In this post, I’ll be:
- Sharing my experiences.
- Plagiarizing Jerry Maguire.
- Name-dropping a lot.
- Humble-bragging a little.
- Taking an inside joke of a song way too far.
Oh, 12×12 community. You complete me.
I wrote my first draft of a picture book when my kids (now 12 and 11) were toddlers. Reading those books to them, I was reminded just how much I loved children’s books. And my competitive spirit made me think I could do better than a lot of what we were reading.
Four years ago, my amazing wife convinced me to “do something with my writing.” I had joined SCBWI a few years before that. But my wife’s encouragement led to me discovering 12 x 12. More than any other group I’ve joined or any other action I’ve taken, being part of 12 x 12 is what has made me feel like an author.
From manuscript critiques on the forum to finding a critique group (hi Christina Gajda and Renee Kirchner) to publishing my first book to winning a critique from the dancing queen Marcie Colleen through a monthly check-in to finding my awesome agent Natascha Morris through my GOLD membership to writing a “How I Got My Agent” article about that experience to lucking into dinner with the legendary Jane Yolen and other 12 x 12ers (photo evidence included) to being the Featured Author and writing the run-on sentence you’re reading right now…12 x 12 had me at hello.
My first book BUT I DON’T EAT ANTS was published a little over two years ago. I got my agent over a year ago, and we’ve had two stories out on submission for about a year. We recently pulled those back and now have a new title out on submission that I’m really excited about. Meanwhile, I keep writing and trying not to think too hard about whether this one will sell or not. My critique group and other 12 x 12ers (looking at you, Gabe Jensen) help me with that.
In my four years as a 12 x 12er, this is the first year that I won’t get to 12 drafts. Which bums me out a little. But I’ll be joining again in January and will do my best to hit 12 drafts next year. And I think that’s the only advice I’d impart – what we do is fun, so we might as well do our damnedest.
And now, a song that most of the world wouldn’t get.
“The 12 Months of 12xmas,” (pronounced “Twelve By-mas”) is in the key of “The 12 Days of Christmas.” Unlike Christmas, 12xmas is a made-up holiday we can all celebrate. I’d like to think it’s as spectacular as it is secular. If you’re feeling like this article is already running long, here’s a tip: Skip to the last stanza. It’s got all the goodies without the repetition.
The 12 Months of 12xmas
On the first month of 12xmas, my writing gave to me.
A new draft about an MC.
On the second month of 12xmas, my writing gave to me.
Two rad revisions.
And a new draft about an MC.
On the third month of 12xmas, my writing gave to me.
Three stories simmerin’.
Two rad revisions.
And a new draft about an MC.
On the fourth month of 12xmas, my writing gave to me.
Four fab critiques.
Three stories simmerin’.
Two rad revisions.
And a new draft about an MC.
On the fifth month of 12xmas, my writing gave to me.
Five coffees drank.
Four fab critiques.
Three stories simmerin’.
Two rad revisions.
And a new draft about an MC.
On the sixth month of 12xmas, my writing gave to me.
Six webinars watched.
Five large coffees drank.
Four fab critiques.
Three stories simmerin’.
Two rad revisions.
And a new draft about an MC.
On the seventh month of 12xmas, my writing gave to me.
Seven stories submitted.
Six webinars watched.
Five gallons of coffee drank.
Four fab critiques.
Three stories simmerin’.
Two rad revisions.
And a new draft about an MC.
On the eighth month of 12xmas, my writing gave to me.
Eight agents queried.
Seven stories submitted.
Six webinars watched.
Five barrels of coffee drank.
Four fab critiques.
Three stories simmerin’.
Two rad revisions.
And a new draft about an MC.
On the ninth month of 12xmas, my writing gave to me.
Nine Ninja visits.
Eight agents queried.
Seven stories submitted.
Six webinars watched.
Five hundred coffees drank.
Four fab critiques.
Three stories simmerin’.
Two rad revisions.
And a new draft about an MC.
On the tenth month of 12xmas, my writing gave to me.
10 pitches proposed.
Nine Ninja visits.
Eight agents queried.
Seven stories submitted.
Six webinars watched.
Five thousand coffees drank.
Four fab critiques.
Three stories simmerin’.
Two rad revisions.
And a new draft about an MC.
On the eleventh month of 12xmas, my writing gave to me.
11 elves a’helpin.
10 pitches proposed.
Nine Ninja visits.
Eight agents queried.
