I knew you were coming so I got ready! First off, click here for my new theme MUSICA (which you will understand if you’ve read the Willard ~ eeeek!). 🙂
And now, HELLO WILLARD PEOPLE! Welcome to the Blog! 
Since I wrote the Newsletter, guess what!? So excited and happy to tell you, that the Giveaway I mentioned has just been doubled ~ because look what showed up ↓
Do you know what this is? It’s
in Chinese!
Here are my two children meeting for the first time.♥
Yes! It’s the just published (but only in China) Chinese version of our book A Fine Romance, Falling in Love with the English 
Countryside. Now I have the extreme privilege, among other things, of taking the Chinese people up to Hilltop to see Beatrix Potter’s legacy!
Who would have ever thought it possible!? I’ve been pouring over the book, looking at all the details. They did such a nice job. They even kept the watercolored first letters on every page because they thought they “looked pretty!” Even when I mentioned that it might not make sense in Chinese because those first letters have nothing to do with the text ~ they still wanted them which is one reason I really like this publisher!
It’s almost, page for page, exactly like the English version…and it’s a real book you can hold in your hands, because did you know, studies are showing that reading “real” books is healthier and increases intelligence? They are!
See the little writing around the poppy? And the captions? They made sure all the movies were there and the music too! And where there are English words,they used a cute little handwriting font.
I’m trying to see it through their eyes. I wonder if they say the same stuff to each other in China? I bet they do.
Now they know more about us than I ever imagined. They know that there are idiots all OVER the world. Isn’t that funny? I am happy to be an idiot in the quest for world peace.♥ 
Like this, now they know this! I signed the contract for this book over a year ago, but I didn’t realize how I 
would feel when it actually arrived. I’m honored, but not used to it yet. None of my other books have ever been in any language except English . . . But as the song goes, you are my lucky star . . .⭐️
Here’s the recipe for Rachel’s Lemon Butter cookies! There 
will be people in China eating Rachel’s cookies! I wonder if they changed the part about how Joe and I met and all of that ~ the one hotel room, the robe like armor, etc. Maybe one of you reads Chinese and can tell us!
I get to take them to Siobhan’s house too! I wonder if they have fairy lights and pink sofas in their kitchens the way Siobhan does? Probably they do! I hope some of them write me!
Notice the little bits and pieces, some of the English writing is still there, all the hearts, the captions, the watercolored underlines, the little arrows, are all still there. They took such good care! What a small world it is.♥
Here we are about to discover King Richard’s childhood castle, remember? And the arrows pointing to the castle ruins are still there! That Chinese lettering is so cute! If I would have been born in China I would have LOVED that handwriting. It’s like little pictures. They must all be artists over there!
Here’s the part in the book where I saw the Irish seagulls as the Queen Mary 2 passed under Ireland . . . in Chinese! I immediately sent a copy to the Thomas Crane Public Library because I was told they have a very large Chinese population in the Quincy (near Boston) area . . . it will be a surprise, I hope they like it!
And the rest of the books I kept. So far. I mean it’s only been a couple of days.
Oops, there’s one right now!
Look at that watercolored title! So my thought is that we might have a little east meets west as our second 
Giveaway, and include, with a signed copy of our rare Chinese Romance book, a canister of that delicious Gingerbread Tea I mentioned in the Willard, perfect for the season! So even if you can’t read Chinese, you can have a cup of tea and look at the pictures! So now when you leave a comment, you’ll be entered for Two Giveaways, not just one . . . there will be Two Lucky Winners. We just doubled the odds!
A LIFE SHARED IS A JOY DOUBLED. (OR QUADRUPLED, OR in the case of this Blog? MUCH MORE.)
All the books in both of these Giveaways can be personalized just the way you’d like, including the out-of-print Christmas from the Heart of the Home. Which means you might have some pretty good little gifts here ~ a mug and some fairy tales are always appreciated at the holidays!
And you might be asking, will we be selling the Chinese book in our web store? And the answer is, yes, kinda. We got a few of them, not very many, they are in our web store 
right now . . . but they are expensive which probably has something to do with our dollar and their (what is it? Yen?). Plus, they cost a LOT to ship them over . . . so we don’t figure we’ll run out of what we have too soon. But IF we do run out, and IF you don’t get one and IF you still want one, the new plan is that we will then take preorders so we 
know how many to get, and do a one-time purchase just for our Blog Girls. We’re not going to carry this book because of the cost, which is something around $40 each, but check it out if you think it’s something you might want to have. I don’t think there will be too many of them here in America, and they can always be an interesting conversation piece!
