Terri L. Gillespie Says:
Woo-hoo! Angie, this is great at so many levels!
The cover is charming and having your name on the cover with well-known and loved actors . . . wow!
Okay, publishers out there, stand in line, our Angie is one hot ticket! Talent and relevancy!
Angela Says:
I don't mean to sound snarky, but I think Ted McGinley is a very handsome middle-aged man. (After all, King and Peyton have grown children.) So I have to wonder--why'd someone airbrush all the lines out of that wonderful face?
Sigh.
Angie
Lora B Says:
haha -- I was wondering the same thing, Angie! Can't wait to see it. (I don't have cable, so I wasn't able to catch it on the Hallmark Channel.)
Mocha with Linda Says:
Way fun! Can't wait. Lora B made me feel better. I thought I was the only one in the nation without cable TV!
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Well, Angie, as long as snarky has been introduced ... I am delighted that you have fleshed out some of the characters and the story from The Note II for the novella. I had secretly wished as I watched it that this movie, too, had been from a book you had written. I felt The Note had a greater depth. Am I making sense? Am I being overly biased? I'm trying to give up Overindulgence for Lent. Only two days in, and I've already broken it. *sigh* Clyde
Susanne Says:
You won't believe it but I just rented and watched the Note for the first time and came to your site to tell you how much I loved it and this is the post that was up! I'm so excited there is a part 2!
Mocha with Linda Says:
I'm with Terri. Curbside Consultation of the Colon is bound to win.
I guess with only 7 copies sold they decided he wasn't such a threat after all. Poor guy.
Angela Says:
After my recent hospital adventure, "Curbside Consultation" has a certain appeal to me. :-) As long as a consultation is ALL that's involved . . .
Angie
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"The Strip and Knit with Style"
could be interesting.
Almost sounds like a class soon to be offered at your local community college.
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Oh, that was a delightful start to this day! Amy, one of my cats, even enjoyed watching Frosty for a while, until she was distracted by the real thing in the garden. Thx for sharing, Angie. Clyde
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What a hoot! Thanks for the smile, Angie. I really needed it today. ;-)
Smilingsal Says:
Oooo, good! You're writing another book with medical stuff!
Re: concrete floors are hard on legs and can aggravate arthritic knees.
Terri L. Gillespie Says:
Angie and her marathons--a woman after my own heart.
Concrete floors are also hard on the back and COLD! But they sure looked gorgeous in the photo.
Mocha with Linda Says:
I agree with Terri about the negatives of concrete floors. I'll pass.
I'm a medical show/fiction junkie. Bring it on!
Lora B Says:
I saw that same Trauma in the ER marathon. Oh wow. I still can't believe they pulled a golf club -- a golf club, for Heaven's sake -- out of the guy's head and he is now walking around and talking about it.
Kay Day Says:
We watched the golf club thing, too. We like that show.
I would like to do that floor in our basement.
THE DESIRES OF HER HEART
TEXAS: Star of Destiny
By Lyn Cote
THE DESIRES OF HER HEART (Avon Inspire, on-sale: Feb 10, 2009, ISBN: 9780061373411, price: $12.99) is a beautiful historical romance between a woman forced to make a new life on the Texas frontier and the scout who leads their wagon train through the uncharted territory. Set in 1821, Dorritt Mott who is against slavery is a woman ahead of her time. When events make it impossible for her family, including an overbearing stepfather and a spoiled half-sister, to remain in New Orleans, they head to Texas to join Stephen Austin’s first angloamericano settlement and recoup their fortune in the Spanish colony of Texas.
Quinn, a social outcast as the half-breed son of a Cherokee mother and an American father, has made a name for himself as a scout and a man not to be taken lightly.
When the New Orleans lady and the frontiersman meet, they become unlikely allies as they travel the wilds of Texas. But will their trek be in vain? Mexico has broken with the Spanish Crown that had granted Austin land. And both armies plus marauding Comanche roam the pine forest and prairie of Texas.
And though they are unaware of it, there is a closer danger, a man who is plotting destruction and who will try to make Dorritt and Quinn pawns in his scheme. As their romance blossoms, can Dorritt help Quinn put his trust in the God? The Creator who has promised that those that delight in Him shall be given the desires of their hearts? What will it take for Quinn to believe that promise?
In the vein of the great sweeping historical sagas of Tracie Peterson, Lyn Cote’s Texas: Star of Destiny series will grab readers from the very first page.
