This gathering has a soft spot in my heart. It was at RT 2006, in Daytona Beach, that I, a middle aged, unpublished author, pitched to the publisher of the then Siren Publishing, Amanda Hilton.
The lady said yes, and from that moment on, my life was new again. I should point out that I was the 12th author signed to this wonderful company. Now, Siren-Bookstrand has more than 300 authors!
Not everyone is gifted with a second chance in life. It could be argued that my second chance actually occurred in December of 2002 when I underwent emergency open heart surgery. Regardless of when it actually took place, I have been given one, and I’ve done my best to do my best with the blessings I’ve received.
I’m honored to once more be one of the authors representing my publisher here at RT. If you’re going to be here, too, please come and see me at Club RT. I truly enjoy meeting new people.
You’ll all be pleased to know, I’m sure, that our TomTom performed flawlessly and got us here without a single wrong turn. It did want to take us across the border at Windsor, Ontario/Detroit, Michigan, while we instead wanted to cross at Sarnia-Port Huron, which we did—but the device took our human rebellion in stride, recalculating the remaining route for us without a word of complaint.
The entire journey entails about 8 hours of driving time, but we wanted to arrive unstressed, so we left a day early, and had a stopover outside of Lansing, Michigan. Leaving next Sunday, we’ll make the drive home in one day.
The hotel here is both beautiful—Hyatt hotels generally are—and huge. I can’t tell you how glad I am that I called ahead and booked a scooter for the week. It’s certainly isn’t an expensive proposition (much less of an expense than the valet parking is), and most definitely worth every penny to be able to move about freely.
My beloved is shaking his head and chuckling silently, no doubt recalling recent history and my reluctance to use any mobility assistance of any kind, except for my cane.
Everyone we’ve met here has been welcoming and eager to assist. We’ve been taking our time, getting to know the layout of the hotel, and getting to know the area of Rosemont just a little. We’ve been decompressing, and that is always a blessing.
On Monday we took a brief drive around, and found a Target Store and an IHOP. Tuesday was a quiet day for the both of us. My beloved had planned to tour some of the area museums, but found the muscle he’d pulled in his back just a couple of days before our vacation began kept him instead here at the hotel.
He never really minds this, though. He brought a few books with him, and is already planning what books he intends to buy at the upcoming book fairs. This convention features two such events—an e-book and graphic fair this Thursday, and a giant book fair on Saturday.
I was also blessed to spend the morning on Tuesday with New York Times Bestselling author Kelley Armstrong. Tuesday was release day for Kelley’s new book, The Calling. She’s not only an exceptionally talented author, she’s a very nice person, too. I feel blessed to call her friend.
Today, Wednesday, is the day the convention begins in earnest. The writers are here, the registration area is about to open, and the next few days of madness are about to unfold.
I’ll be very busy, of course, but I never mind that. I’m sure there’ll be time to squeeze in at least one dinner with friends.
Like many who come to RT annually, it’s my one chance in the year to touch base with my friends and grab a little renewal for myself.
Love,
Morgan
http://www.morganashbury.com
http://www.bookstrand.com/morgan-ashbury
Wednesday, April 11, 2012
Wednesday's Words for April 11, 2012
Tuesday, April 10, 2012
Just A Client is now available
Monday, April 9, 2012
New Release: Men of Station 23 by Stacey Espino
Tammy Palmer can barely control her uniform fetish when she walks by Station 23. The four firefighters she fantasizes over are pure sex and muscle. But Tammy's not ready for love after her last disastrous relationship, not to mention she's not even in the same league as these delicious men.
When the newspaper she edits for gives her the chance for a promotion from pushing pencils, she jumps at the opportunity. The only problem is she's expected to spend two weeks at the new fire station in preparation for the article.
Tammy's wanton desires are soon unleashed when she moves into the station. But good things rarely last, and Tammy's crazed ex returns, luring the men away from the station. He's determined to get her back at any cost.
Will the men of Station 23 be able to save the woman they've grown to love in time?
Angelic Forecast ~ #188
"Okay..." Well, why not? I ask myself. If Dhuroth believes I am capable, well, why not?
"Yes, that was a mistake I made with you in our past life together." His large fingers sensually comb through my hair. "I should have honored your warrioress spirit sooner."
"Warrioress spirit," I murmur, trying to 'see' into my past, and wondering what I was like then.
Mere seconds after that thought, I stand in the center of what appears to be an ancient colorful arena. Not huge, but not small, either.
I look down and see a version of a roman gladiator's outfit on a body that resembles mine, yet is far more toned, more golden in color and muscular in a beautiful way. What I see is a super duper looking 'me', and I am reminded of Xena, Warrior Princess. Although she and I do not look alike.
In the following instant, a weaponappears in my hand. It reminds me of a light saber, except there is a gold-silver gleam and a slight curve to the blade -- yet not a blade because it looks like a beam of light.
Thunder vibrates the ground, which is a reddish fine sand. As I whip around I am not hindered in moving my feet like I would be if I walked on a beach. Just the opposite.
I feel powerful, alive in a magnificent way as I face the thunderous rattling of everything around me. A hideous monstrosity of a beast lumbers toward me at a fast clip.
It has to be three times my size, and the black coloring is dull. Unpolished shale comes to mind. The misshapen nightmare thing is covered with large thick scales, which look like shields outlined by putrid shimmering colors.
I assume I'm supposed to fight this gorgon like beast. In moments, I witness the pure rage glittering its bulbous eyes, eyes that flash to that color of red no one wants to see on a monster.