Seven stories submitted.
Six webinars watched.
Five million coffees drank.
Four fab critiques.
Three stories simmerin’.
Two rad revisions.
And a new draft about an MC.
On the twelfth month of 12xmas, my writing gave to me.
12 manuscripts written.
11 elves a’helpin’.
10 pitches proposed.
Nine Ninja visits.
Eight agents queried.
Seven stories submitted.
Six webinars watched.
Five billion coffees drank.
Four fab critiques.
Three stories simmerin’.
Two rad revisions.
And a new draft about an MC.
Dan Marvin is a children’s book writer who also works in advertising as a writer and creative director. He lives in Farmington Hills, MI, with his wife and daughter who are picky eaters and his son who definitely is not. Dan and his son will try almost anything, BUT THEY DON’T EAT ANTS! Connect with Dan on Twitter @dwmarvin or at facebook.com/ByDanMarvin.
Dan is offering a signed copy of his book BUT I DON’T EAT ANTS and candy with real ants inside to the winner of the December check-in. So finish this year strong and enter the final check-in of the year!
239 Responses
Dan – Thanks for an inspiring post to finish the year off strong! And I love your song! Bravo!
Thank you very much, Melissa!
Happy December. Enjoyed your song.
Love the song and can’t wait to read the book!
Thank you, Katie!
Thank you, Kathleen. See you in the manuscript makeover forum. Happy January!
Love it! Thanks for imparting your 12xwisdom and wishing you much 12xsuccess in the new year!
Thanks so much, Lauri! Much 12x success to you in 2020, too!
I most enjoyed the run-on sentence which made me laugh, was loaded with information, took me for a ride, brought us along on your journey, explained the picture, honored your critique friends, introduced your agent, nicknamed Marcie Colleen, and ended up plagiarizing Jerry Maguire. Again. Well done!
Genevieve – you’ve really masted this run-on sentence thing. Well done yourself! Thanks for the thoughtful note and all the commas for clarity. : )
Dan,
Congratulations on your book and I’m a picky eater too and no I don’t eat ants either so I’d love the book but please no candy with ants! Thanks for your honesty about your PB journey. I hope you get another book contract very soon!
Thanks Sue! If you win the raffle, I’ll hold off on the ant candy! I promise.
What a journey, Dan. 12xmas has given me a new book to read. Here’s wishing you all the best for many more successes.
Thank you, Jerrianne! Hope you enjoy my book!
Dan, you are so right! 12×12 is such a supportive community. Your version of the 12 Days certainly hit many of the plusses of this wonderful group. Thank you for a timely reminder of all we have to be thankful for.
Thanks Marcia. Glad the reminder was timely even if my response isn’t. : )
Sounds like a great book! Congrats, Dan!
Thank you, Kim!
Dan, thanks for sharing your journey. I adored the song! Hopefully the new manuscript will sell. Thanks for the post.
Thank you, Deborah!
Thanks for sharing your journey, Dan! Love the song.
Thank you, Rose!
Thanks for an amusing and heartfelt piece! Your enthusiasm is contagious. Congratulations on your book and good luck with your other submissions. 🙂
You’re welcome, Deborah. And thanks for the good luck wishes. Back atcha! Glad I was able to pass on some enthusiasm. It’s better than the other stuff going around this time of year. : )
Great post, Dan! Thank you for giving us a peek at your publishing journey and for sharing your insights!! Love your version of the 12 Days!
I was happy to share. Thank you!
Such a positive attitude! Thanks for sharing your journey. Good luck on the new submission.
Thanks Laurie! Positivity is something we can control. Or fake. So I do both, depending on the moment. Best of luck to you in 2020!
I love your enthusiasm and positivity! Congrats on all your success! 🙂
Thanks for not finding it annoying, Rebecca! I can’t help it! And thank you.
Now THAT was an awesome song. Thanks for sharing your journey.
Thank you very much! I appreciate it.
Thanks for sharing. Good luck with your writing and your latest manuscript on submission.
Thank you, Jennifer!
Thanks, Dan, for a fun post. And a new Christmas (or Bymas) song.
Thank you, Tiffany!
Thank you, Tiffany! I appreciate it!
What a boatload of fun! Thanks for this warming jingle, and congratulations on your success. 12×12 rules!
You’re welcome for the jingle, Tina! 12×12 is the best. Happy New Year!
