New Year Goals -- RWA...

I hope everyone had a safe and happy ringing in of the new year this past week!

Although I was a little under the weather, I had a great time with my family!  

In the last four days since the new year started I've already accomplished two of my goals I've set for myself.

1)  Application submitted to become a member of RWA (Romance Writers of America) ...again :-)

I was a member in 2006 - 2008 I believe, and now that I found a great chapter in my old stomping grounds, I'm all geared up :-)

2)  Obtain a treadmill and start walking three times a day.

So far I've been on it twice a day ... Hey it's not easy after not being on one for two years, even though I walk everyday at my day job :-/ huh.

LOL, oh well It's all good

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SUNSHINE STATE ROMANCE AUTHORS

Yesterday was a great day indeed! I had the pleasure of being a guest at one of the The Sunshine State Romance Authors monthly meetings. 

The program was on Effective Dialogue given by Author Anna Small. Hey I don't know about you but I can always use tips, help and support for my writing. 

Sunshine State Romance Authors is a chapter of Romance Writers of America.

It's nervous enough being a first time attender and with those of us with a little anxiety it doubles, LOL.

But the warmth, happiness and over all atmosphere of being with these writers, was absolutely fabulous!!

I found a lot of support and loved being welcomed with open arms and smiles. 

There was even a gift give away at the end of the program. 

I was one of the drawn names!!!! *Squeal*

(I never win anything! so it was very exciting!)

I won a book written by Jessica Nelson

Love on the Range

And I will be reading it, after my grandmother. 

for you see, I went to see her after the program. She is 89 years old and is recovering from a stroke. She asked if she could read it when I proudly displayed my winnings  and I never, ever say no to her.  She's just to important in my life.

So, yes, I will be returning to visit these awesome authors again. I'm looking forward to a membership with The Sunshine State Romance Authors and renewing my membership with RWA. 

Sometimes the writer can lead a solitary life. It's good to know there are others out there who know what you're going through and who support you and your career, because they are living it as well.

THANKS SSRA for a great time and learning adventure!!!

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