Debby Gies, aka D.G. Kaye, has just released her 6th memoir, Twenty Years: After “I Do”. She speaks from the heart and bares her soul in her writing. I couldn’t recommend her books more highly.
Debby is an ardent supporter of authors, featuring guest posts and interviews, reblogs, book reviews, tips and tricks, and much more. She is an inspiration and a woman I am proud to call Sister and Friend.
Join me in congratulating Debby on launching her new book. She frequently shares her fellow authors’ posts, so please do her the honor of sharing this, or her original launch post, to your social networks. Thank you so much
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BLURB
May/December memoirs.
In this personal accounting, D.G. Kaye shares the insights and wisdom she has accrued through twenty years of keeping her marriage strong and thriving despite the everyday changes and challenges of aging. Kaye reveals how a little creative planning, acceptance, and unconditional love can create a bond no obstacle will break. Kaye’s stories are informative, inspiring, and a testament to love eclipsing all when two people understand, respect, and honor their vows. She adds that a daily sprinkling of laughter is a staple in nourishing a healthy marriage.
Twenty years began with a promise. As Kaye recounts what transpired within that time, she shows that true love has no limits, even when one spouse ages ahead of the other.
EXCERPT
Chapter: To the Moon with Laughter
I’ve witnessed many relationships head south when the initial attraction fades. Sure, people change opinions, preferences, or attitudes on certain issues as time passes, but if our core values or personality change, or if the common elements of enjoyment once shared between two people dissipate, we question our happiness. If we’re not happy about our partner’s personality change or views, a little bit of laughter dies within us. It becomes difficult to feel comfortable with our partner when inner unrest grows. The new discomfort curtails our ability to remain happy and feel the familiar freedom to laugh when our partner no longer shares the same humor. Note that I’m not referring to changes such as complacency or laziness that may set in due to declining energy levels. Age will sometimes alter our agility and even certain desires, but it doesn’t have to affect our senses of humor. Age creeping into a good marriage shouldn’t be a relationship killer.
EDITORIAL REVIEW
Twenty Years: After “I Do” shows not only newly married couples but also those in the middle of their lives how to navigate companionship challenges and show love and kindness to their partners, handling life together gracefully and in harmony.
Multibook self-help author D.G. Kaye demonstrates, using examples from her own marriage, how to really commit to a relationship—till death do us part.
– Doris-Maria Heilmann, 111 Publishing
Debby Gies is a Canadian nonfiction/memoir author who writes under the pen name of D.G. Kaye. She was born, raised, and resides in Toronto, Canada. Kaye writes about her life experiences, matters of the heart and women’s issues.
D.G. writes to inspire others. Her writing encompasses stories taken from events she encountered in her own life, and she shares the lessons taken from them. Her sunny outlook on life developed from learning to overcome challenges in her life, and finding the upside from those situations, while practicing gratitude for all the positives.
When Kaye isn’t writing intimate memoirs, she brings her natural sense of humor into her other works. She loves to laugh and self- medicate with a daily dose of humor.
Why I Write
I love to tell stories that have lessons in them, and hope to empower others by sharing my own experiences. I write raw and honest about my own experiences, hoping through my writing, that others can relate and find that there is always a choice to move from a negative space, and look for the positive.
Quotes
“Live Laugh Love . . . And Don’t Forget to Breathe!”
“For every kindness, there should be kindness in return. Wouldn’t that just make the world right?”
When I’m not writing, I’m reading or quite possibly looking after some mundane thing in life. It’s also possible I may be on a secret getaway trip, as that is my passion—traveling.
