What a day! Not bad, just hectic.
And here I am at last.
Last night at 10:30 (way past my bedtime), the time came to bid my visiting angels ‘thank you and farewell’. I began to miss the angels even before it was time for them to go. I have been missing them ever since.
Saturday was a big day–daughter Wendy and I attended a gem and mineral show at the Spokane Fairgrounds, and it was a feast for the eyes. We stayed for hours, and of course I bought stones, mostly cabochons to make necklaces–fabulously patterned jasper, pietersite, labradorite–along with a pair of agate bowls, a few single stones, as well. I acquired a selenite candle-holder, unbelievably lovely.
As many of you know, I buy a lot of stones on eBay and Etsy, but the gem show was delightful; there’s something to be said for being able to see and hold the various minerals.
By the time Wendy and I left the show, I was pooped, and my feet were aching like crazy. We were hungry, having skipped lunch because the food was all fattening, so we headed straight for the Mongolian Grill, one of our favorite places to eat. After selecting a bowl (they come in three sizes), we did the buffet thing, choosing various raw vegetables, thin slices of meat, etc. Next comes the fun part (actually eating is better, of course)–you get to watch while a cook tosses the mixture onto a huge grill and stir-fries the works in a matter of a minute or two. The result is a light and delicious meal.
Later, at home, I used my faithful moss agate to draw the pain out of my exhausted feet and tumbled into bed. I was asleep in no time.
Sunday was quiet. I puttered in the art room, took a nap, read a little.
And that was my weekend.
Remember that there’s a new contest beginning today; all you have to do to enter is comment.
Well, that’s the news from the Triple L. I’ll do my best to blog earlier tomorrow.
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Boy, Linda, you had a fun weekend, and a busy one.
I’m glad you were able to find beautiful things and had a wonderful meal.
Have a great week ahead.
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Wow – latest blog ever, I think! Well, it’s 11:30 PM CDT here, but only 9:30 PDT, so that’s not so late, but is for gettg a blog from you. Not late for a night owl like me who is used to stayg up till 1:00 or 2:00 AM! I’m about to get of this cell & start another LLM western – the best
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Oh, forgot to end with Blessings – night night as I tell my dogs & cat
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I so miss going to gem shows and venues like that. My health prevents me from doing anything like that anymore. But I sure remember those days when I did and I commiserate with you over the sore feet!
I’ve visited Mongolian BBQ and the food is just plain good and fun! I hope you have a wonderful week.
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It is not midnight here the Midwest yet. Crazy right? Cannot believe you are blogging this late.
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Just dropping in to say hello to another Connie Johnson who is a fan.
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Sounds like you had a great time at the gem show. They have them here in Eugene a couple times a year. We also have a Mongolian Grill and I’ll have to try it. Sounds really good. Blessings.
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I thought of you as I read Nora Roberts’ “Shadow Spell” this weekend. This series is about Good Witches trying to save the world through the centuries in Ireland. They were using gems and stones to protect the heroes from the attacks of the villain. I found this very interesting given your thoughts on using gems and stones. I think that you would enjoy this really good book.
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Sounds like a relaxing weekend. Doing what brings a smile and ending with a favorite meal always makes my day!
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Glad you had a great weekend even if it was exhausting. Hope the angel visit worked. Enjoy your new gems.
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Glad you and Wendy spent time together and had a nice weekend!
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I am so happy to hear you and Wendy had a great time attending the gem and mineral show Saturday. You deserved a good rest on Sunday.
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Sounds like you and Wendy had a really fun saturday. Resting on Sunday sounds ideal. Have a wonderful April !!
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Sounds like you ,Wendy, and the Gem Stones had a great weekend. I wish we had gem shows around here. Everyone have a great and safe day !!
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What a great time you had with your angels and what a neat week-end you had with your daughter Wendy. Our children are blessings from God and bless us in many ways.
Have a great week. Can’t wait for your next book!
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So glad you had a good time at the gem show. We went to the casino yesterday. Did not lose my money. Came home with $10.00 more. I only take 20.00 when we go and tey to come home with that 20.00. Have a good day.
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Sounds like a fun weekend, especially the food!
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So glad you had such a good time with your daughter on Saturday. I also spent time with my daughter on Saturday. We shopped some of my favorite places (Joann’s and Hobby Lobby) for some items to finish up some baby shower gifts for a set of twins. Have a great week and God bless!
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So neat that you have the opportunity to actually get to see and touch the stones before buying them. I know this may sound weird but I truly believe that the stones and gems have different powers and may affect individuals differently.
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LOVE a Mongolian Grill!!! So yummy.
