It’s hard to believe, but it’s true. I am now officially a published writer and author. I have been writing since I learned to write in the first grade. And, I’ve always been told that I have a special knack for inspiring people with my written words. I’ve written poems, short stories, community and church newsletter articles, a song, an epitaph, and numerous quotes. And now, I’ve published a book. It took me – along with the help of my artist and seven “readers” – just over a year to write and get through the publishing process. This included establishing an LLC (Limited Liability Company) to publish my books under. Yes, there will be more books, despite those daunting times when the process seems so slow and so plodding.

So, how do I feel? Excited. Nervous. Happy. Content. Adventurous. Motivated. But the real work begins now. And so, the reason for all the tumultuous emotions. It’s time to market my current book in all the social mediums which I can learn and engage with. And, it’s time to continue the next book. Both while continuing to hold down a full-time job and manage to live in two places, as my husband and I transition from our current home to our place of retirement. It’s a challenge that keeps me hopping. So, come about nine o’clock each evening, I find myself needing to shut down, so that I can grab a few moments to reflect on what has been accomplished during my day, what was forgotten and still needs to be done the next day, and maybe even what needs to just be let go of.

To purchase my current book, just check out my books page, and click on the link provided. Whatever you do, thank you for taking time to read it, gift it or pass it on. I wish you all the best in your life. Keep reading and keep being safe out there.

Written: July 19, 2020

Since I wrote the above, I am fully moved from city to country, have returned to office work (at least for the next few years) in a nearby town, and am writing my third book while my second book is being edited. I’m truly living the dream, so to speak. Our dream of building a home, to be our last residence on this earth, has turned into building a guest cottage we call the Little Casita. It’s almost done and then, maybe, we’ll stay living in it. I like the idea of a rustic, beach cottage, and hubs is open to the idea that it might work out for us.

To keep up with what I’m up to on a more regular basis, find me on Instagram at @virginia.alice.crawford. You can also learn more about me on the rest of this website and on Amazon at Author Central.

Thank you for your interest in my writing (big smile here!), and I wish you a lovely day.