"Am I supposed to slay you?" I ask beneath my breath, and despite my clenched jaw.
TO BE CONTINUED...
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ANGELIC FORECAST ~
'Reactivation' is the keyword for this week, and for the rest of the year, 2012. Humanity's true heart and 'lost' abilities -- many of them in the paranormal realm -- are being reactivated by the diamond-ray cosmic energies flooding Earth at this time.
One way the soulless ones, and their mafia-like minions, are countering this new knowledge, and the emergence of these powerful abilities, is by continuing their plan to manipulate the people of the world into the depths of poverty, from which there is no escape.
THEY, the soulless ones, will fail. However, humanity's battle to overcome their evil will be fierce and messy.
For the following week, every attempt will be made by THOSE who hate humanity, to rip our very psyches apart. Brain-drain Big Media will continue to present a picture of normalcy while increasing the levels of fear porn. The underlying message: if you quit feeding the dragon establishment, if you quit believing in our wizard-of-oz powers, our might-makes-right to RULE over you -- YOU *the people* will be oh-so sorry. Boom. Boom.
On that note, TRUTH becomes an 'explosion' across the world, then keeps on rolling in like an endless tsunami.
On the truth front, the war for your mind escalates at this point in time. This will cause the Great Divide to widen as if a new Grand Canyon suddenly appears, and a civil war mentality will noticeably emerge. From a previous forecast: "the Great Divide continues between ‘those’ who are part of the AWAKENING, and ‘those’ who choose either to remain ignorant, or are part of the DARK SIDE."
On the economic front, huge gamechanger events are on the horizon, and there will likely be a spotlight on banks involved in fraudulent foreclosures. As this crisis plays out, more and more people will take a stand against the bankster gangsters.
On the war front, look for the chess pieces to be moved around at a frantic pace. The pawns will become increasingly expendable. This means the 'innocent' around the world are being exploited and exterminated at a horrific rate by the evil powers-that-be. THOSE who would be king.
On the AWAKENING front, two, new-on-the-scene terms 'global weirding' and 'soul sickness' aptly describe these times. Now is time to resurrect ALL of your soul. The angels will assist anyone who desires this new 'soulfulness'.
On the personal front, as the TRICKSTER energy continues, take a good look around you. Ferret out any deceptions that are harming you and yours. Take right action to bring them to an end. Also, this is a week to be playful. Friends, dear ones, loved ones, and pets -- play with anyone else who is in this joyful mood.
On the food front, look for fresh Spring produce and indulge. If you haven't already, get to know your local farmers. Join an organic co-op. And, as always, it remains important to stock up.
On the land changes front, the weather wars are here. Three tech-advanced countries are sparring with each other, caring nothing for the lives they take and destroy. Also, Mother Earth quickens her changes, cracking and rearranging her terrain. Watch out, and prepare. A good supply of water becomes key to survival.
On the really bad news front, human fertility rates begin to plummet. This is due to several factors. The massive amounts of synthetic chemicals and toxins take their toll, as does the rise in radiation levels. Also, the current active cycle of the sun will temporarily decrease female fertility.
Trendwise, the following is quoted from a prior forecast ~ "At this time, the ancient megalithic sites, Stonehenge and other on-the-grid sites across the globe, are in the process of reactivating as centers of power. This is due to the current rise in cosmic energies, to the energy storms on the sun, and also due to the intervention of humanity’s extraterrestrial brethren.
Because of this reactivation, there will soon be a mass AWAKENING around the ancient magickal and shamanic ways. The time of true magick joined with Aquarian enlightenment is just around the corner" as has been spoken about in many previous forecasts.
Anything to do with the ancient knowledge and shamanism is important this week, and for the future.
Now is the time to let the magic of the universe embrace you, and give you a celestial hug. Humanity's future is flying among the stars.
Angelic blessings from Volcano & Sedona
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
Warning!!! The global elite [New World Order] does not want *you* to read this book. See ~ Powerful Dreams at my Kougar Kisses blog.
WHEN A GOOD ANGEL FALLS
~~~ Where angels fear to tread, 2012 Earth ~~~
World weary and worn out, the incarnated angel, Sedona, who believes she is merely human, has three choices after her old van breaks down.
Let the Nazerazzi squad of the North American Union capture her and force her into a FEMA concentration camp.
Walk out into the Arizona night desert, let the wildlife have a good meal with the hope her death will be quick.
Or does she dare trust the mysterious stranger suddenly before her?
Handsome as sin and all in black, he emerges out of the darkness.
Sedona wonders if the stranger on a superspeed motorcycle is her savior from the brutal endtimes.
Or, is he a roving cult member of the New World Order, hunting his next blood sacrifice?
***
It’s only a few days before Winter Solstice, December 21, 2012 ~ The end of the Mayan Calendar.
Sent from heaven to help Sedona save humanity, Zerr Dann knows the Divine is playing its last card on Earth.
He also knows Sedona is about to find out Christmas miracles still exist.
[Angelic Fantasy Erotic Romance]
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~~~ EBOOK & IN PRINT ~~~ a former #1 on Siren-BookStrand’s bestseller list
Author Discovery by BookStrand author, Lindsay Townsend.
~~~
~ HAVE A MAGICKAL MARCH WEEK ~
Kisses from Savanna Kougar...
