Welcome! So much excitement here in Smallville! If you just came from WILLARD, you are going to need another cup of tea and some more MUSICA! (If you haven’t gotten your Willard yet, don’t worry, it will be going into your mailboxes from 9am eastern time Tuesday Aug 18, through Friday 
the 21st.) But you should know, our Giveaway has grown, now there are three! If you haven’t time to read the Blog just now, scroll to the bottom of this post where you can sign up for the drawing by clicking on the word “comments” and leaving a message. For the rest of you . . . I can only hope you agree that
I love this quote by one of my favorite authors. Wonderful things ARE happening. I used this quote in my new book, and asked Kellee if she would make it into computer wallpaper for you . . . and she did! Click HERE ~ it should be up by now, along with some gorgeous new stationery . . . As you’re about to see, things are getting back to normal!
You really know I have a little more time on my hands when you see this.↑ I’m finally giving my poor Beatrix Potter people a bath . . .
Filthy piglets, hadn’t bathed since Christmas! It was the very first thing I did to gain control over my house again after so many months in book writing mode.
Now they’re back in their places, all sparkling and happy, and the little vases are filled again and I am saying . . .
If I ever missed taking a closeup photo of a rose in the summer, then it just wouldn’t be summer, no matter what else I think I have to do!
There is nothing like roses from the garden, they look and smell like no other roses.
One of the first things Joe and I did when everything was turned into the printer was go to the nursery for these: ↓ Our garden needs help! Better late than never!
We also decided to celebrate our newly-found freedom with a long leisurely lunch at the restaurant at 
the golf course ~ “leisurely” is difficult to find here in August, with the Island so packed with vacationers. But we thought this place was a little bit out of the way so we’d have a chance. Well, it didn’t work out quite as we expected because we accidentally went on the day that Presidents Obama and Clinton were both there playing golf!!! We sure know how to pick ’em! So much for the quiet lunch. There were dogs sniffing the FINE ROMANCE VAN, believe it or not, and we were wanded (that’s what the secret service called it) before we could go inside. But after that, everything was normal until the two presidents became visible on the 
golf course, then the entire restaurant stampeded outside to watch and take pictures. All except us, because we had seen them before. Yeah, we’re so cool ~ it’s old hat to us! But we did put our flag on the front of the house! Afterwards we went to the nursery, also my first visit this summer . . . and no presidents were there! Yay! We’re replanting around the poor neglected bird bath right now . . . Once again, it’s Domesticity City around this place and we are happy as clams.
Out go the fluffy, healthy, quickly reproducing weeds, making room for actual flowers.
We also stopped at the farm stand and got our first corn of the season, hot, buttered, salted and peppered, it just popped off the cob! DELICIOUS! I’m sure you’ve done this ~ now I know it’s really summer!
We went out at 7 am this morning and have been walking our walk through the woods out to the water every day. This is the place where Joe and I hash everything over . . . from the habits of cormorants, to the unknown idiot who figured out how to move the huge rocks protecting tern nests so he could park his car there, to what’s for dinner and future travel plans/dreams. And we stood at the water and said a prayer for the victims of the terrible fires out west, that they be showered with love from their families, friends, and communities. My heart breaks when I see the ruin the flames are leaving behind.
We’re ooohing and ahhhing every night, and counting our blessings.
Coming home after a walk to the harbor to our little greeters . . .Jack’s looking at Girl who is waiting out of reach, on the kitchen table . .
Then back out with the camera because the sky at night has been wonderful, filled with stars. I’m a big believer in ladybug magic and there was one in the bathroom last night. Insert five exclamation marks. Second floor, hot crickety summer night, brushing my teeth, and there she was. A lucky omen. Believe me, I look for them every day!
Jack thinks our starry night sky is wonderful too, because it seems like it’s dropping . . .
. . . yellow cat toys!
Joe’s birthday balloons were tied around a bouquet of giant sunflowers that Kellee and Sheri sent from the Studio and within 10 minutes of arrival, Jack’s scissor-like teeth had severed the ribbons and all balloons were floating free.
