Two blog posts in one day... I know, very unusual for me!
However, in an up-date to my earlier news I just wanted to let you all know that Little White Lies and Butterflies has since been accepted for publication.
Oh yes, late this afternoon Safkhet Publishing contacted me with the offer of a contract and I'm pleased to say, it's one I accepted - which is why I'm now off to celebrate with a glass of wine x
Tuesday, 27 November 2012
It's all happening in the Tullett household...
It's been an exciting time for we Tulletts these last few weeks and all of it on the work front.
Firstly, there's my other half, Robert.
Having been a Dog Handler for the past sixteen years, he's finally decided it's time for a change. So, three German Shepherds, two Spaniels and a black Labrador later, he's handed in his ticket and is heading off for pastures new.
Oh yes, he's made the step to start the up and coming new year back on section, so it's bye bye, doggies... hello stab vest.
I have to admit I'm a bit nervous about his move. I think I got a little too comfortable knowing there was a dog standing between him and the bad guys. Suddenly though, it feels a bit like when he first began in the job, not knowing what he's going to be walking into and who or what he's going to come face-to-face with. But at least now he has experience on his side and I just have to trust he'll continue to stay safe.
I've already talked about how he headed off to China a while ago, a move that I supported even if I did feel nervous about it at the time. I mean, as parents what else can we do but encourage our children when it comes to their hopes and ambitions?
Firstly, there's my other half, Robert. Having been a Dog Handler for the past sixteen years, he's finally decided it's time for a change. So, three German Shepherds, two Spaniels and a black Labrador later, he's handed in his ticket and is heading off for pastures new.
Oh yes, he's made the step to start the up and coming new year back on section, so it's bye bye, doggies... hello stab vest.
I have to admit I'm a bit nervous about his move. I think I got a little too comfortable knowing there was a dog standing between him and the bad guys. Suddenly though, it feels a bit like when he first began in the job, not knowing what he's going to be walking into and who or what he's going to come face-to-face with. But at least now he has experience on his side and I just have to trust he'll continue to stay safe.
Then there's Benjamin, who earlier this year was entered into the UK leg of the World Skills competition. A competition described on Wikipedia as the 'global skills Olympics'; one that gives young people the opportunity to demonstrate their excellence in skilled professions.... And demonstrate Benjamin did!
Suffice to say, a few gruelling rounds and a lot of hard work later he found himself making his way to Birmingham's NEC for the three day final. And I can now play the proud mother and tell you he came in second, taking home the Silver Medal.
Well obviously we're all very proud of him; for a young chap he's achieved so much in his working life already. And we're keeping everything crossed that he makes the UK team to compete in the World Skills International heats. Although if he does, with 50 member countries taking part there'll be a lot more hard work ahead of him.
And now we come to Adam, my other gorgeous son...
I've already talked about how he headed off to China a while ago, a move that I supported even if I did feel nervous about it at the time. I mean, as parents what else can we do but encourage our children when it comes to their hopes and ambitions?
Anyway, having had enough of living so far from home, much to my relief and two years on, he finally decided it was time to come back. Although not to the UK (he's probably having way too much fun to have me on the doorstep) but to Holland.
He's been there a couple of weeks now and tells me he's settling in really well. His colleagues have been very welcoming, he's been rushed off his feet at the salon and all going well, he's found a great little apartment in which to live. One that I hope to be visiting some time soon, once he's had chance to settle in, of course.
Which brings us to me...
Not that I've done anything anywhere near as exciting as changing my job, entering an international competition or moved country. But I have, at last, finished my book.
Oh yes, Little White Lies and Butterflies has finally been sent on its way and hopefully some very interested publishers are reading as we speak. So just like I have my fingers crossed for the rest of the Tullett clan, I'm guessing they've got their fingers crossed for me!
So now you know the recent comings and goings in my household, what exciting things have you all been up to? x
Friday, 16 November 2012
A big welcome to my very first guest blogger!
I'm excited to introduce you all to my very first guest blogger today, the lovely Janie Reinart. A lady I first met a few months ago when she invited me to appear on her own website www.loveyoumorethanyouknow.com giving me the opportunity to talk about my experiences as a Forces Mum.
Anyways, without further ado here she is... Please feel free to leave a comment in support of the fabulous work she does.
Happy reading, everyone x
When my son, Joe was deployed to Iraq in 2004, he wrote us a heartfelt letter after the loss of one of his fellow soldiers and several of his own brushes with death. A part of the letter said:
I think a lot of nights, restless nights, of the days to come. I ponder and daydream of the good and the bad and the anxiety weighs on me like a ton of bricks. Will I make it back? Will I be so different from when I left? What will I do with my life? Will I be successful? Will I be happy?
I answered him back: I
will dance at your wedding and sing lullabies to your children.
Joe made it back in 2005. He is happy and successful. In two weeks my son is getting married. I will dance!