~ Run on the Wild Side of Romance ~
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All Shades of Blue Paradise
[World of the Blue Pearl Moon, Book 1]
When a Good Angel Falls ~ In Print
[Winter Solstice 2012, Book 1]
Murder by Hair Spray in Gardenia, New Atlantis ~ In Print
[New Atlantis Trilogy, Book 1]
Her Insatiable Dark Heroes ~ In Print
[Chrontropolis, Book 1]
Stallion of Ash and Flame ~ In Print
Branded by the Texans ~ IN PRINT ~ A Siren-BookStrand Bestseller!
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Kandy Apple and Her Hellhounds ~ What happens when two of Hades’ most mission-accomplished Hellhounds find just the right witch for Halloween? ~ Ebook and In Print.
Thursday, April 5, 2012
TSTL (the author, not the heroine) and other miscellaneous things.
Well, I had a pretty TSTL (too stupid to live) moment of my own last night. Feel free to drop by my blog to read all about it.
http://tymberdalton.com
I'm also pleased to announce that Siren will be re-releasing my two BDSM books "The Reluctant Dom" and "Cardinal's Rule," as well as my Good Will Ghost Hunting books and "More Than Make-Believe." Keep an eye out on the schedule, or sign up for my newsletter on my site to stay tuned.
http://www.bookstrand.com/fire-and-ice
Blurb:
[Siren Ménage Everlasting: Erotic Paranormal Ménage a Trois Romance, M/F/M, M/M elements not involving the heroes, dragons, werewolves, consensual BDSM, whipping, spanking, HEA]
Lina thought surviving her Yellowstone vacation was hairy. She doesn't even have time to enjoy her newly discovered powers with her two hunky dragons before they and Brodey Lyall's wolf pack must band together again to find out who's responsible for grisly dragon murders.
As Lina finds out how deeply their tragic past is entwined with the present, new allies join their quest to hunt down the killer before he can strike again. But the more Lina learns about the past, the more questions she has.
In their transcontinental journey for justice against the vengeful and psychopathic cockatrice, Lina and her ever-expanding adopted clan have to rely not just on her random and unreliable incendiary powers, but on the skills and memory of a sadomasochistic immortal. The future happiness of the Lyall brothers depends on it, as do all their lives.
And she doesn't even have a Goddess 101 handbook.
Note: There is no sexual relationship or touching for titillation between or among siblings.
Note: This book ends on a cliffhanger and the story continues in the Triple Trouble series.
A Siren Erotic Romance
Tymber Dalton is a Siren-exclusive author.
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The correct order to read all of the Triple Trouble books and prequels is:
"Boiling Point" (Tasty Treats, Vol. 3)
Steam
Fire and Ice
Trouble Comes in Threes (Triple Trouble 1)
Storm Warning (Triple Trouble 2)
Three Dog Night (Triple Trouble 3)
Triple Dog Dare (Triple Trouble 4 - Coming June, 2012)
You can find all my Siren releases as Tymber Dalton, Lesli Richardson, Macy Largo, and Tessa Monroe on my Siren page at:
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Thanks!
Tymber.
Wednesday, April 4, 2012
Wednesday's Words for April 4, 2012
You’d be right.
It’s not that I’m schizophrenic, not at all, but I do have a dual personality. About some things I am a gung ho, let’s get ‘er done, take charge, damn the torpedoes and full speed ahead kind of gal.
And about other things—well, let’s just say that procrastination is my first, middle, and last names.
My beloved bought me a wonderful Christmas present this past December 25th, something that I really wanted and that will undoubtedly prove to be a great time and stress saver. He bought me a GPS unit for my car, a device called a TOMTOM.
This past week, we finally took it out of the box and began to learn how to use it.
Now here I must confess that what actually happened was that one day last week when my daughter brought her father home from work, they came into the house, and my daughter said, “Where’s the GPS?” Clearly they’d had a discussion in the car on the way home and decided that the time had come for me to breach this latest technological frontier.
She took it and the instructions, and, as my dear husband sent me a smug ‘so there’ kind of look, sat down and began to figure out how to use the device.
In my defense, I could point out to my beloved that it was also his daughter who put together his brand new 55 inch Samsung 3D TV and showed him how to use it, and who also comes over to ‘fix’ it from time to time when it ‘acts up’.
But I have to admit, I had put off learning how to use the GPS. I do much better when someone can show me how to use something new: when they can say do this, then that, then the other, and ta-da, I’ve got it!
To be honest, some of this modern technology intimidates the hell out of me. I usually can figure it out, eventually.
Given enough time I might even become proficient at it. Of course, given that same time, the creators of technological do-dads reinvent the darn do-dads and you have to start all over again.
This GPS device has proven, so far, to be easier to use than a lot of the other things I’ve acquired over the past year or so. I like that it talks to me. That way, I really don’t have to look away from the road and focus on it. I like that it gives me a 500 meter turn warning for upcoming turns, and that it repeats the instructions a couple of times.
And if I make a wrong turn it doesn’t chew me out. It doesn’t huff, get angry, or give me the cold shoulder. It just stays silent until it recalculates a new route for me to follow, starting from where I am. And then it resumes giving me directions as if nothing untoward had happened.
In other words, my new GPS device is a much better navigator—temperament-wise—than Mr. Ashbury.
As we were testing the device, and driving down one of the area’s major highways, I noticed that the GPS screen not only displayed the speed at which the car was moving, but the speed limit as well. Did you know, if you go 10 kilometers over the posted speed limit, those two indicator numbers on the TOMTOM turn red?
My daughter and I discussed this, and we wondered. If the device is capable of receiving information from a satellite, is it also capable of sending information to a satellite?
I can foresee a time when if your vehicle is equipped with such an apparatus, your driving in the red zone will be followed shortly by you receiving a speeding ticket.
