Monday 19 March 2012

Spring and Summer (of the Eagles) Almost Here


I had a wonderful day out yesterday to Loch Lomond with my lovely daughter and husband for lunch at the Marina. As well as a delicious meal (my daughter's treat for Mother's Day), the beautiful scenery only added to the pleasure. My heart always lifts when visiting this majestic Loch, in any weather. Spring was definitely in the air, together with a little nip of a breeze. As usual in our west coast, a few clouds eventually spoiled the otherwise blue sky but didn't spoil our walk along by the shore. I'll try not to gobble up all the chocolates in one go now! And my clever daughter also put together some lovely music for me - looking forward to hearing what she chose once I start writing (she knows the type of music I enjoy).

My son phoned later in the day for a wee chat, as he and my daughter-in-law should be presenting us with our first grandchild in late May and they're trying to get everything ready for this major change in their lives. Can't wait!

Just had confirmation this morning that my first tween novel, Summer of the Eagles, should be released at the end of the week. I'm going to organise a cyber launch on my children's blog for one day next week, once I know it's definitely available. Watch out for details at the beginning of next week and we'll have an online party!

Hope everyone else had a good weekend.
Rosemary

16 comments:

Teresa Ashby said...

What a wonderful picture!

Double excitement - the book and the new baby, won't be long now :-) Lovely x

Myra Duffy said...

You are certainly having a very busy time, Rosemary...but it's good to have so many pleasant things happening.Looking forward to the new book.

Joanna said...

This is such an exciting year for you, Rosemary. It couldn't get much better than a new book and a new baby.
I love Loch Lomond, although it's over forty years since I was there. I remember the peace and beauty of a boat trip there in June 1970 as part of a school-trip to Edinburgh and it could have happened yesterday, my memories of it are so vivid.
I'm so glad you had such a lovely Mother's Day.

Rosemary Gemmell said...

Thanks, Teresa - it's all go!

Thanks, Myra!

Thanks, Joanna - it really is a peaceful place and so beautiful on a bright sunny day, or with snow on the hills. Hope you get a chance to come back!

Jean Bull said...

Congratulations on the book and the imminent (I hope not too imminent!) arrival of your first grandchild!
I've never been to Loch Lomond even Scotland,but it's on my list!
PS My spell checker recommends 'Loomed' instead of 'Lomond' !

Joan Fleming said...

Sounds like a lovely Mother's Day, Rosemary. Looking forward to the new book.

Katbalou said...

Ah sure, you're a luck woman:-)

Rosemary Gemmell said...

Thanks, Jean - you've got to see Scotland!

Thanks, Joan!

Sure am, Karen!

Vikki said...

Your photo turned out nice! Hope you enjoy the tunes..:)

Diane Fordham said...

How exciting about Summer of the Eagels! Nice pic too. Have you got any of those chocolates left? x

Rosemary Gemmell said...

The music is lovely, thanks, Vikki - especially like Video games, New Moon and the Evenescence and Scala tracks!

Still have a few, Diane!

Talli Roland said...

Wow! Sounds like a very good weekend - lots of exciting things happening in your world. The lake looks beautiful.

Patsy said...

Lovely picture - can see why you like to visit the Loch.

Best wishes for Summer of the Eagles - hope it does really well for you!

Rosemary Gemmell said...

Thanks, Talli!

Thanks a lot, Patsy!

Mindy Hardwick said...

Hi Rosemary--I tagged you in The Lucky 7 Writer’s Meme if you want to participate. Aren’t you lucky? You can find it on my blog http:/mindyhardwick.wordpress.com Have fun!
Mindy Hardwick

Rosemary Gemmell said...

Hi Mindy - thank you!