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Day Two of The Blog Tour_Te's Blog

Yesterday, was the official release day of "Is The Grass Really Greener?" Thank you to everyone who came out and supported me, making my first tour a wonderful experience. We had a blast at the FB Launch Party.

As we continue to launch "Is the Grass Really Greener?,"  join me today at Te's Blog, the second stop on the blog tour.

SCHEDULE:

Tuesday, 9/3/13 - 4covert2overt
Wednesday, 9/4/13 - It's Me Te`
Thursday, 9/5/13 - The Bridges of Death
Monday, 9/9/13 - Sarah Butland
Wednesday, 9/11/13 - Sister Scribbler
Thursday, 9/12/13 - Magical Mystical Mimi
Wednesday, 9/18/13 - Zee Monodee
Thursday, 9/19/13 - M. J. Kane


Join me for the photo contest for the novel "Is the Grass Really Greener?" Visit the link for details.


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JUST WRITING MY DREAMS,
By: C. Michelle Ramsey
www.cmichelleramsey.com

IS THE GRASS REALLY GREENER?_BOOK LAUNCH VIRTUAL TOUR

We've made it! Today is the official release day for "Is the Grass Really Greener." Join us for giveaways and contests, as we launch. Visit me at today's first stop on the blog tour. See below for the link:

SCHEDULE:

Tuesday, 9/3/13 - 4covert2overt
Wednesday, 9/4/13 - It's Me Te`
Thursday, 9/5/13 - The Bridges of Death
Friday, 9/6/13 - Simply Mayra
Monday, 9/9/13 - Sarah Butland
Wednesday, 9/11/13 - Sister Scribbler
Thursday, 9/12/13 - Magical Mystical Mimi
Wednesday, 9/18/13 - Zee Monodee
Thursday, 9/19/13 - M. J. Kane


Also join me on Facebook today for the official online launch party @ Author C Michelle Ramsey.


We also have a photo contest going on for the novel "Is the Grass Really Greener?" Visit for details.


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JUST WRITING MY DREAMS,
By: C. Michelle Ramsey
www.cmichelleramsey.com

MOTIVATIONAL MONDAY MOMENT_HAPPY LABOR DAY

 "All labor that uplifts humanity has dignity and importance and should be undertaken with painstaking excellence."- Martin Luther King Jr.



May your Labor Day be filled with joy and blessings, and may you be a blessing to others this Labor Day.

TOMORROW IS THE LAUNCHING OF THE NEW BOOK: "IS THE GRASS REALLY GREENER?" PLEASE JOIN ME FOR CONTESTS AND GIVEAWAYS ON MY BLOG TOUR.


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JUST WRITING MY DREAMS,By: C. Michelle Ramseywww.cmichelleramsey.com

MEN SPEAK_RANDOM RAMBLINGS

Quite often my husband and I have discussions about our differing perspectives as male and female. We often discuss how we viewed the opposite gender before marriage, and how some of our single friends and family members view the opposite gender now. Just last Friday, we began to have a conversation about women describing men, as opposed to a man describing a man. The conversation went something like this:

ME: Well if I were setting my friend up with a man, I might say he's about 6'1, dark-skinned, slanted, dark brown eyes, with a broad nose. His hair is wavy and he keeps it cut low. He has broad shoulders and a massive chest, and he's muscular. Oh yeah, did I mention he has dimples?
HIM: Why does a woman ask a man to describe another dude if he's hooking the two of them up? I might say something like, he looks like he eats rocks.
ME: That doesn't tell me anything, you guys could say, 'He looks like Denzel,' or 'He looks like Biggie Smalls'. That tells me if I need to stay or run.
HIM: Well, he said that he 'loves it when you call me Big Poppa.'

Other ways that the male and female conversation differs:

Average woman's idea of romance:

Surprise me on a normal day, when it isn't Valentine's Day, or my birthday. Pop up at my job, and take me out to lunch; or bring me a gift to my job, totally unexpected (something that my husband did in our early years). Or, serve me dinner on the back deck with candles underneath the stars, with soft jazz playing in the background. Surprise, surprise, surprise...that's what it's all about for me. And I must say, my husband does understand that about me.

Average man's idea of romance:

How many different ways can I hit that. Flip her this way, turn her that way, twist her this way, and bounce it that way. Now this isn't all men because some men, define it as him and his girl together, just vibing and sharing that same zone and appreciating the moment together.

Women's idea of friendship:

Discussions with their girlfriends about their lives, sharing secrets, shopping and lunching together, and emotional support. Your girl understands when you're in your fierce diva mood, versus your emotional wreck, because he broke your heart mood.

Men's idea of friendship:

Just being cool together, kicking it and keeping it real with one another. They don't turn their backs on one another, and willing to take a risk that the person will be upset with you when you offer real advice. They believe that one another will see the truth through the advice.

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JUST WRITING MY DREAMS,By: C. Michelle Ramseywww.cmichelleramsey.com

THROWBACK THURSDAY_THE YEAR OF GREAT MUSIC!

I faithfully kissed this album goodnight every night at the age of 12.

The year was 1985.  I mostly remember the great music I was exposed to. I'll just let you reminisce and enjoy the experience.



SPORTS TALK:

World Series Champs: Kansas City RoyalsSuperbowl XIX Champs: San Francisco 49ersNBA Champs: Los Angeles Lakers

NEWS & BLUES:


Tommy Hilfiger started selling his own clothing lineThe Titanic was found 370 miles from Newfoundland"Project Kansas" secretly tested a new formula for Coke, and Coke was replaced with "New Coke." Sales bombed for 3 months before bringing Classic Coke back. General Hospital was interrupted by Peter Jennings announcing Coke Classic was back!