I have every faith in modern technology. It definitely, eventually, and without fail will get you in the end.
It’s really only a matter of time.
Love, Morgan
http://www.morganashbury.com/
http://www.bookstrand.com/morgan-ashbury
Sunday, April 1, 2012
Angelic Forecast ~ #187
"Your energies responded too quickly to the force of the stargate." He caresses my hair with his large hand, and I adore it.
He encourages me, and I turn toward him, then rest my head against his magnificent chest. "What's the verdict?" I ask.
"The verdict appears to be favorable. However, a full discussion will take place. In the meantime, my Sh’raka, why don't we visit the location of the stargate?"
His voice vibrates my being, I swear. His words both excite and terrify me. I nod against his chest, and once again thank the divine for him, for my lion man... and for being here. On Mars.
"We will travel in my battle cruiser."
"Battle cruiser?" I interrupt, my gaze swinging to his majestic visage.
"Yes. I will show you how I fight the evil ones here on Mars. You, my beloved one, will learn how to fight alongside me."
"Okay..." Well, why not? I ask myself. If Dhuroth believes I am capable, well, why not?
"Yes, that was a mistake I made with you in our past life together." His large fingers sensually comb through my hair. "I should have honored your warrioress spirit sooner."
"Warrioress spirit," I murmur, trying to 'see' into my past, and wondering what I was like then.
TO BE CONTINUED...
~~~~~~
ANGELIC FORECAST ~
This week, those who FEAR freedom and courage -- THOSE who fear any act of goodness, or anyone with a good heart -- THEY now rise like leviathan serpents.
One of their primary 'divide and conquer' weapons against us *the people*, will be fostering race wars and class wars worldwide. These 'soulless ones' will attempt to light these 'wars' like bush fires in order to loose a firestorm of horror and chaos planet-wide. For, THEY must complete their evil endgame by the end of 2012 -- so they believe.
To this endgame, draconian measures against humanity will escalate. At the same time, LOVE and FREEDOM will soar on the wings of the angels lifting everyone toward a greater destiny. This destiny belongs to you. Grab hold and don't let go.
THE TRICKSTER force is one of the driving energies for the month of April. This will instigate the Rise of the Rabbit Tricksters. This means the population will align with their inner dragon strength, and learn how to deceive the jackboot system in effective ways. Thus, as oppression grows it will be met with clever opposition.
One such opposition is the mushroom-springing up of local script, or local currencies. New ways to trade and barter among ourselves will be discovered, and will be the salvation of many in these upcoming times.
At this time, another great division comes about on our world. There will be those who grow-up to the current diabolical reality, and take immediate action for the sake of themselves and their loved ones. Others will remain in a state of arrested development, choosing to believe in a kindergarten-like world as presented to them by big media.
On the economic front, the sins of the giant corporations will continue to be revealed at a rapid pace. This week there will also be a major push to bring about a 'one world' banking system. This will be done by making all of us believe this is the ONLY solution. It's not.
On the truth front, the 'paranormal' and UFOs are likely to be in the spotlight. Also, the real truth about humanity's ancient heritage ascends like a rocket ship. However, this truth will only be available to those who truly want it, and who will now begin to live in accordance. As well, many more of us will begin to see beyond the lies of the evil powers-that-be.
On the war front, games will continue to be played behind the scenes by the BIG CORP BOYS and GIRLS. New deals will be made, and the drums will pound faster and even louder. Every effort will be made to instill larger doses of FEAR into the populace at large. BEWARE!
On the AWAKENING front, the medical industry will be under heavy scrutiny by 'the people'. The high level of corruption will become more apparent to All, and this awareness will spread like wildfire. So-called alternative treatments will soon become the norm for many.
On the personal front, watch for the 'trickster' or the deceiver. This could be anyone who crosses your path, or anyone in your life, even those you have trusted in the past. At this time, con games will begin to permeate society as people look for ways to survive financially. Also, those professions who were trusted without question before, will be rejected by more and more people as knowledge of their deception sweeps across society -- via our Aquarian connection with each other.
On the food front, look for bargains that allow you to stock up, and those of you who garden, plant while the sun shines -- plant as many food plants as you are able. This will be crucial to us all.
On the land changes front, strangeness rules. Explosions and odd sounds that are not being explained will likely continue. Mother Earth is changing her appearance because it is time. In concert with the powerful vibes of the sun, Mr. Sol, she will keep creating Herself anew.
On the really bad news front, look for a rise in false-flag events across the globe.
Trendwise, The Quantum Launch Point is here. From now on 'time' and the days, the months, will speed by so fast, it will feel like a series of quantum leaps and launches.
What to do? Ride the dragon energy whenever you can, when it serves you in your life. And when you aren't able to ride this fierce energy, it advisable to stay out of the way.
At this point in history, the world will be changing at super-speed. Both, for the good and the bad. And, by the WILL of the people.
Know this: by the end of 2012 the world will be far different. Look for ways to assist the good changes. As well, look for opportunities in the market place to sell your products, your services, your talents, and your knowledge.
This is a week to raise your voice in song by yourself, or with others. Let your soul sing with every good thing you encounter.
Angelic blessings from Volcano & Sedona
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
Warning!!! The global elite [New World Order] does not want *you* to read this book. See ~ Powerful Dreams at my Kougar Kisses blog.
WHEN A GOOD ANGEL FALLS
~~~ Where angels fear to tread, 2012 Earth ~~~
World weary and worn out, the incarnated angel, Sedona, who believes she is merely human, has three choices after her old van breaks down.