Just the way Jack understands life to be. All about him. Which it is.
Yup. He’s our guy. Aren’t they adorable?
Busiest cat I ever knew. Floor water is no good anymore, he wants sink water.
Grass, he loves it. I take him out and sit with him while grazes. He’s really not an outdoor cat at all, I never let him out alone, and he is so good, he never tries to get out the door. He likes me to sit next to him the whole time.
On Cat patrol, sitting on top of the ironing board in the pantry, watching out the screen door for any possible trespassing by anything, bunnies, turkeys, neighborhood cats.
He also watches me working . . .and I watch him watching me. Sometimes I can’t believe he’s real. I don’t get as many photos of Girl Kitty these days, but never doubt that she is still our Queen. She just likes to keep her throne in the back of the closet most of the time, so she’s hard to get in action shots!
But they both were with me the whole time I was wearing these pencils down to the nubbins, and now they watch curiously as I reorganize the studio. I’ve been cooking too, filling the fridge with August-type healthy goodies we love, ice cold Gazpacho and . . .
. . . my favorite Coleslaw Recipe ~ stuff to munch on. Look at that apple core in our compost pile! Isn’t it beautiful? (If you click on the recipe you’ll also see us repainting the kitchen a couple of years ago . . . just scroll down for the Coleslaw recipe, I promise, it’s there).
Nature. Just wow. I realize we are finding wow in the compost pile, but I can’t help it. I had to dig this guy out and take his picture. I almost put him on Ebay.
I can already feel fall coming and we hear it in the woods, we’ve even seen a couple of bright red leaves out there! And what’s back to school without book things? I know there were two Fairy Tale bookmarks in the Willard, but I thought, considering the time of year, some of you might want our wise old owl once more. Just click there, cut around him, and he is yours.♥
And now for the Giveaway(s) to celebrate my new book which I can barely believe is really finished! The first one I mentioned in the new Willard ~ it’s my 2016 Wall Calendar, plus my AUTUMN book, plus my new book, THE FAIRY TALE GIRL, and, for the cherry on the top . . .
a fairy tale banner! I’ll sign the books ~ and it will all go out to the winner the minute THE FAIRY TALE GIRL 
gets here, which should be about three weeks at the latest. (But who’s counting? Me, I am!) All you have to do to enter the drawing is scroll down to the bottom of this post and leave a message ~ just click on the tiny gray word under where I sign off that says, “comments” and leave a comment and that automatically enters you in the drawing. And the good part (or the bad part, depending on how you look at it) is that you have a lot better chance at winning this than you do the lottery!
Also, another surprise! Something else for my Girlfriends, Giveaway #2, because when I think of fall, I think of three things, delicious recipes, books, and old 
movies ~ and this Giveaway covers them all. My Autumn Book, filled with fall recipes, and a wonderful old movie called Hobson’s Choice. I think you will LOVE this movie! I have it, but I have to keep it, so I bought you a brand new one. It has everything going for it: It’s old, it’s English, and it’s pure charm. And it makes you feel good. What more could anyone ask for?
And this strange item, for good measure, will be Giveaway Number Three. I was cleaning up my studio (WHAT a mess!) and came across this. I saved it because I think at one time I was going to cut it 
up and make bookmarks out of it. It’s one of the little bits of paper I use to test watercolors and my ink pen before I paint or write something for a book or a calendar. As you may notice, my pen was giving me all sorts of trouble — I didn’t want it 
to blob onto the “good” paper, so I kept playing with it, making squiggles until it started behaving. Anyway, I thought one of you might like the results of the squiggles . . . the originalist of the originals, stream of consciousness without the consciousness, no rhyme nor reason for it ~ but I did sign and date it … it’s about 6 ½” by 9″ and would make a fun little piece of kitchen art for your fridge or bulletin board. And it does have fairy magic in it. And you can win it.
