 Swimming in the Missouri River. We are driving across the country on a mad dash to get to Seattle for our cruise to Alaska. We have stopped at numerous National Parks and Monuments. We stopped at Little Bighorn Battlefield and The Corn Palace. With one day left to get to our destination, I’m antsy and worried that I’ll forget something. I have heard that the Alaska cruises are more relaxed than the Caribbean cruises, so I’m hoping to get some writing done and possible unwind for a bit since we won’t have internet on the ship. My husband plays “Forge of Empires” and we joke that his villagers are going to die when he can’t check in on them regularly. Driving out west has been fascinating. The rock formations, the wide open plains, the prairie dogs…it has all been so different and exciting. We saw buffalo outside Wind Cave and took lots of pictures. People are so silly when it comes to getting near these creatures. I want to shout, “Don’t you read the news!” A woman was gored and thrown 15 feet by a buffalo just a week ago. Yet, there they were driving up to them to get a picture. The daddy bringing up the rear was almost bigger than their car. I wouldn’t mess with him and didn’t, but we got a great picture. I’m working on publishing two books. I’m not sure I’ll get it done before the cruise, but definitely when I return. After having everything I need at my fingertips for over a year, it’s weird to pack up things we might need over the next 8 days. What if we forget something we needed? It’s not going to be right there. I hope you’re getting ready for back to school. Maybe you’ve picked out a new book to read once you have some more time to yourself. Thanks for considering one of mine. It's never too early for Christmas. If you want to read my free Christmas story, click here To warm days and fun times, Michelle
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 Black Spire Outpost at Hollywood Studios. Hey friends!
That's what they say at Disney. "Hello, friends." "Welcome friends," "This way friends," "Stay behind the yellow line or the door will bash you in the head, friends." You get the idea. I've spent the last three weeks at Disney World parks. Some people say the magic is gone and for some things I can see this point of view. Sometimes it feels like a money grab. Either times, when you see a character go by or a princess come to life, there's still magic to be found. I'm hanging out at Black Spire Outpost in Hollywood Studios with fighter planes flying over head. Chewy and Rae have stopped by - It's magical, if you stop to take in the scene. It's hard to find magic when you're standing in a line for an hour and 20 minutes and your feet hurt. Waiting is so hard - like waiting for your favorite book to drop. Not saying that I'm your favorite author, but I'm still working on my books that need to be edited - there's so much magic to be had. No excuses, however. Ask me about Disney and I can tell you the answer, most likely. I'm looking foward to getting back to a writing schedule. Summer is a great season - enjoy the weather, find some water and relax.  Summer is coming...
I've never written a story where someone dies on screen, but this week my mystery writer persona or my ax murderer persona came out during a weeklong visit to Gettysbury, PA. the battle was over 150 years ago but there are still dead bodies buried on the battlefield. When we were at one location - the general leading us around said that this was where they were not able to find all of the bodies of soldiers. In 1996, a strong rain released a body that had not been reburied in a cemetery, which started me thinking....hmmmm..... If I was going to murder someone - why not dispose of the body here with a few Civil War buttons? They would think it was another soldier being found. It might seem awful to think someone would do that in a sacred place, but what if... This was the first time something like that popped into my head. It surprised and delighted me. I've spent a lot of time in the past this week. Things like social norms, how war was conducted and the way people thought in 1863 were unlike anything today. War was so civilized. Most of the generals went to school today, ate meals together and some were even related. I can't imagine waking up one day to realize you have to fight and possibly kill your friend. So, civilized. Being at the Gettysburg Battlefield has given me ideas for future projects. So, if you're excited for summer, check out my short story "Summer Camp" on Amazon for $.99. It will take you back to your summer camp days. There are so many good books out there. How do you know which book to read? I have found that there are some types of heroes or situations that I really enjoy.
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Hey readers,
It’s the middle of December and it’s cold in Maine and South Carolina (in the upstate), but in Florida and the other southern states it’s beautifully warm. We’ve been traveling and hitting a range of temperatures. Although we missed the snow and freezing rain in Maine, we got to spend a little time with friends and with my husband’s mother.
I crocheted my best friend a sweater and hat that matched. It was such a thrill to give it to her and to see that it fit. That was my biggest fear…that it wouldn’t fit. Hopefully, she’ll wear it out in Maine with all the cold weather.
We have loved seeing the Christmas lights. Westbrook, Maine did an amazing job lighting up their downtown. Kudos! Living in the RV, we don’t see a lot of lights, but we have seen some people who stay stationary, that have lighted up their sites. Others have the blow up Santas or other inflatables. At least showing a bit of spirit.
As far as writing and working on new projects, I’ve been busy putting out a new Planner and a new Children's bookren’s book.
I have a new cover for Flashbangs and Nightsticks that I can’t wait to share…I’ll share it below because if you’ve managed to find your way here, you deserve to see it and give some feedback.
Just recently, I contributed to a book on Gratitude that was created by Donna Kozik, who I’ve come to know and enjoy as a teacher and mentor. She’s very motivating. I have four entries in the book. Here’s the link for that on Amazon. The Community Book Project: Celebrating 365 Days of Gratitude: 2022 Edition: Kozik, Donna: 9798782544614: Amazon.com: Books
I will also have a page coming soon with a free Christmas story…I know Christmas is like any second, but these things take time and time flies faster than the planes I’ve been on recently. I have a cover for that story, too. I’ll drop a link as soon as I have it. I’ll have to sign up for my mailing list when you receive the story.