POPULAR CHRISTMAS GIFTS:


Swatch WatchesCare BearsMy BuddyShe-Ra Princess of Action figurePound PuppiesTeddy RuxpinSuper Mario Brothers Game

MOST POPULAR TV SHOWS:
The Cosby ShowFamily TiesMurder She Wrote60 MinutesCheersDallasDynastyThe Golden GirlsMiami ViceWho's the Boss?
MOST POPULAR MOVIES:

The Breakfast ClubBack to the FutureThe GooniesCommandoWeird ScienceSt. Elmo's FireClueLegendThe Color PurpleWitness

20 MOST POPULAR SONGS (not in any particular order, just songs I loved):

Cool It Now - New Edition (This was my personal #1...I just knew I would marry Ralph Tresvant; but then I met the Marvelous Mr. "Professor X")Crazy For You - MadonnaEverybody Wants To Rule The World - Tears for FearsEvery Time You Go Away - Paul YoungCareless Whisper - WhamI Want To Know What Love Is - ForeignerI Feel For You - Chaka KhanPenny Lover - Lionel RichieWho's Zoomin Who - Aretha FranklinPrivate Dancer - Tina TurnerCherish - Kool & The GangWe Are The World - USA For AfricaShout - Tears for FearsSaving All My Love For You - Whitney HoustonLike A Virgin - MadonnaOh Shelia - Ready For The WorldSmooth Operator - SadeMaterial Girl - MadonnaWake Me Up Before You Go-Go - WhamBorn In the USA - Bruce Springsteen

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JUST WRITING MY DREAMSBy: C. Michelle Ramseywww.cmichelleramsey.com

BOOK SPOTLIGHT_PHOTO CONTEST_GET THE WORD OUT

We are exactly seven days away from the official release of, "Is The Grass Really Greener?" Some of you have told me you felt like you know the characters, via the excerpts, blog takeovers, and book trailer. I shared the link on last week for pre-orders on Kobo. This week, it's time to ask for your assistance on spreading the word, with a little fun.

It's a photo contest. And it's really simple, I want to "SEE" your perspective on the grass being greener on the other side of the fence. Whether it be relationships, careers, homes, cars, or whatever your idea of the "good life" is, I want to see it. Take the most creative picture you can think of, make sure to include a visible sign or post in the picture that poses the question "Is the Grass Really Greener?"

The most creative pictures uploaded to my Author page on Facebook will receive the following:

First Place Winner - Free $25 Visa Gift Card & an ebook/pdf copy of all three of my books.Second Place Winner - An ebook/pdf copy of all three of my books.Third Place Winner - An ebook/pdf copy of "Is the Grass Really Greener?"Simply visit this link to enter the contest and see the rules. So come on and help get the word out!

GET THE WORD OUT PHOTO CONTEST

Good Luck, and thanks for your participation!


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JUST WRITING MY DREAMS,By: C. Michelle Ramseywww.cmichelleramsey.com

MONDAY MOTIVATIONAL MOMENT_STEPS TO SUCCESS

  Jason Paris, 2009, Flickr “Deeds not Words” via Bernord Hor
We all have dreams, goals, and desires for our lives. We discuss it, we write them down, we pray on them, we dream about them, and we talk about them some more. Sometimes we become so obsessed with our goals and dreams, that we talk about them to no end. Then when we do not see ourselves progressing towards that goal, or realizing the dream, we wonder why? What happened? What did we miss, and when will it be our turn?

What we failed to realize is that we have spent so much time obsessing over these goals, dreams, and desires that we did not spend time working towards them. We did not put our thoughts into action, or take the steps towards accomplishing them.

Whatever your dream is, it starts with acknowledging it with your mind, heart, and soul. You must own it, embrace it, and realize this is who you are. Then start speaking it out loud, and claiming it as though it were fact. Speak that dream as though it's already a reality. For instance, if you have not published your first book, but you believe you will, thank God for allowing you to be an author. Thank Him for allowing you to touch your readers with your gifts. If you're seeking a new promotion or job, thank Him for the new position that you believe He is going to bless you with.Research what it will take to accomplish your dream, or goal. Then equip yourself with the resources you need to start moving towards that goal.Put into action those steps that will move you towards your goal, or realizing your dream.For my future authors, make it a goal to write daily. It doesn't have to be an entire chapter in your manuscript. But it can be a poem, a blog post, notes about a story idea, your feelings over a given situation, or an outline for a story. Write something...even if it's just notes about something you saw when you were out and about. It can go a long way towards loosening up that creativity inside that's dying to get out.

Whatever your goal or dream may be, take steps to making it a reality. Don't just talk about it, be about it.

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JUST WRITING MY DREAMS, By: C. Michelle Ramsey www.cmichelleramsey.com

AND THE JOURNEY CONTINUES...

Hey glad you stopped by,

So the learning process continues. I am going the self-publishing route now, after a year of frustration with the upstart publishing company I was with. We couldn't adequately track our sales, customer service was non-existent, and it took months to resolve the smallest issue. But I went on to publish a second book with them after receiving a free package...
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THROWBACK THURSDAY_SAVANNAH SMILE

"Storm" and Me in Savannah, GA (July 2010)
This week we're taking a short trip back three years ago. The year? July 2010. The purpose?
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BOOK SPOTLIGHT_LISA'S DRESS

Will is reminded of the love he lost when he sees Lisa's wedding gown hanging in their bedroom closet. There's only one way to fix the damage he's caused to his marriage, but is he willing to do it? Can this couple win at making marriage work, proving that they can stay married and love it, or will the result of Will's infidelity and pride cost him the love of his life.
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