So now, let’s change the subject and do a little
Shall we? With Mas Musica? Oui! I’ve always just naturally gathered healthful winter fat to protect myself against wolves and starvation in the freezing cold, but already 
this year, from all the sitting, I’m afraid I could feed an entire wolf pack all by myself. So I’m looking to get a little healthier so that when I finish Martha’s Vineyard, Isle of Dreams (BTW, that’s a new little piece of art I did for the book yesterday ~ of me, ←on the plane, landing in Boston, singing my fear song ~ it’s dawn outside that window, on a very stormy day ~ but I digress big time), I can go out on the road and you will still recognize me! So in the quest for that, I thought I’d give you Joe’s recipe for the most delicious, crunchy tender salmon steaks in the world!
And just in case you’d like to make this, but good salmon is hard to come by in your neck of the woods, call Louie at the Net Result here on the Island (1-800-394-6071 and tell him Joey sent you) and he will overnight you the most delicious fresh fish imaginable, in a box also filled with Martha’s Vineyard sea air for which, believe it or not, he charges NOTHING ~ and they have everything, including oysters, clams, and Lobsters, fresh cod, and this delicious salmon.
The magic in well cooked salmon is in the crust! And no one does it better than Joe.
If I was the one making this, I would ask Louie to cut off the skin for me. But Joe knows just what he’s doing . . . gets his sharp little knife under there and wastes not a shred. You definitely want the skin off so you can make it crusty on both sides.
Then he rinses it in cold water and pats it very dry with paper towels.
And cuts it into steaks
which he liberally peppers and sprinkles sea salt over . .
He put the tiniest bit of olive oil in the pan — 2 tsp. — and heated it over high heat until, as he put it, the pan was “shimmering.” This is what a shimmering pan looks like.
He added the fish to the shimmering pan, with the skin-side up, he then salted and peppered that side. The salmon cooked, uncovered, over medium high heat for about eight minutes until they were toasty brown. For good browning, none of the pieces should be touching each other. And if you have a thinner piece, like we did, make sure it cooks for a shorter amount of time.
When he turned them over, they looked like this. Already I want to pick off a piece of the crunchy crust, that little piece hanging off the left end of the piece in the front would be perfect thank you.
But I didn’t have long to wait. Another four minutes on that other side, and voila! Once again, Joe B. Hall shows 
his cooking genius, totally up to the magic.♥ Tender in the middle, crisp on the outside, healthy all over! Serve it with a squeeze of lemon and a crisp green salad and you will go to bed laughing at how healthy you are.
Alrighty then! I’ve now managed to swallow up a large chunk of your busy day! I hope I’m satisfied. I COULD actually go on! I have tablescapes to show you, light and shadows, quilts! Oh yes, there will be more.
OK, I hear you, but one more thing, please don’t worry if you haven’t gotten your Willard yet, they take four days 
to all go out, if you’ve signed up, but haven’t gotten yours by Saturday, let us know ~ be sure to check your spam folder first.) ~ And be SURE to leave a comment at the bottom of this post (click on those tiniest letters that say comment) so you’ll be entered in the drawing for the GiveAways!
Oops, one more thing ~ I found this wonderful photograph I thought you might like to use as a screen saver for the season. Just click there. We’ll put it up in the web store under “Free Stuff” soon along with lots more festive things for the season ~ it’s that time of year!
Isn’t it gorgeous? We were just there a few months back ~ it’s Louisa May Alcott’s House, Orchard House, in the snow. So, romantic. Can’t you just see her and her sisters throwing snowballs in their long skirts? I’ll leave you (finally, whew!) with that lovely thought. Enjoy your day Girlfriends! God Bless our world, and especially beautiful Paris. ♥ XOXO
And don’t think I did this all by myself . . .
The ‘new’ book in Chinese is just lovely.
Thank you, Susan, for allowing us to be a part of your ‘Fairy Tale’ life.
A Blessed Thanksgiving to you and Joe.
I love salmon and now I want some to the store tomorrow.
I have put on some of that winter protection too and need to get it off.
Put me in for the give away how I would love to any one of those items.
Cathy
Always love seeing I have an email from you! Thanks for sharing!
