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It's Summertime!

After a busy spring, it feels like summer crept up on me. That being said, after Independence Day, I'll begin drafting book four in The Time Travel Tales of Livvi Biddle. Consequently, I'll be taking my usual summer break from blogging; I'll be back in September just in time to announce the release of A Vigil in Venice - Book 3.

Stay tuned for news on the release of A Vigil in Venice!

I recently returned from my Scandinavian Adventure, where among other things, I did a bit of research for my next book. I've included a few photos in my recent newsletter. 

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Wishing each of you a fantastic summer season!

For all the fathers and father figures out there: Happy Father's Day!

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It's Time for Spring Break!

I'll be taking a hiatus from blogging to catch up on a number of things; those include spending time with my granddaughter, catching up on my TBR list, and working on my next book release. With the weather already warming up, I also plan to spend more time in Nature. (We do have a vacation planned later in the season.) I'll be back on Writ of Whimsy sometime in April.

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Wishing you a sensational spring season!

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Season's Greetings!

Once again, I'll be taking a winter break from my blog until sometime in January. We're looking forward to seeing our son Brian. Since he lives on the East Coast, it's always super special when he comes home.

(Last Light - 16 X 20 oil on panel - by Michael Lindstrom)

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Wishing you and yours the joy, peace, and love of the season!

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Time for Summer Vacation!

Each summer I take a break from blogging; this will be my last post until September. My son, Kevin, will arrive soon from Colombia, while my youngest son, Brian, will arrive from the East Coast next month. We're looking forward to having the entire family together which happens so rarely! In addition to those visits, my husband and I will take a six-state road trip, including a wedding in Flagstaff, Arizona, later this summer.

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Stay tuned for the release of Nimbus Over Normandy!

Wishing each of you a sensational summer season!

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Spring has Arrived!

As I've mentioned here on Writ of Whimsy before, the arrival of spring in the Pacific Northwest is no small thing; after a long dark winter, longer days and warmer temperatures bring on severe spring fever! Therefore, I'll be taking my normal Spring Break for a few weeks to garden and to just generally enjoy the out of doors.

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Wishing you each a sensational spring season!
 

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Season's Greetings!

There's so much for which to be thankful for this holiday season. For me it's all about friends and family. However, I've also experienced the pain of recently losing my mother, Sheila Cardon. (Winter Pond - 12 X 16 oil on panel by Michael Lindstrom)

Therefore, I'll be away from my blog for the next few weeks. I'll be back on Writ of Whimsy in January.

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Wishing you and yours the love, joy, and peace of the season!

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Autumn's Arrival!

As I've mentioned many times on this blog, autumn is my favorite season! While that might seem strange to folks who know I live in the Pacific Northwest with its infamous rains, it's true.

This season with its cold, crisp air and colorful leaves, reminds me of my school days so long ago. It also triggers me to begin writing again in earnest.

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If you live in the PNW, I'd love to see you at my upcoming book event!

Wishing each of you a fantastic fall season!

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Spring Break!

I'll be taking a break to hopefully enjoy the spring sunshine. Gardening, hiking, and reconnecting with my friends are at the top of my list. (We also still need to work on finishing the landscaping around our house.)

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Wishing each of you a sensational spring season!

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Season's Greetings!

While 2023 has been challenging to say the least, December has brought with it a basketful of blessings. My sons, Kevin (Arizona) and Brian (New Jersey) will both be here in a few days. 

That is the best Christmas gift I could ask for. (My eldest son, David, will be here too, but he lives nearby.) I'm in between cycles of chemotherapy, so I'm feeling great - just in time for my birthday this Sunday. And lastly, there is no snow in the forecast (like last year!) to spoil our holiday plans.

I'll be back on Writ of Whimsy in early 2024. My chemo-therapy is due to be complete in mid-February so I'll be sure to check in!

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Wishing you and yours the love, joy, and peace of the season! 

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Autumn's Arrival

As much as I enjoy the sunny days of summer, autumn is my favorite season. One of the things I love about fall is that I almost always begin a new project each September.

This year I plan to continue working on Book 2 in The Time Travel Tales of Livvi Biddle. It's too early to share a synopsis but stay tuned!

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Wishing each of you an outstanding autumn!

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It's Time for Summer Vacation!

