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Cynthia Reyes

Hello Friends:

First, let me share some uplifting news:

After publishing nothing new for a few years, my co-author Lauren and I have just released two things that we hope will delight anyone who loves the colour purple, or notebooks.

Or, (for the young ones in their lives), the Myrtle the Purple Turtle book series because you’ll see a purple turtle on the cover below! Perfect Christmas present – wink, wink, nudge, nudge!

My Purple Notebook: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0991837967

My Purple Sketchbook: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CPBYZ51L

Second, I returned to teaching writing this fall after 4 years away. It was only 1 course of 8 weeks, once a week, focusing on Memoir Writing. And what a joy my group was! 8 persons over 50, none of them with writing experience, but hungry to learn. Members of previous groups have won writing competitions and published books and stories after the course, so I know that writing can be learned. The group both amazed and uplifted me.

As you and anyone who follows this blog knows, it’s been a tough couple years and I’ve blogged very little while trying to support my family and improve my own health. I have more appointments than I can count!

But life does go on, and as, always, I give thanks for the key blessings of love from family and friends. That, by the way, includes the friends I’ve made here through my blog, who have checked in on me and my family or replied to my quite rare blog posts. Blessings come in many different forms, and I thank you for yours.

I’m determined to post again soon so will send my Christmas greetings then. But for now, I wish everyone who celebrates Hanukkah, Advent, Winter Solstice (or other sacred days) the best of the season. And if that doesn’t apply to you, I hope you will find something to celebrate.

Blessings come in many forms. Some are tiny – like the amaryllis bud above that we accidentally severed from the plant, but which grew and grew in water and is blooming like crazy on a day when it’s cold and grey outdoors.

My best,

Cynthia.

22 thoughts on “New Stuff to Tell You About”

  1. It’s good to hear you’re back to teaching writing, Cynthia. Being engaged in the community and activities keep us moving when otherwise we won’t. I have my own health issues but the grandkids and the activities keep me moving. Merry Christmas to you and your family. 🎄😍

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    1. It’s a welcome home for you. Writing is the best therapy for writers.
      Wishing you only the best now and always.

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  7. I am delighted to see that another writing session will really happen. Your classes are so informative, so helpful and full of encouragement. I have no ifs or maybes left, so that April 1st deadline still holds! Onward n upward!

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  8. So glad you are back in the swing. Congratulations! First grandbaby is due in a couple of months so before too long, I will be able to put your books on my shopping list.

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  10. This is wonderful news, Cynthia! I have bookmarked the page for My Purple Notebook, and I am glad to hear you are teaching again. You have so much to offer your students!

    I love the red amaryllis! Blessings do come in many forms. Much love to you and your family this season and always.

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  13. It is always good to see a post from you and I have enjoyed your blogs for many years. You were one of my first to follow when I entered the blogging world. Merry Christmas and wishing you the best in the New Year. PS Have you ever thought of doing an online memoir course? Not sure how it would work, but I’m sure there is a way to charge for it.

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  16. I am so happy to hear so much good news, Cynthia, but I think what makes me happiest is that you’re feeling well enough to get out and teach writing again. Huzzah!! I know it’s been a tough road, but you’re tougher, and you just proved it. Happy Christmas to you!

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  17. This is wonderful news, indeed. Congrats to you both. The book and teaching writing again are great achievements. 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽 Celebrate, and enjoy the holidays! 🫶🏾

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  18. Amaryllis plants are just plain tough, maybe a bit like you, Cynthia. We have one every Christmas, and they never disappoint. Glad to hear about your writing course. The best to you and your family and Myrtle this season. –Curt

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