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Here's a sneak peek into some of the fun being planned!!

 2020 will go down in history as the year God gave us a chance to do a reset.

A reset of our priorities.

A reset of our faith.

A reset of our kindness to others

A reset of our gratitude.

A reset to becoming better people.

A reset of finding gifts in ourselves to share.

A reset in appreciating the little things.

This song sums it up nicely, I think. And as we approach Thanksgiving in America. I am grateful for the grace that allows me to live in a country where my voice matters as much as my neighbors and where democracy is for all people.

Peace this Thanksgiving. Be kind. Be grateful. Be gracious.

For all ages 1-102!Because we could all use a little hope~Amazon: https://bit.ly/paperairplaneprayers

What is it that inspires helping others?  What is it that breathes life into faith? What is it that resonates deep inside the human spirit, giving rise to becoming better than our circumstances, overcoming the odds, seeing those in need, making right a wrong, defending the voiceless?
It is Hope.
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New from bestselling authors Amanda McIntyre and C.H. Admirand
Amanda McIntyre and C.H. Admirand’s common love for home, family, tradition, and overcoming obstacles is the true inspiration for their fiction writing. In this special cookbook dedicated to gathering our families close and getting through this global pandemic together, East Coast meets the Heartland with a delicious collection to inspire making your own memories and in the process bring you a Taste of Gratitude and Joy!

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I found this in my news feed and it was as though I'd taken a cool drink of life-saving water and I felt moved to share it. Music rejuvenates, gives hope, rekindles, refreshes and we can all use that right about now. Soak it in. Stay well.

#lovewillfindaway
~Amanda

https://www.wsmv.com/video/virtual-choir-it-is-well-with-my-soul/video_bb046e1a-629c-53ad-9ae7-fe80f6566893.html

Romance writers believe in overcoming obstacles, both internal and external.
At this challenging time, I'd like to offer for FREE digital copies of my "first " books. 
Something to occupy your time while we navigate this uncharted waters and hopefully give a boost to your heartstrings and the belief that #lovewillfindaway
FIND THESE BOOKS ON MY AMAZON AUTHOR PAGE
http://bit.ly/AmandasAuthorPage

I'd never been to Nashville before  last October when my husband and two of our dear friends decided to explore Music City in preview of the upcoming Bookloverscon20, now just a couple of months away!

I admit I went after watching the Ken Burns documentary on  Country Music--much of which has its roots in and around Nashville! No wonder its called Music City!

Once you've been there, it's like New Orleans...its seeps into your bones!

My goals were simple--see the Grand Ol Opry, have a drink at Ole Red on
Broadway, check out the Gaylord--which I discovered has an Irish pub AND a Jack Daniels restaurant! (you have to try the fried pickles!) and be open to whatever adventures awaited!

We were lucky enough to also bee in Nashville for the premiere of the 50th anniversary celebration of Dolly Parton at the Opry and though we didn't see the
woman in the flesh-we did get to see a good number of some very familiar blinged out costumes (familiar if you watched the Porter Wagner show or any of the amazing musical specials the woman has done over the years!)

Truth be told--I got that drink (or so..) at Ole Red. Had lunch right next to the stage (seriously up close and personal) and was thrilled when the performer ZACH RAY--sang the song for whom the bar is named after, OLE RED!! What a great time was had by all!

The streets of Broadway remind me of a bit of Bourbon street in New Orleans--countrified!

But the adventure that stuck with me the most was getting to explore the "Mother Church" of Music--the church that music built--the old Ryman theater. The Ryman started out and for years was where the Grand Ol' Opry was broadcast
from!  It has a rich and fascinating history (also spoken of in Ken Burns documentary) that is far too extensive to go into for this blog.

Roy and Minnie having a quiet chat


Nevertheless, it is a MUST-SEE when you visit Nashville! It's a step back into history--much further back than I ever expected and and experience that will stay with this author forever.

The Mother Church of Music-The Ryman

How many country greats can you find? Will the Circle be Unbroken?
The original circle of  Ryman stage now in the new Grand Ol Opry!

The last show at the Ryman was spectacular, if not emotional.
Will the Circle Be Unbroken?
(For those who've watched the Burns Country Music documentary you'll understand.)

It was a pure delight and I'm SO excited to have the chance to go back again in March and share all the music, friendliness, and hospitality of Nashville and the Gaylord Resort with readers and authors!!  See y'all soon!!

"Navigating the world with a little swagger and a lot of grace"                                                                                     ~Anonymous
Read more about my writers journey and snag my first published contemporary western  inspired by Brad Paisley's song "She said Yes" today at Get Lost in a Story blog
Thank you,readers!
#lovewillfindaway
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