I want to finally take time to wish you all a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. No matter who you celebrate with or what you celebrate, make it an amazing celebration of the year past and the year to come.
Soon I will be starting a podcast called "Amuck in America" about our journey. I hope you'll join me. If you know of places we shouldn't miss while traveling America,
It’s the middle of December and it’s cold in Maine and South Carolina (in the upstate), but in Florida and the other southern states it’s beautifully warm. We’ve been traveling and hitting a range of temperatures. Although we missed the snow and freezing rain in Maine, we got to spend a little time with friends and with my husband’s mother.
I crocheted my best friend a sweater and hat that matched. It was such a thrill to give it to her and to see that it fit. That was my biggest fear…that it wouldn’t fit. Hopefully, she’ll wear it out in Maine with all the cold weather.
We have loved seeing the Christmas lights. Westbrook, Maine did an amazing job lighting up their downtown. Kudos! Living in the RV, we don’t see a lot of lights, but we have seen some people who stay stationary, that have lighted up their sites. Others have the blow up Santas or other inflatables. At least showing a bit of spirit.
As far as writing and working on new projects, I’ve been busy putting out a new Planner and a new Children's bookren’s book.
I have a new cover for Flashbangs and Nightsticks that I can’t wait to share…I’ll share it below because if you’ve managed to find your way here, you deserve to see it and give some feedback.
Just recently, I contributed to a book on Gratitude that was created by Donna Kozik, who I’ve come to know and enjoy as a teacher and mentor. She’s very motivating. I have four entries in the book. Here’s the link for that on Amazon. The Community Book Project: Celebrating 365 Days of Gratitude: 2022 Edition: Kozik, Donna: 9798782544614: Amazon.com: Books
I will also have a page coming soon with a free Christmas story…I know Christmas is like any second, but these things take time and time flies faster than the planes I’ve been on recently. I have a cover for that story, too. I’ll drop a link as soon as I have it. I’ll have to sign up for my mailing list when you receive the story.
I want to finally take time to wish you all a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. No matter who you celebrate with or what you celebrate, make it an amazing celebration of the year past and the year to come.
Soon I will be starting a podcast called "Amuck in America" about our journey. I hope you'll join me. If you know of places we shouldn't miss while traveling America,
On the road at last. We have launched our adventure travels around the country. I've found myself trapped in the summer I longed for during the last three months. Now, I have found it in Florida. We are loving the vibe of the tropics. The happiness of people living where the weather is consistent most of the time.
Meanwhile, I've watched the pictures coming out of Maine, New Hampshire and Vermont, in all the fall colors and feel a sense of remorse for missing a season I have always loved. It's odd not to be apple picking and finding a pumpkin. I did make two apple pies at my sister's house, so I got that experience out of my system.
I've also been working on lots of book projects. Crash and Burn has been released as a Kindle ebook and in paperback. I have also released a children's Halloween activity book. Have you seen The Chunky Girls Hiker Logbook and Journal? Don't miss that to record all of your hikes this fall. I appreciate you spending awhile checking out my pages.
Soon I will be starting a podcast called "Amuck in America" about our journey. I hope you'll join me. If you know of places we shouldn't miss while traveling America, get in touch with me.
Meanwhile, I've watched the pictures coming out of Maine, New Hampshire and Vermont, in all the fall colors and feel a sense of remorse for missing a season I have always loved. It's odd not to be apple picking and finding a pumpkin. I did make two apple pies at my sister's house, so I got that experience out of my system.
I've also been working on lots of book projects. Crash and Burn has been released as a Kindle ebook and in paperback. I have also released a children's Halloween activity book. Have you seen The Chunky Girls Hiker Logbook and Journal? Don't miss that to record all of your hikes this fall. I appreciate you spending awhile checking out my pages.
Soon I will be starting a podcast called "Amuck in America" about our journey. I hope you'll join me. If you know of places we shouldn't miss while traveling America, get in touch with me.
Hello readers!
Summer has begun, or so they tell me. I know there are a lot more boats on the lake, but it's not warm. Sure we had a heatwave back in June, but we've been lucky to get to the mid-70s here in Maine. It's 64 degrees, on August 2nd. I really don't get what's going on with our weather. I have been swimming, however and I love it. I've also been crocheting and sewing and catching up on projects I haven't had time for while we were finishing up selling the house. The house now belongs to someone else, and I'm okay with that. Onward and upward. The open road awaits us.
I have released The Chunky Hiker Journal and Logbook on Amazon and the second in the series The Chunky Hiker Does New Hampshire will be out this week.
I finished the second book in my middle great series and have begun editing an older book that I have the rights back to and many of you haven't read. It's a fun, fast paced read called "Crash and Burn". I'm off for a walk while the weather is cool. Enjoy your weather.
If you know of places we shouldn't miss while traveling America, write to me at
authormichellelibby@gmail.com, or visit me on FB at Author Michelle Libby.
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