BUSY BUSY BUSY

I haven't posted in quite awhile. I guess with taking college classes, working and dealing with daily life I have been too busy to reflect. I decided to take a little break from the whirlwind and post today.
I have really enjoyed my American Government class this session. My Professor Samuel Downs is a great guy. He has been in the Military for over 24 years and is now in the Air Force Reserves. I guess his life experiences have enabled him to be the great professor that he is.
Well Dead X's in Texas was released officially on December 5Th. I celebrated by sharing a copy of it with Santa.
I was visiting Cousin Nancy's Blog the other day and was saddened to hear Kinky's dog Gooie had crossed the Rainbow Bridge. Gooie was a great dog. I know Kinky is very sad.
I was able to get some gifts for my family this years which made me feel good. I have not been able to give gifts during the holidays so this was really a boost for my moral.
I have also been able to arrange three book signings for the coming months. I will keep on a plugging until I get at least 3 more. You can check my web page to get a look at my upcoming events.
I have grown tired of the run around that Wal-Mart has given me about getting my books listed in their stores. They tell me it is Anderson Merchandising that is responsible and the representative for Anderson tells me that it is Wal-Marts fault. Well the way I see it they are both losing out.
Candy is growing and starting to learn a little more. Bridget is just as spoiled as ever. I still miss my Mater with every fiber of my being. That little guy took a huge part of me when he crossed the Rainbow Bridge.
I don't know what else to add so I will cut this one short. Happy Holidays to all and I hope you have a Merry Christmas, Happy Hanukkah, and a Happy New Year.

Dead X's in Texas set to be released

The second book in my series will be released on December 5th. If you have already ordered it from Publish America then they will be shipping the early orders out now. I have a book Signing scheduled for Saturday February 6, 2010 from 2:00pm to 4:00 pm
I can't wait to tell Kinky.
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2701 Parker Rd.
Bldg. A., Ste. 700
Round Rock TX 78681

Remember to Remember

Life takes us down different paths some rocky some narrow. I guess I spent most of my life looking out at the world from what seemed to be a dungeon. Those of you know that in the past two years I have made a few drastic changes in my life. Well I guess you can say that I have actually have a life now. After waking up disgusted with the way my life had turned out I started working my way out of the rut I felt I was in. The first thing I did was get my truck running so I could get a job. I wasn't picky I just took the first job I could get which was working in the Kroger Deli. I stayed there while I wrote my first book Out of the Texas Mist. Once that was in the works to get published I ended up moving over two hundred miles from everyone and everything I knew.
There was two people that gave me a roof over my head until I was able to get out on my own. I will always thank Don and Sharon for that. I was able to rent a little trailer from them until I met this guy who seemed to stir up all kinds of emotions in me. I have been gone from my family for more than a year and I do miss them dearly. I know I sit here silently and ponder where I am headed next and there are times I am so tired from work all I want to do is curl up in a ball and cry.
Yesterday John brought up the fact that I am not the same person he met a little more than six months ago. He said that I had become quiet and sullen. He said that he missed the Cindy that he had met and grown so fond of.
I didn't realize that I had fallen back into those deep dark caverns that I had struggled so hard to climb out of. Heck I still have some of the scars from the fight for freedom. I have problems trusting men and I refuse to believe that I am worthy of any ones love other than Mater and Bridget. I lay in bed last night listening to the night sounds and I realized that I had failed to change the channel when negative thoughts took me over. I had allowed others negativity to rub off on me. I had allowed the circus that most people know as Wal-Mart to suck me under into the dark abyss. This morning as I rode silently to work I made an oath to myself. I promised that I would REMEMBER TO REMEMBER. I had came a long way and I was not going to let a few set backs put an end to my journey. I still do not know where exactly I belong but I do know that a great family has taken me in and made me one of theirs. Jim and Lydia are angels in their own right. I have a place to lay my head and food to nourish my body. John has became a great friend and confidant. I could not think of anyone else I would like to go fishing with. Mater and Bridget are happy here on the ranch and we all feel safe. I need to remember to be grateful with each step I take. I need to be appreciative of all that I have. I need to count my blessings and thank those that I see everyday that add to my life. I have great friends and a great family both here and back in Spring. I will not let those little bumps in the road knock me off course. Back to being positive. Thank you John for bringing the back sliding to my attention. Sometimes it takes a little tough love. Now that I know I was coasting I think it is time I take control of my life once again. I will start by calling my publisher tomorrow to see what the hold up is on Dead X's in Texas. They sent out an email stating the books are on sale for a huge discount. I can start by telling everyone I know to go to http://publishamerica.com and type in my name at the search box to order a copy while it is cheap. Heck it is over a $20 savings from the list price. I will get my butt in gear and really push both books. If I am going to ever escape Wally World I have to be persistent and positive.
Tally Ho

NOOO! NOT MY TRUCK

I hate to say it but I will have to part with my beloved truck. I have been Ms. Responsible and I want to make sure that all my bills get paid. Being off work has been fine but I know I will continue to see Dr. Krause in order to get my poor aching feet back to where they need to be. I posted an ad on Craigs list and I am surprised at how many calls we have received. People want to come and see her but John and I have been bust the last couple of weeks so we have put them off.