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Tina, this is a lovely share of a book I’ve bought and looking forward to reading! 😀 Only too happy to share the good news…Congratulations, Debby, the book cover is wonderful and the blurb enticing…a sprinkling of laughter goes a long way to a happy marriage and life! Best of luck with your latest book. Wishing you both a lovely weekend! ❤️
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Thank you for the lovely comment, Annika, and for sharing Debby’s book. Indeed, laughter is good medicine! Have a super weekend ❤
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Thank you so much for your lovely wishes Annika. I’m thrilled to hear you have my book. I look forward to hearing your thoughts after you read it ❤
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Ohh loving laughter, where would we be without it. Congratulations Debby and bless you Tina for such a lovely share. ❤ xXx
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Thanks so much, Jane. I can’t imagine being devoid of laughter! 🙂 ♥
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Thanks so much my lovely Jane. ❤
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The lovely debs and the lovely TIna. YAYAYAYYA xxxxxxx
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Thanks for the cheers, Shey! ❤
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And thank you my lovely Shey! xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
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My goodness that TBR pile is expanding…..
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🙂 😉 xxxxxxxx
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It is kind of steel ringed but certain folks are getting through xxx
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🙂 😉 xxxxxxxx
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Tina, you have done a wonderful presentation of Debbie’s book.
I do love the cover, it is classy and yet so soft. Romantic even.
The blurb makes me really want to read this book and I feel It has a lot to give. I quote Debbie ” two people understand, respect, and honor their vows. She adds that a daily sprinkling of laughter is a staple in nourishing a healthy marriage.”
Couldn’t agree more about humour and laughter.
bless
miriam
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Thank you for your lovely comment, Miriam, and delighted you want to read Debby’s book. Her writing is heartfelt and offers timeless advice. You won’t be disappointed ♥
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Thank you so much for your lovely comment Miriam. 🙂
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Another meaningful book by Debbie!! All the best with this one. ❤
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Thank you, Darlene ❤
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Thank you so much Darlene ❤
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What a beautiful book for you to share, Tina. I wish Debbie all the best with this project!
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Thank you, Jan ❤
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Thanks so much Jan. 🙂
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A fabulous share, Tina!
Congratulations, Debby, and wishing you continued success!
Cheers to you both. 🙂
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Thanks so much, Natalie ❤
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Thank you so much Natalie. 🙂 x
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YAY! Deb! What an accomplishment and how fabulous that this is just in time for holiday gift giving. Because we all know , #BookeMakeGreatGifts
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Indeed they do, Annette! I hope yours are found under many Christmas trees ❤
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Thanks so much for the reblog, girlfriend! ❤
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Thanks Sister Annette! 🙂 Yes, I got it out just in the ‘nick’ of time – pun intended. LOL ❤
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I love how you promote other indie authors, Tina. Deb is so talented–let’s get the word out!
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Aw thanks, Jacqui. I appreciate your sharing ❤
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Oh, thanks so much Jacqui. You are too kind. 🙂
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Thanks for sharing Debby’s new book, Tina. It sounds like an important and heartfelt read, and thanks to Debby for sharing the wisdom gleaned from her life and experiences. ❤
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You’re welcome, Diana. Debby is very brave to share so much of her personal life ❤
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I think memoir writers have an extra “brave gene” in their make-ups. I couldn’t do it.
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I’ll tell you Diana, I had to muster the courage for the first book, but now it’s like riding a bike, lol. 🙂 ❤
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😀 I can tell that you love it.
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Thanks so much Diana ❤
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Great share, Tina! I wish Deb every success with this new book!
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Thank you, John! Sending hugs to my Bro 🙂 ❤
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Hugs right back at you, Sis! I can use all I can get!😇
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The you’ve come to the right place 🙂 ♥
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I can always count on you, Sis!
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Thank you John. 🙂
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You’re most welcome, Deb!
