January 2 2022
A planned Christmas Eve with my
sister and her husband was also nixed when three of us felt we might be coming
down with something. So better safe than sorry, and another visit rain-checked until today, when it is hoped they will visit with us for a spaghetti dinner.
Although I am truly disappointed at not having the Christmas with family as hoped for, I’m still grateful that everyone is well and that I’m blessed beyond words with a close family and loyal friends.
2022 promises to be busy for Jamie Tremain and perhaps, fingers crossed, we may see a return to some book events where Pam can unleash her sales skills. She is the people person of this partnership and will keep Jamie Tremain front and forefront wherever she goes. And I'm glad she does!
I hope 2022 is a Healthy, Happy, and safe one for all!
As one half of a writing duo called Jamie
Tremain, I’m more than thrilled to have a partner that is so tech-savvy. 2021
saw our jump to being Indie authors and published two new books. In August “Beholden to None”, the third in the Dorothy Dennehy mysteries, was published and in October a new
series began with “Grant's Crossing-Death on the Alder”. We have big plans for 2022 and
would like you along for the ride.
I have
written before about change and generally, I accept what is happening around me as
progress. But this year I believe we are all somewhat weary and now we have
waves with this new variant. If we are to see the light at the end of the
tunnel we have to accept and adapt. Some friends have been affected by Covid and I wish them a speedy recovery.
Ontario loosened up restrictions at the beginning of December, so I went to the theatre with my daughter-in-law to see “Come from Away” in downtown Toronto. Tickets were bought two years ago! Dinner at an Italian restaurant sitting miles from any other customers and then a dress circle seat to watch the show. Fantastic performance for the next two hours. Highly recommend it, but I gather it is now closed due to the new variant.
I’ve always enjoyed Christmas. The shopping for gifts, the eating
of course, and the family getting together. That was my biggest disappointment.
I did see one son and his wife and her mother. No, I didn’t cook the usual
turkey etc. I’m waiting on a new oven but supply chain woes mean late
January. But we still had our turkey. My local supermarket did a fine job and
delivered a turkey already cooked with all the veg, gravy and stuffing, (not as
good as mine though) and they didn’t forget the cranberry sauce.
Being at home so much during this time means getting a grip on
eating. A cookie here, a cookie there. What's a girl to do? No, I don’t bake
but it's all Liz’s fault as she delivered to me last month a huge tin of
Belgium chocolate biscuits.
On Boxing Day, a friend from Kelowna, BC came to stay for a few
days. We drove around but didn’t venture far and no crowded places. Oh yes, we
managed the liquor store for replenishments. So, for three days we ate, drank
and bored each other silly. But as the temperature is -31c (-22 F) in Kelowna, she liked
our temperatures much better.
December the 31st where I come from (Scotland) is called Hogmanay.
Many traditions surround this night. But that would be harking back to the old days,
and we need to look forward. A lump of coal to heat your fire, some black bun
for sustenance and of course whiskey. Oh, and the Scots make the best
Shortbread.
I’m looking forward to 2022 and Liz and I will continue to give
you more of our stories. We were planning and brainstorming this morning so
look for more of Grant’s Crossing and number four in the Dorothy Dennehy Mystery series.
Health and Happiness and a Happy New Year to all.
And now onto Jamie Tremain related items.
We are being featured on two upcoming blogs - January 7 and January 25. Details to follow.
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Before we go!
We know trivia occupies far too much of our brain cells, but like jello there's always room for more - here's something to add.
Cheers!
Pam & Liz
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