ABOUT THE AUTHOR:
LYN COTE is an award-winning author of both contemporary and historical inspirational romance. She speaks at state, regional and national writer’s conferences and is an active member of RWA and the American Christian Fiction Writers. Most recently, Chloe, the first novel in Lyn’s “Women of Ivy Manor” series published by FaithWords was a 2006 Rita Award finalist for Best Inspirational as well as a finalist for the Holt Medallion and the National Readers Choice Contest. She is also one the top-selling authors in Harlequin’s Love Inspired category line. Born in El Paso, Texas, Lyn and her husband now live in Wisconsin.
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More promises from Obama. Go to: whitehouse.gov/agenda/civil_rights
-Support Full Civil Unions and Federal Rights for LGBT Couples: President Obama supports full civil unions that give same-sex couples legal rights and privileges equal to those of married couples. Obama also believes we need to repeal the Defense of Marriage Act and enact legislation that would ensure that the 1,100+ federal legal rights and benefits currently provided on the basis of marital status are extended to same-sex couples in civil unions and other legally-recognized unions. These rights and benefits include the right to assist a loved one in times of emergency, the right to equal health insurance and other employment benefits, and property rights.
- Oppose a Constitutional Ban on Same-Sex Marriage: President Obama voted against the Federal Marriage Amendment in 2006 which would have defined marriage as between a man and a woman and prevented judicial extension of marriage-like rights to same-sex or other unmarried couples.
- Repeal Don't Ask-Don't Tell: President Obama agrees with former Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff John Shalikashvili and other military experts that we need to repeal the "don't ask, don't tell" policy. The key test for military service should be patriotism, a sense of duty, and a willingness to serve. Discrimination should be prohibited. The U.S. government has spent millions of dollars replacing troops kicked out of the military because of their sexual orientation. Additionally, more than 300 language experts have been fired under this policy, including more than 50 who are fluent in Arabic. The President will work with military leaders to repeal the current policy and ensure it helps accomplish our national defense goals.
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No sooner had President Obama taken the oath of office than he betrayed two of his campaign promises.
In pledging to unite us, not divide us, he promised to find common ground on cultural issues, especially to search for ways to reduce the number of abortions. He thus won the vote of many pro-life voters who believed they could find compromise measures to America's most contentious domestic policy issue. In fact, Mr. Obama secured 54 percent of the Catholic vote, many of whom are staunchly pro-life. Yet, on late Friday afternoon, in as quiet a manner as possible, the president repealed the ban on U.S. funding for foreign family planning aid groups that offer abortion services. This means that American tax dollars can now be used to provide abortions around the world; America is back in business as Doctor Death to millions of the world's babies.
You can read this article in its entirety at:
http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2009/jan/28/obamas-abortion-war/
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President Barack Obama's Pro-Abortion Record: A Pro-Life Compilation
http://www.lifenews.com/obamaabortionrecord.html
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Junior U.S. Senator from Illinois
As transparently biased as the MSM is, it should raise flags when they ooh and ahh (24/7) over a politician, who, quite clearly, is also a Democrat with socialist views and a strong supporter of pro-abortion legislation, particularly the gruesome partial-birth abortion.
Read more at:
http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/77500/barack_hussein_obama_jr_defends_partialbirth.html?cat=9
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Barack Obama is the most extreme pro-abortion candidate ever to seek the office of President of the United States. He is the most extreme pro-abortion member of the United States Senate. Indeed, he is the most extreme pro-abortion legislator ever to serve in either house of the United States Congress.
Yet there are Catholics and Evangelicals-even self-identified pro-life Catholics and Evangelicals - who aggressively promote Obama's candidacy and even declare him the preferred candidate from the pro-life point of view.
Read more at:
http://townhall.com/Columnists/RobertGeorge/2008/10/15/obamas_abortion_extremism
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Why Jesus would not vote for Barack Obama
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Posted: July 19, 2006
1:00 am Eastern
By Jill Stanek
© 2009 WorldNetDaily.com
In February 2004, U.S. Senate candidate Barack Obama's wife, Michelle, sent a fund-raising letter with the "alarming news" that "right-wing politicians" had passed a law stopping doctors from stabbing half-born babies in the neck with scissors, suctioning out their brains and crushing their skulls.
