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OK, I'm driving myself nuts!Still waiting for a couple of my proof readers :-(
They're taking ages. And as much as I tell myself it's all in Divine Timing, and this duology will be ready exactly when it's meant to be, self doubt creeps in.
And I took bikey in for his MOT yesterday and had to leave him in bikey hospital. He needs parts. Too dangerous to ride (even though I'd just ridden him to the test in the rain!!!). :-O
And gonna be expensive.
And my car's going in next Friday for his MOT too. :-(
I need some money soon!!
Please send me hugs and spells of abundance xx
As always, I still offer a basket of hugs to you all too.
I'm never self mopey enough to neglect everyone else.
xx
Alex wrote: "((((HUGS))) they're in bold for extra emphasis. Sorry to hear you're having such problems at the moment, I hope both the bike and the car are sorted for less than you expect."Aww, thanks for the un bold hugs xx
I'm just moping a bit. Nuffin serious really. Plenty far worse off than me.
Just need to get my books out and I'll be a lot better. Apparently this anxiety is just part of the creative process even for really successful authors.
Hey ho. Fingers crossed for mega launch! xx
Huggy, buggy, huggies.Me and Dog sending bewitching vibes of plenty....
Huge Hugs from Me and My Dogs to You and Yours!! ; )
Here is a big hug ((((()))))) Also, here is a money charm I heard Michelle Tea chant in an interview:
I am a money magnet
Money is sexually attracted to me.
I love money;
Money loves me.
I AM MONEY.
Repeat whenever you need to remind yourself that money flows in all directions.
Ooh, loving the money charm, Lindsay <3 My Instagram followers have recently seen an image I shared "as I do what I love, money and abundance flow freely to me" <3
I have plenty of spare hugs. Please do take one.
I'm getting excited. My duology is finally approaching completion. Some exciting projects are also taking shape.
Eep!
Enjoy the rest of your weekend, Huggers xx
Congrats TL. Nice to bet at a 'finishing' point and feeling productive!
Hey Nat. Yeah, almost surreal to be at this point now, after 18 months in the creation stage. Exciting though. Just dropping by to leave a shed load of hugs for you all.
Have a wonderful weekend hugging gang xx
All hugs gratefully received today. (Just having that kinda day :-()Anyone else want to join in my pity party? They do say misery loves company. :-)
*Dog saunters in and leaves a basket of warm baked goods, a bucket of hugs and a litre of home-made sloe gin*
Jane; Dog is definitely getting better at this comforty thing xxJ Saman; good hugging :-)
Aww Cathy; big squishies. Hope you're OK.
btw I just directed my Insta peeps this way to join in hug fest should they require xx ♡
*leaves a warm blanket filled with hugs and hugs Dog before he gets away**sniffs Jane's home-made sloe gin, eyes widen, smirks*
*carefully takes a hug from each batch left and lovingly holds it to her chest as tears roll down her face*
It's been a rough week for me, physically and emotionally. Thank you all for being there. Hugs to All
Sam (Rescue Dog Mom, Writer, Hugger) wrote: "*leaves a warm blanket filled with hugs and hugs Dog before he gets away**sniffs Jane's home-made sloe gin, eyes widen, smirks*
*carefully takes a hug from each batch left and lovingly holds it to..."
Oh Sam! I am so sorry you're going through rough times.
This too shall pass. And all the quicker wrapped up in Dog blankey and extra hugs <3
(*dries your eyes, supplies cake*)
*gratefully accepts cake and passes pitcher of milk*Thank you T.L. I'm trying, I really am. Thank you again. Huge Hugs
Sam (Rescue Dog Mom, Writer, Hugger) wrote: "*gratefully accepts cake and passes pitcher of milk*Thank you T.L. I'm trying, I really am. Thank you again. Huge Hugs"
*Dog rushes in and smothers Suam with extra loving wet kisses. Brings her a special batch of mum's brownies.*
*hugs Dog and smiles, then gratefully accepts brownie*Thank you, Jane. I'll just stay here and hang out with Dog. Huge hugs
*gives Dog a crunchy treat and leaves a blanket of warm hugs fresh from the dryer*
Aww, Dog is the best kissy hugger in this thread <3 Hope you're starting to see some sunshine through the rain, Sam.
