Giveaway Countdown

According to this counter on Goodreads.com, there are only 8 more days in the Easier Said Than Done Valentine's Day Giveaway! I'm so happy people entered and I'm excited about sending three readers goodies. The month is quickly coming to an end (maybe it's just me, but the days seem to be flying by), so enter if you haven't already! I've been so excited about this giveaway, I've completely neglected coming up with my own plans for Valentine's Day. I sure hope the hubby has something planned, because I'm completely slacking.
On the homefront, I am getting ready for baby #2. I usually try not to bore with too many details/stories about my personal life. But I'm overjoyed, so I feel like I have to share. In less than two months, I will be the mother of a baby girl (the hubby is happy and my son is excited about being a big brother).
I'm sure life will change for me in ways I can't possibly imagine. Only time will tell for sure. Fortunantely, I like staying busy. With work, school and family, it seems like I won't have much down time on my hands.
I hope everybody is enjoying their new year so far and that there are many more awesome things to come.

Valentine's Day Giveaway!

Goodreads Book Giveaway

Easier Said Than Done

by Yvette St. Clair

Giveaway ends February 02, 2013.
See the giveaway details at Goodreads.

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2013...here we come!

The new year is right around the corner and as always, I'm excited. I love the new year for all the typical reasons. I'm not big on resolutions but I love the fresh feeling of a new year. So much happens in a year's time, we all need a fresh start, even if it is mostly symbolic. If you only change one thing in your life for the better, your life will improve.
As for me, I'm going to make less time for negativity in my life. Primarily, its a work thing. During our down time, people tend to complain A LOT. As I listen to several people complain continuously, I often wonder if I'm that bad. I think venting is normal, but I never want to be known as a Janie COMPLAINIE. So I guess the upside is that it makes me mindful of my behavior. The downside however, is that I go home completely drained. My life is relatively drama free by choice, so its not fun to carry the weight of other people's mess. So before I return to work, I'm coming up with ways to take that out of my work experience.
The other thing will be taking better care of myself. Just all around. I love my family but I love myself too. So I'm taking myself off the bottom of my priority list.
And of course I would love to meet more readers and read more awesome books!
What changes are you making in the new year?

the weekend was made for reading

Of course there are a lot of things to do on the weekend. All the chores you neglected during the week like laundry, yardwork and such. There's tv reruns to catch up on. Window shopping to do-whether you prefer to shop online or in stores. And never last on the list, spend time with loved ones. But in all honestly THE WEEKEND WAS MADE FOR READING.  And what better way to spend a December weekend curled up with your favorite blanket and a good book that makes you talk to yourself outloud?!
I know I will be reading this weekend. I have some great books and stories downloaded on my Kindle that I can't wait to dive into. I also have the Kindle App on my phone and on my computer. Yep, it's that serious. So join me this weekend, with some FREE reads by yours truly.

Friday, one-click my novel Decisions. Best friends Lena and Robyn are two women navigating their way through life and love. Join them on their journey. http://amzn.com/B005D1KZDS
You can also check out the novel's trailer http://youtu.be/bHFoUJ7Img8

Saturday, one-click I'm Innocent (Part 1 Murder was the Case). Kalena lands a job at an up and coming television station. She quickly begins to wonder if she's in over her head. http://amzn.com/B005GPRCZU

December, December.

Yep the year is coming to an end and there's more to do than ever. At least that's how it seems. I've been too busy to even think about New Years resolutions. I'm trying to get the most I can out of the month at hand. I am putting together some goodies for next year though. I would love to show my appreciation for readers by giving them goodies. So I'm working on something really good, stay tuned.

With Love

Yep, Thanksgiving is right around the corner. And I'm happy to say that I'm not cooking. Well, at least not a traditional Thanksgiving dinner. It's me and the hubby's anniversary. So I'm making an alfredo chicken & broccoli lasagna. I know, I'm excited too. And maybe a special desert or something. I'm still thinking.
Speaking of the hubby, he's been working on the website, I can't wait until he's done. I know it's going to be awesome! So I'm forcing myself to be patient right now. While I wait, I'm working on some goodies to give away. Yay goodies! Handmade with love of course.
I wish everyone a safe Thanksgiving filled with love! Til next time...

Is it seriously November?

Time is flying by. I know I always say that, but that's because it's TRUE! Thanksgiving is around the corner and things have been pretty hectic with work, school, book stuff, family, etc. I'm finally sitting down to think about the next phase of things. There are so many things on my mind/in the works, I really need to make the best out of the next two months and get 'er done.
And before you even ask, yes I am one of those people who puts emphasis on getting things right for the New Year. I feel like it is a great time to evaluate and improve. I feel like you should work hard to make every year better than the one before. I know it doesn't always work out like that and you never know what's in store, but it's still worth the effort. Even if it's one thing. In the past couple years I have seriously been working on stress and not doing it so much. It's been a struggle but I've seen the change in myself. And people around me have seen it also.
For next year, I'm going to focus on seeing some of my ideas come to fruition. I'm going to stop putting things off or letting my tiredness keep me at a standstill. I have a job I like, but it's not the same fulfillment as I get from reading, writing and sharing the love for the written word with others. What are you working on for next year?