Dan, thanks for being so down-to-earth about writing and submitting. For those of us in the trenches with you it is a boost to know that there is still room for others in the publication field. Your song rendition is a hit, but maybe not in the top ten forever.
Marjorie – I’m definitely in the trenches, and there’s definitely room for others. And I totally agree – the song is a one-hit wonder with one particular audience in mind. : ) I’m okay with that. Thanks for the note.
Thank you for an inspiring (and clever!) post. Congratulations on all your successes!
Thank you, Heather!
Thanks for sharing your story, Dan, and for that fabulous Xmas song. I’m thinking about roasting some of my manuscripts on an open fire……but that’s another song, isn’t it? Good luck with your submissions!
Haha! Oh, so many of my manuscripts belong on that open fire in place of chestnuts, but instead they’re taking up space on my MacBook. Thanks for the note.
Dan, thanks for the post and good luck with your new submission! I have seen parts of your anteater book online and they made me laugh out loud. Totallini! LOL
Hi Kristen – thanks! I’m glad my book made you laugh. : )
*Kirsten. Not Kristen. Sorry about that. : )
Thanks for sharing your journey and clever song, Dan. Congrats on your success and good luck with the new submission!
Thank you, Dee!
Lovely post and I so enjoyed your song. Soooooooo much coffee drank, I can relate. 🙂
So much coffee, Diane. Because even if coffee doesn’t care, it’s delicious. And that’s enough. Thanks for reading the post!
Thanks Dan! Love the book.
Thank you, Elizabeth!
Fa…la…la..la..la. La…la..la…la! Dan, how fun to deck this page with a fun, 12 x 12 Christmas carol! I can certainly relate to the five billion cups of coffee! Yes, Julie Hedlund and her 12 x 12 troop of exceptionally gifted elves have truly provided wisdom and insight about the hard work of writing stellar picture books. I keep striving to write stories better than so many of the published books that fill a market niche but not the “magical” niche that children and adults long for. Sending you inspiration and energy for your writing journey….
Inspiration and energy received, Marsha. Thank you. Julie and the 12×12 community really are amazing. Coffee is pretty damn good, too. Let’s find the magic this year!
The song is so fun, and a great way to stay motivated this last month! Thanks!
Thank you, Suzie! I know it’s been a month since you made this comment, but thank you nonetheless. : )
Thanks for a great post, Dan. I loved The 12 Months of 12xmas!
Thank you, Cathy!
This is hilarious, Dan! Thanks for sharing your story (and sense of humor)! Hope to connect with you again in person soon!
Thanks, Kari! I’m no longer living in Austin, but it has a very special place in my heart. As does our dinner with Jane. I wish you all the best and hope we’ll connect again in the future.
12×12 has been such a motivator for me, it’s so nice to see the progress and success it has brought to others!
It’s the best, Carrie. I hope we both make the most of 2020 and all that 12×12 has to offer!
Congratulations, Dan! And thank you for the inspiration! Also, I did skip to the end, but I love your 12xmas song! Happy Holidays! (I can’t help overusing the !!!’s)!
I’m glad it was inspirational and I totally get skipping to the end, Lisa!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Thanks, Dan for ending the year on a fun note! Happy Holidays!
Happy New Year, Judy!
I enjoyed reading your story, Dan. Thanks for sharing! I love 12xmas!
Thank you, Karin!
I like the exponential rate at which coffee is being consumed. Happy Holidays!
Haha! Glad you noticed the coffee dependence. I have no shame about that. Happy New Year!
Thanks for sharing, Dan. I play guitar. Can I join your critique group? lol
Hi Chelle – I have no musical talent whatsoever. But I’d still be open to swapping critiques.
your 12 Days of 12xmas is perfect! It is great to see your persistence. I hope 2020 will bring you new book contracts.
Thanks, Claire – I hope so, too. And may 2020 bring you writing success!
I’m going to be humming the 12xmas song all day now … thanks for sharing and best of luck with the current submissions.
Happy humming, Joan. And thank you.
Love the humor, and here’s to more drafts in 2020 for the both of us!
More drafts, Tanya – I’m with you! Quantity to get to quality. Happy New Year!
This is brilliant! Nicely done 🙂
Thank you, Charlotte!
It’s great to see how much 12×12 has blessed your journey. I am finishing up my first 12×12 and looking forward to my second!
Thanks, Johanna. I hope to see you on the forums this year!
Great to read a 12×12 success story. Congratulations.
Thank you, Jay!
Dan, great story — always good to hear about successes!
