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Thursday

A sad day today.

I knew Farrah from when she starred in Small Sacrifices. She was shy off screen, and Ryan O'Neal was very supportive of her. Too bad their son brought them nothing but grief, but I think Ryan's family had a genetic predisposition to alcohol and drugs.

As for Michael Jackson, I feel sorry for the little boy whose father tormented him about his "big nose" and think he was probably molested, too. But he turned into a freak and I agree with Pattie, I think he molested young boys. He was a hedonist, and irresponsible. Who will raise his children now? The mother has said she doesn't want them. I don't know who is "Blanket's " mother.

They say celebrity deaths come in 3's, and I hope this is it. Ed McMahon, Farrah, and Jackson. Deaths of icons make us face our own mortality, I think.

I all but finished But I Trusted You yesterday, but I got info on a long-unsolved case and I'm going to add it. It will give you something to read as you recover from Thanksgiving.

Today, I pulled weeds, watered flowers, and now I'm going to go read the new tabloids. I am being more careful, getting more sleep, etc. I will try to stay upright.

Love,

Ann

Posted by Ann on Thursday, June 25, 2009 at 18:50

Wednesday

I'm really here in Seattle, and I've been writing so hard for so long.

Just sent the last 220 pages off for But I Trusted You, and I'll have my website experts post the cover very soon.

I hate to tell you but old clumsy fell for the third time in 2 months a week ago, and got yet another black eye. The fibromyalgia throws my balance off, so I'm trying to move more slowly. Also, getting to my house across uneven asphalt patches isn't very safe. We're working to fix that.

I miss you all so much, but I do read the guestbook every day. Worried about you Missimmi. It's been a very tough six months for so many of us. I've had a recent personal disappointment, too. Sigh.

I'm off to the Grocery Outlet to shop now. It's almost as mind-soothing as the Goodwill. If you haven't tried it, there are huge bargains there on things that are fancy--like Brie cheese--to pedestrian--like frozen peas. And pet food.

Just watching Dr. Phil--about women who sometimes make bad choices in men. Watch the nightly version tonight if you can. Fascinating! Would you live in a tent with the right guy? Let's take a poll here? You regulars are my heroes, you know--you keep agoing through tears, sadness, worries, illness, losses, challenges, and we all do.

I have a great pic of "Tweets" which I will post here soon. She makes my heart sing. She's always happy.

I missed the low tide today, but I can go down on the sugar sand in my bare feet tomorrow. I'm sorry about you Easterners who seem to have inherited NW rain. We had 30 days of sunshine!

I'm glad the teachers have some time off. You work so hard! Keep a life vest on, Georgia Mary! I'm off after Dr. Phil to buy groceries for the first time in a month!

Whoopee!

Love from your black-n-blue Ann!

Posted by Ann on Wednesday, June 24, 2009 at 16:02

Tuesday Night

Alors! I am really in Seattle, typing my fingers to the nubbins. But I broke through a big writers' block at last.

Anyone who had bruised or broken ribs--did they feel better one day and then worse the next? Mine do. Yes, I went to the doc and had X-rays--front and side--but some days it feels as though I've cracked my scapula. Your letters of support and praise for my writing get me through, guys. I really appreciate them!

Ginny, the book you're looking for is If You Really Loved Me, out in paperback, now. Remember there's a complete list of my books on these webpages.

If you have very personal things bothering you, don't post them here, but send them to this email. . Anyone can read this website, and I want to protect your privacy. The guestbook is for things we can all share. Janice, great to have you back with us. We support you as you go through a difficult time with your dad. These things we can share, but all of us need to remember to be careful about who might be out there reading.

Grams, we're behind you! Arletta, Arlyss, you are hilarious! Annette, where are you? Heather, I'm happy your garden gives you peace and solace when the world gets too be too much. I do the same thing, and I think a lot of us do. Colorado Rosie, thank you for the desert seeds. Let's see how they fare in Seattle. They're planted in great dirt. Mr. Colorado Rosie sounds like my kind of guy: Garage sales, Goodwill, etc. You better keep a tight grip on such a prize!

Good night to all at 10pm. Haven't eaten since a very small breakfast.

Love,

Ann

Posted by Ann on Tuesday, June 09, 2009 at 22:26

Sunday

Hi Gang!

I am here writing, and it seems as though I can't get beyond page 298. I think it's because I keep arranging the structure for more suspense. Today, I swear I'll get over 300.

Didn't want to worry you, but I took another header 16 days ago. There may have been a dog involved-probably Yogi--but I slipped on loose rock and broke my brick garden wall with my ribs. My ribs didn't break, but, oh my, I'm still hurting in my shoulder, cartilage, scapula, etc. Thank you, God, I was still able to type. I had a purple bruise about 8 inches by 10 inches, that has limited my topless dancing career. Sigh. I tried to order one of those "Help, I've fallen--and I can't get up," from the company after the last fall in Feb., but it took them almost a month to call me back, and then they wouldn't give me a price quote. If they're that slow in selling Life Alert, it might take them 2 months to send help. Not a good corporate image. Instead, I'm training all the critters to run to the neighbors and act like Lassie. Some of them aren't the brightest, though. . . I have so many stories to tell and cases to write. It's wonderful, but leaves little time for gardening and fun and romantic getaways. (If any should come along).

I read the guestbook every day and laugh and laugh at some of you sillier ARFs. Pattie, Pam, Arlyss and Arletta are probably commitable. Tee hee. Janice, come back! I won't let anyone be mean again! We do not allow that here. I'm sorry to miss birthdays, births, and other momentous events in your lives--or at least sorry for not commenting on them. But I gotta get this book done.

We now will have 3 books on Lifetime Movie Channel in August. I'll post dates soon. I wish I could have gone to watch some filming in Toronto, but couldn't stop writing.

Remember to read my homepage for new books I recommend. Several more coming.

Love,

Ann

Posted by Ann on Sunday, June 07, 2009 at 17:37

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