Monthly Archives: December 2013

Super Sweet Blogger Award!

Posted on December 31, 2013 by jjspina

A special thank you to Bette Stevens for awarding the Super Sweet Blogger Award to me. Bette is a very talented author of the books, Pure Trash and Amazing Matilda.  Check out her beautiful blog at  http://4writersandreaders.wordpress.com/ Bette is a … Continue reading →

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Happy New Year!

Posted on December 30, 2013 by jjspina

Can you believe it is 2014 already? Where did the year go? I had so many things I wanted to do and completed some.  This year my list will be longer. 1. Publish at least three more children’s books 2. … Continue reading →

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THERE HE LAY

Posted on December 23, 2013 by jjspina

I wrote this poem a few years ago and feel that this is the true spirit of Christmas. THERE HE LAY On donkey did they travel, Joseph and Mary Always careful as they went on their way Heavy with the Christ Child … Continue reading →

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Christmas is…..

Posted on December 23, 2013 by jjspina

CHRISTMAS IS……… A joyous time of year A time to be close to family and friends A time to express your love for those who are dear A time for giving to those in need, this should never end. A … Continue reading →

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More Snow Makes for a White Christmas!

Posted on December 18, 2013 by jjspina

As I traveled around the neighborhood I noticed how beautiful the snow looks when it is still white and pristine.  I took these pictures of a golf course nearby because it was so beautiful and wanted to share them with … Continue reading →

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A Warm and Fuzzy Christmas

Posted on December 17, 2013 by jjspina

I can’t believe that Christmas is eight days away!  We are almost ready.  Hope you are already too.  There are so many preparations for the holidays but what we have to remember most is why we are celebrating Christmas – … Continue reading →

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More Awards – How Wonderful!

Posted on December 9, 2013 by jjspina

A very special ‘thank You’ to a sweet and lovely person and a talented children’s book author, Deanie Dunne, for nominating me for this award.   I feel honored to receive it. Deanie has become a special friend and supporter … Continue reading →

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Remembering Author, Steve K. Smy

Posted on December 7, 2013 by jjspina

This is a blog dedicated to the remembrance of the late Steve K. Smy, author and blogger extraordinaire.   He had been sick a long time but hung in there and published his last book, A Darkness in Amazonia, in September, 2013. … Continue reading →

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