An update: I am finally to the point where I can think a bit. I still have vision probs but I just have to make sure I don't stay on the computer too long. My better days are at the end of the week so they are reserved for writing (I want to write 2 more series, unrelated to this one, plus I'm working on a single novella right now.) In romance news- I AM FINALLY DONE with Angel in My Closet edits! I will publish it by Dec. 15! I am excited about this one as it is the first manuscript I finished, and altho' it needed A LOT of editing, I love the story and am excited to put it out there! Coming soon!- All three Angel novellas in a print anthology! Hope I can get it done by the 1st of Jan!

An explanation of sorts

Hello! Long time and all that. I am writing this amidst vision problems to explain why I am largely absent from the web these days. Everything has had to take a back seat while I work on the most important thing in my life--my life itself! I have some neurological problems brought on by mercury poisoning and after years of research and trying different protocols, some of which made me WORSE in the past 10y. But the protocol I'm doing lately, while working, causes headaches, double vision and other vision challenges--not really condusive to computer work. An aside: I was not poisoned by just amalgam fillings or vaccinations or contact lens solutions(for anyone curious) but by a whole cocktail of things plus direct exposure to mercury vapor, the most deadly poison. So, don't worry, you will probably not have to deal w/ this. But the fact remains, I have a long road of detox ahead and I must continue on an altered course without being sidetracked. I will finish my angel series, then my fantasy series, frankly, will have to wait a little while--hopefully not long as writing has enabled me to keep my sanity through all this! Your prayers are much appreciated and I will be back as soon as I can!

Just a note: I came down sick 2 WEEKS ago and am still not up to par due to some extreme adrenal probs. I hope to be back next week! In the meantime my books are available on kindle. Next week- a preview-ish glimpse inside Angel House.

I was asked recently how I got the inspiration for this series. It started with a question after hearing a news story about a closet (see #3 when it comes out). What would it be like if the woman running the charity constantly gave of herself, not realizing her own needs, and what if the hero can see this and recognizes her potential? So many ideas flooded me that I had a hard time picking but wanted to keep it at 3 stories for my first themed series. So there you have it! We'll see how well it is received. Maybe there will be more, maybe not. But I've been sitting on these for about 5 years and didn't want to wait any longer. My research included: Angel House- http://www.stfrancishouse.org/site/PageServer?pagename=SFH_homepage My Angel- http://www.chemoangels.net/ Angel in My Closet - Coming soon!- http://www.svdp-sf.org/index.html Many of the other websites I used are outdated, unfortunately. I have the intention to donate part of my proceeds to the charity that is nearest to the topic I write, but that must come after my cost to publish. Mainly I wanted to call attention to these oft ignored parts of our society. We are all part of a bigger whole and must love even the most downtrodden.

Why I do it this way. I decided to write romance but not erotica and nothing explicit because I believe in idealistic principles. I wanted to tell my friends what I do and hold my head high. I want to buck the system (you have to know me to get this) which is leaning heavily towards erotica and more explicit sex. I am a mom and I want a better world for my children, plus wanting them to know and be proud of what I do. I generally write at a 1-2 on a hotness scale of 5. That means bedroom doors stay closed IF there is sex but there is sexual tension and a developing relationship. I don't think sex is bad by a long shot. (:] I think it has a place in intimacy, which is what I attempt to show. I do not write inspy but do have a firm belief system. I feel what you believe is personal and you will be led to your path so I never preach. I hope that my romance stories cross all faiths and speak to everyone. I sincerely hope you enjoy my writing. Honestly, I thought the day I publish would never come, given my other challenges. But it came and I'm reviving my blog because of it. I'll be back!