And that makes it three Giveaways on this blog today. Leave a comment, and Vanna will draw three names in a few days and I HOPE SO MUCH that the name she draws is YOURS!!!!!!!!!
In the meantime, I will be watching for the UPS 
man to bring me my first stack of The Fairy Tale Girl. I wait ever so patiently, but I am as excited as Christmas.
With the new book and the new calendars, Kellee and Sheri have been shaking in their boots about the WILLARD and asking me to make a special request to remind you how tiny their four little hands are. The phone has been ringing off the hook at the Studio about the calendars and they want me to tell you that they 
will try their hardest to get everything out as quickly as they can . . . if it takes a couple of extra days to get your things, you can blame it on the dratted calendars, but have faith, they’ll be there very soon. And so will your books!
And then soon, we might be doing this again, sailing out of New York harbor on the Queen Mary 
2!!! We are dreaming big time. Anything could happen between now and then, but we’re going to try. We took all our travel books with us to our leisurely lunch at the golf course the other day ~ looking for cottages to rent, pouring over maps and plotting our possible course. Figuring out whether we should go in the summer or in the fall . . . we’ve only ever been in the spring, so there will be new things to see. And we’ll bring the Blog along, so get ready Girlfriends!!!
And there she is ~ our beautiful in-house Queen joins me to say fare thee well for now. Thank you for your support and friendship.♥ Joe thanks you, Jack thanks you, Girl Kitty thanks you, and . . .
. . . I thank you . . . ♥ Have a wonderful day Girlfriends! XOXO
I enjoy your post so much and look forward to the release of your new book.
I have loved all of your books and can’t wait for this new one. Love ‘Willard’ ! Thanks.
HELP!!!! I never received Willard! I’m so looking forward to reading it….please try sending it again! LOVE your Willard’s and wouldn’t want to miss one. Autumn is in the air, golden rod is blooming and I’m looking to cozy up with my favorite reading…namely your wonderful Willard! Hugs….
Check your spam folder Vicki, sometimes Willard takes a detour! If not, here is a LINK to the newest WILLARD.
Oohh! Another trip to England! I’m readying my tea cup and slippers to join you! Living vicariously isn’t the same as being there, but it is fun just the same. I just pulled “Autumn” from its other season place on the shelf, so we’re anticipating the arrival of that wonderous season here, as well.
Oh, I love it all! You are simply superb and your blog is my favorite!
Susan, I loved the new Willard and cannot wait for your new book! Oh, the joy you bring to my life!
Enjoyed the blog – your cat is adorable! – and would love to be entered.
I just ret’d from Cape Cod – next time i want to make it out to the Vineyard as I haven’t been in a few years …. the Cape is a magical place!! looking forward to your new book!
Wow, lots of comments! I love the owl bookmark!
You never fail to brighten up the day Susan! Though I know you have to do mundane things like chop up apples too-you find beauty in the simple things. Such a wonderful reminder for all of us! Blessings on your Day!
I just dearly love all you create thank you for the wonderful chance to win.
I would love to win your new book! I have all your other books, and gifted two of the Great Romance because it is so good!
I love your books! I gifted two of Fine Romance. Can’t wait to read Fairytale Girl!
I <3 SB – I hope I win because I know just who, of my very best friends, w
I will be sharing the prize with!
I’ve missed you! I’m living my own fairytale these days. Married now for 117 blissful days! Thank you for always inspiring me!
117! 🙂
Thank you Susan for bringing so much joy to each day. I would love to win the lovely prizes for my dear friend Joni.
What a great way to start the day — reading your Willard email, visiting your blog, sipping a mug of coffee and enjoying all of the wonderful makes-me-smile artistic embellishments.
School started here in NC this week. Stores are brimming with all of the back-to-school supplies, and school buses are back on the roads in the early mornings and in the afternoons. Frisky Fall weather cannot be far behind!
