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a week in a nutshell – january 2015

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Last weekend I embarked on a cross-country drive to help a friend move to Nebraska. It was a challenging drive since we there were pockets of heavy snow, some ice and rain along the way. Finally we got to her new place, and there was no internet. So I haven’t been able to online. Anyway, it was nice to see other states, or drive through them, just to get an idea of what this country is about. For the next few days I will be helping her decide where her furniture will go, and then I am on my way back to San Francisco. I miss the city, and my day to day there. Until then, here are some photos I took along the way. Not sure if you are interested.  

projecting 2015 for this blogger

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I’ve been tossing around a list of things I’d like to accomplish in 2015; some of them keeping me up at nights worrying and feeling excited. Besides making some changes career wise. I’d also like to focus on travel, building relationships, and maintaining new-found friendships. I have new ideas about my blog. I have dreams about my novels, even a possible move down south is crossing my mind, all of them hopefully to achieve my lifelong dream. Writing is the number one priority in 2015, getting my novels noticed internationally a goal also. I’ve booked up my calendar all the way to December next year with exciting adventures I cannot wait to blog about, and share with all of you. I am enthusiastic, and looking forward to the New Year. Here are some amazing photographs, touched up of course, of all the places I plan to visit next year. Can you guess where they are? Either way, have a happy and safe New Year. {source}

already december and the holidays

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It’s already December. I could ask the question – where has the year gone? But I won’t. I know exactly where it’s gone and how strange of a year it’s been. Truth be told I can’t wait until it’s over. I’m very ready for 2015 and the opportunity to reset my life, and maybe be a little more selfish and focus on my needs over those around me. Until then, I’m keeping inspired with holiday decor, and all things leading to Christmas and the New Year. {source}

online shopping for the holidays: books and more books

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Of course I have to put this out there, on black Friday and beyond for those shopping for gift ideas for her. I have decided to partake in a sale, running through the month of December 2014: My novels Piazza Navona and Nob Hill each at USD7.00 and for both USD12.00 plus tax and shipping –  if you order through my Etsy store. The paperback book(s) come nicely gift wrapped for the holidays. Two things to remember: Order your copies early so you can get them in time for Christmas, and if you are trying to figure out which one to order (if only one) then go with Piazza Navona first – its part I. Also, Amazon.com is offering a sale as well, click here to purchase your e-book versions. For Barnes and Noble Nook, click here  

happy thanksgiving 2014

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{photo source} I’ll be taking a long walk on Thanksgiving Day if the weather permits. I’ll have plenty of time since this year my close family members have plans of their own, keeping all of us from getting together – first time in 30 years. I think I need this walk. It’s long overdue. The kind of walk to help me ponder over everything, mostly reflecting. But if I were asked what I am thankful for on this Thanksgiving day, I have to say, I am thankful for my family, thankful we are as healthy as we can be, and as happy as we aimed to be, and that no matter what keeps us apart, we are all striving to better our lives and ourselves…for that I am very grateful.

open for business: atelier300-etsy

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Just in time for Christmas I’ve released four photographs I’ve taken while traveling through Europe. They’ve been enhanced by me mostly as a result of how I defined each photograph. They are available through my Etsy store for purchase, and if you plan to give any of them as a gift for the holidays, be sure to order them no later than December 10th.