Saturday will be the one year anniversary since I packed up and ran away from home. A lot has happened since then. My first book Out of the Texas Mist was released. I had a book signing and now my second book Dead X's in Texas will be out soon. I guess we all have to grow up sometime.

I met this sweet Marine that kind of took the bull by the horns and took over my whole life. I enjoy being around him and I don't complain when he tries to spoil me. I'm not used to being treated like that. Needless to say things are still changing well at least it is for the best.

And so it begins

I just finished my Authors Questionnaire for Publish America. Once I send it to the publisher the process will begin. Yesterday as John and I went out for a few errands we stopped off at Double Horn Creek to wet our lines. There I saw a wildflower I had always loved so after a short conversation with it we decided it would be okay to transplant her the same way I was transplanted. She smiled as I uprooted her then packed her in wet paper towels for the journey to the ranch. When we arrived back at the pea pod I transplanted her in the corner of our little patio.

Transplanted




I have to admit that I love it here on the ranch where everything is peaceful. John is such a dear man and he knows just how to keep me happy. We sit out on the little patio at night watching the sunset and making plans for our future.

A new life forming

Mater and Bridget are happy here and it shows. They have made new friends but I am amazed at how well they get along with John's cat Emily Lou. She seems to tolerate the two of them and Mater can't seem to get enough of her. Sometimes he gets a bit carried away and she has to let him know that enough is enough.

Enjoying Family

A new friendship

father and daughter

Last week I had the pleasure of meeting John's daughter Nicole. She came down for vacation and needless to say John was ecstatic. They took off for a day leaving me to my own devises so I worked on the new book Dead X's in Texas. I had fun making a picture for the publisher to consider as the cover.

Possible Book cover

All in all my life is full of adventure and good times. I have a little Hill Country family and then I have my kids that live in a land far away. I talk to them on a daily basis but I'm glad that I made that move a year ago. It's amazing what changes can happen in one short year.

Nitrous charged

Last week the hunky Dr. Krause fixed my aching left foot. He made an incision then injected Nitrous oxide into three locations thus putting the nerves to sleep so I can walk without pain. I have to admit it worked like a charm. Now we have to wait a week or two before he does the same thing to my right foot.You have to admit it is pretty cool having a nitrous injected foot. I wonder if I can go faster now that I'm nitrous charged.
I have to admit that I am enjoying my leave of absence from work. I am taking this time to figure out where I want to go next in my life. The publisher has my contract for Dead X's in Texas now so the publishing process is about to commence. I have John to help me with the publicity and book signings so hopefully I will do a little better with the second book. The important thing is I need to stay positive. I know this rest will do me good and I will be able to go hiking and fishing before I know it. John and i have plans to start riding bikes soon. That will be great because all this sitting down and resting is making me impatient and cranky.
Thank you John for being there for me and thank you for all you have done. I'm starting to like having the Sarge in charge.

Back in the Saddle

Wonders cease to amaze. I am back in the saddle so to say. I finally have a computer and an internet connection. I must say I really missed blogging. A lot has happened in the past few months. I am now a kept woman since I now live with John in his little pea pod along with Mater and Bridget.My second book will be released soon and I have had my first book signing. The strangest thing is I am on a leave of absence from work because of foot problems. The Dr. just put nitros oxide in my arch to kill the pains I have been having thanks to standing on my feet for long hours.Now for the sad news. My pretty red truck is up for sale. Now that i have a little time on my hands I can blog more regurlarly. Wow it is good to be back.

Who Knew I Never Expected it to happen

Well now that I am a single woman I did not expect this man to walk into my life and shake it all up. John has done just that. I love spending my time with him and must say Mater and Bridgett think he is now their daddy. The funny thing is I am so relaxed with him. He seems to know when something is bothering me and keeps me laughing. We take long drives, stop off at a moments notice just to go fishing and sometimes just sit for hours talking. I think the thing that touches me most is how he is such a loving father to his daughter. She may be miles away busy with her own life but he takes the time to send her imaginative surprises and little text and pictures.I wished my daughter Kikki had a father like that.
I have completed book number two which I ended up calling DEAD X'S IN TEXAS
Now I am just waiting for the publisher to send me the paper contract before the publishing process can take place. John has came up with a great idea for the cover so I am looking forward to seeing it. I have decided to include him in the next book. Just a few months ago I could not imagine having someone like him in my life. Who knew I never expect it to happen.