Read more at:
http://www.worldnetdaily.com/index.php?pageId=37080
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Obama's first order of business...American taxpayers will be forced to pay for abortions world-wide!!!
President Obama on Friday lifted a ban on federal funding for international groups that promote or perform abortions, reversing a policy of his predecessor, George W. Bush.
Obama signed the executive order one day after the 36th anniversary of the landmark Roe v. Wade Supreme Court ruling that legalized abortion in all 50 states.
Liberal groups welcomed the decision while abortion rights foes criticized the president, who was long expected to make this move during his first week in office.
Read more at:
http://www.foxnews.com/politics/first100days/2009/01/23/obama-lift-ban-overseas-abortion-funding/
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God help us!
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... and the Republicans never seem to remember that the financial crisis erupted on President Bush's watch. You gotta love that.
This is why the Republicans have lost most of their influence recently because they can't and won't admit that fact. They eagerly jumped on Bush's bandwagon re: the "patriotic" Iraq war and the "morale-boosting" Hurricane Katrina efforts and the "advantageous" tax cuts.
Now, if they would only - admit - their mistakes and put on a humble front and counter Obama's plans in a smart, non-shrilling manner, they'd win back a lot of votes.
But hey, I'm just a pro-life Democrat Christian.
Which means, of course, that my opinion will be disregarded because I'm not a pure pro-life Republican Christian.
Back to the regular programming.
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Angie, I don't know why so many "Anonymouses" but I say to you all: "You cannot stand behind anonymity or bury your head in the sand and expect to really accomplish anything."
Smilingsal, praying is our first priority. Then we can pass this along to all our friends.
I challenge every reader of today's to pass this along to your friends.
Then read, listen to reputable leaders and make yourself aware of what's going on around you.
I proudly attach my name to this.
Angela Says:
Scott Wheeler's letter did not, commendably, say one word about blame for the financial crisis. And while everyone must admit that it did erupt on President Bush's watch, the seeds of that eruption were planted years before, when Clinton and his cronies resorted to the same reckless financial ideas that we're seeing now. To wit:
The National Homeownership Strategy began in 1994 when Clinton directed HUD Secretary Henry Cisneros to come up with a plan, and Cisneros convened what HUD called a "historic meeting" of private and public housing-industry organizations in August 1994. The group eventually produced a plan, of which Mason sent me a PDF of Chapter 4, the one that argues for creative measures to promote homeownership.
The very worst idea in the plan, which fortunately never gained approval, was to let first-time homebuyers freely tap their IRA and 401(k) retirement-savings plans with no penalty to scrounge up a downpayment. That, HUD estimated, would have "benefited" 600,000 families in the first five years.
Plenty of other ideas in the plan did become reality, though. Knowing what we know now about the housing bust, the earnest language in the document seems faintly ridiculous. Here's an excerpt. Read it closely and you can see the seeds of disaster being planted:
For many potential homebuyers, the lack of cash available to accumulate the required downpayment and closing costs is the major impediment to purchasing a home. Other households do not have sufficient available income to to make the monthly payments on mortgages financed at market interest rates for standard loan terms. Financing strategies, fueled by the creativity and resources of the private and public sectors, should address both of these financial barriers to homeownership.
Note the praise for "creativity." That kind of creativity in stretching boundaries we could use less of. Mason puts it well: "It strikes me as reckless to promote home sales to individuals in such constrained financial predicaments."
From http://www.businessweek.com/the_thread/hotproperty/archives/2008/02/clintons_drive.html
and written on Febuary 27, 2008.
Angie
MYJ Says:
I didn't sign in the last time I commented (I'm the pro-life Democrat one).
So here goes:
I don't deny that the seeds of the current financial crisis were planted during Clinton's time. Nor do I deny that he was/is a charismatic philanderer with loose morals.
Neither can I deny that Bush had EIGHT years to make sure we didn't come to this.
What you've posted is a partisan finger-pointing letter from Scott Wheeler. A letter that screams about how partisan the Democrats are - (uh, like the Republicans are any less partisan?) - and how the country will come to ruin.
I see no hope in that letter, and that is ultimately the reason why it is such a failure. People want to hope. They want a better future. They want assurances that we'll be getting one.
Oh well.
This is the point when we agree to disagree. I have been a fan of yours ever since the Theyn Chronicles came out, and by now, I think I've read just about every book you've written, but this is definitely where we diverge.
But that's the price of being a pro-life Democrat.
