Monthly Archives: October 2024

One Happy Island – Aruba! Happy Halloween!

Posted on October 31, 2024 by jjspina

Well, it is that time of year when we travel to our favorite vacation spot – Aruba. Bon Bini – welcome from Aruba! It is a beautiful little island, sunny, warm weather, balmy breezes, sparkling, crystal water and white sandy … Continue reading →

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One last look at fall’s beauty!

Posted on October 30, 2024 by jjspina

At this time I am not in New England to enjoy the beauty of fall so I had to do this post ahead of time to share my last photos with you. These are of a golf course near our … Continue reading →

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Taking a little time off!

Posted on October 29, 2024 by jjspina

While I wait for my beta readers to review my latest WIP I will be taking a few weeks off to recharge. I will return to publish Branyrd the Angel Book 4 and pick up where I left off with … Continue reading →

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Halloween is coming soon!

Posted on October 28, 2024 by jjspina

This year is flying by and soon Halloween will be here. There will be ghosts, goblins and spooky things that go boo in the night. Are you ready for this creepy time? It’s time to stock up on some interesting, … Continue reading →

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Time to take a break!

Posted on October 27, 2024 by jjspina

I have been so busy with two WIP along with everything else life throws at you that I think it is time to take another break. My last break was back in June of this year. I will still do … Continue reading →

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Gold Medals now on Gateskin Chronicles Books 1-3!

Posted on October 26, 2024 by jjspina

My husband added Gold Medals from Mom’s Choice Awards on the Gateskin Chronicles Series Books 1-3. I will be publishing these books with their new awards on Amazon soon. I’m still celebrating these awards! I am so thankful for this … Continue reading →

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Gateskin 4 is coming along and so is Branyrd the Angel Book 4!

Posted on October 25, 2024 by jjspina

I have been working on Gateskin Chronicles Book 4 while I wait for Branyrd the Angel Series Book 4 to come back from my beta readers. I have completed four chapters already. The story is flowing out of me and … Continue reading →

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Fall color keeps on coming!

Posted on October 24, 2024 by jjspina

I snapped some recent photos of the color in our backyard that I wanted to share with you. It really has brightened up the whole area with the yellows, oranges and reds. Just beautiful! I never tire of gazing out … Continue reading →

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An invasive vine in our pond and a short story about it for children!

Posted on October 23, 2024 by jjspina

The pond in the back of our house is trimmed back every year. This year was no exception. I snapped photos of before and after it was cleared. What a difference it made but not always good. Sigh! The color … Continue reading →

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Books for Halloween for both MG/PT Girls and Boys – Magic, Mystery, Suspense, Ghosts, Haunted House, Time Travel and more! Better than candy!!

Posted on October 22, 2024 by jjspina

I wrote this post in 2023 and wanted to share again for this Halloween. Though Halloween is almost a month away I like to think ahead. I’m sure your kids are already thinking about what they will be for Halloween, … Continue reading →

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