Enjoy going on walks with you and Joe, and the “fur therapy” provided through your wonderful photos of Jack and Girl. You make my heart sing. ♥
Waiting patiently for your new book Fairy Tale Girl! I am quite sure it will be absolutely delightful, like everything you put your hand to!
Thanks for the giveaway too. I am praying for some lucky fairy dust on my name.
XX000
Susan I would love to have your newest book, I love my calendar, and went on your journey with you in A Fine Romance! Someday hope to do that too! Please know how uplifting your work is! I have shared with all my girlfriends!! Oh happy day!
Good morning, dear Susan.
You are a joy, an absolute joy!! How I love to receive your blog and Willard. They (you) always remind me to notice the beauty all around me and to count my blessings. I thank you so much for that. And what a treat to look forward to The Fairy Tale Girl!! We are all jezzled up with excitement. (Stole that word from Tasha:-) While I wait I am giving my home a thorough cleaning and it is sparkling! The temp in Indianapolis is low 70’s with no humidity so every window is open and white ruffled curtains are blowing in the breeze and quilts are on the line . We can almost believe fall is here.
Blessings to you and Joe and Jack and Girl Kitty~
Carol Wakefield
What a wonderful Willard, wonderful post and wonderful giveaway!!
Thanks so much for being so good to us!
Love everything about everything you do! 🙂
What a wonderful giveaway! I love old British movies too. 🙂
I love your art, kitties, location, photos, and especially the JOY you bring to the planet! May God bless your hard work!
Researching independent bookstores in San Antonio preparatory to the arrival of the new book. Can’t wait!
Yay!
Love your Blog….. You do live a Fairy Tale Life! You give so many ‘girlfriends’ a fresh and livable lifestyle. It’s theirs for the taking. Have a wonderful day!
Your creative treasures makes me happy!!
Hi Susan Went to a house sale Sat. Rather late in the day. There on the table just waiting for me three little Beatrix potter figurines I couldn’t believe it. And at a bargain. See what you’ve done you have me collecting Beatrix potter figurines I really love them You are a great influence on me. I joined the Beatrix potter society and received my first newsletter
Also bought a few Gladys Taber books. Thanks joan
All soul nurturing things! xoxox
There is always so much beauty and happy in your posts… they are a highlight for me on the big old internet! 🙂
I would love to win! Come on Vanna take a good deep dive into that pile of comments girl! I know you can do it! : ) Shelia
Thank you for brightening my day in every season! xo
Thanks, Susan, for all you do to make life more beautiful.
Fairy Tales DO Come True…’blessed by your life’s outlook to see beauty in all things great and small
A wonderful blog as always. So far I have not received your Willard e-mail it is usually so prompt, is there anything I can do to speed it up? I can’t wait to read it.
Concidently a colleague of mine recently married and is now a Willard (but we live in England).
They have all gone out Jane. . . please check your spam folder and see if Willard’s hiding in there. I asked Kellee to make sure you’re signed up.
Thanks for looking into this for me Susan. I have just rechecked my in box and “junk” mail but sadly there is nothing there.
What a FANTASTIC opportunity – I would so LOVE to win either of these drawings
Oh! A book give away…I do have every book and calendar, but sorry to say, I just don’t have this latest book…What a joy to always get a message in my email from what I consider a dear friend…Susan Branch. Thank you always for your inspiration!
Good morning Sweet Sue (and Joe and kitties too!)
What a wonderful way to wake up this morning. <3 I have been canning like crazy and have not had a chance to read my Willard so I was glad to see this on FB this morning. I am so looking forward to receiving my copy of The Fairy Tale Girl. Will you be coming back to Cali for a book signing again? SandyQ and I will be right there if so with all of our little calendars for our pen pals The Petals! and of course our copies of your new book and calendar. How exciting to be dreaming of and planning another trip to England. I might just have to buy myself a plane ticket and follow along stalking you. I would get to meet my 2 English pen pals that way also. Have a great day. Whoever wins your giveaways will be abundantly blessed.
