Celebration meal
I feel like the fatted calf. Dinner, compliments of my publisher to celebrate the #1 placement of 74 SEASIDE AVENUE—was divine. Chef Grant Matsuno and Amy Igloi (of Amy's on the Bay) came to our house and, even though Gant was in an unfamiliar kitchen, he managed to cook up a delectable meal that was the highlight of the most incredible week of my career.
We started with an antipasto plate and then Caesar and seafood salads. The entrée was filet mignon with BAKED POTATOES and broccolini. And there were three kinds of desserts, none of which began with the letter P.
The next day I had to wake up early and go to physical therapy, better known as "the little shop of horrors." My arm is getting stronger and better every day. I still can't raise it high enough to do my hair or put on my make-up, but I’m almost to my nose. And, I can use the keyboard!
We started with an antipasto plate and then Caesar and seafood salads. The entrée was filet mignon with BAKED POTATOES and broccolini. And there were three kinds of desserts, none of which began with the letter P.
The next day I had to wake up early and go to physical therapy, better known as "the little shop of horrors." My arm is getting stronger and better every day. I still can't raise it high enough to do my hair or put on my make-up, but I’m almost to my nose. And, I can use the keyboard!
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Re: Celebration meal
Halleulah! You deserve the royal treatment girl. And to make it the best dinner, you had a baked potato and didn't have to pay extra for sour cream I'll bet!
Was in Sam's in my hometown of Marion, IL yesterday and entroduced a book shopper to your books. She started with Rosewood as they didn't have 16 Lighthouse. I guarenteed her you are a great read, and nice to boot. I was lucky enough to meet you in Chesterfield, MO a few weeks back. I was first in line with several hardbacks you were nice enough to autograph, as well as the 2 new ones I bought.
Finished Seaside and loved it as well. So glad to see Dakota brought back to life. I loved that series as well.
You are the best!
Jan Howard
Was in Sam's in my hometown of Marion, IL yesterday and entroduced a book shopper to your books. She started with Rosewood as they didn't have 16 Lighthouse. I guarenteed her you are a great read, and nice to boot. I was lucky enough to meet you in Chesterfield, MO a few weeks back. I was first in line with several hardbacks you were nice enough to autograph, as well as the 2 new ones I bought.
Finished Seaside and loved it as well. So glad to see Dakota brought back to life. I loved that series as well.
You are the best!
Jan Howard
Posted by capecod60 on September 10, 2007 at 6:40 PM
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It is time someone beat Harry Potter! Nothing against Harry Potter but I am still glad that we knitting gals and the like have some say!
Posted by remmie on September 10, 2007 at 9:21 PM
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I'm glad you got your baked potato! Also very happy your shoulder is good enough for you to type. How about knitting? I've knitted 3 sweaters for Guideposts this month. I'm much more of a crocheter and have made several dozen crocheted ones for them. I'm trying to "stick" with knitting until I'm more comfortable. I think I've given up too quickly in the past. Keep on with the "little shop of horrors". It will be worth it. Betsy in Spokane
Posted by betsy on September 10, 2007 at 9:38 PM
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Debbie, I'm so happy you are doing better. Keep up with the little shop of horrors. I broke my knee last winter and if it wasn't for PT I wouldn't be walking as well as I am now. I was so happy to get 74 Seaside Avenue, I accidentally ordered 2 copies.
Posted by lucy on September 11, 2007 at 10:18 AM
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Glad your starting to feel better! Are you able to knit at all? I'm still working on a sweater for the grand daughter. I too finished 74 Seaside Ave. and am so glad that I read the Dakota series while I was waiting for 74 to come out. Love that you used it in Cedar Cove! Now I can't wait for the next book.. a year seems like a long time!! LOL
Anne in Hampstead, MD
Anne in Hampstead, MD
Posted by insaneannie on September 12, 2007 at 7:52 AM
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awww Debbie, I am so happy for you. Congratulations again! I am glad to hear you are getting stronger every day. Your family must be bursting with pride at your success. Keep up the good work.
Posted by patti on September 12, 2007 at 11:38 AM
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