Into the Fire

Passionate thoughts about the world of writing and the Power of God

 

             
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The big ACFW Conference in Dallas, Texas, is over, and you can find the winners of the Genesis Contest here:

http://www.acfw.com/genesis/2012_winners

And the Carol Award Winners:

http://www.acfw.com/carol/2012_winners

Lots of recognized novelists at this large fiction conference. And many pre-published hopefuls ranging from first timers at a conference to veterans pursuing their first contract.

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This week begins the big Fall Premieres for some of my favorite television series. Not all of you are TV buffs. I most certainly am among those who genuinely look forward to several shows on network television. Mostly crime shows. No "comedies". Would much rather watch forensic gore than listen to and watch raunch and perversion that isn't even remotely funny.

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The big deal for the day: my guy and I have been married for 34 years today. We've "been together" for 38, but we won't go there. We got saved two years apart, me shortly after we were married, and him a while later . . . It's good to be in love. Thank you, Jesus, for getting us through our rugged struggles, our terrible baggage, our history, and bringing us finally together in our hearts and souls. Any good in us and by us is due to you, Holy Spirit. And we thank you - which is never enough.

 

Father, thank you. For it all. We're always desperate for you, Lord. In the Name of Jesus, Amen. 

 

 

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8 responses to “Monday Musings . . .”

  1. Brenda Anderson Avatar

    Congratulations Nicole! Hope you and your husband take time to celebrate. 34 years is worthy of celebration!
    Also congratulations to all the Genesis & Carol Award winners. It was so much fun watching the awards in person. 🙂

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  2. BK Jackson Avatar

    Happy Anniversary!
    My kudos to the Genesis and Carol Award winners but I’m especially ecstatic for Kathleen Maher, who won the historical fiction category. I’m so proud of her!

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  3. BK Jackson Avatar

    Oops–I should’ve specified: Historical Fiction category of the Genesis contest.

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  4. Nicole Avatar

    My husband’s on the road and out of town, but we had a good birthday/anniversary weekend at our local state fair. We’re pretty low key around here. Thanks, both Brendas, for the congratulations. No easy road marriage but entirely worth it. God is faithful even when we’re not, cliche as that is.
    I wish you would’ve won in your categories, Bren. Hope you made lasting impressions and connections.
    Brenda, it’s good to hear you’re pleased with the winner of the Historical Ficiton. You must like her work and have a connection to her?

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  5. Mark H. Avatar
    Mark H.

    Happy anniversary Nicole! Fun that it’s so close to your birthday!

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  6. Nicole Avatar

    9/20: Michael’s birthday 9/23: my birthday 9/24 our anniversary
    Purposeful. 😉
    No confusion.

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  7. Jessica Thomas Avatar

    Congratulations you two!

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  8. Nicole Avatar

    Thanks, Sweet Thing. 😉

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