guess what?
My editor sent me THIS link the other day.
The cover of my new book:
oh my gosh, I totally love it! It looks so amazing - like a book I would pick up and buy! I was so excited when I saw it, I had to share it!!
I have just finished a major project that I decided to tackle - mostly just to see if I could do it... so now I guess I can't avoid the housework any longer. SIGH. It's definitely daunting, I have to be honest. I'm struggling not to pity myself and give in to the girl scout cookies in my cupboard.
Today was a good day - really a great day. I went to church and just felt so in tune with everything. I'm feeling so normal again after having Sam, and though he's really incredibly heavy to lug around in the car seat, we've gotten into a pretty good routine. After church, Adam came home and i ran to Barnes and Noble to pick up a few Karen Kingsbury books. I have to be honest, I'm really not a reader - at least I've never thought of myself as a reader, but I've already read four books this year and it's only February. I think soemthing's come over me.
I enjoy these books. They're wholesome and that's always a huge plus for me because I blush at the thought of reading - you know - non-wholesome books. (Can we say Prude? It's okay - I've embraced it.) and I love the characters. I'd recommend them. And I'd also recommend HIGHLY - Redeeming Love by Francine Rivers which I believe will forever be my favorite book of all time. Also really enjoy Ted Dekker, who Adam loves.
Anyway, I got a Starbucks while I was out and came home to my house - warm and quiet, my family inside reading and drawing. Ethan had drawn pictures of Sam. There was "Baby Sam" - "Big Sam" - "Headless Sam" and "Dot to Dot Sam". We thought they were pretty clever little drawings, actually. I bought Ethan a couple of 'my first reader books' which he promptly opened with Sophia at his side and read out loud. I honestly can't believe how much he already knows.
Then it was back to church tonight for Kent Henry - a worship leader who was visiting our church this weekend. It was a good service - the fuel I needed as I feel God pulling me in. I feel like I'm sitting on the edge of something new, and while I"m still praying to find out what it is, it's exciting. It's exciting to know that God is moving and that I might be part of what he uses to make that move.
On a sad note, my grandma was admitted to the hospital this weekend. She really is doing so much better now. She has pneumonia and another infection, but these things are treatable, unlike what we all feared it might be. she's recovering, but it's just an unwelcome reminder that life is so short. I'm concentrating on grabbing onto every moment... even with all this laundry staring me in the face.
here's to another week. Thank God for another week!
I'm a fairly prude reader myself. Thanks for the recommendation. :) And I'm sorry to hear about your Grandmother. I hope they can make her feel more comfortable, get some rest, and return home soon!!
Posted by:JenGallacher | February 25, 2008 at 04:38 AM
LOVE LOVE LOVE the cover of your new book! I would totally grab that up just because the cover is so cute! :) he he he Can I say that I feel the same way you do? I'm totally having a feeling God is about to do something big and I might be a part of it. :) It's awesome. He's doing a dance in my soul right now that is absolutely amazing! OH HOW I LOVE HIM!!!! :) Thanks for the tip on the books. I'm so sorry about your grandmother. I hope she gets well soon! My prayers are with you!
Posted by:beth murphy | February 25, 2008 at 07:26 AM
Courtney, I'm so sorry to hear that your grandma had to be hospitalized. I pray she has a speedy recovery.
I SERIOUSLY LOVE THE COVER OF YOUR NEW BOOK!!!! Super cute! It's probably a good sign of what's inside. I can't wait to get my hands on it! Congratulations!
I have read the first book of a series by Karen Kingsbury. I don't remember the name, but it was about a family in a car accident and the message was forgiveness. I read alot and this was a very good book. I have yet to get the second of that series, but I plan to.
Have a good week!
Posted by:Cyndi Hoehn | February 25, 2008 at 07:41 AM
I LOVE the cover!!!! How could anyone pass it and not want to pick it up?? I am sorry to hear about your grandma. I lost my grandma this past spring and I agree that even at 84 years old...life seems way too short.