Let the Nazerazzi squad of the North American Union capture her and force her into a FEMA concentration camp.
Walk out into the Arizona night desert, let the wildlife have a good meal with the hope her death will be quick.
Or does she dare trust the mysterious stranger suddenly before her?
Handsome as sin and all in black, he emerges out of the darkness.
Sedona wonders if the stranger on a superspeed motorcycle is her savior from the brutal endtimes.
Or, is he a roving cult member of the New World Order, hunting his next blood sacrifice?
***
It’s only a few days before Winter Solstice, December 21, 2012 ~ The end of the Mayan Calendar.
Sent from heaven to help Sedona save humanity, Zerr Dann knows the Divine is playing its last card on Earth.
He also knows Sedona is about to find out Christmas miracles still exist.
[Angelic Fantasy Erotic Romance]
~~~~~~
~~~ EBOOK & IN PRINT ~~~ a former #1 on Siren-BookStrand’s bestseller list
Author Discovery by BookStrand author, Lindsay Townsend.
~~~
~ HAVE A MAGICKAL MARCH WEEK ~
Kisses from Savanna Kougar...
~ Run on the Wild Side of Romance ~
Siren-BookStrand Author of ~
All Shades of Blue Paradise
[World of the Blue Pearl Moon, Book 1]
When a Good Angel Falls ~ In Print
[Winter Solstice 2012, Book 1]
Murder by Hair Spray in Gardenia, New Atlantis ~ In Print
[New Atlantis Trilogy, Book 1]
Her Insatiable Dark Heroes ~ In Print
[Chrontropolis, Book 1]
Stallion of Ash and Flame ~ In Print
Branded by the Texans ~ IN PRINT ~ A Siren-BookStrand Bestseller!
[Three Star Republic]
Kandy Apple and Her Hellhounds ~ What happens when two of Hades’ most mission-accomplished Hellhounds find just the right witch for Halloween? ~ Ebook and In Print.
Wednesday, March 28, 2012
Wednesday's Words for March 28, 2012
My family loves to tease me, about anything and everything. Frankly there are times when I amaze myself, because I always laugh and almost never get upset with them.
One such occasion recently had my loved ones speculating on the value of their “own personal retirement plan”—me. I’ve been fortunate to have found myself with a following. People actually buy my books! It’s exciting to me, because it means people are reading my words. That means, I’m a real writer!
Of course, my loved ones can sometimes have a more, shall we say, material view of things. One day, the entire gist of their teasing revolved around the idea someone had to chain me to my desk. The theory was that if I was chained to my desk, I could write more than I already was, thus completing more books in less time.
This was one of those occasions where, it wasn’t so much that I became upset as I did have something to say right back at them: If they wanted me to write more, then they needed to see what they could do to relieve me of some of the many things I do every day that cut into my writing time.
One of the tasks that I have been performing since the dawn of time—or so it feels—is getting up very early each day to take Mr. Ashbury to work. Mr. Ashbury doesn’t drive, you see, and so he must be driven to his job, and brought home again every day. There’s no public transportation—he works in a rural community.
On any given day I would take him there and then come home; only to return to pick him up at the end of his shift, and then come home again.
This is a drive of 100 miles each and every day, taking a total of about three hours.
Because I arise so early to make this daily, morning drive, I get home again anywhere from 6:45 to 7 am—and then I generally have to go back to bed, unless it’s a day I have my grandchildren to help get ready for school, first. Bottom line, I still have to have a morning nap, and don’t fully get busy with my own agenda until sometime after 10:30.
In the last few months I’ve noticed this early morning drive has seemed a bit more difficult than it used to be. As far as I’m concerned there’s no mystery there. I am simply getting older.
My family took my comment to heart. Two weeks ago, my daughter took over this morning commute, taking her father to work each day. She uses my car, and then gets to use it for most of her own work day, too. It’s a good deal for both of us, as I have more time and am less tired, and she saves money on gas, and wear and tear on her own vehicle, which quite honestly has seen better days.
She also picks him up in the afternoon, on all but 2 days of the week.
I don’t think I fully appreciated how much the early rise/early drive took out of me until I didn’t have to do it anymore.
I’m keeping my fingers crossed that this is a permanent arrangement. One never knows, because circumstances can change.
But as long as it lasts, I’m going to enjoy it. I’ll be grateful for each and every day that I get to wake up on my own—so far, it’s been between 7:30 and 8:30. I can ease into my day, and not have to worry about anything except waking up my brain and then getting to work.
And yes, I’m pleased to report that without that long drive and subsequent extra sleep, I have been able to get in a lot more writing every day.
Less wasted time feeling drowsy and more time being productive. What could be better than that?
Love,
Morgan
http://www.morganashbury.com/
http://www.bookstrand.com/morgan-ashbury
Monday, March 26, 2012
Angelic Forecast ~ #186
"Try spinning, my Sh'raka. Slow, very slow." As I attempt to spin around in midair, he encourages, "Think it, and it will occur."
Halting my attempt, I imagine myself whirling slowly. Almost immediately, I feel the sensation, and I open my eyes, not even realizing I'd shut them. Yes, I am rotating.
"Only spin slowly," Dhuroth cautions. "I will contact the Stargate Order, my rainbow one."
I continue per my lion man's instructions, and soon I'm surrounded by a strange kaleidoscopic light show.
In what seem like mere moments, I hear Dhuroth speaking as if from a distance. I send my ethereal gaze in his direction and see four faces, two men, two women...but they are not Earth human beings, if appearance is anything to go by.