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Hi Linda! Glad you had a good week! I hope your angels left you with peaceful feelings! I will be 81 tomorrow! Hard to say that! My mind still feels quite young, just in this old body…. Better than the alternative,right? I still live alone, tho, for now! Thanks for listening! Sounds like you got some lovely stones.I need to hear more about the Moss Green one!!!Til next time,
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Happy birthday!
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Sounds like a great mineral and gems show! I will have to be on the lookout for one around here. Have a great day! Oh, and Happy April Fools Day!
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Hi Linda,
The gem and mineral show sounds like fun. Do you know if they travel all over the United States?
Have a Good Day!
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I know gem and mineral shows are held all over the place–the biggy, of course, is in Tucson in winter. Try Google.
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Linda, so glad to hear you had an enjoyable weekend. I can totally relate to your “foot discomfort”. After a day like yours that is my primary complaint. For the next day and a half I tend to shuffle around the house. My friends don’t understand my plight. I may have to try the stones deal.
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I love, love, love the Mongolian Grill. We need one here in Bangor. It’s great to have the choice to eat healthy. I think when we’re actually given a choice (like on a buffet) you actually DO choose better options. YUMMY!
Sounds like it was a great and productive weekend.
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Hi Linda
I love all the gem stones you just bought. We do not have a Mongolian Grill in my area but the fact that you can choose your food to be stir fried sounds like fun and healthy. I really like stir fry meals. Keep the posts coming I really enjoy them
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Boy,now I am sorry I missed the gem show,I had planned to go, but life happened, and my plans were changed.I need to learn more about the gem stones so I know what I am doing.
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I think there is another show coming up in Spokane on May 3…
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Happy April Fool’s Day!!
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Sounds like a wonderful day for you and Wendy, glad you found new favorites at the show. Have a pleasant week, and remember the angels will return if you call.
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What a wonderful, sharing weekend.
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So glad you had a great weekend!!
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Glad you had a good weekend. Have a good week. I am look forward to your next book.
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So good to hear from you, Linda. I appreciate your taking time to write your thoughts.
Hiking today in the Smoky Mountains–beautiful spring day!
Billiesue
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I have never attended a gem show but I think it would be thrilling to see all the different gems!
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Glad you are feeling well enough to get out for a fun weekend!
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I only recently discovered your wonderful books, so I have a lot of reading to do!! Sounds like you had a delightful weekend…family, pretty “rocks” and good food! Hard to beat that.
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Sounds like you had a fun day. Time spent with our children is always fun
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Happy April 1st . Linda, glad you had a good week end.I know how much you love flowers & wish that you could see my tulips, they are in full bloom and are beautiful ,two purple Irises are almost open they are so dark they look black . may your week be as good as the weekend was. until next time !!!!!!
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Sounds like you had a great weekend.
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Sounds like you had a great weekend, lots of fun.
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Ah, wondering what you most unusual stone might book. Would love to win your book to read and review!!
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Sounds like a busy but fulfilling weekend! I celebrated my birthday this weekend with my church friends and red velvet cake – yummy. Today I am looking forward to starting to read the Christmas Brides story – I love Christmas stories! Blessings to you this week Linda.
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You had a very interesting weekend… The mineral/stone show sounds like great fun…. Love your books… Thanks
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I went shed hunting in our deer woods….I love the woods…the sights – smells and sounds soothe my soul!!!!
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Week-ends are just to short!
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sounds like a great weekend!
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I used to shop like that but not my thing anymore… I enjoy reading your books
glad you had a good weekend…. btw… do you ever consider telling Katie McKettrick’s story? she has me intrigued… what about the rest of you?? Happy Easter coming up!
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Glad you had a good weekend. I so enjoy your books and can’t wait for the next one to come out. Thanks for so much enjoyable reading.
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Sounds like you had a fun time with your daughter.
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I love all the information you give on rocks and misc other stuff. really enjoyed about the removing negative vibrations. I just spent my weekend reading and waiting for the weather to stopped dumping on me so I can get out on my scooter and go visit people:) hope you have a great week!!!!
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love your books
nice to spend
a weekend with those special to you and unwind
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Sounds like a fun weekend!!
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I’m glad you had fun!
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I would love to go to a gem show. I love making jewelry fory family. Glad you had a good time.
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I love to experiment with different foods and your meal is right up my alley. Glad you had a great weekend.
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Wonderful weekend. I wish we had a like restaurant here.
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Sounds like you had a great weekend! I unfortunately caught a cold so I’m in bed reading this
hope you have a wonderful week!
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Just a huge fan, saying Hi
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What a great weekend you had!!! So happy for you. Being with your daughter is great. Hope your feet feel are rested. Thanks for another great blog. Happy 1st of April!!!
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Just a huge fan saying hi
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WOW! You had an eventful weekend!