Congratulations on the Chinese publication of A Fine Romance! Love how some of the English touches were retained and a beautiful rendering of the title in chinese.
a cuppa and your website always puts a smile on my face-thanks
A treasure filled with treasures. Oh Susan, I can just see you squealing with delight and petting each page as you turned them. Thank you for sharing the lovely photos. Joe’s salmon recipe will be written into my Susan Branch cookbook binder. Oh the joy. My Surprise Double Birthday Pie Party was a success. Now I am basking in the glow of the luncheon while resting my feet. This time I only baked 5 dessert pies and 2 meat pies. They were full and happy. Did I miss the post about your party, and were there pictures? Thank you for another delightful post. Love and bunny hugs, Shirley We pick up Little Katie the English Springer Spaniel puppy on Saturday. Our new family member. Goodness, I almost forgot, Happy Thanksgiving to all of you, including the kitties.
That salmon looks so good ,I am sure I will be doing that soon.Thanks for a chance to win those books I have the Chirstmas one but it would make a great gift. Happy Thanksgiving Susan and Joe
Congratulations! All of your books are so beautiful and inspiring! Thank you for all your work. You brighten many days and remind us all to stop and smell the roses. Please tell Joe thank you too. I live in Missouri and know two women who are from China. I am sure there are many others across the country. They will love it.
I spend almost as much time studying your penmanship and artwork as I do reading the books. Love it all!
The chinese copy of your book is so charming! It would be a real keepsake!
Congratulations on the publishing of your book in Chinese! It is lovely, and I agree that their lettering is like little pictures. If you ever travel to China on a book tour, I have a friend in Shanghai who would welcome you with open arms. Anxiously awaiting Willard!
Always a treat to find your email in my inbox. Please enter me in he drawing, would love to have the cookbook! Blessings to you for a wonderful thanksgiving.
May this Thanksgiving only be Bright and Giving
Can’t wait to receive my Willard! I’m planning on trying the salmon “a la Joe”. It looks delicious.
Thanks for all the exciting news! I am happy for you and us. Woo Hoo for the give away! Have a question – I use an iPad, not very tech savvy, the flowered background that is usually as a border on your blog posts is showing up all over behind the type and makes it very hard to read. Question is, did you set it up that way or did I do something wrong? This happened to me once before then the next blog post was back to normal. Thank you for any help you can give. xxoo
Try to refresh the page, it shouldn’t be like that.
Carol,
When my IPad starts acting wonky, I shut it down and turn it back on and it seems to be fine.
When the world feels dark and deary I am grateful to have your creative universe brighten my day. You keep me thinking like a young girl with big dreams and a belief that anything is possible. Happy Thanksgiving Susan and family!
Always a breath of fresh air to read your blogs. Thank you!
Love your posts! I always enjoy reading them and look forward to the next one!
I really love the Chinese version so quaint.
Good Tidings from Texas! Susan you are truly one of a kind, a kindred spirit, a blessing to all who know and follow you! Thank you for being you… we all are grateful to walk this path called life with someone who see’s life in such a special way. To share it your life with us and let us peek in. Thank you from the bottom of all our hearts! Dawn Jones
What a happy day! Love reading your blog and Willard. I can hardly wait for Isle of Dreams. It will be my birthday gift to myself. Thank you once again Susan, you are an inspiration to me.
How exciting to have your book printed in Chinese! Thank you for your wonderful blog, and Willard. I look forward every month to the special “Musica” and the darling pictures of your kitties. And of course, your artwork!
Happy Thanksgiving, and may you have a blessed Christmas, too.
A Willard and a new blog post all in the same day….how exciting…thanks from Texas.
happy thanksgiving Susan!
Hello Susan; I haven’t received my Willard yet, but it’s not Friday yet, so I won’t panic. I look forward to reading it, and hope it has some Christmas ideas in it. I’d love to be entered into the draw for the books and the mug. Thank you so much.
Let us all hope that those reading your book in China will see the differences and similarities in all women’s lives – our hopes and fears, joys and sorrows. The world might be a better place for all who read your lovely books!
Also my prayer. xoxo
The thought of your books coming to life on TV sounds wonderful!! I cannot wait to get your new book. I noticed on the map in your Willard that you will be stopping in Ct! Yipee!! Meeting you is on my bucket list 🙂
How adorable is the Chinese version?! Love the Irish Rhyme, the Christmas banner, and the Willard. Thank you, again, for brightening our day. ❤️
Susan, Congratulations for the new publishing of A Fine Romance!! It’s my go to
book for reminising my own travels through England. May the book sales increase
with this new addition! 🙂
Let us see a world at Peace for the holidays!
Oh I am loving the cooler weather here in California it finally feels like fall and we’ve had rain once a week for 3 weeks now!! Miracles happen! That Joy mug is on my Birthday list!