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Tina, thank you so very much for not only introducing my book on your blog, but for the most beautiful heartfelt words you said in your introduction. Blessed to be your friend. ❤ xxx
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Most welcome, Deb. The blessing goes both ways ❤
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I know that. ❤ xx
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Reblogged this on Smorgasbord – Variety is the spice of life and commented:
A fantastic launch post by Tina Frisco for D.G.Kaye’s latest release – Twenty Years: After “I Do”… Reflections on love and changes through aging.. #recommended
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Thanks once again for sharing my book Sally. I’m ever grateful for all yours and Tina’s ongoing shares for this promo. ❤ xx
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All for one and one for all… ♥
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❤ ❤ ❤ Three hearts. xxx
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Lovely post Tina for a lovely book.. ♥
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Thank you, Sally. And thanks so much for reblogging and recommending ❤
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Reblogged this on JANE STURGEON and commented:
Tina’s lovely words and ‘share’ of Debby’s new book ‘Twenty Years after “I do”‘ is special and I wanted to share. Debby is an inspiration to so many of us and I can’t wait to read her latest book. Tina’s kindness shines out and the ‘whole’ is wrapped in love. ❤
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Thank you so much Jane for your always big heart! ❤ xxx
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Aw Jane, what a beautiful intro. Thank you so much for reblogging and sharing Debby’s outstanding new book ❤
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Hugs for you Tina, always ❤
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And for you, my friend ❤
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Thank for the share Tina. Congratulations Debby. This book looks like a must-read for us seniors.
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Thank you John. I should think it is. But there are also some good lessons for those in the earlier stages of marriage to make sure love endures. 🙂
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So true.
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Welcome, John. Thanks so much for stopping by ❤
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As always it is a treat.
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This is such an eye-catching cover! Congrats on your beautiful new release, it’s sure to be a winner!
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Thank you so much Jacquie ❤
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Thank you, Jacquie ❤
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Tina, this book of Debby’s looks so good. I’ve added it to my list to buy in the near future. Hugs and love to both of you! ❤
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Thanks so much sister Colleen ❤
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It does, Colleen. The covers screams: Pick me up and buy me! 🙂 Hugs and love, Sis ❤
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A little laughter goes a long way, especially in a marriage. A lovely review Tina of what sounds a fabulous book from Debby. 🙂
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Thank you for the lovely comment, Judy ❤
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My pleasure, Tina 🙂
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Thank you so much Judy ❤
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You’re welcome, Debby 🙂 x
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Tina, Debby… wow Gorgeous. Lovely, lovely, lovely!! I thought the extract was true on such a profound level. We do change as we get older. It is inevitable. So why shouldn’t we change together and get closer instead of further apart. That is …I actually cannot think of a word to describe it… profound deep beautiful… no doesn’t do it justice. It is fundamental that what it is. Fundamental to happiness! XXXXX
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Thank you for the insightful comment, Paul. ‘Fundamental’ captures the essence of Debby’s message ❤
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Thank you so much Paul. I do believe you captured the right word, fundamental. 🙂 xxx
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Wonderful launch initiation, Tina, for a book that promises to offer help honoring our promises to our partners as it explores the May/December dynamic 20 years later. Gorgeous cover, Deb – and congrats for getting it out before Christmas.
Trying to pin but for some reason it’s not working for me. Will Sherlock and attempt to fix – but if it is another WordPress thing, who knows how successful I will be or how long it will take. ::sigh::
xx,
mgh
(Madelyn Griffith-Haynie – ADDandSoMuchMORE dot com)
ADD/EFD Coach Training Field founder; ADD Coaching co-founder
“It takes a village to transform a world!
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Thank you, Madelyn. I think the WP Grinch is lurking about, because I’m also dealing with a glitch. Welcome to the FBI-Sherlock sleuth club! Thanks so much for attempting to share. Your heart’s in the right place, and that’s all that matters ❤
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I went to Deb’s Pinterest and repinned one of her cover graphics to my “Our TBI Lists” Board – all I could do. I can pin from my own site, but not from anywhere else – at least not today (and I even reinstalled the pin button).
Who knows if it is WPress or Pinterest that is the source of the glitch – but you KNOW they will both say it is the other.
So now we wait for somebody to find and fix whatever they broke during their most recent “improvement” . . . again! WHAT a toleration! 😦
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mgh
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Technology! It’s only as good as the human brains behind it 🙂 ❤
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LOL – so true! I remember the good ole days when coders TESTED before release – because heads of companies insisted upon it.
Now my techie friends say they might as well have corporate guns in their backs — kinda’ like when pilots are pushed to taxi their planes to sit on the runway for an hour before take-off because the “on-time” metrics report when they leave the gate, not when they leave the ground (and the flight attendants catch the flac!)