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Love Mongolian Barbeques!! Made me drool just reading of your eating it. Glad you had a good day!
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I’ve not been to a gem show in years… but I do remember a college professor who had the most beautiful amythyst geode!
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I love Mongolian Grill!
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what a great weekend and I love Mongolian Beef pits
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Gems, did someone say gems? How fun to spend that time with your daughter. Then the anticipation of creating a necklace … I have few things stored away and have been itching to get them out and start creating….
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Mongolian….sounds yummy. Hungry now and wanting to try it! Sounds like a lovely weekend!
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Thanks for all the entertaining stories! I’m a true blue Linda Leal Miller fan. Thanks
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Sounds like a wonderful week-end. Love your books, keep them coming.
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My ex in laws ran a rock and gem shop in Texas. I loved all the polished rock and geodes. The jewelry they made was amazing.
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Just put in my order for my first gem stones……..I’m so excited to get them. I’m hoping they are here by the end of the week. Googled gem stone shows and found out that there will be one in my area in a few weeks. Since I’m new to all this I’m not sure if I will appreciate it.
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There’s nothing any better than spending time with your children. O what precious memories that you have.
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You really had an exciting weekend compared to mine. We had a rainy weekend so I stayed in and read your latest book.
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Have a great week Linda! Your posts about the stones are very interesting!
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So little time to have such a big time. Now you must share whatever you make, I am sure we would all enjoy see it.
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Would love to learn more about using hems to help heal!! I am a Reiki practitioner so I appreciate the holistic thing!!!
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Glad to hear you had a great weekend…sounds like fun.
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Sounds like a fun time. My grandma and I are also into gems in fact we are heading to Arkansas in May to go dig for diamonds. We are so excited to see what we can find.
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Hi there Linda. Love your books. I have read all of them. I also can relate to sore feet. I broke my left ankle in 2 places and leg. I now have screws in my ankle and plates in my leg. I am waiting for more of your books to come out. So glad you had a wonderful weekend with your daughter. Those times are priceless..
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I’m curious about cabochons when used in jewlery. I’ve read it’s best to have stones/gems touching the skin to have the most benefits. But don’t cabochons, when used in jewlery pieces, not touch the skin because they have a solid backing? If I’m wrong about this, please correct me. Thank-you. ~~ Beverly S.
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Beverly, There are different ways to set the stones, so yes, some do have a backing and others would touch the skin.
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Thanks, Paula.
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We used to have a lovely mineral store nearby. It had been there for years. When the economy dropped so did the shop and it was a sad fair well. I have several pieces packed away. I guess I needed this reminder to take them out and just enjoy them.
Love your books! You certainly deserve wonderful days and good rests.
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Sounds like you and Wendy had a good time.I need to go to a Gem and Rock show, I inherited lots of different slabs of stones and I really need to find someone who would enjoy them.
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Love your books…reread them all the time. Sounds like a fun weekend. My hubby was sick all weekend so I wasn’t able to do much. Now, lucky me, I am sick. Hopefully it will be gone by the weekend.
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Fun weekends are well worth sore and tired feet! I love fun weekends like that.
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This weekend was crazy! We had a birthday party to attend, Got home extremely late. Sunday was church then off to get the taxes done. Boy that was weird. Rainy where we live, across the highway it was a snowstorm and we had to drive through it and today it’s upper 60’s. I’ll be surprised if we don’t get sick. But hey at least we got to see family and friends and finally got our taxes finished.
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Mongolian Grill sounds yummy!
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Sounds like you had a fun and busy weekend.
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Sounds like you had a great day at the Gem show with your daughter. I love days like that, I have one child, a daughter and I just love spending time with her. She is the apple of my eye. Also, I have to tell you, I really enjoy your books. Thank you for writing them.
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Geez Linda sounds like you had a busy weekend. I so enjoy your books and love the opportunity to read your blog. I love the stories and the time you spend with your animals. I love getting out to ride my horse. He always seems to make everything better. I suggest… Going out and getting some fresh air and take a ride with your favorite horse.
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Sounds like you had a great time it’s a shame the weekends always go so fast.
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It is always fun to go to events such as the mineral show, but much more so when attending with someone special. Most of my best shopping memories involve me and my sister. We always found more together than by ourselves and had a lot more fun!
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Sounds like you and your daughter had a wonderful day together.
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Sounds like a great weekend. I love mongolian grill!
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Sounds like you had a great time at the gem show and then dinner!
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Sounds like a very rewarding week-end! I feel the same way about seashells as you do your gems! I often dream of going to the beach and hunting unique shells for my collection. I haven’t been shelling for a long time, so maybe that is why I’m dreaming this dream!
Anyway, another week awaits us! Blessed be!