Angela Says:
I have many friends who are Democrats, and we continue to like and respect each other. No two people are going to agree on everything.
But the letter I posted simply pointed out that the two-party system has become moot . . . and with the recent changes, may become more moot as the years go by. That's it.
And of course there's hope. :-) I believe God has his purposes in everything, and that He controls the hearts of kings and world leaders. That's where I place my trust.
Angie
Mocha with Linda Says:
I'm impressed how many of them laughed!!
Gives new meaning to the term waterbed.
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Achtung! This is when I wish I had paid attention to my German lessons! What wonderful spirits these hapless creatures displayed!!! Clyde
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We had a waterbed when we first got married, but never had that much fun. I hope that the store that pulled this prank at least gave the shoppers a gift card or something.
Terri L. Gillespie Says:
LOL! The German's must not have the same censors as in the US. Ahem. Did pick up a couple of colorful metaphors! Thanks for the laugh, Angie!
Terri L. Gillespie Says:
Isn't it amazing how intelligent, normally rational people can't do the math? The king is walking naked and no one is listening to the crowds pointing this out.
That's my cliches for today.
Very sad.
Mocha with Linda Says:
Amen. And our culture continues to spiral downward. I blogged yesterday about a Toronto-based website that is heavily advertising in Texas (and elsewhere, I imagine). An infidelity website. Similar to dating services, only this one for married folks. Among it's taglines are "Life is short. Have an affair." and "When Divorce is not an option." Already has 3 million users. Sad times we live in.
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This is yet another reason I am happy I moved across the country to live across the street from my granddaughters. With bombardments such as we do see every day, both the 6-yr-old and the 14-yr-old need all the reinforcement I (along with their parents) can offer. BTW, I live in Texas and have not seen that dating website. (Maybe they don't advertise on FoxNews or Hallmark!) Shocking and repulsive that it can be shown on any channel! Clyde
LuAnn Says:
Yes, parents are the key. Unfortunately, there are parents who aren't comfortable taking to their children about sex and the consequences. On the positive side, I think it's gotten better. My parents weren't as open about it as I was with my children. However, I wonder how accurate the newer parents are when discussing it with their children -- especially those who have mistaken information, especially when it comes to STDs.
Tim and Vicky Says:
Strongly with you on this. The media is once again plying an agenda against . . . well, what it right.
Julie Carobini Says:
Pam Stenzel is a GREAT speaker on this topic. My husband, our kids and I have watched her DVD "Sex has a Price Tag" several times over the years. She's entertaining, relevant and breathtakingly direct. I recommend it to families with teens.
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http://virtuealert.com/
Check out the article that Vicki quotes in her 2/19 post. I think you'll find the last line quite ironic.....
Amy Says:
I did hear on the news the other day that they done a study that showed that sex on TV was causing kids to have sex. They have the information, they just don't want to give up their own pleasures.
Smilingsal Says:
Oooo, poor baby. A little paper cut hurts, but a larger on on top of the thumb... OW!
I have no curtains in my living room, just some fabric draping around my picture window. I put film on it, and get to see my lake.
Do please begin to write that book! I cannot imagine publishing house not grabbing you!
Terri L. Gillespie Says:
OUCH! Hate those paper cuts.
Can't wait to see what your little brain thinks up, Angie. Is this lull in contracts a result of the current economic situation?
Kathy Says:
Did you get my e-mail about my article? I'm hoping you have some input. Please e-mail me.
kathycassel@comcast.net
Remember the voodoo girl idea? Well, it may not have a happy ending. A family is waiting to adopt her but she cannot be found. I hate to know what that may mean. Maybe nothing of course...
Angela Says:
Terri:
The lull is partly due to the economy, as everyone is feeling more cautious these days. But one contract I was counting on didn't happen because THE FACE, which got great reviews, didn't have great sales numbers. Apparently I don't sell well in mass market, which is a shame, because I think some of my best work is coming out in mass market . . sigh. This is never *easy.*
Angie
Mocha with Linda Says:
Maybe they should consider that the reason you didn't sell well in mass market was a visibility problem. I scoured area bookstands looking for The Face to give a friend and finally gave up and ordered it from Amazon. It won't sell if people don't see it!
I'm with Sal - I can't imagine anything you write not being snatched up.
And my thumb is feeling your pain. Mine got in the way of the curling iron yesterday and has a nice blister.
