Update
@just4him (305561)
Green Bay, Wisconsin
August 17, 2022 8:41am CST
I promised an update before I left back in March. I've been in touch with several of you since I left, and a couple wondered when I would return.
I've been busy working on two books: Where Eagles Soar and Destination Love. I finished the fix-edit for Where Eagles Soar and started on the next major edit for the book. I need to get the POV corrected next with the book.
Destination Love is the next one I will publish after Where Eagles Soar. I expect both to come out next year.
In the meantime, I'm in the pool almost daily, and with the exercise class three times a week. I'm also doing rock painting again.
I had a wonderful birthday party where I gave rocks to everyone who came. I gave away many rocks, which gives me the opportunity to paint even more and build up my collection again.
I still do my daily Bible study. I started a new study a little over a month ago. I also added several people to my e-mail contacts who expressed they wanted me to add them to my list.
In another month we'll be in my favorite seasons of the year, fall followed by winter. I'll be so happy to see summer leave. I'm seeing a few leaves changing color, so it won't be long now. Only a few more weeks.
I know in some parts of the country school has already started. We start next week.
With the return of school and fall, football season is upon us. We lost the first pre-season game to the 49ers. So, the football rivalry is back between @theHorse and me. We've been messaging lately.
Okay, that's what's happening with me. I hope you're all doing well. I don't know when I'll bring another update. Thanks for reading. The image belongs to me. A deer on my side of the building.
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@sjvg1976 (41132)
• Delhi, India
18 Aug 22
@jobelbojel I think it was Anna and daddyevil who told us about her.
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@jobelbojel (34729)
• Philippines
18 Aug 22
I think it was Carol who told me that she is busy on her books. Or Anna or Rebecca. I can't remember.
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@wolfgirl569 (94806)
• Marion, Ohio
17 Aug 22
You have been staying very busy it seems. Glad things are going very well for you. Miss and think of you but understand you needed the break. Just keep enjoying life.
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@everwonderwhy (6696)
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17 Aug 22
Hi, Valerie. I have not been here consistently. But you are one of dear friends here I Iook up when I'm here to visit.
I'm so happy about your amazing books. Congratulations! I do admire you. Do you use Scriviner in structuring and outlining your novels? How do you come up with amazing stories? Advice, please?
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@just4him (305561)
• Green Bay, Wisconsin
17 Aug 22
Thank you for the wonderful compliment.
No, I don't use Scrivener. I've heard of it. I always have ideas. I have two new ones I'm working on, and one not written down yet. My advice - When an idea forms, write it down. You never know where it will lead.
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@everwonderwhy (6696)
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18 Aug 22
@just4him Thank you so much! Have you heard of FaithWriters? Many Christian authors promote their books there. Maybe you could have a look and join up?
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@CarolDM (203454)
• Nashville, Tennessee
17 Aug 22
There she is. My sweet friend. So happy to see you. By the way, I sent you an email a few weeks ago about my surgery and it was returned. Has it changed? You can message me here if you want. Happy late Birthday. So happy about your books and how well things are going for you. Love the photo. Take care of yourself.
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@Butterfingers (66585)
• India
17 Aug 22
I'm making a comeback of a sort and good to see you back as well
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@kareng (54331)
• United States
3 Nov 22
It's good to see an update from you. I haven't been here myself for several months. I kept getting the message that the site was not secure and it would not let me connect. I tried it again tonight out of the blue and I'm in!! I have been busy with the flea market, Farmasi and working at the boutique. It sounds like you have made a lot of progress on your writing and will have a lot to look forward to in the new year--two new books! That is awesome! Take care!
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@kareng (54331)
• United States
3 Nov 22
@DaddyEvil 
We are okay. Hubby has been fighting sinus infections and I am coming down with something right now. Going to take a Covid test later today :( How are you doing and Pretty?
We are okay. Hubby has been fighting sinus infections and I am coming down with something right now. Going to take a Covid test later today :( How are you doing and Pretty?1 person likes this
@DaddyEvil (137145)
• United States
3 Nov 22
@kareng Oh, I see. I hope it isn't Covid. And I hope you both feel better quickly.
We're doing fine, thank you. Did I tell you I've applied for disability? The lawyer thinks I should get it but we won't know for a while yet. (I applied about three months ago.) Of course, there's always the possibility that I won't get it, too.
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@DaddyEvil (137145)
• United States
3 Nov 22
When your laptop/computer says a site isn't secure, clear your history and browsing data then try logging into myLot again. That usually fixes the problem.
