Shine Issue 12

Shine Issue 12

Jan 5, 2021 | Shine

I am grateful to have the opportunity to give others the change to show off their art, photo, or other creative avenues. Keep sending them in and brag about yourself being published. Send in as often as you like. Be sure to share with your friends.

Also check out the Story Garden and feel free to email me a book you would enjoy having in the garden. If you are interested in reading for the Story Garden drop me a line.

Thank you all who participated this month. Enjoy the 'WINTER' pictures from various parts of the world.

Christmas Lights 1

Texas, USA by Patricia

Christmas Lights 2

Texas, USA by Patricia

Snow Time

Virginia, USA by Suz

The Live Nativity

Texas, USA by John

Christmas Ham

Georgia, USA by Katherine

Snow Blur

Maine, USA by Cindi

Snow Day 1

Maine, USA by Cindi

Snow Day 2

Maine, USA by Cindi

Christmas cookies

Texas, USA, by Amanda Jane

Christmas Bear

Australia, by Jo

Christmas Tall tree

Texas, USA by Patricia

For next month... send in your favorite FEB FUN 'shine'!

Shine Issue 11

Shine Issue 11

Dec 11, 2020 | Shine

I am grateful to have the opportunity to give others the change to show off their art, photo, or other creative avenues. Keep sending them in and brag about yourself being published. Send in as often as you like. Be sure to share with your friends.

Also check out the Story Garden and feel free to email me a book you would enjoy having in the garden. If you are interested in reading for the Story Garden drop me a line.

Thank you all who participated this month. Enjoy the 'WINTER' pictures from various parts of the world.

Adopted Happy Puppy

Virginia, USA

Santa’s chair

Dubai, UAE by John

Santa Came

by Kari

Pop!

Texas, USA

Outdoor Church

Maine, USA by Cindi

Christmas in Switzerland

Switzerland by John

Church Celebration

by John

Check me out!

Australia by Jo

Christmas Dinner

by Rachel

Christmas Angel

Texas, USA by Katherine

Hospital decoration

Houston, USA by Houston Fan

Home for the holidays

Texas, USA by John

Italian Christmas

Torino, Italy by Diann

Christmas in New York

New York, USA by Diann

Bird Talk

England, UK by Jo

Reading to my niece

Texas, USA by Diann

For next month... send in your favorite NEW YEAR, NEW YOU 'shine'!

December Updates 2020

December Updates 2020

Dec 11, 2020 | News

The most wonderful time of year

This has been a hard year for everyone in the world with the pandemic as it has effected everyone in one way or another. I do hope you can find one silver lining in it all. My husband and I spent two months traveling the country and enjoying the outdoors. It is always inspiring to be with nature. In the Smokies and came across some butterflies. We stayed out distance but I was able to record them enjoying a meal. Then in another part of the world we climbed “Dan’s Rock” in Rawling, MD. were we could see for miles.

The Moonling Adventures - The Serengeti

Books on sale December 14 on Amazon. Be watching for giveaways! The Little Girl and Little Boy in the Moon, along with their dogs, Shadow and Lola, take readers on an adventure to the Serengeti where they see lots of wild animals in their natural habitats.

Here are two great ways to discover books that support INDIE Authors.

Indie Authors

Indie Authors Bookstore works with independent authors from around the world. Make sure to check them out: Indie Lector Store! Through the Eyes of Authors supports others by sharing their stories, tips with social media, and so much more. There are some outstanding books you will enjoy! Check out the Christma Specials, and you might win a prize.

Be sure to join us on the last day of "The 12 days in December" on Facebook live Prizes will be given! So check us out! "Wealth of Health Events". Mark your calendar for Dec. 31. "Wealth of Health Events" with Dr. Jacalyn . Dr. Jacalyn has personally inspired me with her business coaching. I bet you hear something that will be just the tip you need for the New Year! Through the Eyes of Authors is a beautiful group with dynamic leaders. For Christmas, they are sharing ways you can find some excellent books with incredible deals. Make sure you check them on Facebook live, and if you missed the Live, catch the replay. I will post on my Facebook page.