Dropping off an extra batch of juniper scented hugs xx
Thank you, T.L! Yes, Dog's sloppy kisses and nuzzles make me giggle. Hugs
Oh phew, there's some Dog hugs left! (*nabs one*) My cat is sulking as I replaced her with a laptop on my lap! ;-)
I am SO tired!
Manic week. Part 1 of my duology is finally in Amazon, and up for pre order (whoop!).
BUT that means I have LOADS to do. Including final edits of book 2 which I hadn't anticipated :-(
Yesterday I:
~ sent loads of review requests out for ARCs from bloggers.
~ ordered new business cards.
~ linked book 1 in GR and to my Amazon author pages (not done automatically!?)
~ started said book 2 edits
~ cooked a delicious nutritious dinner
Worn out, but still so much to do I'm trying to push on.
Coffee #2 has taken the edge off.
But Dog hug has helped. Thank you xx
*Dog ambles in and leans on T.L.s leg. He grins a wise canine grin and drops a box of unique hugs and a basket of warm baked goods. He jumps up to give T.L. a doggy kiss before strolling off about his business. At the door he leaves a hug and kiss for Suam in case she is in need.*
Aww, thank you Dog xxI've reached chapter 24 in editing. It is now 15:45. Really tired, and feel like I have a cold fighting to come out. But marching on.
"My readers need me!" I declare dramatically ;-)
*enters and finds hug and kiss left by Dog and smiles*Thank you very much, Jane. Yes, these are always greatly appreciated. Hugs to you and Dog!
Hugs to you, T.L! You're doing great!
*leaves pile of warm fleece blankets fresh from the dryer, each containing a hug for whoever needs one, or even two* Hugs to All
*leaves pile of warm fleece blankets fresh from the dryer, each containing a hug for whoever needs one, or even two* Hugs to All "Ooh fresh warm hugs; that's yummy. Thank you xx
I'm so so tired after this week. It's been extreme!
But books are out for pre order, social media'ing is mostly done for now, fb launch event created etc.
Time to relax today! :-)
*Leaves some extra fluffy hugs for others*
*wraps self in warm, fleece hug-laced blanket and hugs Dog*Thank you, T.L. Congratulations on your progress this week. Your relaxation is well-deserved.
Huge Hugs and Happy Vibes to All
Sam, you still feeling bad? This is not good. Anything we can do, apart from leaving this extra large duvet of hugs for you..?
xx
Dog looks carefully into Sam's eyes and jpthen jumps up to give a special hug. He goes to the hug basket and roots about until he finds the very softest huggiest one and brings it to Sam.
Thank you, T.L. Hugs have healing properties, so I'm gratefully soaking them in! Also leaving piles of hugs for those who need them. Huge Hugs
*wraps arms around Dog, sighs heavily, and smiles*Thank you, Jane. I believe animal hugs have extra healing properties. Think I'll take a nap now. Huge Hugs
Aww Sam. My kitty's hugs aren't quite as snuggly as Dog's. But even she's leaving a cuddly mouse toy for you.
I'll just add some soft fluffy hugs too, in case that doesn't quite hit the spot ;-)
xx
*pets mouse toy and smiles*Awe, thank you, T.L. I love all animals. My rescue efforts aren't just for dogs. They've included cats, rabbits, birds, a duck, and even squirrels. Please give your sweet kitty a hug for me. Hugs to you, too.
Sam (Rescue Dog Mom, Writer, Hugger) wrote: "*pets mouse toy and smiles*Awe, thank you, T.L. I love all animals. My rescue efforts aren't just for dogs. They've included cats, rabbits, birds, a duck, and even squirrels. Please give your swee..."
