YES! I'm Engaged!

On Wednesday, December 14 my life changed forever. At 11:30, the love of my life asked me to be his bride as we stood in a chilly white chapel.

I said, "Yes."

We will be sharing the full story soon on Step by Step (our courtship blog).

"Gavynn"

Previously, I described a character named "Alicia." Looking back over that scribble, I realized it is mainly a static description. Meaning, it isn't narrative. I wanted to do one that would better fit into the flow of a story. "Gavynn" was described under very noisy circumstances, so hopefully he makes some sense and seems ready to take his place in a narrative story...

In the dim corner of the room sat a figure. Firelight played upon his hawk-like face, shadows haunting the many wrinkles and the hollows of his deepset eyes. His silver beard spilled onto the dark green woolen cloak clasped about his shoulders... (Read the rest at http://perryelisabeth.blogspot.com)

Today's the day to spread the word about tomorrow's Scribble Fest. Let's see how many participants we can get this time!
Links that might be helpful:
"Alicia"
http://perryelisabeth.blogspot.com/2011/12/alicia.html
Scribble Fest Video
http://perryelisabeth.blogspot.com/2011/12/does-this-look-fun.html
The First Scribble Fest
http://perryelisabeth.blogspot.com/2011/12/first-scribble-fest.html

You're Invited!

You know how embedding a sliver of wood in your finger hurts? (Commonly known as a splinter.) Well, embedding this video in your blog won't hurt--guaranteed! And you will have my deepest gratitude. If this looks interesting, help spread the word about Saturday's Scribble Fest!

Telling on Tyler

I have not blogged since, maybe, Easter-time, but we just got high-speed Internet so you'll probably be hearing from me more. Well, I have tons to blog about, but I have to start somewhere! One day, when Tyler came over, I was busy making little tiny cookies out of a book of miniature food we had just bought. They were a miniature version of those chocolate kiss cookies made with a tiny ball of cookie dough and a chocolate chip! Anyway, Tyler was teasing me; he wouldn't stop snitching or acting like he was going to, and these cookies are so tiny, that, in one snitch you could eat up a whole cookie! What--you don't believe me that Tyler is a terrible cookie snitcher? Well, we have the evidence. Nice mug shot huh?

Forgive my incredibly unattractive pose. I'm not sticking my tongue out--seriously, I was trying to show a chocolate chip on my tongue to the camera but you can't see it in the picture. Maybe I should stop baking while Tyler is around. He does that every time we make cookies! :) And, yes, the cookies were delicious and contained just the right amount of calories! And really, Tyler, it's okay if you eat the cookie dough; I'll send you flowers (or a balloon or a milkshake) when you're in the hospital with salmonella. ;)

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A 10-minute Scribble-Fest

Last night, Aimee, Kate, and I decided to sit down and take 10 minutes to each write as much as possible of a story opening. The idea was to get it written down as quickly as possible instead of getting hung up in technicalities and writer's block. Here is what I came up with. Enjoy, and bear in mind it was quickly written in 10 minutes...

"Rain lashed at the windows and trickled down their faces. It was as if the house was crying. The black tree tops were scarcely visible against the dark night sky, but just visible enough that Adam was staring at them. They waved and tossed, like giant, pine fingers pointing upward with charisma. Footsteps sounded, and then there he was: cold and arrogant and—of course—champing at the inside of his own cheek..."

Read the rest at Perry Elisabeth, my author blog.

"Blessings" by Laura Story

This is one of those delightful songs that have feeling and theology. Several months ago, a mother Aimee and I were helping shared this song with us. Her little boy has been through some really difficult times after an accident earlier this year. This song is special to them because they first heard it while in the hospital with him. I, who don't have a little boy in danger, cried right there in her kitchen (or maybe celery makes my eyes water like onions do...). I think everyone can relate to this song enough to be moved. Enjoy...



(This is the title song from her new album.)