Monthly Archives: June 2025

Middle-Grade and Preteen Chapter Books – Summer Reading!

Posted on June 30, 2025 by jjspina

I have so many books that I sometimes forget about my previous books when I have a WIP like my fantasy series which is an epic series of six books. It has been all encompassing with my time and thoughts. … Continue reading →

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Latest crochet projects – where there’s one there are more!

Posted on June 29, 2025 by jjspina

I saw an adorable pattern to make this latest crochet project that I know kids will love. Who doesn’t love STITCH? He even has a movie out now that is doing well. This pattern is from Disney Marvels designed by … Continue reading →

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WIP is in its second editing stage!

Posted on June 28, 2025 by jjspina

I am working on my second editing of my WIP. Life has gotten in the way of working on it daily but I will do my best to finish it as soon as I can and pass it onto my … Continue reading →

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Roses to cheer you!

Posted on June 27, 2025 by jjspina

Roses always cheer me up. I hope these roses will do the same to you! I love to keep flowers in the house every week. When we go to the grocery store we pick up a bunch of flowers. These … Continue reading →

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A little surprise!

Posted on June 26, 2025 by jjspina

We have bird feeders on our back deck. One of them is for bluebirds and is filled with dried meal worms. There is only one hole on the front for entrance and exit. Some birds get confused and do not … Continue reading →

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A Strange occurence in the Fish Tank!

Posted on June 23, 2025 by jjspina

I always check on our fish in the tank daily to see how they are doing, especially after the last incident with the Brown Tang that got stuck on the water intake/outtake valve. Sad! If you haven’t read that post … Continue reading →

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Award-Winning Books by JemsBooks! Great Summer Reading!

Posted on June 22, 2025 by jjspina

Thank you, BMGN, for this promotion. Award Winning Author Janice Spina!‘Jems’ Books: Reading Gives You Wings to Fly!Books For Children, Teens, YA & Adults.Download PDF And Purchase Book(s) At Your Convenience:https://bookmarketingglobalnetwork.com/book-marketing-global-network/author-janice-j-e-spina/ Soon I will have another book to add to … Continue reading →

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Our fish tank life!

Posted on June 21, 2025 by jjspina

Life in our fish tank has been crazy with the death of our Brown Tang. We are waiting a little longer before purchasing some more fish. Our Gramma Basslet is doing okay but looks sad without any other fish to … Continue reading →

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WIP Gateskin Chronicles Book 4 is finished!

Posted on June 20, 2025 by jjspina

I recently finished writing the fourth book in my fantasy series, Gateskin Chronicles. Now I begin the editing process. I always find this more difficult than writing the book because now I must cut or change many parts of this … Continue reading →

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Celebrating our 26th Anniversary!

Posted on June 19, 2025 by jjspina

June 19th is the date of our wedding but now it is known as Juneteenth when the slaves were freed. Two wonderful celebrations! Each year my loving husband sends me roses, my favorite flower. I am always thrilled to receive … Continue reading →

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