Metrics are rarely the consumer’s friend.
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mgh
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I fear this will go down as the Age of Avarice in human history 😦 ❤
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If there continues to BE a history, that is.
xx, mgh
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Oh there will be; and far better. We just have to light up the darkness with our positive energy ~ and love ❤
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From your lips to Gods ears, my friend. I’m finding it more and more difficult to keep the faith since last November’s election results – and NOW this FCC bs.
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mgh
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Don’t let the greed guppies rob you of faith or any other good sentiment. They may have control right now over material things, but they do not control our hearts and minds, unless we allow it ❤
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Thanks for the reminder, Tina – but that point of view seems like psychological suppression much of the time anymore these days (i.e., “the intentional exclusion from consciousness of a thought or feeling”) – and I’m wondering if full-on repression, sometimes referred to as “disassociative amnesia,” is what it will take to halt my incipient slide into depression in today’s political climate.
LOVE “greed guppies” as a description tho’ Tina – a pejorative that strips them of power.
xx,
mgh
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Madelyn, I’m not advocating ‘the intentional exclusion from consciousness of a thought or feeling.’ I’m suggesting we acknowledge our feelings, thank them for being vigilant sentries, and then let them go ~ or at least relegate them to the back burner. We give away our power when we allow raw emotion to direct our lives. I understand where you’re at, believe me. I fight that incipient slide on a daily basis. Fortunately, my spiritual practice reminds me that I, and I alone, control my destiny. And I refuse to let the avaricious power mongers beat me down. Remember, my friend, that you are not alone. Reach out when you find yourself slipping. If you’d like, I’ll give you my phone number. Just message me on FB (https://www.facebook.com/TinaFrisco) ❤
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Thanks for doing that, Madelyn. Patience is a virtue I have to work on improving every day 🙂 ❤
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I don’t really have much claim to it myself, Tina. I just get stubborn!
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mgh
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Thank you so much M for the kudos, the visit and trying to Pin, lol. I hear you, I’ve had a lot of trouble pinning things this week from many sites, except my own! Lol. Lol again to Tina’s response – we are the WP FBI,
happy to have you join! 🙂 ❤ xx
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I had to resort to a repin from one of your boards on Pinterest – and I was able to pin in a test from somewhere – then not again, so I gave up and moved on.
The coders mantra as they justify their jobs: “If it ain’t broke, let’s break it! ” Sheesh!
xx,
mgh
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LOL You got their number, girlfriend! ❤
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Lolllllllllll, I know, we have to keep or skills sharp! 🙂 xx
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And learn a bazillion work-arounds! 🙂
xx,
mgh
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Reblogged this on firefly465 and commented:
Fantastic review by Tina of Debby’s New book “Twenty Years After I Do”
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Thanks so much for sharing Adele ❤ xx
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Thank you so much for sharing Debby’s book, Adele ❤
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Excellent review and share, Tina. Debby has developed a following for good reason. Her stories of true life and true love resonate with us all. This one looks wonderful and the cover, as someone else said, looks romantic and hopeful. Congrats, Debby!!
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Thank you, Pam, and I agree. Debby’s writing touches us in a very deep place ❤
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Thank you so much Pam for your lovely words. 🙂 ❤
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Wow, memoir #6 – awesome, Debby! HUGE congratulations to you on this new book and your career success ❤
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And wonderful of Tina to spotlight the new book here ~ It’s a lovely blog feature!
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Thank you, Christy ❤
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Thank you so much Christy for your appreciated kudos. ❤ xx
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I love your soft and calm cover, makes me breathe slower. Your blurb is strong and positive and draws me in. Having read your blog for long now I have no doubt that “Twenty Years After I Do” will be both entertaining and deeply satisfying. your quotes are great too.
miriam
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Thank you for the lovely comment, Miriam ❤
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May the best of the New Year shine on two of my most favorite bloggers!
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Aw thanks, luv ❤
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I’m joining in with the YAYAYAYA xxxxxxx ♥
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Thanks, Billy Ray! ❤
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