Even though my middle grade novel, The Sibylline Scroll, will release in September, I'll be taking my usual summer break from Writ of Whimsy. (Columbia River Gorge.)

That being said, I'll be busy planning the book's launch, giveaways, and of course, a bit of networking. Then, too, I'm hoping to make some headway with our home's landscaping; we still need to complete that.

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Wishing each of you a safe and sensational summer! 

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It's Time for Spring Break!

After the coldest winter I've personally lived through, I'm anxious for the arrival of spring. Then too, gardening is one of my favorite pastimes. Additionally, I'm in the thick of things preparing for the publication of my middle grade novel, LIVVI BIDDLE AND THE SIBYLLINE SCROLL. While it has an autumn release date, there's still so much to do. Consequently, I'll be away from Writ of Whimsy until sometime in April.

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Wishing each of you a sensational spring season!

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Along the Horse Trail by Michael Lindstrom - 9 X 12 Oil on panel 

 Season's Greetings!

Our December has been lovely so far. We've already enjoyed lunches & dinners with friends and family that have made this holiday season so special. We're anticipating the arrival of our son Brian from NYC tomorrow!

As usual, I'll be taking a winter break from blogging to enjoy time with my family; I'll be back on Writ of Whimsy sometime in January.

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Wishing you and yours the joy, peace, and love of the season!

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The Arrival of Autumn

After a challenging summer for me personally, it feels good to look forward to cozy days hunkered down in my favorite chair - with a good book and a cup of coffee! 

Beginning a new project brings back memories of school days; I'll commence drafting Book II of my Livvi Biddle Series very soon.

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Wishing each of you an awesome autumn!

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Signs of Spring

After all of the challenges of Covid-19 - and now the horror of the attack on Ukraine - it's a comfort to see the early signs of spring. I'll be on a blog break for two weeks to do some gardening.

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Wishing each of you a lovely spring season!

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Season's Greetings!

This year Christmastime will be extraordinary! We are not only spending the holidays in our new home in the woods, but all three of our sons will be with us during Christmas. (One will be traveling from the East Coast, while the other one is flying up from Arizona.) I'm so looking forward to reconnecting with all of them. As I do every December, I'll be taking a winter break from blogging; I'll be back on Writ of Whimsy sometime in January.

The title of the painting on the left is "Melting Snow," it was created by my husband, Michael Lindstrom. 

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Wishing each of you the love, joy, and peace of the season!

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Arrival of Autumn

Each September I'm brought back to #2 pencils, school bus rides, and football games. Even as an adult those events come to mind each fall, though it's been decades since those idyllic days. 

As an adult, I enjoy the falling leaves, crisp mornings, and even the rain that is so reliable here in the Pacific Northwest. There seems to be more time to read (and write) during the less hectic autumn months, though I'm just now getting settled into our new home - Fern Hill.

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Wishing each of you a fantastic fall season full of reading and writing!

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It's Time for Summer Vacation!

As is my habit, I'll be taking a hiatus from blogging for the summer. This year there's a lot on my plate. (Click on my recent newsletter link, below, to learn more.) I'll be back on Writ of Whimsy in September!

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Wishing you all a safe and joyous summer. Happy reading!

With my husband - and illustrator - fine artist, Michael Lindstrom

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The Welcome Arrival of Spring

This year the onset of spring seems even more welcome than usual. Maybe it's because we've all endured a dark winter of isolation, and it's exciting to see the colors of spring. Then too, the Covid-19 vaccines are beginning to give us our lives back. (Although I'm still not vaccinated.)

I'm anxious to spend time out in my garden, so I'll be taking a spring break from blogging for a few weeks. Enjoy the sunshine!

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Cat tails on Swofford Pond by Victoria Lindstrom

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 Season's Greetings!

Winter Stream - 8X10 - Oil on Canvas - Michael Lindstrom

Christmas will be different this year for people all around the world. While my husband and I will be spending the holidays home alone, we have much to be thankful for, and to celebrate, in spite of Covid-19.

We hope to have a ZOOM chat with our three sons, who are in NYC, Tucson, & the Pacific Northwest - at least I'll see their handsome faces!

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As usual, I'll be taking a break from blogging until January.

Wishing you and yours the peace, joy, and love of the season.

Happy New Year!