I've been wondering about you and hoping you and your hubby were doing okay. It's good to see you back on myLot. 
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@celticeagle (158738)
• Boise, Idaho
17 Aug 22
I am looking forward to fall and winter too. It has been too hot and with very little rain.
Sounds like you are keeping busy with your writing. Two books at a time huh?
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@celticeagle (158738)
• Boise, Idaho
18 Aug 22
@just4him ........You are very lucky and I am glad you got this rain. I hope we get some here soon.
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@just4him (305561)
• Green Bay, Wisconsin
18 Aug 22
@celticeagle I hope you do too.
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@ptrikha_2 (45422)
• India
18 Aug 22
For a long time, I was wondering why you have been inactive.
Then recently during a discussion, I came to know from DE that you have taken a break to devote more time for the books. Glad to see you back here. Rock Painting would be an exciting thing to do. I am sure that it is thoroughly enjoyable. Have a nice time ahead.
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@ptrikha_2 (45422)
• India
19 Aug 22
@just4him
So would you be more active on Mylot again or are you yet to decide that?
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@ptrikha_2 (45422)
• India
19 Aug 22
@just4him
My best wishes with you for your books.
By the way, my life has seen a lot of developments - a mix of good and bad over the last few months.
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. I'm sure there will be more happy rocks that will be painting by then too. 
@MarshaMusselman (38616)
• Midland, Michigan
19 Aug 22
I'm glad you're doing well and that you're making progress on your books.
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@MarshaMusselman (38616)
• Midland, Michigan
19 Aug 22
@just4him I know from experience in editing the works of others that it is a lot of work.
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@just4him (305561)
• Green Bay, Wisconsin
20 Aug 22
@MarshaMusselman Yes, it is.
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@kobesbuddy (74448)
• East Tawas, Michigan
17 Aug 22
I was planning to e-mail you this week, to find out how you're doing. Rock painting is a very nice pastime! I've seen painted rocks outside our public library, a couple times:) We have deer coming in at night, I can hear them chomping on the flowers! lol I'm glad you are doing so well
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@just4him (305561)
• Green Bay, Wisconsin
18 Aug 22
Thank you. The deer are a beautiful sight. They don't come on my side of the building very often.
I hope you're doing well also.
@just4him (305561)
• Green Bay, Wisconsin
18 Aug 22
@kobesbuddy It makes me happy too. I love the cooler mornings.
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@kobesbuddy (74448)
• East Tawas, Michigan
18 Aug 22
@just4him We are doing pretty good:) Summer has really gone by fast, which makes me happy! lol
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@arunima25 (85265)
• Bangalore, India
22 Aug 22
I was wondering about your absence. And I did think that it must be something related to your books keeping you busy. And I am glad that it was the reason and not something to worry about.
Happy to get the updates. You sound so busy, active, cheerful,and in good spirits.. I hope that we get to see you more active here.
Enjoy your rock painting. It's a lovely engagement and they do make lovely gifts. Take care . Wishing you all the best for your books
. I hope that we get to see you more active here.
Enjoy your rock painting. It's a lovely engagement and they do make lovely gifts. Take care . Wishing you all the best for your books2 people like this
@just4him (305561)
• Green Bay, Wisconsin
26 Aug 22
@arunima25 They are. Thank you.
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@arunima25 (85265)
• Bangalore, India
26 Aug 22
@just4him They all sound like productive ways to stay engaged.
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@kaylachan (57383)
• Daytona Beach, Florida
17 Aug 22
It is good to hear from you again. I knew you had plans to leave for a while. I think life seems to have treated you well in your abase. Good luck with both books.
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@kaylachan (57383)
• Daytona Beach, Florida
18 Aug 22
@just4him I'm glad it is for you.
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@just4him (305561)
• Green Bay, Wisconsin
18 Aug 22
Oh my! I hope the rooster is all right. Wildlife is beautiful to look at but can be dangerous.
@DeborahDiane (40044)
• Laguna Woods, California
18 Aug 22
@just4him - Thanks for the update. I had wondered where you were! I know how time-consuming it can be to write a book, so I'm glad you took the time to get it done.
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@DaddyEvil (137145)
• United States
18 Aug 22
Long time, no see, DD! How have you and your family been?
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@oahuwriter (26780)
• United States
17 Aug 22
Cute little wild visitor! You've been very busy! Glad to see you back! Happy book sales! Where are you published for online & paperback books?
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