Category Archives: Life in Motion

The Down Week, Football and New Years Eve

Life in Motion

So typically the week between Christmas and New Years is the down week. People are on vacation, most of the publishing world is definitely on vacation, and its quiet out there.

Now me, I’m working. I have revisions due on a book soon, but it’s nice to have the quiet time to work on it. I’m not on vacation, sadly. Are any of you on vacation, and if you are, what are you doing this week? Let me live vicariously through you.

But all this week is BCS Bowl Week, which if you’re a fan of college football you know what I’m talking about. Every night we’ve been watching the bowl games. Since we’re Oklahoma Sooners fans, we’re rooting for the Big 12 teams this week (so far the Big 12 is 1-2…not a great showing, but there’s still hope since there are more games to be played.)

And of course tomorrow is New Years Eve. We’re not big partiers. We’ll go out to dinner–early to avoid the crowds and the drunks, then head home to–you guessed it–watch football!

And on New Years Day, this should come as no surprise to any of you, but we’ll be watching football.

Anyone have big New Years Eve plans?

Happy Aftermath!

Books, Upcoming Releases, Life in Motion

I hope you all had a wonderful Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa or in whatever way you celebrate!

We had a great Christmas here. And now I’m glad it’s over. As is my tradition, I took down all the decorations the day after Christmas, put them all away and put my house back to normal again. By this time of year I am so over the holiday I don’t even want to see anything red and green again for another year. But hey, the presents were nice! Heh.

My best gifts were framed photos of family sent by both my boys. They’re already up on the wall of family photos in my living room. I miss the kids (the grown ones and the little ones) a lot, so having photos always helps keep them close. And with us in Oklahoma and both boys and their families out in California, photos and videos are the best gifts ever. Fortunately college girl spent Christmas Day with us and we enjoyed having her around. She’s usually at school or busy working or with her social life when she is home, so having a day with her was extra special.

Now I’m back to work on revisions for HEART OF A KILLER. My MIRA editor sent me an extra special gift right before Christmas–a sneak peek at the cover for the book. It’s so awesome. I can’t wait to share it with you! But first I have to get back to work and finish the book!

Share any special gifts you received. Did anyone get e-readers for Christmas?

Giving Thanks

Life in Motion

I know many of you here in the US will be hitting the road today or are busy in preparations for tomorrow’s Thanksgiving holiday.

If you’re traveling, stay safe.

I hope you all enjoy the company of your family and friends.

And whether you’re celebrating Thanksgiving this week or not, this is my week to give thanks. Thank you for being a part of my life, for hanging here with me, for reading my books. I’m so grateful for all of you.

Happy Thanksgiving!