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Connie Vines' Fragrance for Love Series
Tuesday, September 24, 2013
Friday, September 20, 2013
Act as if what you do makes a difference
Act as if what you do makes a difference. It does. -- William James
I would like to thank Rhobin Lee Courtright for including me in this month's Rhobin's Rambles Blog-Round.
This month's topic: Beginnings
An interesting topic, beginnings. As writer I tend to think in scenes and storylines. I know that every story makes two promises to the reader: an emotional one, and an intellectual one, since the function of a story is to make you feel and think. However, there is also a beginning to each day, where I, as a human being, must function in the act of day-to-day living.
As part of this day-to-day living, I am very much aware of how actions, words, and attitude have either a negative or positive effect on others.
Act as if what you do makes a difference. It does.
And if you are aware of Native American Culture, the Lakota know that what you choose to do at any given time, be it a good deed or an evil one, the consequences of that deed impacts seven generations. Seven generations!
This is why in both my writing and my living, I try to take the high road. I am not saying I always succeed, but I at least aim for the target.
I also strive to keep my characters in check. Even when my villians do truly terrible things (Sister Enid to Tay in Whisper upon the Water), I show motivation and life events so that the reader understands why this event took place; but I never paint the behavior as acceptable.
Beginnings to a story should give the reader a person to focus on, yet in your life's story: you are the main character.
Look at some of the beginnings in your own life. What have you learned, what stories do you have to share?
Ummm. . .what have I learned? I've learned that gators can run. . .very fast. I learned that on a family vacation to a south Georgia swamp. While that did not make a particularly wonderful life event (especailly at the beginning of the day), but it will make a great scene in a novel or short story.
I also strove to set an example.
1. I did not scream as I ran. I prayed that my sons would not witness their mother being chomped on by a bellowing alligator.
2. I explained that my actions (going down to the water's edge) weren't very wise.
3. We discussed what we might watch for so the event was not repeated.
4. After we left the swamp we stopped at a local eattery for fried gator tail. Yes, not taking the high road here. We called it 'regional food' and left it at that!
If you have a moment or two, please download my Rodeo Romance Series:
Lynx (contemporary romance), Brede (romantic suspense), or my YA novel, Whisper upon the Water. All are available on Amazon,com
Now let me introduce you to Rhobin Lee Courtright.
I hope you are enjoying this month's Blog-Round Event.
Connie Vines
I would like to thank Rhobin Lee Courtright for including me in this month's Rhobin's Rambles Blog-Round.
This month's topic: Beginnings
An interesting topic, beginnings. As writer I tend to think in scenes and storylines. I know that every story makes two promises to the reader: an emotional one, and an intellectual one, since the function of a story is to make you feel and think. However, there is also a beginning to each day, where I, as a human being, must function in the act of day-to-day living.
As part of this day-to-day living, I am very much aware of how actions, words, and attitude have either a negative or positive effect on others.
Act as if what you do makes a difference. It does.
And if you are aware of Native American Culture, the Lakota know that what you choose to do at any given time, be it a good deed or an evil one, the consequences of that deed impacts seven generations. Seven generations!
This is why in both my writing and my living, I try to take the high road. I am not saying I always succeed, but I at least aim for the target.
I also strive to keep my characters in check. Even when my villians do truly terrible things (Sister Enid to Tay in Whisper upon the Water), I show motivation and life events so that the reader understands why this event took place; but I never paint the behavior as acceptable.
Beginnings to a story should give the reader a person to focus on, yet in your life's story: you are the main character.
Look at some of the beginnings in your own life. What have you learned, what stories do you have to share?
Ummm. . .what have I learned? I've learned that gators can run. . .very fast. I learned that on a family vacation to a south Georgia swamp. While that did not make a particularly wonderful life event (especailly at the beginning of the day), but it will make a great scene in a novel or short story.
I also strove to set an example.
1. I did not scream as I ran. I prayed that my sons would not witness their mother being chomped on by a bellowing alligator.
2. I explained that my actions (going down to the water's edge) weren't very wise.
3. We discussed what we might watch for so the event was not repeated.
4. After we left the swamp we stopped at a local eattery for fried gator tail. Yes, not taking the high road here. We called it 'regional food' and left it at that!
If you have a moment or two, please download my Rodeo Romance Series:
Lynx (contemporary romance), Brede (romantic suspense), or my YA novel, Whisper upon the Water. All are available on Amazon,com
Now let me introduce you to Rhobin Lee Courtright.
I hope you are enjoying this month's Blog-Round Event.
Connie Vines
Monday, September 16, 2013
Fall Contest!
http://bwlpp.blogspot.com/2013/09/win-amazon-gift-card-from-books-we-love.html
This contest will run November and December-- just sign up for a chance to win!
Saturday, August 17, 2013
My Last Post at TRS. Log on For a Chance to Win: Giveaways and Wonderful Gift Cards!
My last post during TRS End of the Summer Bash shares with my readers the story behind my novel "Whisper upon the Water".
What co-star of a well know Western television series encouraged me to complete my novel?
Log on and find out!
http://trsparties.com/2013/08/18/whisper-upon-the-water-ya-novels-arent-just-for-young-adults-any-longer/
What co-star of a well know Western television series encouraged me to complete my novel?
Log on and find out!
http://trsparties.com/2013/08/18/whisper-upon-the-water-ya-novels-arent-just-for-young-adults-any-longer/
Monday, August 12, 2013
Enter to Win a $175.00 Amazon.com Gift Card!
http://trsparties.com/author/connievines/. Join me in the new release bash at The Romance Studio!
Many prizes, including gift cards and free books. Don't delay because the party only runs from August 11 - August 17' 2013.
I hope to see you there!
Connie
Many prizes, including gift cards and free books. Don't delay because the party only runs from August 11 - August 17' 2013.
I hope to see you there!
Connie
Saturday, August 10, 2013
This Month's Contest will be Held at The Romance Studio
Everyone,
it's contest time again. Yay!
I'll be blogging at the "Princess Plotting Party" at TRS Parties (link will pop up on my site during party time) .
I am giving away 2 ebooks and a gift card. TRS is giving away many, many great prizes.
I will also be Round Robin Blogging on August 24th!
Login tomorrow for more info and links!
Happy Reading,
Connie
it's contest time again. Yay!
I'll be blogging at the "Princess Plotting Party" at TRS Parties (link will pop up on my site during party time) .
I am giving away 2 ebooks and a gift card. TRS is giving away many, many great prizes.
I will also be Round Robin Blogging on August 24th!
Login tomorrow for more info and links!
Happy Reading,
Connie
Friday, August 09, 2013
Marilyn Monroe is Visiting Palm Springs, CA
Her likeness will be on display until November 2013. If you are in the area, even in the summer, Palm Springs is a relaxing place to spend a day of two!
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