Oh, I just had dinner and my tummy is full, but still that salmon looks lovely! Guess what we’ll be having for dinner tomorrow night? (Although Utah salmon is definitely not quite the same as fresh, coastal salmon.) And a wonderful book in Chinese…how lovely! I’m sure you’re beaming from ear to ear 🙂
Thanks again for the uplifting messages. The salmon looks so good, even I could possibly, maybe do that! But, maybe not, Rannndy!! (My darling husband is the cook.)
Lovely. As always
Sitting here, drinking my cup of tea and enjoy reading your blog. How refreshing it is. Love your illustrations and that salmon looks delicious!! Enjoy everythig about “tea” – my daughter has a “tea blog” and I have been having summer garden teas for about 10 years now.
I just love when a new blogpost or Willard comes out…you’re so much fun!
Count me in! Congrats on the publishing of your book in Chinese, and how thoughtful of you to donate a copy to a library! Best wishes!
Thanks for such a wonderful post. I am reading A Fine Romance and love thinking of people in China enjoying it as I am. You deserve all the good things that come to you.
Can’t wait for the next book. Your blog posts always make my day! Thank you.
How wonderful to have your lovely book published in Chinese. I had a Chinese student in my K4 class last year and have her cousin is in my class this year, I would love to give your wonderful book to their family. Thank you for the opportunity to possibly do so.
Thank you so much, Susan!!! Today is my 30th birthday, and I was thinking earlier, “It would be GREAT if Susan wrote on her blog on my bday….” And you did!!!! Yaayyyyy!!! Thanks for your subconscious present!! You’re so inspiring… Thank you for all you do. 🙂
Cassandra <3
Happy 30th Cassandra xoxo
Greeting Susan,
Your beautiful, love-filled blog makes me smile each and every time I read it. Thank you for sharing so much of your life with us! Big congrats on the recent publication in Chinese. Many terrific opportunities on the horizon 🙂 Keep shining your bright light with the world. You bring happiness to all.
Best-
Lisa Marie
Chinese is fascinating! I love how they kept some of the English wording. I think the Chinese publication would be a wonderful addition to my collection of your books. I can’t wait for Willard to arrive!! So looking forward to it!!
I am sharing the love. I bought two copies of the Fairy Tale Girl. One for me,and one for a friend. I have lent out my copy of A Fine Romance several times. It is nice to relax with one of your books. I look forward to Martha’s Vineyard, Isle of Dreams. You are spreading wonderfulness around the world!
Oh how I love reading your news!!!
Your new book looks lovely! Even though I cannot read any Chinese, the books would still be a beauty to leaf through and look at the beautiful Chinese characters. And thanks for another generous giveaway!
Carol
It was long and lovely – great break in my day!
Thank you for your new Willard, just read through, with several cozy re-reads yet to come!
Susan,
Congratulations on your international romance story!
My daughter has played Jo March so that old tymey photo was very exciting to see. I hope to visit Orchard House sometime!
I have also pre-padded myself from the winter chill – via chocolate consumption.
I am ready for the Windy City to bring it!
Thank you for your continued creative musings!
(Read Liz Gilbert’s book Big Love-awesome.)
Jen Pen
I just ordered my book, and I’m hungry for salmon! I hope you know how you affect your girlfriends!
What a fun giveaway!
Reading books increases a person’s intelligence. Eureka! These NEW studies just kill me. LOL
I wish I could skin salmon like Joe! Good to know one can have it sent. When I move home I will get Whitefish and Walleye from Lake Michigan, rainbow trout from rivers and small lakes. And some other places, Bass.
Love the screen saver.
I am feeling so blessed at this Thanksgiving time. I was blessed when a bff gave me your book “Heart of the Home” many years ago. We have both shared the love for your art, wit and wisdom. I was excited to read my Willard tonight and then check out the Blog! Thanks for sharing with us all. Blessings to you and Joe, also, Merry Christmas and have a wonderful 2016! I am looking forward to “Martha’s Vineyard, Isle of Dreams” next year!
You are the first person to echo my sentiments about Chinese kanji being art. My mother and sister are excellent artists, but I can’t draw much more than a happy face. When I started studying Japanese, I finally felt like an artist, writing all the kanji. Many people stop studying Japanese after a year because it is just too hard, but I’ve kept at it for over 30 years just because I love the warm, happy feeling I get when I write it! I’m so happy to see your lovely book translated into Chinese. When it’s translated into Japanese, it will be a huge hit here for sure.
Janine, a new follower in Kyoto
Would be wonderful! xo
Always fun to sneak a peek into your life. You are also always so generous in the giveaways also.