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Angie - I am absolutely shocked about "The Face". I loved every minute of it and think it's one of your best to date. I can find no fault in your eye-catching cover design and the intriguing tale encased therein.
This may sound totally off the wall, but I wonder if the size of the book had anything to do with it. Do people, looking for excellent reading, gravitate towards a book that is larger, relegating paperback-size books to a "less worthy" designation? And, how often is the smaller book found on the table of new releases as you enter the book store? Just a thought, but I know that I personally prefer the larger size for ease of holding or finding in a bookcase. Clyde
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i can promise you that i will buy any book you write! may not help much, but i recommend you to all of my friends and family! many prayers go in your direction for a published book soon, and as always can't wait till the next one comes out!
jan
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oh, and btw, hope that your thumb heals fast!
jan
Sherry Kyle Says:
Did you already write The Note 2, or Taking a Chance on Love as the Hallmark movie was called. (I enjoyed it BTW!)
Okay, it's too weird to think you don't have a deadline right now. I bet it's nice in a way, too.
If you still have all that energy, you can come clean my grout! I despise doing that!
I got the chills reading about your paper cut. OUCH! Those are the worst!
Take care!
Mocha with Linda Says:
And the lion shall lay down with the lamb. . . .
I've always loved that song. And Louis Armstrong and I share(d) a birthday. He was a mere 60 years older than I!
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that was beautiful!
jan
I'm excited to tell you about my friend Terri's latest book. (That odd photo has nothing to do with her book; that's only me and Terri fooling around at Blarney Castle. Fun memories.) DOUBLE MINDS
A Stand-Alone Novel by Terri Blackstock
Were the bullets intended for her?
As talented singer/songwriter Parker James struggles to make her mark on the Nashville music scene, she finds the competition can be fierce – even deadly. When a young woman is murdered at the recording studio where Parker works, Parker is drawn into a mystery where nothing is as it seems. Unraveling the truth puts her own life at risk when she uncovers high-level industry corruption and is terrorized by a menacing stalker. As the danger escalates, Parker begins to question her dreams, her future, and even her faith. Does stardom even matter anymore?
“Blackstock’s superior writing will keep readers turning pages late into the night to discover the identity of the culprit in this amazing mystery. The unique setting and peek into the Nashville music scene are fascinating. Suspense lovers are in for a delightful treat.” Romantic Times, February 2009.
Terri Blackstock’s books have sold six million copies worldwide. Known for her “Up All Night Fiction,” Terri has had over twenty-five years of success as a novelist. Terri makes her home in Mississippi, where she and her husband Ken are enjoying their empty nest after raising three children.
See the Video Trailer for Double Minds at www.terriblackstock.com
~~Angie
Suzanne Says:
I saw that on christianbook.com the other day. Very excited about it. Books by Terri are too few and far between :)
Cindy Swanson Says:
I just did a radio interview with Terri about this book, and it was a great experience...as was reading the book! Any new Terri Blackstock book makes me sit up and take notice.
I recently received an email from the folks at Harlequin, where I've published several books under the Steeple Hill and Mira imprints. Said the message: "To thank our many readers for taking us into their hearts and homes for 60 years and making us the world’s leading publisher of romantic fiction, Harlequin is giving every woman in America and Canada a free book. In fact, we’re giving away 16 free Books that readers can download. For more information, visit: http://www.HarlequinCelebrates.com The titles are available as a PDF and in all eBook formats. The titles are also available as a Stanza App for the iPhone and iPod Touch. The titles can also be found at all the online retailers like Sony, Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Fictionwise.com, eReader.com, etc. The 16 free books (one for every series) will be available throughout 2009.
Among the free books:
Love Inspired, A Very Special Delivery by Linda Goodnight
Love Inspired Historical, Homespun Bride by Jillian Hart
Love Inspired Suspense, Hide in Plain Sight by Marta Perry
Enjoy!
~~Angie
Mocha with Linda Says:
I can't resist anything free, although like Kathy, I am still a regular book gal. Besides, e-books don't have that great smell! LOL
Suzanne Says:
Nice offer but I'm in agreement with the other ladies. I like to hold paper in my hands.
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I understand what the other commenters have said, but here's my view: it's free and it's a book, so I'm there! :-) Thanks, Angie!
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Woohoo! Thanks so much!
Smilingsal Says:
lol Good and well worth the time.