Suddenly a desire to shoot up into space seizes me. I begin to rise.
"No!" Dhuroth shouts, his tone part command, part concern. "Cease whirling, Sh'raka." There is a pause and I try to stay focused on his voice. Yet something pulls at me... something irresistible.
"No," he calmly orders. "You must stop now."
Some part of me knows I must obey, or the consequences could be dire. I envision myself slowing, slowing more, then stopping.
Before I know it, my feet have touched the floor. Dhuroth grabs hold of me. Except for his gentle hold, I would feel crushed against him.
Certainly not a bad thing. "What just happened?" I ask, once my voice returns, and everything appears normal. Whatever normal is...
"Your energies responded too quickly to the force of the stargate." He caresses my hair with his large hand, and I adore it.
He encourages me, and I turn toward him, then rest my head against his magnificent chest. "What's the verdict?" I ask.
TO BE CONTINUED...
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ANGELIC FORECAST ~
From the ashes a fiery new freedom arises this week. This energy, this mood goes global, and spares no one who is part of the AWAKENING.
Also, for the next month's time, the LOVE in your heart comes to the fore in ways that cannot be dismissed. This LOVE is what the world needs now, as the song says.
At this time, the Aquarian love connection is here for All of us who wish it, for all of us who are willing to live it.
Because the time has come, All of us with real love in our hearts toward others will be coming together. We will be finding and uniting with each other. This 'time' is reflected by what occurred in the past. Fifty years ago, in 1962, the Beatles had their first hit, LOVE ME DO.
On the economic front, the dragon energy of 2012 rules. News headlines offered to the public this week will be designed to 'mislead' us into believing we have saviors waiting in the wings. However, what is called the 'petrol dollar' is in the dying process. Meanwhile, the dragon-like battle between GOOD and evil shows up larger than ever as the bankster gangsters come against the people in obvious and cruel ways.
On the truth front, this week many will realize that 'privacy' is sacred. In truth, privacy is a gift to humanity from the Divine. Any and all violations of privacy by merely one individual or by a government/corporate institution will incur the wrath of the Creator. From this point forward, consequences will be doled out.
On the war front, several sad and confusing trails will be laid down by the establishment. However, there will be a glaring incident that demonstrates one 'truth' about what is really happening. As always, follow the money trail.
On the personal front, this is a great week for any type of organizing task. This is especially true on the home front. Begin projects designed to make your house and land more liveable. Also, keep a close eye out for anything unusual, and back away if you get any kind of intuitive warning.
On the land changes front, Mother Earth will be mumbling, grumbling and rumbling. As the year progresses, there will be several 'major' earthquakes. Also, as has been forecast before, volcanic activity will increase in significant ways. There are also several 'black' hidden projects that are intentionally altering the weather, and not for the good.
On the really bad news front, the nightmare matrix, created by the soulless ones, ramps up and tightens. Every strategy will now be used to bring everyone onto the cyber reservation that is called social networking.
Trendwise, many will begin to realize 'fraud negates consent', and some who are bold in nature will start taking action in huge effective ways for the good of us All. This will be especially true in the housing industry, at this time.
This is a week to dance to the rhythm of your spirit, and enjoy the 'love is in the air' vibes of Springtime.
Angelic blessings from Volcano & Sedona
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Warning!!! The global elite [New World Order] does not want *you* to read this book. See ~ Powerful Dreams at my Kougar Kisses blog.
WHEN A GOOD ANGEL FALLS
~~~ Where angels fear to tread, 2012 Earth ~~~
World weary and worn out, the incarnated angel, Sedona, who believes she is merely human, has three choices after her old van breaks down.
Let the Nazerazzi squad of the North American Union capture her and force her into a FEMA concentration camp.
Walk out into the Arizona night desert, let the wildlife have a good meal with the hope her death will be quick.
Or does she dare trust the mysterious stranger suddenly before her?
Handsome as sin and all in black, he emerges out of the darkness.
Sedona wonders if the stranger on a superspeed motorcycle is her savior from the brutal endtimes.
Or, is he a roving cult member of the New World Order, hunting his next blood sacrifice?
***
It’s only a few days before Winter Solstice, December 21, 2012 ~ The end of the Mayan Calendar.
Sent from heaven to help Sedona save humanity, Zerr Dann knows the Divine is playing its last card on Earth.
He also knows Sedona is about to find out Christmas miracles still exist.
[Angelic Fantasy Erotic Romance]
~~~~~~
~~~ EBOOK & IN PRINT ~~~ a former #1 on Siren-BookStrand’s bestseller list
Author Discovery by BookStrand author, Lindsay Townsend.
~~~
~ HAVE A MAGICKAL MARCH WEEK ~
Kisses from Savanna Kougar...
~ Run on the Wild Side of Romance ~
Siren-BookStrand Author of ~
All Shades of Blue Paradise
[World of the Blue Pearl Moon, Book 1]
When a Good Angel Falls ~ In Print
[Winter Solstice 2012, Book 1]
Murder by Hair Spray in Gardenia, New Atlantis ~ In Print
[New Atlantis Trilogy, Book 1]
Her Insatiable Dark Heroes ~ In Print
[Chrontropolis, Book 1]
Stallion of Ash and Flame ~ In Print
Branded by the Texans ~ IN PRINT ~ A Siren-BookStrand Bestseller!
[Three Star Republic]
Kandy Apple and Her Hellhounds ~ What happens when two of Hades’ most mission-accomplished Hellhounds find just the right witch for Halloween? ~ Ebook and In Print.
