Work in progress

Dear readers,

Hope you had a nice Christmas and that Santa spoiled you this year...:)

I didn't think I'd write today, but there you go...sometimes inspiration can surprise you and what better way to end this year with a smile :) hopefully you'll like this article as I'm listening to a few christmassy songs and enjoying a little fire in the cheminey...;-) can't help it, probably am still in the Christmas spirit! :) Never hurt anyone, did it?

Anyway, as the end of the year approaches, my head is still full of questions but no answers just yet...hopefully I'll figure it out soon...I don't know exactly...I do like my current job, it's quite interesting and I'm learning a lot but the enthusiasm (if you could say that) isn't there anymore...my head is full of dream of writing and going back to England if possible (bloody Brexit though!)....in one word, I quite apprehend the next year...but enough about me-at least for now (rire) let's enjoy the rest of the day and prepare ourselves to go into 2018 peacefully...:)

So to do just that...here is a little surprise for you...please bear with me...no I haven't met anyone special yet, nor am I getting married (rire), OK, I know that was silly! I'm sure you weren't assuming lol :) I meant I wanted to share a story with you and as it is just coming out my head (not literally), you have guessed, I'm writing it as I go along...that's why! :) this story (like others) has been in my mind for while and I don't know...just taking a leap of faith and hope you'll like it as much as I do enjoyed writing it...:) although, this will only be a (short) extract as I decided to write the other extract over the next few weeks or at least soon...if that's OK with you?! :) let's hope so! ;-)

Here it is then....
But before I start, I will just add that one of the character will appear in another one of my stories...don't worry, you won't be lost, he only makes a few brief appearances.  So it won't be too difficult.

'So, that's why I decided to put on-' the doctor was saying but Elsie wasn't listening. Her gaze on the poster, on the wall behind. '...rest. I think it's best for now and-' What is it how it happens exactly? Could you actually feel it? Actually, how were you suppose to feel? Happy? Estatic? Overwhelmed? And more importantly: Did it hurt? Did you need so many painkillers you couldn't remember what had happened whilst giving birth to your first child?  Oh boy...'take it from here...I'll see you in a few weeks to check-up on...Mrs Fitzpatrick? Are you...listening to-' her doctor paused, following her gaze. '....Oh, I see. This is just to show how...the baby grows inside of your womb and...how it changed position before-'

'I know' Elsie replied, trying not to panic. She really did love her baby. No doubt about that. Since the first scan actually. She could never forget seeing her baby for the first time, nor could she forget hearing its heartbeat. It was simply magical.Yet it was also...going all so fast. Everyone seemed to expect something of her and Elsie was trying to make everyone happy. It wasn't easy though. This baby hadn't been exactly planned, nor had she planned to meet the dashing and handsome (in his own way) Ned. A friend-well more of an acquaintance- had introduced them (well, it had been more a happy accident) at the Christmas office party. He was actually trying to avoid Alice, consequently bumping into her. A wirlwind romance had ensued and the rest as they say is history...

Not long after, as they were only suggesting they might go on a holiday together for more than a week-end, the unexpected had happened. Elsie had find herself pregnant. Despite assuring him he didn't have to be involved as she certainly didn't want to tie Ned up, especially as they were still learning to get to know each other, Ned had surprised her. He actually didn't run in the opposite direction. He stuck around, making sure she and the baby had everything. Which was more than great as Elsie certainly hadn't expected it. They hadn't been dating for long. She sighed.

'....I read all the...pregnancy books and stuff...' She continued. 'And I went to the...lamaze classes'
'That's great...see, there is nothing to worry about...you'll be fine as long as you stay on bed rest, keep your feet-up and relax'

Keep your feet-up, relax...um, maybe. Elsie wasn't sure. Her work as an executive assistant did keep her busy or she was just a bit...too perfectionnist sometimes, as her mum would always say 'you don't need to make everything perfect, Elsie' Yep, story of my life. Stay in-wait!
'Did-did you say...bed rest?'
'Yes, why? Is there a problem?'
'Er...well, no...but-'
'Mrs Fitzpatrick...that's not negociable. It's bed rest or you going on labor earlier than planned..and personally I'd like to avoid it if I can...so, your boss will have to'
'It's Miss...I'm not married or Elsie, but-'
'No but...I'm not taking the risk...I'm sorry'
'Sorry? You're not the one who has to stay on bed rest...and deal with your...boss' Well, OK, not directly. As Elsie hadn't dealt with him personally. He had his own assistant for that. She was just a small fish in a bigger pond. No doubt he'd never even heard of her anyway. He had many people working under him (no sexual connotation intended), answering to his every whim...twenty four seven...
Nevertheless, Elsie still needed her job. Ned might make enough money for the both of them but Elsie had insisted she wanted to give her share too. No way she was letting Ned pay for everything.
Also why, she kept pushing back her maternity leave date, telling herself, she was mostly sitting at her desk anyway. Yet, it didn't seem enough. Her doctor was insisting she stopped working right now and enjoy the rest of her pregnancy. Barely two months anyway...Oh bugger!
'Fine...' Elsie reluctantly agreed. 'I'll do as you say...but if my boss fires me, that's on you'
Her doctor smiled. 'If you want but I'm sure it won't come to that'
'You certainly haven't met my boss, doc...' Elsie sighed again. Her hand slowly patting her belly. I'll be lucky if I have a job...but hey, at least, I'll have you...

To be continued...:) Take care and see you soon for another article! And of course, HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!! All the best! ;) xxx

P.s: As you can see...this article has been published in 2018...:) as it took me a little while longer to write it. Anyway, happy new year again! ;-)

'You'll never walk alone'

Dear readers,

Hope you're all OK in this festive period as Christmas approches...:)

Just a short article today-sorry I haven't been writing much lately....

