The latter chapters of any book can be tough–there are so many threads to weave together into a nice, neat conclusion. In connected books, you're also setting up hints about stories to come and laying down the groundwork for those. Mac's book, PICTURE PERFECT MOM, has been particularly tough because we're dealing with his grandmother's decline, which brings back memories of my mom's last days. I thought I could handle this, but every scene is tough.

To offset that intense emotional element of my days, I've been cleaning house (is there such a thing as Fall Cleaning?) and making plans for our trip. Yesterday, I spent waaay too much time looking for the "right" hotel for us in Niagara Falls. Here's a shot of the one I picked. Cool, huh?

Still haven't booked one in Toronto, but I think I know which one I'm going with. Mostly I like it's proximity to the Harlequin offices, but I wouldn't mind giving the downtown area a try. It looks like an amazing city. Guess that's why I haven't booked it yet.

Ooh, ooh, Saturday is a quick road trip for my sister Jan and me. We're going to the Susan Wiggs luncheon. Will get to see my friend and avid reader, Barbs. Hi, Barbs. See you soon!

Back to the story…tears and all.

Deb