Saturday, March 24, 2012
Bouncer’s Folly Live at The Log Line!
http://theloglineblog.blogspot.com/2012/03/bouncers-folly.html
Friday, March 23, 2012
Cover Art for Just A Client
Wednesday, March 21, 2012
Wednesday's Words for March 21, 2012
It’s spring! This is my favorite time of year, a time of renewal, of fresh air and sunshine, and endless possibilities.
This is the first year in a great many when the new season has actually snuck up on me. Usually, by March 20th, I’m rather desperate to be done with winter. Where I live, in Southern Ontario, we usually take a real beating, weather-wise, from October to March. But this past year we experienced the least winter-like winter I can remember.
Of course, I don’t completely trust that the snow is done for good. Too many times in the past, we’ve been dumped on with major snow falls or horrendous ice storms in March and April for me to do that.
I have a “blue box” with a lid that in the winter sits on my porch. It’s used to keep safety salt at the ready, and as I write this, that box is still on my front porch, and still more than half full of salt. It’s currently being used as a “table” by some in the family, who’ve placed it between the chairs there—they’ve already taken to sitting out on the porch in the late afternoon and early evening, and need a spot to set their coffee cups.
Last autumn, I finally got my beloved to put some flower bulbs in the ground for me. You may recall that I mentioned I’d only been asking to have bulbs planted for about 4 or 5 years. He planted tulips on either side of the wooden walkway that spans the lawn from the sidewalk to the steps leading up to my porch. The tulips are now up, and will likely bloom in a couple of weeks – Good Lord willing and the snow doesn’t fall.
Apparently, he also planted some daffodils, right under one of our bedroom windows. I say apparently, because, before I could actually see the one flower blooming there, my almost 18 year old grandson picked it for his girlfriend.
Suffice it to say that he’s keeping his distance for a little while.
There are other signs of spring around the Ashbury household, too. I’ve had to go out and purchase new ant traps. I’m not sure why, but every spring, we get a few dozen of the black ones coming inside the house.
If I could see one area where they get in, I’d place some bay leaves at that spot. I’d heard it said, and have proven it to myself in the past, that ants, for whatever reason, won’t cross over the bay leaves. Unfortunately, my house isn’t solid as a rock, so where the little soldiers are getting in is anybody’s guess.
The last couple of days have seen us enjoying lots of sunshine, with the temperatures soaring to around 77 to 78 degrees. That’s way above normal for March for us, of course. And while some flowers are sprouting—daffodils, narcissi, crocuses and my tulips—the trees here are still barren of buds, the fields still wear the matted brown cloaks of winter, and the sky itself hasn’t yet turned to that deeper blue. I
t feels like springtime, but lacks the depth of the season, to a great degree.
Of course one final sure-fired sign that it’s probably spring is the very real craving I’ve been having lately to start my spring cleaning. I’ve already thrown open the doors and windows, so the fresh breeze can blow the stale air of winter out of my house.
And I’ve been eyeing my windows—the ones on the house, not on the computer. I’m thinking they could use a really good cleaning. I want them to sparkle in the late March sun. It’s not really a task I can tackle all on my own, unfortunately. I’ll need some help. Maybe I can talk my daughter into lending a hand later in the week.
Mr. Ashbury has already told me I should just sit down and relax until the urge passes.
Love, Morgan
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Tuesday, March 20, 2012
New G-Spot!
Tantalizing Tuesday with Josie Dennis at Erin M. Leaf's place today!
Tantalizing Tuesday with Josie Dennis at Erin M. Leaf's place today!
See what Josie has to say about pen names and crackers!
Monday, March 19, 2012
New Release: Garret's Domination by Stacey Espino
[Siren LoveXtreme Forever: Erotic Paranormal Ménage Romance, M/F/M/M/M/M, werewolves, spanking, HEA]
Cassidy's emotions are scattered as she tries to find her place in Climax. She's done wicked things with Garret and his crew, and only craves more of their feral passion. But do they want her for more than just sex?
When an unknown threat comes close to home, Garret doesn't take any chances with Cassidy's safety. He takes her into his element, deep in the woods, where he can best protect her. Once alone, they're able to bond on a new, intimate level.
Garret fights his natural desire to mark the little human for his pack, afraid she'll reject them once she finds out what they really are. The Rockford wolves are playing dirty, and a suspicious visit from Cassidy's long-lost half brother only adds to the problems plaguing the pack.
Note: There is no sexual relationship or touching for titillation between or among the men.
NOTE! You are purchasing Siren's newest serialized imprint, the LoveXtreme Forever Series. This is Book 2 of 7 in the Wolves of Climax collection. These books are not stand alone. Each is a continuation of the previous book and must be read in the numbered order. Each book may end on a cliffhanger but usually with a happy-for-now for the heroine and one or more men. The final book contains a happily forever after for the heroine and all her men.
A Siren Erotic Romance
Sunday, March 18, 2012
Angelic Forecast ~ #185
Dhuroth gestures around his sunbeam command center... command center in my mind, anyway. "This is how I make contact with all those who are for Mars and are of benefit to our Solar System.
I nod in response, trying to absorb what I see... more what I am feeling, a strange and powerful bliss... not spacey, but focused.
At an inner prompting, I ask, "What do I need to know?"
"You are about to enter what some call the light body or rainbow body, my Sh’raka." At my questioning glance, Dhuroth continues, "A natural response to being in the Light, the sacred sunlight."
