is I am not happy its hot so early. 
I am trying to find out which program I will use for the Coffee Table book of WWII pictures my dad took. Now that is a mouth full. I have how I want them. I printed them out and set them in order. It is time consuming to do. I wish I knew the order they were taken in. I was just given a plastic sandwich bag full of film strips rolled up with paperclips and rubber bands. The film had been stored in damp areas, hot attics and so the paperclips rusted and the rubber bands melted. I found a place in Sun City Az. to put the pictures on a CD. They got them all on a CD. They did every picture even the half bits of pictures. That was 10 years ago. I had no idea what to do with the pictures until my son said a book. So if you know any WWII fans who can steer me to blogs who would like to feature it let me know.
I also want to take time to thank my friends. Your support, love and games have helped me not think about my neck. You are all wonderful beyond words. No word yet as to why I still feel like I am choking. CT scan Dr said I can see the lump, that was before the scan. OH well. Thanks for the Love!
So now back to work for me I have the book I am working on sadly mostly in my head planned out. I need mundane things to stop interfering with my work. One good thing I had my hair done and feel Fab! My son took the picture quick.
What are you doing?

Thursday, February 23, 2012

Loads of Photos, blogs I have missed.

I haven't had the time to read all the blogs I enjoy. The few I did were all good fun. Chicks That dig Sports, Dime Store Novels and Pepi's work. I read Aunt Francy's last blog too. I just could not get to all of the blogs. I will catch up someday.
I have been going through over 300 photos my Dad took. I have no idea who some of these people are. I did ask a friend of his he said he didn't know them either.  So what to do with these photos? I am debating as to putting them in the picture book. Many of the pictures are double exposure so they have cool look to them. I have identified all the aircraft and landmarks thanks to the Pima Air Museum. I am no expert on WWII but I understand the pictures are something WWII buff's will love. Now to title the book. Any suggestions welcome and you get credit for it!
Having finished my outline for a book too. It seems a bit long for just one story. My son says just write and we will see.
As for my health, I am feeling better. Still have a lump on my throat and feel off. I find out next week I hope why. 
So tell me what are your favorite blogs and why?







Thursday, February 9, 2012

Sending out Love

Its February and a month of love at my house, son's Birthday, Anniversary and lets not forget Valentine's Day. I think its good to tell the people you love you do love them. I do daily. The people who you know and are grateful are in your life tell them as well. 
If asked what I would want as gifts for any occasion I say books. I have over 2000 books in my house. Nope, don't want to sell or give them away. I have many books by Indie writers as well. Now if you want to read some very well written works try an Indie writer. Yes, a few may be some not your cup of tea but you can find about anything. I also suggest you leave a nice review on Amazon, createspace or smashwords if you like the story. If not let it pass. Being hateful serves no purpose.
I am working on picture book now from photos my Dad took at the end of WWII. I have posted a few on my tumblr account. Many of the photo's have been damaged by the way he storied them. I can't tell you how many times I ask him to not use paperclips in negatives! I lost a few too because he used rubber-bands that melted on the negatives. He was not a great photographer even if he thought he was. He used gun film which many of the pictures have double exposures on them. Ghosts of aircraft on people. I will include those too.
All of you, I am sending you lots of love and saying thank you so much for your kindness and support. You are all the best. So go get books for gifts they last longer than Chocolate but reading and Chocolate do go together! 
My health I get a biopsy on the lump in my neck the 22nd. I still feel like I am choking all the time. Yes, I am scared and hate being on hold. The lump wasn't removed it seems. One Doctor will get an earful. I will be OK in time. Thanks for the caring it means the world to me. I am sending you all big HUGS!
So what do you give on Valentine's Day?
                        ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

Wednesday, January 18, 2012

Censorship and Banning Art

This is the twenty-first century and its time we all respect each other. So you may not always agree with someones opinion. So do we ban all books we find disagreeable with our thoughts or morals? What about a piece of art you may not like? How about the facts in history we find uncomfortable? So do censor them all? After all you may be offend by something. I don't always agree with everyone but they have a right to an opinion, I mine and you yours. We should support each others right to write, paint, lifestyles and photographs. 
Let us all accept each other as we are. No, you don't have to read or look at things that you don't agree with. But defend the rights of others to. I write about ghosts and things that go bump in the night and things that may not be. Many don't believe in these things thats Ok. 
Please do not censor my books or anyones book of fiction. I am a lucky person and know many wonderful writers and I would never want any of their books banned because someone finds it offensive. So ask your self do you want someone to tell you what to read, look at or how you should live? If it's no then don't let them censor the internet. A friend said to me "Draconian measures are not the answers." Nicely said.
I am resting and recovering from emergency surgery last week on my neck. So when you don't see me please know I am trying to get better quick. To all who knew and have been sending me love and games thank you, love you all. I will tweet more tomorrow.
So what books have you loaded up on your e-readers? Do tell me.
Cheers.

Saturday, January 7, 2012

It's a New Year!

The holidays are over and the ornaments are put away the new toys are tossed aside. Not all the new toys tossed aside. I have noticed many new e-readers, nooks, kindles and IPads in hands. These are being loved and pampered like a pet. I too am guilty of that. Who doesn't love the something light weight to read. 
So if you got one and some lovely books loaded on it give the writer a check you liked it and a nice review. I am still loading my IPad my son gave me. It is pretty, new and so clear. 
I hope this New Year find you healthy and a life full of joy and wonderful new things to read. Cheers!
What do you have loaded on yours?

Tuesday, December 27, 2011

Happy New Year

I want to wish all a Healthy and Happy New Year. Along with your travels this year take a few good books to read. Please take mine and a few of my friends along too. This year will bring many new changes for us all, it does every year. Take care and remember to be grateful for the small things as well as the large. So New Year's  Eve go have some fun make plans and keep them for those plans are your dreams.
Happy New Year from me and Princess. Yes, grammar police come attack!
                                                               Cheers!


Monday, December 19, 2011

Happy Holidays.


May this holiday season bring you joy and lots of good reading. You can still fill all the e-readers and stockings with books from Indie writers. Many to choose from. Thank you for the Holiday Love to Princess and myself. I am glad you enjoyed Haunted Bedtime Stories and please pass it on to others.


HI!
So what books are you putting under the tree?