i so love your art…..on anything. thank you so much for the chance to win….i would be so happy with anything. you are so sweet to offer us an opportunity to win. wishing and hoping. xoxo
I, too, am a big believer in ladybug magic and I, too, look for them every day! That is so fun…I’ve never met anyone that shared my affection for that magical red bug:-)
Can’t wait to read your newest book, Susan! Your art work is just wonderful! Thanks for sharing with all of us…
Thanks for the use of quotes in your writing! I particularly find them inspiring and definitely helpful! I would not know the likes of Gladys Tabor, William Morris, and others if you were not a dream catcher of their dreams! You always add delight to my day! Thanks for sharing your dreams!
Love books 🙂 I am so excited for another book from our Lovely Susan!!! Hope this means you will be coming again to Ca for a visit with all of us too 🙂 I am gathering my Girlfriends for a “Susan Branch Road Trip <3
Oh no!! I hope I’m not to late.
Dear Susan you are so love!! Last Sat.I got my Willard at 6 am and it was simply heaven,I got to share it with a sweet friend that is at home going trough chemo and your blog and watching your videos is giving her lots of hope and inspiration! thank you so much.
with a grateful heart,
Patricia
You are a good friend Patricia! xoxo Thank you!
Would love, love to win!
Thank you, thank you for the lovely giveaways!❤️
Would love to win! :0)
What a lovely morning here in Colorado having my coffee and reading Willard! Of course in between I’m changing the water outside! Ordered your new book! Whoo Whoo! Now I’m dreaming of a picnic in England for my 35th wedding anniversary next August in a beautiful garden! Your blog and books so enrich my life. Thank-you, thank you!
So excited about your new book. OOOoo…I hope I win something!!! Been so sick the last week and hoping to feel better soon.
It just hasn’t felt the same without your blog posts! So glad you have emerged and I can’t wait for the new book! So much fun- and I can feel the magic already.
Lately, something has felt “off” to me…and when that happens, it’s one of 4 things: not enough sewing, not enough cooking and baking, not enough sleep, and not enough of what I call “living like Susan Branch” in my life. In the past few days, I have been selecting one of your books from the shelf and bringing it to bed with me, so I can capture the magic and get an idea for some little magical touch to do around the house. It never fails to pick me back up again. 🙂 And just like magic, it always works!
Here’s to a lovely fall just around the corner! The signs are already starting to show, even down here in North Carolina!
Here’s to the magic, Tammy! xoxo Thank you!
I love the pictures of Jack and Girl kitty. Glad to have you back to see what you and Joe are up to. The book will be fun to read, but I look forward to a trip again – England is so wonderful! Best wishes on the next book, I know you won’t be able to help yourself 🙂 from one of the girls, Deb
I’m glad you have a bit of extra time on your hands. I’m so looking forward to the book! ps. Jack. Oh Jack. Love him.
I love reading your posts. They are my “treats”! Love hearing about your furry children too. Thank you for making my day!
❤️ Willard and everything you create! Have been a girlfriend for years!!! Can’t wait for the new book!
I love your blog as well as your books,teas, we’ll just about everything.
What a delightful post, Susan! I get so much joy from reading your blog. Thanks for all you do for your girlfriends! 🙂 Hugs, Deb
How wonderful to hear that you’re enjoying the air and all beautiful surroundings with your latest treasure now completed. From the bottom of my grateful heart, thank you for the work and love put into Fairy Tale Girl.
Photos: Girl looks as beautiful as always, should her the sweetly high-pitched “aaawwww”s which come from my three girls when they see photos of her. Joe looks really nice in the one of he & Jack, the dark color suits him well. So glad you are so blessed as you truly deserve nothing less than just that.
Enjoy the day! Melinda, mom of 3 beauties
Super excited about the new book! I enjoy reading your stories, and just love the artwork!
Thank you for sharing so much of yourself with the world ! Xo
Waiting for your new calendars and book.
Love your Blog. New book looks good! Love the owl book mark, printed out 2.
