My Stinkin' Cat Story!

What I forgot to add is that when the vet assistant asked about the cat's medical history and I told her she had six week old kittens at home, the vet almost didn't do the surgery! At that point, after all the drama, I wasn't going to take this cat home without having her spayed. Needless to say, the cat is spayed, all the kittens have been given away, and my wounds are healed!

Here's the blog post I mentioned by Jessica Patch (as a guest on Lisa Jordan's blog in July). Her story left me with a smile on my face. :)

What about you? Any traumatic animal experiences to share?

Bushel of Fun from Keli Gwyn

Here's a little peek into the Bushel of Fun I received from Author Keli Gwyn this week! I've already started using the lavender soap and the lovely aroma greets me every time I walk into my bathroom. My six year old said: "Mmmm, what is that pretty smell?" Keli, your gift keeps on giving! Thank you.

I shared this on Facebook, but I'll share it again: I'm now registered for the ACFW Conference in Dallas! I'm so thrilled to have this opportunity and I'm counting down the days until I can meet all of you face to face. I'm praying for the conference and our time together!

What about you? Have you won anything lately? What are you praying for?

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Don't forget to enter into my drawing for a free $15 Dairy Queen gift card! To enter please follow my blog (it's easy, just click the "Join this Site" button and follow the directions) and like me on Facebook! I will close the drawing on Sunday, August 5th at 11:59 p.m. You can be entered twice by following and liking!

This is for all NEW followers and old ones, too.

Friday Fun: 4th of July Minnesota Style

Today I have two very special guests with me! It was there first vlog - but they're so cute, I think they'll be here again soon. ;)

What about you? What did you do for the Fourth of July? Are you still celebrating?



I tried capturing the half a dozen lake home that

were lighting fireworks from their docks,

 but it was almost impossible



These fireworks were shot off from
the neighbor's dock









The storm that blew in because of the

intense heat & humidity











 

 

Having some fun before the sun sets...



Driving the boat with Grandpa





 


 



 

 

and Grandma Meyer



One of my favorite pictures! Here is the motor
operated parasail we saw over the lake.



 

A couple of patriotic cuties!

Friday Fun: Minnesota Style

If there's one thing I've learned about writing, it's that a good story should have a good setting. I believe the same is true for a good life and that's why I've chosen to live in Minnesota. It's a beautiful state and a wonderful place to live and raise a family. As you heard in my vlog, I was dubbed Miss Minnesota by my co-workers in Iowa because I talked so highly and frequently about my favorite state (this is no reflection on the great state of Iowa, however, as I speak highly of that place, as well!). So here are a few pictures from our week and, as you can see, there really is no place like home (if you live in Minnesota, that is...)




The Mississippi River is very high this year - check out the
trees that are under water!

 

We went with my parents and my
brother's family to a bike
& walking trail which crosses
the Mississippi on this old train
trestle. The dam is to the left
and the water rushes under the
bridge at a dizzying pace.

                  



 

Our oldest twin pointing to
the rushing water from the dam





 


The sun was setting as we packed up to leave

This is the same beach I played on as a child!

And last, but not least, the current corn report:
Knee high by the Fourth of July! All is well.
(This was taken from the car)



What about you? What state (or country) do you live in? What are some things you love about your setting? Have you ever been to Minnesota?

My First Vlog

I'm so excited to publish this blog post today! I've enjoyed seeing other authors in action and hearing their "real" voices on videos, so I thought I'd make one of my own. Between phone calls, neighbors mowing their lawn and the dog barking, I had to do more takes on this thing than I'd care to admit, but here it is. :)