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I adore gemstones and minerals. My favorite pieces are my green turquoise, black onyx, regular turquoise, fire opal, lapis lazuli, garnets, jade… you get the general idea. My favorite comment came from my son speaking of me and my jewelry to one of his friends once, “Haven’t you met my mom? Everything is big. Big ring, big bracelet, big necklace.” You can do that when you wear semi-precious stones and are an oversized woman who won’t fall over once you put on your jewelry!
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Sounds like a cool gem show. Have a great week.
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sounds like a great weekend, lots mof fun and good food ,too. have a good week
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Linda it sounds like you & Wendy had a great time. It’s fun sharing time with your daughter. My daughter, Neeley & I enjoy shoppjng & just hangjng out. We will be going to a 28 mile garage sale. It’s called Antique Alley. I know after walking my feet will need to be massaged. Have a great week. Can’t wait to see the adventure of this week end. I know I will be reading.
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That sounds like so much fun! I’m not crafty at all but I would LOVE to go there!
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I am always Late, Late, Late too. I wish my time was not like that.
I am going to google to see if they have those shows in the North East. Take care.
Anyway, your weekend sounds fabulous.
Teresa Reilly
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Nothing better than mother and daughter time doing something you both love. I am eagerly awaiting your newest book!
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So glad u had a great weekend. Have a great week.
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I love Mongolian BBQ which is very similar to your Mongolian Grill. Love your books glad you had a super day! You should check out Origami Owl lockets sound like something you might like. I sell them and they are fun to customize!
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Busy, busy, busy…time just seems to fly by when you are happy = )
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Linda,
I couldn’t get the angel thing to work and I would love to have angels around me. Any advice?
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Sounds like you had a fun weekend. I did too, several of my children got together with me for a meal, and one daughter stayed for the whole weekend and helped me do some cleaning and rearranged my closets/
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Sounds like you had a fun (and exhausting!) weekend. Mongolian Grill is one of my favorite places to eat too. I’m sure you were a tired, but happy camper at the end of the weekend.
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Sounds like a great weekend. Keep up the good writing!
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That kind of weekend is meant to share. What fun for both you and Wendy!
Happy April 1st! I am so looking forward to warmer weather and to see what will be happening with you and your newest book!
Happy spring!
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Sounds like a fun and relaxing time!
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Sounds like you had a great time.
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Have you ever visited the Tucson International Gem and Mineral show? I’ve been going for 4 years and always find something wonderful. If you decide to go next year, give me a call. I’ll show you the best venues.
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Sounds like a very exhausting but fun weekend. We all need to take more time to just stop and smell the flowers. Or realize that life is to short work isn’t everything and women need some down time to.
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Sound like you had a good time Sat. We had a Mongolian Grill here for awhile but I never got to eat there before they closed. It changed hands then it went down hill from there.
Didn’t do too much over the weekend. Sat took mom to the store, then just rested. Sunday went over to mom’s house and started to do some cleaning. Mom is living with me now, so have to clean and throw away. Going to get a dumpster and start pitching. Mom is 91 and that house is full. Any volunteers to help? lol!
Monday took mom to the lawyers and then fixed supper, I was asleep early.
Did you buy some pretty gems?
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I’ve come to realize I have no life right now. Being a single mom, full time nursing student, and working part/full time, I tend to live through others experiences. I never knew there was such a thing as a gem show, or a Mongolian Grill, which I’m about to google. I think I need to travel some. Thank you for sharing your weekend. Mother/Daughter time is important. I’m envious. Have a wonderful week.
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First of all I love your books. Thanks for the contest. I hope you take time to slow down, and rest. Take care of yourself. Have a good week.
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Hello Linda:
Glad to hear you had a fun and event filled weekend with your daughter!
I am new to this messaging/blog thing so I don’t know much to say!
I hope you enjoy your minerals and I will continue looking and buying more of your books!
Have a good day!
Lynn
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I bet the gem show was wonderful! I love to see all the colors and shapes. I think I would want to buy them all! I love to see the Geodes. They are such a beautiful mix of colors that is hidden until you break them open.
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It sounds like you had a glorious time with your daughter! I have never been to a gem show.It sounds very exciting and very interesting!I think it is so important to spend time together, especially this day in age.There are so many distractions with cell phones and i pads,notebooks and video games and they miss out on important family values.I feel that if we spend time with our children they will be more inclined to ask questions and talk to us when something in their lives goes wrong.Hopefully what we end up with is an honest,open relationship.I am so glad you had such a good time!
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Sounds like you and your daughter had fun! The Mongolian Grill sounds wonderful! Would love to visit one someday myself!
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Daughter time to treasure–how wonderful. Now I want to know what Moss Agate is and use it on my tired joints/feet/bones.
Love your books and read every one. I’ve been a fan for many years.