I just sung the whole song and am laughing hysterically at the coffee getting bigger each time. Thanks for the boost. Best of luck on your stories.
I second all your comments about 12×12 and the amazing things that happen once you join 🙂
It’s great to have a like minded community of fellow strivers.
Congrats on your book. Love the title!
It is fun so that is why we work so hard. Thanks for the December post. See you in the new year!
Omigosh. I laughed myself into a coughing fit over this post! Can I get a refill?
Ok, now that I’ve composed myself, this post also gave me such a sense of community. Like really, who else would get that song? Also added another book title to my reading list!
What a clever song! Thanks for sharing your journey and story. It was very inspiring!
Thank you Dan for your timely Christmas carol and your hard work to get an agent and published. So it can be done! I am so glad to see others succeeding. Looking forward to next year, too.
Funny, creative, and wonderful. Thanks.
12×12 is definitely all that! I loved your song!!!! I can’t wait to read BUT THEY DON’T EAT ANTS!! Thanks for an entertaining and inspiring post.
Thank you, Lauren! I hope you enjoy the book. 12×12 is the best!
What a fun and relatable post! Congrats on your success!
Thank you, Jennifer!
Great song! Looking forward to picking up your book–congratulations!
Thanks, Lauren. I hope you enjoy the book!
Well, reading through these comments is fun – thank you all! I’m glad the post was appreciated and the silly song was enjoyed. May the new year bring lots of new stories for all of us!
Thanks Dan! What a fun post. Love your 12xmas song!
Thank you, Candace!
Congratulations on your book! Pinning the last stanza of your song to my billboard. The items will be my motivation when my writing feels slow. Happy Holidays!
Krissy – I’m honored that you’d pin it, and happy I can help motivate. Thanks!
Twelve Days of Thanks, Dan, for sharing your journey in such a humorous, run-on way! And congrats on your books.
Thanks Barb. I could go on and on about the merits of a good run-on sentence.
Thank you for sharing your story! It is so inspiring.
Thank you for that, Christina!
This was great! Very creative!
Thank you, Natalie!
Such fun! Isn’t that what we all need?
What fun! Isn’t humor what we all need?
Fun is the funnest. Thanks for the note, Lisa!
I typed “Lysa.” Thanks for nothing, spell check.
Dan, you da MAN!
Thanks for helping me formulate by 2020 12 x 12 goals with your lovely song.
Angela – thanks for making me feel like da man. Here’s to 12x in ’20!
Dan, thanks for a great post and the perfect song to end this year! I share your sentiments about 12×12…and not eating ants!
Glad you enjoyed the song and the post. Thanks!
This was great!
Thank you, Natalie!
Thank you Dan- great way to close out 2019!
You’re welcome, Mary. Thanks for reading!
Thank you Dan, for sharing your journey. It’s always so interesting to read how we each navigate our own path of turns. And it always comes back to ‘a village’ of encouragement along the way. P.S. I don’t eat ants either!
Happy to share the journey, Kris. And I wish you the best on yours!
Good luck with the new round of submissions, Dan! And thanks for the cute jingle! See you in 2020
Thanks Shaunda! See you in 2020.
Dan – Fun poem….great picture with the kids!!
Thanks Shelly! The little one next to me in those pictures is my daughter. She joins me on bookstore visits whenever possible, which I love.
When I was in high school, my World Culture teacher served us chocolate-covered ants and other bugs. I’d love to win a copy of your book, I DON’T EAT ANTS. because, of, course, I won’t eat ants ever again.
Well, I hope you win and I hope you give ants a second chance. They’re pretty tasty. And crunchy.
Love the song and can’t wait to read the book!
Thank you, Katie!
Thank you, Dan, for sharing your journey and leaving me with inspiration. Looking forward to 2020!
I’m glad you enjoyed it, Charlotte. Happy New Year!
Thank you for sharing your story. I loved your song! It has me raring to go in 2020.
Thank you, Gail! I’m ready for 2020, too.
Thank you Dan for the great reminder of a writers struggle. And congratulations on your success. I love your book cover and your title. Was it hard to come up with that great title?
See on 12×12 in 2020. Happy New Year.
All the best, Joan Sloane
Hi Joan – thank you so much. I don’t remember coming up with the title, but I remember getting all kinds of help with writing the story on the manuscript makeover forum. See you in 2020!
Hey Dan:
I’m a fellow creative director/kit lit writer. (The two forms have a lot in common.)