BTW: In that garage scene, there is a MAN in the left corner directing the driver to come forward. HA!
Mocha with Linda Says:
Yeah, but I also thought that man in the garage was trying to get her to turn her wheels so she wouldn't go down the hole!
I couldn't believe the woman that couldn't park - not that she had so much trouble (and I bet those were men that illegally parked the cars perpendicular along the other side) but that she tried so many times while cars were stacking up behind her! I was glad the man came and parked it for her and put everyone out of her misery! LOL
Thanks for the laugh!
Kay Day Says:
That was just difficult for me considering we have one car in the shop - hubby slid into a median, he's still in pain - and my car needs a new bumper because someone slid in front of me.
The one with the gas nozzle was funny though!
Oh, and the swimming pool! Must have looked like a parking lot! LOL
Stephanie Says:
I'm a ginger head and so is my 9 month old son! YAY for red-heads, natural or otherwise :)
Kathy Says:
My hair doesn't have much color at all anymore with out help! And my gray is the ugly kind. Why is it dinstinguished on men and ugly on women?
Mocha with Linda Says:
I guess you know it's a natural red if it comes with the corresponding temper?! LOL
Happy Valentine's Day!
Accidental Poet Says:
I'm currently letting my hair go back to its natural colour just because I'm curious.
It's a lovely look right about now (not!)
LuAnn Says:
I'm a natural red-head, although not as red as many. Mine is more a cross between blond and red, with more and more gray beginning to be mixed in. I noticed while looking at the link that there were 149 comments. It must have sparked a lot of interest in Britain!
Kay Day Says:
I wonder why it's looked down on so much over there? Because of the Celtic associations, I suppose.
Red is my favorite but not hubby's.
My hair naturally has a lot of red in it, though.
Sherry Kyle Says:
I was born a redhead, but it changed by the time I was six-months old to blonde. My mom LOVED my red hair, but I admit, I don't mind being blonde. Angie, you look great as a red head. Some people can pull it off better than others.
Momstheword Says:
I think red-headed kids are absolutely the cutest things ever. And yes, I am one of those old ladies who always has to draw attention to your red hair. Most children, particularly girls, hate their hair until they're older and then they realize what a precious minority they are. I think kids are self conscious of it because we all make over it. Shame on those who look down on anyone based on their hair color.
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what a fun topic for valentine's day!
you and your cousins could pass for sisters! especially you and melissa!
hurray for red heads!
jan
Caitriona aka Catherine Says:
I didn't read the rest of the comments: I will go back. I have a redheaded daughter the rest of us are some shade of brown (although my husband's salt is starting to out number his pepper). My red head is also the middle child and the quieter of the 3 kids. People would oooo and ahhh over her hair almost anywhere we went. I would get the occasional "milkman" comment ;-( One day when she was about 4 years old we went in and out of a store with no comments on her red hair. She very innocently said, "Mommy, how come no one in there said anything about my hair."
I love my redhead!
Suzanne Says:
I don't know about that. Won't PETA come after them? You know, People for the Ethical Treatment of....Ants?
Sorry, couldn't resist. *giggle*
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Absolutely Amazing! LOVED Suzanne's comment! Clyde
Kay Day Says:
Wow, that's like the Pompeii of Antdom. They will be talking about that cataclysmic disaster for ant generations.
Cool for us, though.
LuAnn Says:
The ant colony is absolutely fascinating. It makes me wonder if the ancient pyramid builders took their ideas from those underground structures?
Peg Says:
Okay, I'm bummed. When I clicked on the link, Angie, I get to Flixxy and am told that video is no longer available. I tried every whichway to find it, but it's gone. *sigh*
I did enjoy the dogs and polar bears, though! Amazing.
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This book is truly one of the most unforgettable books I have read in a long time. Readers will fall in love with Mary Margaret, her sacrifice and her view on life.
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Giggly babies and another good book! What more can we ask for? Happy Lincoln's Birthday to all! Clyde
char72 Says:
I saw your comment on Smiling Sally's blog and it led me here. Sally recommends your books so highly that I decided to read one. After I bought it I realized it was written by Lori Copeland also. I was not familiar with either one of you, but I want you to know that I am thoroughly enjoying Heavenly Daze. I'm almost finished with it. The Mary-Margaret book sounds really good.
Now I'm eager to read some more of your books.
