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My mother like to say that everything happens for a reason. Maybe you needed that first experience to make this recent one that much sweeter!
Good luck! Love the excerpt.
L.O.V.E. it. And even though I have nothing that would match it, I would have to opt for the Mandarin Orange… that is if I gave into my own bag lust… which I won’t. Ah-hem. Back to work for me. When is the recession over?
Kudos to you for having the courage to end an agent-relationship that wasn’t working – and for not giving up on writing.
I hope the new agent and the new book catapults you onto the New York Times list!
Thanks so much for posting this link – it made me stop and count my blessings. (And bookmark http://www.Dooce.com)
Go for the therapy! If two-thirds of the economy is based on consumer spending, wouldn’t you be doing the country a favor?
Oh, my. That just made me sigh with satisfaction. And smile.
Whoops. It’s getting late and I left my last name off of the above comment.
Yay, Stef! Count me among those who found it easier to publish than find the right agent. It took me two to get it right, as well, and I don’t know many (not sure I know any, actually) who were fortunate enough to find the right fit first time out.
How right you are! All that hope and promise gone like smoke in the wind. Too bad they weren’t reading romance novels. Like life, they teach that happy ever-afters don’t just happen — we have to work for them.
Meant to suggest Flowers From the Storm by Laura Kinsale….the H/H really had their work cut out for them — which made the ending so fabulous.
I’m amazed it’s been eight years — for celebrities, that’s probably like 20 for normal couples.
Hearing what keeps long-married celebrities together is always fascinating. Even though their “tips for a good marriage” don’t seem any different from those quoted by 50th-anniversary couples in the local paper, it seems more important because of who’s saying it!
I happen to be in the market for a new bag; Purple is my new Power Color… but the Mandarin Orange would sure put some color into the drap winter we’re headed for.
Great post, Stephanie ~~ If I were writing the Madonna and Guy story I’d assume they were not calling it quits but at the Black Moment of their romance — when all seems lost but, if they both put that extra effort into the relationship they could have a HEA. Unfortunately in real life that doesn’t always happen but it’s the possibility of it happening that keepers readers turning the pages on romance or relationship novels, and hoping, in real life, that couples who have children and weathered eight years together could find that happy ending. Thanks for a thought provoking blog!
~~ Mary B
Wonderful post!
Maybe Guy and Madonna could’ve picked up a few tips from Paul Newman and Joanne Woodward.
A friend who went for marriage counseling quit after the counselor told her to “stop reading romance novels because they’re giving you unrealistic expectations.” Instead she stuck with her marriage a few more months, then gave up and took off with a new guy.
I always hoped the counselor would hear about it and change to better advice.
Best,
Emily
Beautiful people, wonderful costumes and setting, fabulous story and dialogue – plus great music……….. just doesn’t get any better than this.
Thanks for posting this link – what a lovely way to start the morning.
What a great way to kick off the weekend — now I want to go read Jane Austen for more. Thanks, Stefanie!
Maybe reading Persuasion by Jane Austen would help? It’s pretty much about second chances
(or any jane austen book since they’re all great ^^)
Where did this rain come from! I’m in a new pair of wool clogs, and although warm, VERY, VERY wet socks and toes.. urgh! If I wasn’t stuck working on the computer all day, I’d be shopping… have you come across a WARM pair of waterproof gloves, not too thick?
Love the boots! Hmmmm, I think I need a pair of the boots – and a pair of the cute little JCrew flats, too. The boots can keep me dry from October through… well, next October. And the ballet flats can sit on the shelf by my computer and remind me that sunshine will arrive one day.
Love the coat! Three hours in the chilly Northwest air on Halloween night?? Wow – I hope you got lots and lots of chocolate bars from folks.
I trick-or-treated in a Harry Potter cape – it covered me nicely from neck to toes, so cozy.
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I couldn’t agree more, Stefanie. Well said. In that spirit, I invited a neighbor to dinner. Her husband is away for two weeks and I know she’s lonely. That’s not much, but I’ll keep trying.
Pat Kay
Oh, very nice! Last week I saw a fake-photo of cars waiting to cross the border into Canada, explaining that’s what would happen if the “wrong” candidate won. But the image of people reaching out to neighbors, no matter which candidate won, is a lot more inspiring.
Laurie, who’s gonna go read to the blind
Bravo! I totally agree with you and I think that people put too much emphasis on the political parties and not enough on how we should find a solution to all these crises. I would have been okay with either candidates winning because the bottom line is that I want to see more unity among citizens. I know a lot of people are affected by the war, financials, job loss, etc and I can only hope that there will be improvements and solutions soon. I know we’ll get there if we all stick together.
Oh, Stefanie, your post brought tears to my eyes. What a lovely tribute to your dad and your mom. I didn’t know your dad, but I count your mom as one of my dearest friends, and I agree, she’s a champ.
Cancer has touched our family deeply, too. My beloved grandson lost his mom to cancer two years ago — this time colon cancer. She was only 40 when she died. It’s so horrible to watch someone you love die of this awful disease. I so hope we find a cure soon.
Thank you for sharing.
Hugs,
Pat
Oooh, this is a film version of a Jane Austen title I’ve never seen – must go find it immediately. Rupert Penry-Jones does brooding almost as well as Colin Firth. Yum.
Thank you so much for sharing your experience, Stefanie. I had tears in my eyes as I read. Cancer impacts so many lives – and pancreatic cancer is one of the worst. I’m off to join the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network – maybe if enough of us join and volunteer, we can help in finding a cure in the near future for this horrible disease.
I seem to recall that we were going to walk around Lake Washington to raise money for this…
Woo-hoo!!! Can’t wait to read them!
(and I love the video – such excitement, such energy!
Awesome! Can’t wait!
Stef, seriously, you’re taking him to DC? I can’t wait to meet the guy!
Oh Laurie, I wish I was travelling with the duke. Unfortunately I will be chained to my desk, writing away. Several escorts have offered to show Lord Randall the town, so look for him–hint, look low to the ground.;)
I can’t wait to see what adventures the Duke has in DC with all those wild and crazy romance authors. Yikes.
(seriously, you should have him escort Laurie to the Harlequin party. They can dance the night away. Of course, she’d need to dance low to the ground………..very….very…low to the ground.)