Glynis Smy - Author of Historical Romance/Suspense: Wish I was Here: Janice Horton Book Launch Celebration

Wish I was Here: Janice Horton Book Launch Celebration

As part of her book launch tour, Janice Horton has ask we place a picture of where we wish we could be at the present time.

Janice Horton

First let me tell you about her book as this is her day.

In ‘Reaching for the Stars’ the main character Chef Finn McDuff feels he's had enough of all the food campaigns, the TV cookery shows, the constant frenzy surrounding his private life and disappears into a self-imposed exile for a while. Hence the theme of Launch Day is 'Wish I Was Here...'

Purchase: Amazon UK or Amazon. Com

I purchased my copy for my new Kindle this morning. I do love that I can select a new book in my PJ's over coffee!

OK, now to the request from Janice.

As many of you know, I emigrated from the UK to Cyprus nearly seven years ago. Although it was not easy to leave family and friends behind, I have no regrets. Yes I would like to be holding my gorgeous new grandchild and seeing her smiles, but I have made a life here in a rural hillside village. Yes, I could say I want to be in Vancouver with my son...and I do. However, that is something to look forward to in 2012.

I am content where I am. I live a hermit style life with a good man. I write all day or make cards all day. The choice is mine. I have no work pressure, that is a thing of the past. My health both mental and physical are good because of the changes made. So today I thought it an ideal day for sharing a few pictures of why I am saying 'Glad I am Here' instead of 'Wish I was Here'.

My house in the top left corner looks over vineyards, Olive groves and orchards

We worked hard on our garden. It was a bare field in 2005

Even in winter the Troodos mountains look good from my house

Where I walk to clear my mind or find inspiration. This field inspired me to write a scene in a meadow for Maggie's Child

I swim every day in summer. I managed 60 lengths this year. This is how I rid myself of writer's block. The mundane up and down triggers a blank canvas to paint new chapters.

Cutting and pruning is a great way to remove any pent up feelings. The garden benefits too!

So there you have it. My little spot on this earth where I am content to while away the hours.

Congratulations to Janice. Meet her over at her blog and visit her other party bloggers.

14 Comments:

Rebecca Emin said...: Beautiful photos, Glynis. I can see why you made the choice to say you are glad you are there!; 14/12/11
Loribeth said...: What a lovely place to be. I can understand why you're glad to be there.

I pinned a couple of your pictures into my "Places to Visit" board.; 14/12/11
Jessica Nelson said...: You've created a beautiful home for yourself. :-) Hopefully your kiddos can come visit you sometime and enjoy those gorgeous views. I love my home and am thankful all the time for it, but I also love traveling. Right now if I had to post a pic, it would be of my bed, 'cause I'd rather be sleeping right now. lol; 14/12/11
Janice Horton said...: What a beautiful post from a beautiful place - no wonder you are so content. The views and the garden (and the pool!) all look fabulous and what an amazing place to base yourself from and to return to when you do travel to see and visit your family else where in the world. A truly lovely 'happy to be here' post, Glynis - thank you for sharing it with us!
Love, Janice xx; 14/12/11
Glynis said...: Thanks for browsing folks! It is good to be content.

Jessica, bed is a good place to be when tired.

Janice, I am thrilled you enjoyed your visit!X; 14/12/11
Alex J. Cavanaugh said...: Your home is beautiful, Glynis!; 17/12/11
Tracy Jo said...: Awesome to be happy and settled! Your home is beautiful...a little slice of heaven!; 18/12/11
Debs Carr said...: Thanks for showing us pictures of your beautiful home, no wonder you're inspired to write when you live in such a gorgeous place.

I read your rejection letter and have to agree that it is incredibly complimentary. Well done you!; 18/12/11
Glynis said...: Hi Tracy Jo! I am lucky, I know. Thanks for visiting me today.

Debs, my mind and spirit are free here. It does me good.

I am proud of that rejection letter, thanks.

Thanks for visiting me today.; 18/12/11
Glynis said...: Alex, thank you. I think so. It is not paradise, but good enough for me to feel at peace. Thanks for visiting today.; 18/12/11
William Kendall said...: Gorgeous pics, Glynis!; 19/12/11
Glynis said...: William, thanks. I like the place. Thanks for visiting today.; 19/12/11
Rebecca Bradley said...: I love seeing photographs of where you live Glynis, it's a beautiful place. Thank you for sharing.

I also downloaded Janices book in my PJ's! :); 19/12/11
Glynis said...: Lol, Rebecca, a virtual Pyjama party!

Glad you like my home, it is a special place for me.

Thanks for visiting today. x; 19/12/11

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