It’s official, it’s 2026. LOL – I’m sharpening my pencils for writing. This is the year to get my children’s book done. I plan on self-publishing, but I need to find an illustrator and learn “how” to self-publish. 😉
I understand! Self-publishing a large novel is difficult. I rely on my hybrid publisher to help me edit and get it up and out to different markets. Perhaps you can find someone on WordPress who might illustrate for you. I follow a retired couple and she illustrates wonderfully. Well, she is a really good artist but I don’t know if she does this. She and her husband live in Alabama. I once told her she would be perfect illustrating children’s books.
It’s a process, isn’t it. My daughter might have someone who can help me, but I’m not quite there yet. Picture books need to be 500 words or less, so a lot of word cutting involved. :).
If you type in ‘art’ on her search button, her work comes up. I just thought I would throw out her name. I think I did suggest it to her as she is retired but anyway. Good artist!
Happy New Year, Monica! I reserve my toast for peace, between other countries at war and between the divide in our own country. It’s asking a lot, of course, but hope is a good thing, right?
To copy an old song title: “What the World Needs Now Is Love” … we could learn to be nicer to one another. I mean outside the blogging world – here we are always on our best behavior. 🙂 Happy New Year Monica!
You are right, love is important. I do think love is out there… if the media would show good deeds, people helping each other, our world would be transformed. Here’s to 2026!
For health reasons, I had to close my first blog. But I’ve been back since early 2024 under the same name : plumespointespalettes et partitions art – you should be able to find me easily. Thank you very much ♥
Just tried searching, no results. Do you have a link by chance? I’m happy to go and visit your site. When i click on your “pasdedeuxariasetjolismots” link above, it says your site is no longer available.
So nice to hear from you. I hope you are still happy with boyfriend in Florida. 💕 Oh, have you done any new mosaics? Would love to see your creative work again.
I finally got all my mosaic pieces and mosaic materials down to Florida. I finally got a table for it, so now all I need to do is start working on them 🙂
Wishing you a very Happy New Year!!
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Hi Darlene, Happy New Year! It’s official now. Working of my list of goals…😉
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Happy New Year
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To you too. We’re officially in 2026!
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Here’s to a healthy, fruitful 2026.
Take care.
Neil S.
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Look forward to a moving art post soon from you. 😉
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Thanks. It will be a while, though, before the next installment of Art On Wheels appears.
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Have a happy New Year! Thanks for your wishes the last time! I do hope the Old year ends quietly and the New Year roars with good things for all.
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It’s official, it’s 2026. LOL – I’m sharpening my pencils for writing. This is the year to get my children’s book done. I plan on self-publishing, but I need to find an illustrator and learn “how” to self-publish. 😉
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I understand! Self-publishing a large novel is difficult. I rely on my hybrid publisher to help me edit and get it up and out to different markets. Perhaps you can find someone on WordPress who might illustrate for you. I follow a retired couple and she illustrates wonderfully. Well, she is a really good artist but I don’t know if she does this. She and her husband live in Alabama. I once told her she would be perfect illustrating children’s books.
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It’s a process, isn’t it. My daughter might have someone who can help me, but I’m not quite there yet. Picture books need to be 500 words or less, so a lot of word cutting involved. :).
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You can find her under Blackberry Homestead. Wishing you the best!
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Ok, I’ll look and see if I find her. thank you.
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Is this what you were talking about? https://retirementrvdream.com/blackberry-homestead/
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Yes, it is a few blogs back with her drawings. I thought they were good for work as an illustrator. I wish you luck!
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Thank you!
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If you type in ‘art’ on her search button, her work comes up. I just thought I would throw out her name. I think I did suggest it to her as she is retired but anyway. Good artist!
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Ok, thank you!
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Bring on the Year of the Horse. I’m over the Snake. Cheers🥂
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Oh yes, a horse sounds good. I didn’t look to see what it was, thanks for sharing. I’ll have to see what it says for me… GOOD THINGS hopefully.
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Happy New Year, Monica! I reserve my toast for peace, between other countries at war and between the divide in our own country. It’s asking a lot, of course, but hope is a good thing, right?
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Yes, peace is important. As the year starts, I’m hopeful. Happy New Year!
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Happy New Year! 🍾
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To copy an old song title: “What the World Needs Now Is Love” … we could learn to be nicer to one another. I mean outside the blogging world – here we are always on our best behavior. 🙂 Happy New Year Monica!
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You are right, love is important. I do think love is out there… if the media would show good deeds, people helping each other, our world would be transformed. Here’s to 2026!
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I hope it happens soon – yes, bring on 2026!
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Thank you ! Happy and lovely New Year 2026 for you so !
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To you too. I looked to see if you had a Blog, but maybe you closed it or I wasn’t looking properly?
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For health reasons, I had to close my first blog. But I’ve been back since early 2024 under the same name : plumespointespalettes et partitions art – you should be able to find me easily. Thank you very much ♥
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Just tried searching, no results. Do you have a link by chance? I’m happy to go and visit your site. When i click on your “pasdedeuxariasetjolismots” link above, it says your site is no longer available.
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I sincerely hope that this link works and that I count among my suscribers. Thank you for your message : https://plumespointespalettesetpartitions.com/
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Thank you for the link. I subscribed. Looks like you write in French. I won’t be able to translate all the time, but I can see your photos. 🙂
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Happy New Year.
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To you too! Here’s to more of your beautiful photography!
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I will join your toast to 2026! To your excellent suggestions, I will add love to all those around us!
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We always need love!! We’re starting 2026, time for a book review from you? Any new books? I’ll be checking. 😉
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Today I take a deep dive into one book. There are some others that I need to corral into an update on my reading, hopefully soon.
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I’m excited to put 2025 behind me! Happy New Year!
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We’re officially into 2026! New goals…😉
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Yes!
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Hi Monica,
I wish you and your family a beautiful and blessed 2026!
Peace and health to all!! ❤️❤️
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So nice to hear from you. I hope you are still happy with boyfriend in Florida. 💕 Oh, have you done any new mosaics? Would love to see your creative work again.
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I get happier and happier with the boyfriend 🙂
I finally got all my mosaic pieces and mosaic materials down to Florida. I finally got a table for it, so now all I need to do is start working on them 🙂
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GREAT news! You are a talented artist, so this will be a wonderful outlet for you.
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