Christmas Trivia

Trivia Answer from the newsletter! Tinsel!
Enjoy! This is Thanks to: The White Elephant Rules

  1. In the song “Frosty the Snowman,” what made Frosty come to life? 
  2. Who played George Bailey in the Christmas classic “It’s a Wonderful Life?” 
  3. Per a recent holiday fad, what “spy” hides around the house, reporting back to Santa on who has been naughty and nice?
  4. How many reindeer are featured in the poem “Twas the Night Before Christmas?”
  5. What beverage company has been using Santa Claus in its advertising since 1931?
  6. According to legend, what holiday goodies were shaped to resemble a shepherd’s staff, as a way to remind children of the shepherds who visited baby Jesus?
  7. In the movie “A Christmas Story,” what was the name of the next door neighbors whose dogs ate the Christmas turkey?
  8. What figure from English folklore came to be associated with Santa Claus?

1. An old silk hat / 2. Jimmy Stewart / 3. The Elf on the Shelf / 4. Eight (no Rudolph!) / 5. Coca-Cola / 6. Candy canes / 7. The Bumpuses / 8. Father Christmas

COMING SOON >>>

I am also busy working with the publisher and illustrator for the release of a new book. I cannot wait to tell you all about it. Be watching for a reveal and much more!

Remember to check out SHINE and become a part of SHINE! Everyone deserves to SHINE!

Fun with Words – Issue 11

Fun with Words – Issue 11

Dec 2, 2020 | Words

Highlighting people in the past and present in all the amazing ways they embraced imagination: acting, singing, storytelling and writing

One common thread is The Power of words: The more we understand and build our vocabulary, the more fun we can have with expressing ourselves in song, stories, acting and poetry.

Creativity

  1. David Bowie and Bing Crosby, British and American Singers, Enjoy their duet, Peace on Earth! 
  2. Dolly Parton a famous American Singer, Songwriter, actress and author. Enjoy her magic of song with Kenny Rogers, Christmas Songs.
  3. Amy Grant A famous American Singer and song writer. Enjoy her Christmas song, Breath of Heaven one of my favorites
  4. Elvis Presley, Singer, actor. Enjoy “I’ll Be Home for Christmas”.

Biographies

  1. Charles Tazewell author. He is a famous for the book, The Littlest Angel. One of the top Christmas book of all time.  Check out some of his other famous books and film hits. Many we still watch today. Homophones
  2. Raymond Briggs an English, cartoonist, illustrator and novelist. His book The Snowman becomes a movie and is a favorite today!
  3. Charles Dickens author of A Christmas Carol also known as Scrooge, The story has been told over and over for years, plays, movies and musicals.

Holiday Fun Words

Add to the list and then go to this link and make a word search puzzle with your words. Print out for word fun for friends and family.

  1. Angel
  2. Wreath
  3. Stockings
  4. Hot Chocolate
  5. Reindeer
  6. Gingerbread
  7. Presents
November Updates 2020

November Updates 2020

Nov 8, 2020 | News

Autumn Travels

My husband and I have been traveling from Texas to parts of the east coast. We have seen so many beautiful places and learned so much. I wish I could share everything with you. I feel blessed to be able to see all this beauty. I dreamed of traveling as a young girl, and how lucky I am, it is happening. Image: highlights from our drive up!

Thankful!

November 26 this year is Thanksgiving in America. It is time for families to gather, enjoy a meal with family favorites. Usually, aunts, uncles, grandparents, cousins, nieces, and nephews all join in with the immediate family. In our family, we remind ourselves of loved ones and share great new recipes to pass on to the little ones of today. This year many families will have to cancel or scale down their celebrations, but hopefully that sacrifice will help keep everyone safe so that next year there will be a full house! I hope you celebrate a day to give thanks in your country; it is a fun family time filled with many blessings. Make sure to check out Shine and see pictures sent in of things people are thankful for.

Washington Monument

My husband and I had a of the Appalachian Trail. Monument was a had no idea it was the honor of George the trail we were on was foliage. They had signs something interesting Enjoy a few of the fun time being on this part Seeing the Washington special surprise as we first one ever built in Washington. The section of beautiful with its fall along the way to learn about days-gone-by. pictures! Western Maryland has many hiking trails suitable for all skill levels. Check out Gambrill State Park and Cunningham Falls State Park for some examples.

Sandy Spring Farm

I had a fun time picking the lettuce and dinner and walking through the and okra fields. Tom shared what all goes into an was a huge learning curve for me and appreciated. I encourage you to visit near you and discover what all it takes to produce the food we enjoy from our local farmers. Check out mason bees, some of which are nestled in their cocoons on Sandy Springs Farm ready to come out and pollinate the crops in spring.

COMING SOON >>>

I am also busy working with the publisher and illustrator for the release of a new book. I cannot wait to tell you all about it. Be watching for a reveal and much more!

Remember to check out SHINE and become a part of SHINE! Everyone deserves to SHINE!