As if on cue, I feel floaty, then disoriented. I have the sensation of my mind splitting into rays. Within in my mind, I watch the rays emanate throughout the universe, throughout time.
"Oh, wow." My voice seems to permeate every molecule of air in the room. "Trippy," I say just to know the effect. Prismatic colors stream outward from me.
"Listen to my voice, beloved one. I will guide you."
My energies feel as though they gather around my lion man, and slowly whirl. "Yes," I answer, the sound as large as the room. My feet leave the floor, and I hover a bit higher. I see one bank of lights on the communication panels shining like pinpoints of colored stars.
"Try spinning, my Sh'raka. Slow, very slow." As I attempt to spin around in midair, he encourages, "Think it, and it will occur."
Halting my attempt, I imagine myself whirling slowly. Almost immediately, I feel the sensation, and I open my eyes, not even realizing I'd shut them. Yes, I am rotating.
"Only spin slowly," Dhuroth cautions. "I will contact the Stargate Order, my rainbow one."
TO BE CONTINUED...
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ANGELIC FORECAST ~
Magic and Majesty... at this time these vibrational forces are returning to humanity. This golden shower of frequencies will show up in every area of your life, if you allow it, if you encourage these vibes.
However, even if you don't, there will be demonstrations of magic and majesty on the world stage. Far more important, will be what you see and experience around you in your community.
Of course, THOSE elite on the dark side will take action to coopt these sacred vibrations, sent from the galactic center. Thus, discernment is vital to knowing which will be the true expressions of magic and majesty, and those entertainments that are only a smoke-and-mirrors facsimile.
Now, The Exposure Begins... a group that has been operating behind the scenes of human history are being revealed in a slow step-by-step process. This is necessary for human beings to realize their true heritage and their true power. For, this group would wrest all 'good' away from the human race.
For the next three weeks, there will be a crescendo of events, some good, some bad, that will flash by like the cascading scenes of a movie. The more of them you notice, the more you will be able to protect yourself and your loved ones.
On the truth front, at this crucial point in history, if we the people are to survive and thrive, then Truth, and what is called Sacred Truth, must simply be absorbed as knowing. This will not be by words or instructions from an 'authority', but by the spiritual nature of each individual.
On the economic front, deception of every type will rule. Also, the attitude of the bankster gangsters will be 'we CAN squeeze blood out of turnip'.
On the war front, at this time megadeath evil rises across the globe. For, the mass slaughter of the innocent is upon us by those who loathe humanity but would have you believe they are charitable, and love all people.
On the personal front, it's time to take big action in your life where opportunity shows itself. It's a gamechanger world right now, as has been spoken about in a prior forecast. Hang on, and change the game in your favor whenever 'opportunity' comes your way. Know also, the following week is about turning the game around on the gamer, and using their force against them.
On the land changes front, the Earth Mother moans and groans in a way that will make big news for the next several weeks. Treat her kindly. Likely, waters will be pouring from the skies often in a sacred cleansing this Spring of 2012.
Trendwise, it's all about the Aquarian Age this week. That is, freedom and major advances in technology and communication. Also, a new way of thought emerges, of how to be a human being on Mother Earth. As well, all things related to the air are in flux, and will change. The airline industry is one example.
This week be aware, prepare, and take care.
Angelic blessings from Volcano & Sedona
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
Warning!!! The global elite [New World Order] does not want *you* to read this book. See ~ Powerful Dreams at my Kougar Kisses blog.
WHEN A GOOD ANGEL FALLS
~~~ Where angels fear to tread, 2012 Earth ~~~
World weary and worn out, the incarnated angel, Sedona, who believes she is merely human, has three choices after her old van breaks down.
Let the Nazerazzi squad of the North American Union capture her and force her into a FEMA concentration camp.
Walk out into the Arizona night desert, let the wildlife have a good meal with the hope her death will be quick.
Or does she dare trust the mysterious stranger suddenly before her?
Handsome as sin and all in black, he emerges out of the darkness.
Sedona wonders if the stranger on a superspeed motorcycle is her savior from the brutal endtimes.
Or, is he a roving cult member of the New World Order, hunting his next blood sacrifice?
***
It’s only a few days before Winter Solstice, December 21, 2012 ~ The end of the Mayan Calendar.
Sent from heaven to help Sedona save humanity, Zerr Dann knows the Divine is playing its last card on Earth.
He also knows Sedona is about to find out Christmas miracles still exist.
[Angelic Fantasy Erotic Romance]
~~~~~~
~~~ EBOOK & IN PRINT ~~~ a former #1 on Siren-BookStrand’s bestseller list
Author Discovery by BookStrand author, Lindsay Townsend.
~~~
~ HAVE A MAGICKAL MARCH WEEK ~
Kisses from Savanna Kougar...
~ Run on the Wild Side of Romance ~
Siren-BookStrand Author of ~
All Shades of Blue Paradise
[World of the Blue Pearl Moon, Book 1]
When a Good Angel Falls ~ In Print
[Winter Solstice 2012, Book 1]
Murder by Hair Spray in Gardenia, New Atlantis ~ In Print
[New Atlantis Trilogy, Book 1]
Her Insatiable Dark Heroes ~ In Print
[Chrontropolis, Book 1]
Stallion of Ash and Flame ~ In Print
Branded by the Texans ~ IN PRINT ~ A Siren-BookStrand Bestseller!
[Three Star Republic]
Kandy Apple and Her Hellhounds ~ What happens when two of Hades’ most mission-accomplished Hellhounds find just the right witch for Halloween? ~ Ebook and In Print.
