Tuesday, July 30, 2013

The Boots are Back On and I'm Rolling Your Way!


I'm baaaa-aaaack.

 I'm not sure if the Jaws theme song should play or if ticker tape should start drifting from the sky. (I'll leave you to determine your own sentiments on this issue.) But I am indeed back in the blogsphere--I feel like this should read blog-o-sphere--and must say that I missed this dear Isle. I missed all of you!

 I would also like to say an enormous thank you to our guest writers--Lauren and Stevie--for filling the silence while I was traveling. Their writing was beautiful; their honesty compelling. Thank you, ladies.

 In my last post (oh, about a billion years ago) I posted pictures of Ireland. Since then I also visited Scotland and my husband's incredible and loving family. However, instead of yet again posting a deluge of pictures, this week I'm going to choose a few of my favorite moments from my Scotland adventures and share them with you. So tomorrow look for a post on one of my Highland discoveries.

 Then...

 Throughout August I will be relaying some of my "newbie" publishing experiences as I head into the release of my novella on September 1. I previously posted the cover art for the novella collection (and I'm still crazy excited about that!), and I have since "met" via email the other 8 authors that contributed to the collection--and they pretty much rock. One or two of them may even make an appearance on the Silent Isle as well. And, who knows, maybe a free book or two will be given away! I'm waggling like a giddy puppy in my excitement about all that is to come! (But don't worry, I'll not pee on anyone as giddy puppies are prone to do.)

 Which brings me to my final point....the most delightful surprise I was met with upon my return home from my travels: 
A finished bathroom!
(okay, now cue the ticker tape.)


Yes, I did choose the decor, but it was all Jonathan who made it happen. It even has a heated floor--gasp! I've never had such luxury! From now on my feet will be toasty each time I step out of the shower. Yep, best. surprise. ever. 

  So good to be back with you all - happy Tuesday!


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8 comments:

  1. MarniJuly 30, 2013 at 9:45 AM

    Heated floor?!?! I am officially jealous.

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    1. Anna UrquhartJuly 30, 2013 at 10:58 AM

      Aw, I bet Tim could hook you up, Marni. If not, Jonathan is now an expert--he's always glad to help. I'm sure he won't mind my volunteering him :)

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  2. StevieJuly 30, 2013 at 10:56 PM

    I was more than happy to jump in and fill the silence. Thank you for sharing your space with me. Welcome back! I'm looking forward to hearing about your publishing experiences. Your bathroom looks lovely.

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    1. Anna UrquhartJuly 31, 2013 at 9:19 AM

      Thank you, Stevie - It was a delight to have you. And I'll pass on your praise to Jonathan :)

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  3. AnonymousJuly 31, 2013 at 10:28 AM

    Love your bathroom! And looking forward to your publishing experiences, too. :)

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    1. Anna UrquhartJuly 31, 2013 at 11:08 AM

      Thanks, Danni! I'm pretty tickled about it too!

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  4. UnknownJuly 31, 2013 at 11:41 AM

    Yay! Welcome back to the blog-o-sphere! (which it most definitely should be instead of blogsphere. I think we can change the world [and word], if we're just persistent about it.) It's good to see you back on the Silent Isle though I won't lie. It was better to see you in Ireland. Your guest posters were rockin' and did a great job guest slotting in your absence. And your bathroom looks awesome. Congratulations!

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    1. Anna UrquhartJuly 31, 2013 at 11:45 AM

      Aw, thanks, Liza! And, not gonna lie, it was way better seeing you in Ireland too. Anytime you wanna take a wander down to PA, stop on by :)

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