Charlotte
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Welcome Charlotte,
Did you know that there is more that one Heavenly Daze book? It is a series. If you really want to get to know Angie and Lori come cruising with us next January!
Terri L. Gillespie Says:
YAY! Can't wait to read the newest Fairlawn book, Angie.
The box of goodies came FROM the bride and groom? Wow! How generous! Your book club can feast on that for a few months. :o)
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How delightful and generous that box of goodies is. A few years back I went to the christening of a Chinese colleague's new baby, followed by a many course meal at a local restaurant. Upon leaving, we were all given a small box of goodies to take home. Nothing anywhere near as elaborate as you received, but such a gracious and heart-warming thing to do. Clyde
Smilingsal Says:
It is a wonderful thing to watch children grow up IN Christ. That gift box if a fantastic idea!
Even better is SHE'S IN A BETTER PLACE. What a great read.
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that is such a nice gift! enjoy!
i have taken a break from my normal reading material to read the "Twilight" series with my daughter. we are on #3. as soon as we finish this series i am back to MY books! i can't wait to read the entire Fairlawn series and The Face! i know they are going to be great!
jan
Suzanne Says:
That is such a fun idea! Wish we did that here, but noooo, instead we get a Hershey kiss in a plastic spoon tied up with some netting or just a little plastic container of bubbles...
Jill Says:
I so totally enjoyed Nancy and Angie's class. If any of you blog readers who are also writers ever get a chance to take one, do!
Thanks so much, Angie, for featuring my new release on your blog. You're a blessing!
Jill
Mocha with Linda Says:
I'm so movie-illiterate. I've never even heard of most of these, much less seen them!!
Deborah Says:
i've seen wall e, horton, and dark knight. want to see Gran Torino, Slumdog, rachel getting married, fireproof and the visitor. have you written on the blog about the visitor? how was it? i know richard jenkins has been nominated for best actor Oscar for his performance.
Says:
I would heartily recommend "Fireproof" whether you are married or not. It has made a huge difference in the lives of my daughter and her closest friends. Clyde
Says:
The only movie we went to see last year was the Indiana Jones one.
Our church is showing "Fireproof" in a couple of weeks.
Right now I am going back to bed and my box of tissue.
LuAnn Says:
I am so anxious to see Gran Torino. Our little theater has been listing it as "coming soon" for weeks. I'm hoping it will be here for Valentine's Day!
Sally asked: How far in advance do you work on a novel?
Give an example of how/when an idea came to you for one of your books.
Most novels have been percolating in my brain for over a year by the time I start to write them. Every once in a while I'll get an idea with an accompanying sense of urgency--THE DEBT--was one of those--and I know I'm supposed to write it ASAP. That always involves writing my editor and explaining that though I'm contracted to write XYZ, I'd really like to write ABC instead. To their credit, most editors will allow a writer to switch, because they all seem to want a writer to follow his/her passion.
A novel requires four pieces before I can begin to assemble the puzzle: the plot, the characters, the setting, and the theme. I usually get the plot and/or setting first, and I create characters to fit the story. For instance, I read about researchers in the rain forest canopy years before I figured out a plot, took time to go to the Amazon, and completed enough research to begin writing THE CANOPY.
Right now, I have ideas in my head for the following stories: a woman searching for an orphan in Guatemala, a story about a fake psychic, a story about a magical drugstore telephone, a story about three sisters, a story about Elizabeth I, and a story about a man given three pieces of prophecy about his life in his youth. I have to find a publisher willing to contract them first, then I have to write them. So some of those stories may be waiting a while, and I'm sure they'll change a bit while they're waiting. That's okay--it's good for stories to percolate. :-)
Mocha with Linda Says: Started Brothers yesterday and it is as good as I anticipated. Had to make myself go to bed last night!
What made you choose Simeon? I know Reuben convinced the others not to kill Joseph, and Judah has a "speaking part" in the Bible account of selling Joseph, but what captured you about Simeon? Or was it stuff later in the 12 tribes?
Simeon was chosen for me, as the Bible says he was the one chosen to stay behind when the other brothers went back to Canaan. So he was the one who remained "on stage" with Joseph, so he was the one I chose to use as the protagonist. Plus, the more I learned about his family background, the more interesting he became to me. What a hothead . . . but what made him that way? Hmmm. That was the intriguing part of the puzzle.
Thanks for joining me for another BOM!
~~Angie
Kristine Says:
I love hearing the ideas you have. I can't wait to see how they percolate over the next few years!