And a song that makes me feel hopeful and look foward to new things despite everything and a lot of questions that I'm asking myself recently...or whenever you're doubting yourself or feel alone...;-)

'You'll never walk alone' by Josh Groban, from the 'Stages' album. Source: Youtube
 
a VERY SPECIAL thought to someone I'll miss very much...:)

Take care and see you soon for another article...and if I don't have time to write another article before hand, happy holidays in advance, have a merry little christmas (like the song says-if I remember correctly) and best wishes for the new year! ;) xxx

New Year, New resolutions?

Hello readers! Hope you're all OK and that this new year has started well? :)

Just a short article today-as I've decided (unless I feel inspired, who knows?) to take a break for my blog.
I'm not abandonning it, don't worry. I'm still here. However, at the moment, I've got a lot on my mind and as this new year is starting, I've also a few things to figure out...;)

Meanwhile, to illustrate this article, here is a picture, that speak for itself...:)

I know...every year, it's the same thing...we all try (mostly) to make new resolutions but in the end, we don't really keep them...no worries, it happens! ;) But it doesn't mean, you can't try...or even start with small ones...:) And, as I face new challenges this year, it's always nice to know, you're not alone! ;)

Take care, thanks again for following me-I'll be back before you know it! :) xxx

Christmas Time :)

Dear readers,

Sorry I haven't written much these past few weeks...-I'm not forgetting you- smile-but I've a lot on my mind at the moment...

Like the title, it's almost...Christmas! Can't wait to discover what Santa brought my family and me this year...:)  And to celebrate this festive period-that I like very much-here is a short clip from on of my favorite TV shows...FRIENDS whishing you a warm Merry Christmas...

...and a Happy New Year! :) Best wishes in advance...just in case I'm not writing beforehand ;) take care and see you soon for another article...xxx

A new year starts...! :)

Hello readers!

Hope you all had a lovely time with your family! :)

And of course, before beginning; Happy New Year!!! All the best! :)

I won't be too long for this first article of the year...just wanted to say a quick hi! :) as many challenges are waiting for me...it's quite overwhelming and as I'm still asking myself many questions while some people start to ask me 'so what's next?' not that I mind because I know they care and would like to know or help, expect I realized that I still need time...time to figure things out, time to see where I'm going exactly, time to take things step by step...otherwise I perfectly know that I'll panic again, which I'd like to avoid if possible...keep you posted! take care and see you around soon for another article! :)

Once again, happy new year! :) xxx

Happy Holidays! :)

Hello readers! Last article of the year, I don't think I'll be writing before next year, so once again; have a merry little Christmas and a Happy New year! All the best for 2015! Crazy isn't it?

Anyway, last spoiler (see article titled 'Spoiler&news' published recently), for the book 5 following Alex's sister, her name will be Rachel and I think for now, her love interest will be called Josh. Story still being developed. I've still got the title to find nonetheless. For the book 3, I might change the title along the way. That's it for now! Take care and see around soon for another article! Best wishes! xxx

Christmas Time! :)

Hello readers, December is officially here!  How the time goes by (a bit like the song from the wonderful movie Casablanca!)...crazy huh? As we can see this festive period has officially started with barely three weeks or so until Christmas Eve....! : decoration, lights on the streets, christmas trees, refine food...people making their christmas shopping...everywhere! :) I quite like it...don't you? Once the craziness of all the Christmas preparations has passed, everyone is there, family and friends...all together around the tables...then the rest is done, nothing else to do..., eating and laughing before the final moment (if like my family and me you opened the present on the 24th) leading to the opening of our present...! :) Just the best...at least for me!

As I"m not quite sure (still having a lot in my mind lately) whether I'll have time to write another article, just a little sentence; thanks once again for being here, I hope you still enjoying reading me and of course Happy Holiday! A warm and Merry Christmas, followed by a great Happy New Year, wherever you'll be! :) ;) 

Take care and see you around for another article and new adventures!!! :) xxxx

To finish, here is a Christmassy song as we all love: 

Song 'White Christmas' -Bing Crosby 

Hope you'll like it! Great movie too! :) xxxx

Merry Christmas&Happy New year! :)

Dear readers, first how are you? :) Hope you are all  OK in this festive period that Christmas is! :) And today, just a small article- as I don't know whether I'll have time to write two normal article for the holidays as normally do- as I'm going on a trip this Christmas but I'll see you as usual in 2014 for new adventures and for the fourth year (already!^^) that this blog is running...I hope you're still enjoying it as much as I do!? :)
So, today, just to wish you all wherever you are, with family or friends, a Merry and warm Christmas and a Happy New Year full of best wishes and many good things! :) Hope you'll be spoiled! :) Take care and see you next year for another article...! :) xxx

...and a Happy New Year! :)

Dear readers, How are you? Hope you all had a very nice and warm Christmas with your family and/or close friends! :) And today, just a short article! Can't believe another year has passed by...! I just wanted to wish you all a Happy New Year! My best wishes and hope that you will find what you're looking for! :) A lot of good things and happiness! :) Hope you will have a good time, whatever you are doing tonight! :)take care and see you all in the new year for new adventures and (many)articles to come! :) And Happy New year again! See you around! xxxx

Happy New Year to you !!!

Dear readers,

Hope you had all a really good christmas with your family and/or friends as I did! :) And also that father christmas has spoiled you this year...! :) ;)

Anyway, after that, I would like to wish you a Happy New Year 2012 to you all and my warm and best wishes for this new year which is about to begin! :) Hope all your dreams and hopes will be realized! :)

On that last note, have a good time and see you later, well see you next year, for another note! :) Take care, xxxx