Fast-forward to Joe and Katie’s wedding day. Mass took place at St. Mary’s in Berea on July 28,2012. The presider was the Rev. Dan Schlegel.
Father Dan sang the wedding mass and gave a wonderful homily. He compared a giant redwood to the love and support of family and our church community. The huge tree has a root system that is only 4 to 6 feet deep. In the redwood forest, the roots of that tall tree entangle with neighboring trees improving its stability. Our family and church community will support the newlyweds so that they will stay strong in their union surrounded by our love and prayers.
I am blessed to have the lovely Mrs. Katie Reinart as a new daughter and
friend.
The reception was so much fun. We celebrated the joining of our two families. And I danced with my son. I am waiting for the day when the second half of my prediction comes true and practicing my lullabies.
Click here to enter free giveaways of Love You More than You Know Mothers’ Stories About Sending Their Sons and Daughters to War eBooks in honor of our Veterans and their families.
About Janie Reinart
As an author, teacher consultant, National Writing Project Fellow, storyteller, and poet, words are my tools. Janie seeks ways to give people a voice to tell their own stories through prose and poetry. She and her husband, Ed, are grateful for their five children and 10 grandchildren. Most weekends, you will find Janie praying and singing with the choir at Holy Angels Catholic Church.
Anyways, without further ado here she is... Please feel free to leave a comment in support of the fabulous work she does.
Happy reading, everyone x
I Will Dance at Your Wedding by Janie Reinart
When my son, Joe was deployed to Iraq in 2004, he wrote us a heartfelt letter after the loss of one of his fellow soldiers and several of his own brushes with death. A part of the letter said:
I think a lot of nights, restless nights, of the days to come. I ponder and daydream of the good and the bad and the anxiety weighs on me like a ton of bricks. Will I make it back? Will I be so different from when I left? What will I do with my life? Will I be successful? Will I be happy?
Joe made it back in 2005. He is happy and successful. In two weeks my son is getting married. I will dance!
Fast-forward to Joe and Katie’s wedding day. Mass took place at St. Mary’s in Berea on July 28,2012. The presider was the Rev. Dan Schlegel.
Father Dan sang the wedding mass and gave a wonderful homily. He compared a giant redwood to the love and support of family and our church community. The huge tree has a root system that is only 4 to 6 feet deep. In the redwood forest, the roots of that tall tree entangle with neighboring trees improving its stability. Our family and church community will support the newlyweds so that they will stay strong in their union surrounded by our love and prayers.
The reception was so much fun. We celebrated the joining of our two families. And I danced with my son. I am waiting for the day when the second half of my prediction comes true and practicing my lullabies.
Click here to enter free giveaways of Love You More than You Know Mothers’ Stories About Sending Their Sons and Daughters to War eBooks in honor of our Veterans and their families.
A portion
of the proceeds from the sale of this book will be donated to charities
benefiting wounded veterans:
ReMIND.org, a Bob
Woodruff Foundation initiative for injured service members and their families.
I am committed to continue bringing
you true stories of our heroes in uniform, sharing with you the bravery and
sacrifices that our troops and their families make everyday for all of us. You are invited to share your story
about your soldier here at www.loveyoumorethanyouknow.com as a guest blogger. Send stories to storiesfrommoms@gmail.com
As an author, teacher consultant, National Writing Project Fellow, storyteller, and poet, words are my tools. Janie seeks ways to give people a voice to tell their own stories through prose and poetry. She and her husband, Ed, are grateful for their five children and 10 grandchildren. Most weekends, you will find Janie praying and singing with the choir at Holy Angels Catholic Church.
Janie's chapter, “Boots to Ground “ in Love You More Than
You Know, won second place in the National Federation of Press Women's 2010
Communications Contest in the category of a chapter/essay in a nonfiction book.
Her chapter won first place in the Ohio Professional Writer's Communications
Contest.
Janie's blog Love
You More Than You Know is a finalist for the 2012 Milbloggies (6th Annual) Best U.S. Military Parent Blog Award.
Synopsis
In these stories, 45 mothers of U.S. service men and women
open their hearts and share what it feels like when your son or daughter leaves
home to fight a war.
Some were stunned when they learned that their “baby” had
enlisted. Others had long been familiar with military life. But all of these
mothers knew their world had just changed the day their child called home and
said, “Mom, I’m being deployed . . .”
They discovered the strange mix of pride and fear. The
anxiety of not knowing exactly where in Iraq or Afghanistan your son is,
whether your daughter is facing mortar fire or enduring heat and boredom.
Elation at the arrival of the briefest postcard or email message. The daily
dread, when returning home from work or a trip to the grocery store, of seeing
a government car in the driveway and two soldiers at the door . . .
Anyone who reads their stories will admire their faith and
courage–and better understand the sacrifices made by our U.S. service men and
women and their families.
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