Hope y/our children’s book writing propels you/us out of the ad game someday.
Could happen. Ants are mighty strong…
Hi Bill – thank you for the note. I’m familiar with Borders Perrin Norrander and some of the awesome ad work you’ve done over the years. Here’s hoping that whether we write our way out of the ad world or not, the kid lit world embraces our stories.
Great take on the 12 days of Christmas. Good for you, four years. You have me beat by 3! Happy New Year!
Thanks Beverly. Happy New Year!
Love your spirit. Thanks for the inspiring words and festive song as we head into 2020!
Thank you, Robin!
I love how the amount of coffee in that song keeps increasing more and more! Ha!
In a lot of ways, your story is similar to mine, except that you’ve been doing this longer. I’m only on my second year of 12 x 12, but I too started writing picture books when my first child was a toddler, because reading them over and over again made me appreciate them more AND made me want to try to write my own.
Hi Teresa – yeah, our stories are similar. Here’s to another great year of writing and the 12×12 community. And coffee!
Thanks for sharing your journey, Dan! Best of luck with your new submission!
Happy to share, Liz! And thanks!
Thank you, Dan, for the 12 Days of Christmas parody. It’s delightful to hear about your journey and your successes. Happy New Year.
You’re welcome, Bari! Glad you enjoyed it. Happy New Year!
Thanks for sharing your story with us, Dan! I wish you all the best in 2020!
Rebekah
Thanks Rebekah! All the best to you, too!
Thanks for sharing your journey.
You’re welcome, Ashley. It was fun to share.
So useful to hear about your submission experience. Thanks, Dan. Best wishes with the book that’s out to editors now.
Thank you, Anne. I appreciate it.
This books sounds hilarious!
Thank you, Joy!
I am rather enthralled with the subject matter of your PB. I will have to get a copy. I attend a lot of the Farmington Hills SCBWI workshops at Heritage Park on the first Mondays of each month. I live in Saline, so I do not come if the weather is bad. I regularly attend the Ann Arbor SCBWI workshop that meets in the downtown branch of the Ann Arbor Public Library. We have a PB only sub-group that meets after the regular meeting. I wish you a happy and successful New year.
Thanks Dave! I really need to take advantage of my SCBWI membership and make it out to more workshops. Hopefully I’ll see you at Heritage Park soon. And I love Ann Arbor, so I’ll make the effort to get out that way, too. Happy writing in the new year!
Dan – Your enthusiasm for and sense of humor surrounding writing is clear…loved reading about your journey as well as the network of support that keeps you going. Inspirational for sure – thanks for sharing!
Thanks for the kinds words, Deb! I really do love writing. I’m thrilled to have found so many others who do, too.
Looking forward to reading your book and another fabulous year of 12×12!
Thanks Michele! I hope you enjoy the book, and I know we’ll both enjoy another year of 12×12.
Thanks for sharing your path and the song
You’re welcome, Stephanie! (And you’re also welcome for the fact that I wrote the song, but spared you my singing.) Happy new year!
What a great take off on the 12 days of Christmas. So many ways to get things done on a writing journey. This looks like a totally fun book!
Thank you, Sherri!
Thanks Dan. Great Book!
Thank you, Nadia!
Congrats! Great post. Happy 2020!
Thanks Chana! Happy 2020 to you, too!
Always good to hear authors struggles and successes! Thanks.
Thanks Alan. I’m all for keeping it real, but with optimism.
Thank you for sharing your journey, Dan!
You’re welcome, Heidi!
I always love coming across other Michiganders! I grew up in Livonia and now live in Grand Rapids. Congrats on your book, your agent and here’s to much success in the new year.
Hello fellow Michigander! I know what you mean. Makes our small world feel even smaller. Happy writing in 2020, Cheryl!
Another wonderful writing journey to inspire us in 2020. And thanks for the rhyming ditty…looking forward to ANY of those (except the gazillion cups of coffee!) Happy New Year.
Hi Joyce – glad you enjoyed the ditty and I hoe 2020 brings us lots of fun on our writing journeys.
Love the coffee line! Intriguing title for your book. I’ll put it on my list. 🙂
Thanks Mary! I love coffee, so I’m glad you love the coffee line.
Thanks, Dan, for your post about your journey to publication and the 12 Days ditty.
Thank you kindly, Jane!
Congrats to you, Dan! I’m looking forward to reading BUT I DON’T EAT ANTS!! Wishing you much success in the new year.