I hope I’m not too late to enter the giveaway! <3
Hi Susan! So glad you are back with the blog and Willard! I miss when I don’t hear from you, (I frantically check my junk mail thinking my computer went crazy). I can’t wait to see your new book and I hope I am the lucky “lottery” winner! Have a great day. 🙂
Ahhhh . . . travel dreams. Aren’t they the BEST dreams?????
The best . . .
What a delight to get a Willard or post from your creative mind, heart and hands! I print them out and re-read them, enjoying them over and over…would love to WIN !!!
I love reading your blog and telling friends about it . It’s a place to find calm , down -to -earth observations about nature, and everyday things we all experience . It’s like meditating ; one always feels better afterwards . Thank you & all the best 🙂 Joan
Your words always bring joy to my heart and remove all those burdens of the days that drift into our busy lives. Thank you for that lovely gift that you give so freely to us all.
Enjoy the last days of summer on the island. Hugs, Jinny
Your writing and pictures makes me feel warm and cozy! Joyful too!
I have enjoyed your drawing, sayings, calendar, etc. for a long time. It makes me happy to read your posts and check out the musica that is playing.
Many thanks for these blogs,love to hear what is going on. As an artist I am inspired by your drive. Looking forward to your new book.
Marilyn
So excited for your book to come! My mom and I have ordered 2 one for each of us! She has borrowed A Fine Romance and never given it back, she just loves to pour over the pictures!
I just returned from MV, visiting my grandson, son and daughter in law. It is a magical place, beginning with the boat ride over! I would love to retire there!
Keep writing and painting, and sharing your life through your blog, you provide a sanctuary after a busy day! Thank you!
Beginning with the boat ride, that’s how it started with me too!
Looking forward to the new books….I have missed Willard, however, a person cannot do it all at one time.
I will enjoy the fall wallpaper, now I have to choose which one, maybe I will have to switch them around.
I almost didn’t comment seeing you already have more than 3,000 to read but I just wanted to say thank you. I so enjoy your blog and Willard. What a wonderful way to bring joy into the lives of others. I have lived most of my life in the West so I love that you share glimpses of your life and travels. So inspiring!
Have loved you Susan forever. Met you years ago in Dundee IL, and found out your grandmother and I share the same birthday. Have kept that calendar your signed for me! Love getting Willard…..so glad you and Joe are having such a great time.
Susan, Thanks for everything you do and for helping us to remember to bloom where we are planted! You are always an inspiration. My house is just a few blocks away from the house you lived in as a girl and it just makes me feel like we’ve always been friends! I am looking forward to the arrival of my copy of your newest book. :o)
Ooooooooo, I forgot I was saving my “Willard” for quiet time with tea! Now I need to find some quiet time! 😉 Loving Jack’s bright little face in the pictures! My kitty Chester is one of my favorite photo subjects, too. Enjoying fall-like weather here today, I think it’s coming early this year. Might want to plan your vacation accordingly!
EEEEK, you just made my day! Come ON fall! And please last for a very long time!
You are such a treasure. How can I forget that you are the perfect antidote to this troubling world? Challenges might be real, but so are you…just as real as a coral sunset or new kittens. I love the French music! I’m a new Francophile, since we took our granddaughter to Paris for her 16th birthday. Champagne by a twinkling Eiffel Tower can do that to a person.But…I’m looking forward to ordering your books and falling in love with England too. Downton Abbey got me started:>)
Love,
Nita
I am so happy to hear the Eiffel Tower is still twinkling . . . I loved that they did that! Thank you, Nita!
I’ve been a fan of yours since your first cook book came out! Love your beautiful illustrations, delicious recipes, and whimsical sayings!
Thank you Donna Rose!
Well it all looks wonderful. The cats are so funny. Ours has discovered the peas in the raised vegetable beds and chews on the tips. We do have car grass but there are so many other things to try out. Love that owl bookmark, thank you!