Mocha with Linda Says:
Can't believe I forgot Joseph was the one who picked Simeon to stay behind! LOL I was just caught off-guard by what a temper he had.
Always enjoy your answers and your
BOM features!
Tee hee. I had to take a picture of the sign outside the King's Academy because it's the first time I've ever seen "DR. Angela Hunt" on a sign. What an amazing school! I've had a wonderful time with their students. 
Smilingsal Says:
Questions:
How far in advance do you work on a novel?
Give an example of how/when an idea came to you for one of your books.
Mocha with Linda Says:
Started Brothers yesterday and it is as good as I anticipated. Had to make myself go to bed last night!
What made you choose Simeon? I know Reuben convinced the others not to kill Joseph, and Judah has a "speaking part" in the Bible account of selling Joseph, but what captured you about Simeon? Or was it stuff later in the 12 tribes?
Says:
your "Dr. Angela Hunt" sign is beautiful!
jan
Terri L. Gillespie Says:
Mazel tov, Angie! I liked the first movie better and am looking forward to reading YOUR version of the sequel.
Brittanie Says:
I liked both movies. The only issue I have with the second is the scene where it is implied they are having premartial s*x. I want to read your version but otherwise I liked the movie. I love your books. :)
I am sitting in the Tampa airport at 5:30 a.m. Surely there is something twisted about this picture. :-/ The sun's not even up yet, so why am I? Oh, that's right. I'm speaking at a school in West Palm Beach this morning--the King's Academy. Terri L. Gillespie Says:
Woo-hoo, Angie! I have two of the Heirs of Chaira O'Connor. Now, I'll be able to finish the series.
And I liked the first cover--she looks like you!
Mocha with Linda Says:
Loved the Heirs of Chaira O'Connor series. Exciting news.
I was surprised and appalled at the dropping of apostrophes. But maybe it will get people to quit using them on "plural's"!!
Leslie Says:
Sorry to leave two comments, but I can't find that edition at Amazon for pre-order. Do you have a link from where you got the copy of the image?
Says:
Wa-Hoo, another series coming back. After receiving "The Note" as a gift, I started looking for your books, and they were the next four books of yours that I read. LOVED them! Congratulations. Clyde
Angela Says:
Yes, Leslie, there's a link to that pre-order on my website under "books>coming soon." Or try this one: http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0307458091/booksbyangelae0d
Brittanie Says:
I have read the Heirs of Chaira O'Connor series too. I loved them. This makes me want to reread them this year.
I have read The Canopy several times. :)
AFTON (da cooliest) Says:
Hey Angie, I attend The King's Academy and we're so excited for your arrival! Just wanted to let you know that a secretive group of apostrophe replacers is already organizing and we leave for Britain soon to correct this wrongdoing that will be taking place there. oh and BTW i'm lovin that Egyptian photo! very nice.
Says:
Hey Angela,
I also attend The King's Academy and cannot wait to meet you. I'll be in your writing workshop tomorrow during the day and cannot wait to hear you speak. You're an absolute genius and it'll be such an honor to finally meet you. I loved The Note and just ordered another book on Amazon. I think I'll be your number one fan!
In no particular order, Angela Hunt is a novelist, teacher, nana, mother, wife, mastiff owner, reader, musician, student, aspiring theologian, and bubble gum connoisseur. The things that enter her life sooner or later find their way into her books, hence "a life in pages."
Awesome....Sign me up too, Angie! Bravo!
Oh. My. That's AMAZING! I want to be like her!
Wow. I can't do that and I'm 40 years younger. Incredible.
That lady has two GOOD legs and a very strong back!
Oh ... my ... gosh!!!
Unbelievable. I'd slip a disc if I tried some of those moves.
Angie, I will try and find out what dance lessons will be offered on the cruise. Maybe I can put in a special request. Now who is bringing a video camera to record Angie's dancing and karaoke?
THAT is amazing! It will be awesome when I can ditch my wheelchair in Heaven and actually do some of that! :)
Ohmigosh! That's amazing. Awesome! Wish I could move like that. I can't dance . . . period. Let alone the Salsa.
Sign her up for Dancing With the Stars!
I want to be her when I grow up!!!
Lora B...maybe there is some way we can learn to dance in our wheelchairs now! It would be fun to try, though heaven will be even more fun!! Can't wait to get there!
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