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2018 … the countdown is on …

December 29, 2017 by Patricia Sands 19 Comments

If it’s Friday, it must be France …

The New Year is just around the corner … it presents a clean slate on which to write hopes and dreams … here’s one of mine …

In a world where uncertainty about many things often creates the headlines, let’s focus on the positives of 2017 and dream a few dreams for 2018 … 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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About Patricia Sands

Family, writing and travel are my passions ... okay, and chocolate ... and I'm seldom without a camera. I write women's fiction and keep in touch with readers by a monthly newsletter that also has giveaways and contests. Come and join us by signing up on the right. See you there!

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  1. Amy Shojai says

    December 29, 2017 at 9:33 pm

    Oh yes, let it be so! May 2018 be wonderful for all.

    Reply
    • Patricia Sands says

      December 30, 2017 at 12:16 pm

      Amy! So lovely to see you here! All best wishes to you and all you do to make this world a better place.

      Reply
  2. Anneli says

    December 29, 2017 at 9:37 pm

    I hope all your dreams come true, Patricia. Your time spent in France sounds dreamy for a start.
    All the best.

    Reply
    • Patricia Sands says

      December 30, 2017 at 12:15 pm

      Many thanks, Anneli. France never stops feeling like a dream to me, even after all these years.
      It’s my pleasure to share those dreams. Here’s to a year of inspired writing in 2018 in your beautiful corner of the world.

      Reply
  3. Phil says

    December 29, 2017 at 10:01 pm

    Hope you had a terrific Christmas, and here’s to a happy New Year!

    Reply
    • Patricia Sands says

      December 30, 2017 at 12:13 pm

      Warm wishes right back to you, Phil. Wishing you a banner year in 2018!

      Reply
  4. Liane says

    December 29, 2017 at 10:26 pm

    Thank you for some heartwarming thoughts. I pass them back to you. I wish you all the very best in 2018. So love your posts and books!

    Reply
    • Patricia Sands says

      December 30, 2017 at 12:13 pm

      You are most welcome, Liane. Thank you for returning them. I look forward to sending more your way in 2018.

      Reply
  5. martha says

    December 29, 2017 at 11:22 pm

    It will indeed be stories, photos, and dreams for me. How I wish I could join you! But still, you know I am always there with you. Thanks for everything you give us, and may 2018 bring some more our way!!

    Reply
    • Patricia Sands says

      December 30, 2017 at 12:12 pm

      Martha, you are definitely a constant presence. Thank you so much for the wonderful support you offer in every way. It’s my pleasure to bring the photos and stories to you. <3

      Reply
  6. Sandra Pitaniello says

    December 30, 2017 at 1:57 am

    I am wishing you a wonderful New Year. I now have all of your books and look forward to reading them. I even have a copy of “The Bridge Club.” I told my husband that was my Christmas present to myself. He gave me presents, too.

    Reply
    • Patricia Sands says

      December 30, 2017 at 12:09 pm

      Thank you, Sandra. I wish you happy reading!

      Reply
  7. Margaret says

    December 30, 2017 at 2:49 am

    And a happy new year to you too. May you be queen for the day when you cut into your galette des rois!

    Reply
    • Patricia Sands says

      December 30, 2017 at 12:06 pm

      Merci, Margaret! Will you be indulging in a British version of same?

      Reply
  8. Darlene says

    December 30, 2017 at 10:50 am

    Happy New Year and Happy writing in 2018!! May it be a fun and productive year for you. <3 <3

    Reply
    • Patricia Sands says

      December 30, 2017 at 12:05 pm

      Indeed for us both, Darlene. May ideas blossom and words flow freely. <3

      Reply
  9. Sue Malizia says

    December 30, 2017 at 2:31 pm

    Just finished your latest, Drawing Lessons. Enjoyed getting to know the characters…but especially the wonderful locations. Sending best wishes for a happy and healthy new year…happy writing. =)

    Reply
    • Patricia Sands says

      December 30, 2017 at 3:23 pm

      Thank you for sharing your thoughts here, Sue. I’m so pleased you enjoyed Drawing Lessons. If you have time to copy your comment into a review, that would be wonderful. Best wishes back to you and yours! I’m busy working on something I hope you will enjoy as much! 🙂

      Reply
  10. Patricia says

    December 31, 2017 at 10:25 pm

    Here’s to a healthy and happy new year, Patricia.

    Patricia Rickrode
    w/a Jansen Schmidt

    Reply

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