Oh, I'm sp pleased her gift was well received. Snuggling her now for you xx
I really hope things get a lot better for you really soon.
*Dog peers around door at sad faces and goes out. Returns moments later wearing spectacles and false moustache. Does silly dance and adds bundle of special healing hugs to basket. Exits stage left.*
Jane wrote: "*Dog peers around door at sad faces and goes out. Returns moments later wearing spectacles and false moustache. Does silly dance and adds bundle of special healing hugs to basket. Exits stage left.*"Hahaha, Dog wins again! <3
Cheered me up. Just waiting for my pre orders to zoom into the startosphere...like an aeroplane...just off the ground?? Anyone? Anyone? :-/
(*sighs*)
This duology is supposed to make me at least as successful as EL James; it's on my official looking list n everyfin!
(*twiddles thumbs and waits for the almighty influx of readers*)
Ahem. Thanks Dog. I just got a sloppy moustacheoed lick as I was becoming morose again :-O
(*deposits large bundle of hugs*And new underwear for when people "pmsl" at Dog's funny turn) xx
*grabs Dog just in time to give hug and treat*Thank you both, Jane and T.L. I truly believe animals soothe the soul while laughter makes it sing!! I'm working hard at pulling myself together. Huge Hugs
Hello, I'm so glad you are still dispensing hugs, because I need one badly today. Could you, or someone else please help me to solve an urgent problem? Briefly, this is what it's about: I have been asked by my editor to retrieve my account information for KindleKDP. He says that the account and password are the same as those for my Amazon account. Could some kind soul explain how I should go about this to get a rapid response? My grateful thanks to you for your help.
Marie-Anne wrote: "Hello, I'm so glad you are still dispensing hugs, because I need one badly today. Could you, or someone else please help me to solve an urgent problem? Briefly, this is what it's about: I have been..."Oh eek, I've not faced that problem. I'm sorry. Your KDP password doesn't have to be the same as your Amazon one. The only thing is to hit the 'forgot password' button, I think.
But big hugs anyway.
You can do this. It's not the end of the world. It will be resolved.
xx
T.L. wrote: "Marie-Anne wrote: "Hello, I'm so glad you are still dispensing hugs, because I need one badly today. Could you, or someone else please help me to solve an urgent problem? Briefly, this is what it's..."Hello T.L. thank you for such a wise, sweet response. I followed your advice, hit the "forgot password" button and received a message in a few minutes informing me that I could re-set my password and thus access my account again. I followed the instructions and now I've all the necessary info for my editor. You are such a sweet person. Thank you again and again.
Marie-Anne wrote: "T.L. wrote: "Marie-Anne wrote: "Hello, I'm so glad you are still dispensing hugs, because I need one badly today. Could you, or someone else please help me to solve an urgent problem? Briefly, this..."Yay! I helped!! :-)
<3
Glad it got sorted xx
I just got back from a fairy festival, so have some magickal winged faery hugs to deposit...
Awe! How awesome! And what a precious little smiley!! Hugs!
Phew! My books are now launched. Feeling exhausted yet positive.
It does almost feel like birthing book babies!? ;-)
So here's some extra buckets of hugs for you all
xx xx xx
Dog has many hugs today, do he has asked me to deposit a big basketful in here. He would do it himself but he has found a patch of shade
I've been neglecting this post lately. Sorry.Hope you're all OK.
I'll just drop off this ginormous pile of warm fluffy hugs I have going spare.
xx
Andrea wrote: "O ^ there you go. That's a hug"
Haha, yes it is. Thank you.
I know, I get a bit lazy and leave 'xx' instead. ;-)
Here's a hug right back atcha
Make sure your books are available on Amazon and push traffic to there. I hate that phrase, but you know what I mean.
Crossing my fingers all you authors get some great sales, and readers get great reads this summer xx