Thursday, January 21, 2021

New Year, New Ideas, New Game Plan


 I am a bit behind in wishing everyone a Happy New Year!!! My new year had a quiet start for which I am very grateful. It gave me time to absorb the changes in my life that began in November 2020 with the death of my Mom. No, she did not die of Covid-19, in the long run it did help the process. Being isolated at age 90 is never a good thing. Yes, my sister saw her every day and so did my brother-in-law. But, she could not attend the teacher luncheons anymore, because Michigan spent most of the year in lockdown. My siblings are also grieving as are Mom's grandchildren. They do it in their own ways. 

I have again chosen to write letters to Heaven. This time they are not just to Dad. I write to them both. The letters are in a journal and allow me to keep the sad days at bay. Neither of them saw my new place. Dad was gone when I bought it and Mom was not well enough to come down, although she wanted to.

My two biggest fans of my books are gone, Mom had a copy of G is for Gymnastics and she had seen the layout for Santa is for Real. Something Borrowed, Something Blue is about to launch in Febrary. 

While watching a so-so movie the other day, I came up with four story ideas, so, I am still writing. My brain won't let me. Would anyone be surprised to learn the title of one is Macy's Big Day? Tentative Title for one is Who Killed Donna Dorrance? Their is a Sanctuary spin-off dealing with elder abuse, When Parents are Hurt, a second Sanctuary spin-off Lizzy's New Home, and Teddy Brinker and Tommy Huff return in Valentine's Surprise. These book will not see the light of day before 2022 if not until 2023. I have the current ones to finish. 

As to my new game plan, well I will continue writing, coaching and selling Paparazzi Jewelry. Everyone needs a side hustle. I am also finding ways to give back. With all my books there are charities who are getting $1 for each book sold. I am continuing to do this with each book I write. I will be fitting them into one of my charities. G is for Gymnastics goes to Holt-Mason-Dansville  Gymnastics Program. Santa is for Real goes to Ele's Place. Secrets is going to KY Victims of Violent Crime. Out of the Flames goes to the Faubush Fire Department. I would have to look up the others to find out where they are going. If I can I will see if I can get the charity listed under the book on my website. 

If you have not checked out the website: rebeckavigus.com you should. All books can be personalized when purchased from the site. Just tell me who is getting it. 

Hope your New Year is taking shape.

TTFN

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