I must confess, I didn’t have time to read the blog just now, but I wanted to get in on the chance for a giveaway prize. Going back to blog later…..looks like a good one! Off to make dinner. I NEED the Autumn book! Bye for now!
Well, I think you missed this one Patricia, but there will be more!
WHO WON?????
Are you being funny?
Wow! A chance to win your new book and then some…Can’t wait for your drawing!
We just had it! So sorry, we’ll do it again soon!
oooo~ A new book!! 🙂
Love the new book anticipation…. I found your stickers long ago before I found all the amazing other gems! Congratulations to you!!!
Love your Willard and blog. My favorite book in the whole world is A Fine Romance. Definitely will reread when I plan a trip to England. Thanks for all!
I sit in my own Fairy Tale Garden, drink my tea and read your books. Your work brings me to a place of absolute peace and a wonderful reality that cannot compare to any other. Thank you.
Aloha! I would be thrilled to win one of your exciting give aways!
love your posts, its like getting a letter from a dear friend. love from sussi
Love your Sussinghurst! 🙂
Oh dear I hope I’m not to late for the drawing but that is ok as I just got around to reading Willard. I think it is wonderful that you are going on the Queen Mary again and taking us along, I hope. Loved “A Fine Romance” and can’t wait for “The Fairy Tale Girl”. So now I can hear of your adventures in the fall in England. How great is that! dear friend. Have a wonderful holiday.
Thank you for the little bird that flew across my screen and sang to me.
You are a true inspiration to so many of us! Keep up the fabulous work!! I have all your books & looking forward to the latest one! God Bless you and Joe too!!!
Welcome back! I surely have missed you. My Fairy Tale is to meet you and see your beautiful home!!
Enjoyed the newsletter as always Susan. Looking forward to the new books! You HAVE been busy!! Hope you have a wonderful fall.
Sorry that I am late in responding. We went home to WI and picked out a house on the Door peninsula! Offer was accepted! I have been cleaning and painting here like a mad woman. Hope to sell here in Virginia Beach soon!!! Got to get home before the snow flies!
Glad to see the new book! Love the Moon boots. LOL
Fondly,
Margot
HOW EXCITING!
Can’t wait to read the new book. Your blog always gives me a lift in my spirit and a smile on my face.
Wonderful treasures that you are giving away!!!! Thank you 🙂
I so enjoyed reading everything you write. Willard had me smiling ear to ear. Just the mention of Autumn had me reeling! Thank you for bringing so much Sunshine to us.
Hi Susan: I have all of your books and love to read Willard. Can’t wait to read your next one. It’s like reading a letter from an old friend. Thanks for all you do for us…Sincerely, Sheila
Reverence to you. I am sitting on a porch in Vermont across from a vineyard sipping delicious wine and eating chocolate…delicious as the clouds hang motionless. When I get home to Maryland I wonder if the Fiarytale book will be there for me to read.. Loved A FINE ROMANCE. ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
Wine, chocolate and view! Excellent red letter day!
Your writing makes my day! Thanks much!!
Hi Susan,
Glad to finally get a Willard! Have missed you! Just to let you know I am a HUGE Poldark fan as well. My husband and I watched the original on PBS back in the late 70’s and fell in love with it. So much so, that we even named our sweet Chesapeake Bay Retriever puppy “Demelza”. My little (at the time) son called her “Muttza”. Bought the books by Winston Graham and fell completely in love with Cornwall.
Congratulations on “The Fairy Tale Girl”. I love fairies and you!
Kathy
Always a pleasure to read your blogs. You have always been an inspiration to me with your painting and writing. Enjoy all that you share with us!
Love your stuff; just put some of your wallpaper down on my computer. 🙂
Thanks for all the wonderful giveaways…your stuff just makes me Happy!!! ❤️❤️
Thank you Cindy!
Even on the darkest days, hearing the name Susan Branch always brings a smile to my face and heart. You are an inspiration! Thank You.
Thank you Carol!
Love your blogs! I agree Susan Branch always brings a smile!
Thank you Ramona!