I LOVE heirloom tomatoes, and you’ve inspired me to want to start from seed with them as you have.
I started writing my novel in 2022, rewrote it in 2023, and spent the better part of this year querying it. After considering a contract with a hybrid publisher, I took the leap last week to self-publish and launch at a big writer’s conference in February. I have a cover design in process, a copy edit in process, a publicist deciding whether to break her own rule and work with an indie, and I learned the typesetting tools yesterday. So much to do!
We currently have five pets, and I’ve had many cats and dogs throughout my life. There was a golden retriever we got when I was 4 that slept on my bed and passed away when I was 16 that was like losing a sibling. And a cat I got when I moved into my first apartment after college that slept on me until she was 16. It’s so hard to let go of them, but I agree their heaven is being loved on earth.
I can connect with a lot of this, Jaime. All the best to you in your endeavors! Like gardening, writing takes time, patience, and the willingness to adapt. Pets certainly make everything easier, don't they?
Thanks, Peg. The quote make me teary each time I re-read it...but it's also comforting. We were very blessed to have had Jojo in our lives. I like to think she'd say the same about us.
Our pets are part of our family. It is so hard when they “cross over to rainbow bridge.” I have heard of a man who technically died but was brought back to life and he said he saw his childhood pet running to greet him. I like that thought. I am so sorry for your loss and the grief that you are going through. You are not alone. 🌻🌈♥️
I planted some seeds from a street tumble gem tomato and just saw them sprout to rush through the soil into the last of the September Sun...it is very satisfying... You said you're an urban farmer - you get this dopamine rush of producing something edible in the city.. it's almost a miracle. Enjoying your Denver Noir stories
I LOVE heirloom tomatoes, and you’ve inspired me to want to start from seed with them as you have.
I started writing my novel in 2022, rewrote it in 2023, and spent the better part of this year querying it. After considering a contract with a hybrid publisher, I took the leap last week to self-publish and launch at a big writer’s conference in February. I have a cover design in process, a copy edit in process, a publicist deciding whether to break her own rule and work with an indie, and I learned the typesetting tools yesterday. So much to do!
We currently have five pets, and I’ve had many cats and dogs throughout my life. There was a golden retriever we got when I was 4 that slept on my bed and passed away when I was 16 that was like losing a sibling. And a cat I got when I moved into my first apartment after college that slept on me until she was 16. It’s so hard to let go of them, but I agree their heaven is being loved on earth.
I can connect with a lot of this, Jaime. All the best to you in your endeavors! Like gardening, writing takes time, patience, and the willingness to adapt. Pets certainly make everything easier, don't they?
I love that quote. Thank you. And I wish you all success with your new book!
Thanks, Peg. The quote make me teary each time I re-read it...but it's also comforting. We were very blessed to have had Jojo in our lives. I like to think she'd say the same about us.
Our pets are part of our family. It is so hard when they “cross over to rainbow bridge.” I have heard of a man who technically died but was brought back to life and he said he saw his childhood pet running to greet him. I like that thought. I am so sorry for your loss and the grief that you are going through. You are not alone. 🌻🌈♥️
Thank you, Mollie. I absolutely agree...they are family. That's an amazing story! Thanks for sharing, and for your kind words.
I planted some seeds from a street tumble gem tomato and just saw them sprout to rush through the soil into the last of the September Sun...it is very satisfying... You said you're an urban farmer - you get this dopamine rush of producing something edible in the city.. it's almost a miracle. Enjoying your Denver Noir stories
Thank you! Glad you're enjoying Denver Noir and those fruits of your labor!
Your tomatoes look lovely. And delicious. Congratulations on the book you have nourished for all these years.
Thank you, Carl! Harvest time (for books and tomatoes) is a satisfying, albeit busy time.