Today I had the opportunity to officially launch my book at our local Christian bookstore. It began with a friend praying for the book and the impact it would have, which was a really lovely touch. Then it was time to symbolically release the book (my baby!) into the wider world.
I was humbled by all the people who turned out today to encourage and support me and to help celebrate the launch. Even though it's a busy time of year so many were prepared to take time out of their busy schedule and attend.
Even the family got dressed up for the occasion (although I do wonder about the dress sense of some!). Considering they were still in dirty work clothes when I left home (I actually thought they weren't coming but they surprised me) I think they did quite well. And Son#1 took photos with some help from Son#3 (good to know those two years at college didn't go to waste).
A big thank you to the friend who organised it all. I needed the gentle nudge (she'd probably say "huge push") that she provided to make me do this. And yes, we're still talking.
And just a reminder: don't forget the giveaway. I'll be drawing the winner December 31st.
I was humbled by all the people who turned out today to encourage and support me and to help celebrate the launch. Even though it's a busy time of year so many were prepared to take time out of their busy schedule and attend.
Even the family got dressed up for the occasion (although I do wonder about the dress sense of some!). Considering they were still in dirty work clothes when I left home (I actually thought they weren't coming but they surprised me) I think they did quite well. And Son#1 took photos with some help from Son#3 (good to know those two years at college didn't go to waste).
A big thank you to the friend who organised it all. I needed the gentle nudge (she'd probably say "huge push") that she provided to make me do this. And yes, we're still talking.
And just a reminder: don't forget the giveaway. I'll be drawing the winner December 31st.
Comments
It was wonderful to see these pictures... see the happiness radiating from you. You looked beautiful! I hope this first launch will have you feeling better about other future promotions!
Congratulations!!
Fox, I had to go back and look at the photos again to see what you meant about "happiness radiating". I didn't realise I smiled and laughed so much. I must admit that I did enjoy it - a lot more than what I thought I would.
Amd didn't my son/s do a great job capturing it with the camera?
And for anyone wondering, my sons usually have great dress sense. I'm not sure what got into them that they wore these jackets out in public. I had to laugh when they walked in part way through the launch (perhaps that was their intention all along). It's even funnier when you know that one of them is extremely reserved and usually never draws attention to himself in any way or form.
It's a wonderful post.
And Bonnie and Noel, don't forget to enter the blog giveaway. I'm giving away a copy of my book which is to be drawn as close to midnight as possible on December 31, NZ time. :)
I want to wish you and your beautiful family a very Merry Christmas.
This looks like you had a lovely book release party.
How exciting for you all!
I finally have just a bit of time to come around and visit all of my old blog chums.
I'll be catching up on your posts :O)
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!