Thank you, Judy! I wish you much success, too!
Love your 12 days rendition! Congrats on the new book!
Thank you, Megan!
Thanks for sharing! I love your humor and your song.
Thank you, Kay!
Best of luck in your new round of submissions & I, like many, adore your “12 Days” poem! Looking to read more from you in the next decade!
Thanks Jenny – best of luck to you in the 20s, too!
Great song Dan & an inspiring post. It’s so easy to get wrapped into what isn’t working, rather than focus on the writing and what you can control. Best of luk with the new story.
Thanks Maria and best of luck to you with your writing, too.
I’m intrigued by the fact that you didn’t sign with your agent until after your book was published. The story sounds like a lot of fun! I’m not so sure about the ant-containing candy, though …
Hi Janet – I wasn’t querying agents yet at that point. I was just submitting to publishers, and got lucky that my story found a publisher who liked it. But that luck came partly from doing my research via The Book from SCBWI and making sure my query letter was properly personalized. Also, if you gave the ant candy a try, you might like it. : ) Happy writing!
Hi Dan,
Great Christmas themed encouragement post. I can relate So much, and it made me smile.
Danielle
Thanks Danielle!
Thanks Dan for your 12xmas holiday. I think we should make it an annual event.
I hope 2020 brings you much writing success!
Thanks Claire! I hope 2020 brings you writing successes, too!
I have a story about ants in my computer. I’d love to win yours and see if it can help me push mine from my computer back into the editing/critiquing process.
Good luck with your story, and with the drawing!
Love the song and the message Dad! Thank you:)
Did I type Dad? So sorry! Dan!
Haha! Well, I am a dad. So it doesn’t feel so strange to me. Thanks for the note!
Appreciate your post Dan. It’s actually encouraging. as well as a delightful read.
So glad for your success.
Looking forward to reading your book. Hopefully the West Bloomfield Library has it.
If not, it’ll be a MEL request. Are you open to meeting in person? We probably live within a few miles of each other.
Best Wishes for a terrific 2020.
Hello and thank you and yes – I’d definitely be open to meeting in person. I love our online community, but expanding our children’s book writing network in real life is a good idea, too.
Oh my gosh, I love the song!
Thank you, Jennifer!
Love the song, Dan! Thank you for the inspiration.
An ode to coffee is in order now.
Thanks for the note, Rina. And I’m with you on the ode to coffee. I’m enjoying one right now.
Thank you for the funny!
You’re welcome, Elizabeth!
Dan, congratulations on a productive year! I love this song– it’s so inspiring!
Thanks Kelly! Best wishes to you in the coming year.
Thanks for sharing your journey with us, Dan. I love your song!
Thank you, Kellie!
Thanks for singing to us, Dan. Good luck on your book that’s out on submission.
Thank you, Mona!
Great post Dan! Congratulations on But I Don’t Eat Ants! (And your song is so clever!)
Thank you, Laura!
Love to read inspirational posts. Congratulations and Thank you Dan.
Thank you, Jay!
So hilarious. This brightened my day. thanks for sharing.
Thanks, Elizabeth! Happy to brighten your day!
Thanks, Dan, for sharing your journey and your catchey song. Because coffee!! Congrats on your book, and here’s to your future success in 2020!
Thank you and you’re welcome, and here’s to 2020 for both of us, because coffee!
Love the song! It’s good to hear how much 12 x 12 has influenced and enriched your writing life! Keep on writing!!
Thank you, Michele!
Dan, thank you! That was funny and encouraging. Nice 12×12 love with which to end the year. I’ve been feeling like I’m in a pressure cooker lately–work stuff and writing stuff and too many deadlines and getting behind. I needed a little lightness. Needed to remember the FUN. And I need to read your book! I’m putting it on my list.
Rhett – I can totally relate to the pressure-cooker feeling. Here’s to somehow finding time to do what we love. Thanks for the note!
Thanks for sharing your story and your humor! Congrats on your book.
You’re welcome, Brenda. And thank you!
Thanks, Dan! Looking forward to reading your book. 🙂
Thank you, Ann. I hope you enjoy it.
Love the song and looking forward to reading your book!
Thanks Arlene! I hope you enjoy it.
Hi Dan, I’m from Novi and Livonia, but now in CT. Say hello to the Farmington Library for me. It saved my sanity when I had four kids under the age of four. Looking forward to your new work finding its way to the shelf. Thanks for sharing!