Posted by:Jeanne | February 25, 2008 at 07:46 AM
Love the cover! I can't wait to buy the book!
I lead a women's book club at our church, and Karen Kingsbury and Francine Rivers are two of our favorites, with Redeeming Love being everyone's hands down favorite. I have read and re-read it.
Will be praying for your grandma. Have a good week!
Posted by:Sarah | February 25, 2008 at 07:53 AM
can't wait for your new book - how do you do it!?! busy family/church life and sb career -
WOW! blessing to you!
Posted by:carolm | February 25, 2008 at 09:12 AM
Karen Kingsbury is GREAT! She came to KC a while ago and one of my friends worked at her table where she was signing books! I love Angela Hunt, too. She is terrific. Since I have really began to intentionally guard my mind, I find that Christian fiction is really great.
On another note, your book cover is looks fabulous! Congrats!
Love, Heather
Posted by:Heather | February 25, 2008 at 09:40 AM
Thanks for the book recommendations. They sound right up my alley.
I hope your grandmother is better soon.
Posted by:Shelly McCabe | February 25, 2008 at 10:14 AM
Love the cover of the new book. So awesome...can't wait to see what the inside holds! Do you have an ETA on the print date?
Prayers coming your way for your Grandmother.
Posted by:Jill | February 25, 2008 at 11:55 AM
OMG, completely loving your book cover!!! So bright and fun.
I'm pretty prude myself, and I'm a HUGE reader. I just scored Redeeming Love and the Scarlet Thread this weekend at our local library book sale. Redeeming Love is also my all-time favorite book now (my sweet friend introduced me to it). A really fun author is Kristen Billerbeck- you might want to check her out. Her Ashley Stockingdale novels are a hoot!
Sorry to hear about your grandmother, prayers will be for your family.
God bless you-
Miranda Ables
Posted by:Miranda Ables | February 25, 2008 at 12:30 PM
Wow love the cover of your book!!!!!!
Posted by:Natasja | February 25, 2008 at 12:45 PM
LOVE the cover of the book!! It looks like a cover that would draw me in too!! I can't wait until it comes out!!
I am glad your grandmother is improving. I will be keeping her in my prayers!!
Blessings and Hugs!!
Posted by:MelissaC | February 25, 2008 at 02:49 PM
Sorry about your grandmother, sending her prayers...
I love the cover of your new book!!!
Posted by:Jenn | February 25, 2008 at 06:43 PM
Courtney, I will say some prayers for your Grandmother. The book cover is amazing! I cannot wait to get a copy. Congratulations.
Posted by:Shaun | February 25, 2008 at 07:04 PM
I will pray for your grandmother and for what God has in store for you! Your new book looks very fascinating!
Posted by:Lisa Jamerson | February 26, 2008 at 06:20 AM
courtney............i LOVE the book cover!!! you are so talented and i am so honored to call you a friend.
sorry to hear about grandma. which one is it? tell your family hi and we miss you guys so much!
talk to you soon....
Posted by:julie | February 26, 2008 at 12:14 PM
courtney............i LOVE the book cover!!! you are so talented and i am so honored to call you a friend.
sorry to hear about grandma. which one is it? tell your family hi and we miss you guys so much!
talk to you soon....
Posted by:julie | February 26, 2008 at 12:14 PM
Redeeming Love is my fav book too!!! Karen K is a great author too...I think I've read all of hers.
Congrats on your book too...the cover looks great!
Posted by:Erin Bassett | February 26, 2008 at 07:54 PM
This is going to be a hot book.
Posted by:debby | March 03, 2008 at 11:49 AM
Courtney, Oh, your book looks great! I can't wait to get my hands on it.
Sorry to hear about your Grandma, but am glad to hear that she is home. I will send up a prayer for her.
Posted by:Kristi M. | March 04, 2008 at 04:53 AM