Dearest Susan – you are JOY! Your spirit shines through all you do – thank you for being so, well, you. You are a gift – thank you!
I was just about to close my computer for the night, but then I checked my email and there was Willard … and now I’m so excited for you I may not get to sleep! That’s okay, though, because oh-my-gosh … Hollywood! And you know what, Sue? I think it will happen. It’s just too perfect to miss. I’m seeing you on the red carpet. This will most likely be sometime after your book tour in China. YOU GO GIRL!!! XOXO
At the end of the day, what a delight to read your thoughts.
I am just so Happy for you!
A wish from me to you and your family and friends for a Happy Thanksgiving!
I am thankful for you for providing a warm, safe place that I can go when I need to get away with my cup of tea, if only for a few minutes.
And, glad you have a ‘Susan’ (or two) in your life to do the same for you.
Love from Florida!
Hello Susan, I enjoyed your blog today, with so many wonderful things in it! My favorite was, as usual, Jack in front of the apples! My 17 year old cat, Francesca, would love to meet him. She is all black and very elegant. This evening when I opened my email, Willard was there. I thoroughly enjoyed that, too. Thanks for all of the blessing you sent today!
Warmly, Ann
Okay, I think that Zooey Deschanel should play you in the movie. And she sounds just like Doris Day on the She & Him Christmas album (The Christmas Waltz), so she’s probably a kindred spirit. Delia Ephron needs to be the screenwriter.
I also think you should try to get to Bloomsbury Books in Ashland, Or. It’s a Shakespearean festival town, so A Fine Romance fits right in.
I love her, her voice, and especially that song “what are you doing New Year’s Eve!” Also, a good director, Amy Heckerling. 🙂
Susan ..Thanks …immediately smiles happened to meeeee ..Willards here …yay (and it was good!) As was this blog toooo!!!!!
Congrats on your book getting published in Chinese…
Congrats on the up~coming book …the maybe “movie”….the book tour…and your giveaway(s) Joe’s sharing! Your trip across the pond ..Heys to Rachel(Hope you guys are able to have a ”visit” !! )
Happy Turkey Day !! Smiles and Sparkles …BLESSED BE TO EVERYBODY!!
You are making many Chinese women so happy. They may not know it yet, but they will soon!
I was putting off cooking dinner, reading your message, procrastinating, not sure how to cook tonight’s dish when–oh my!–your (Joe’s) recipe appeared that I can use, right now, as dinner is… salmon! Thank you for sharing your Chinese masterpiece AND solving my “how to cook tonight’s dinner” dilemma!
To receive both a blogpost and Willard in my inbox made today extra-special. My screen is beautifully saved and my toes have been tapping to your musica. Thanks for a real day-brightener!
Feeling the seasons through your musings. Love the book in Chinese-beautiful- still sweet, cozy, romantic- what a connection.
I love feeling like I am right there with you, taking your walk, traveling, cooking!!!
Willard brightened my wet and windy West Coast evening. I’m all cozy and warm in my house enjoying all your news. 2016 will be a wonderful year for you…congratulations! Thank you for the lovely giveaway.
I love the picture of Orchard House in the snow.
Happy Thanksgiving to you and Joe!
Your book looks great in Chinese , glad they stayed true to your style , started looking through
Previous books for recipes for the holiday , thanks , love the picture screen saver, I always look forward to your blogs
Dear Susan…I’m so proud of you and all your accomplishments! I’m still after you to write a children’s book though! Did you get the email from The Friends of Gladys Taber letting the friends know that they are renting the house in Southbury, CT for holiday stays? The family wants to remain in NYC and so they are renting the house. What an experience.
Love, Carol … tra la … my toes are cold tonight!
I would like to win!
Love Joe’s recepie for salmon!
I Bless the day I found your blog. Such beautiful thoughts. Gives me so much peace of mind.
How wonderful that the joy you make is spread across the earth in another language! You are such a blessing! God bless you both! I’ve already preordered your sequal to a Fine Romance! Your lovely words and beautiful artwork are a wonderful escape from life’s not so happy moments. Thank you, Susan. Blessings to you, Joe and the furry children.
Love that your book is now in Chinese. Beautifully done. Must try the salmon it looks scrumptious! Thanks for the fun Willard and all that you share with us.
Oh! Susan! I will cherish your Chinese edition if I’m so lucky to be chosen. The book is so charming to the eye, it makes me want to learn Chinese! I especially love the title on the dust jacket. With its ephemeral flourishes, it reminds me of Chinese banners flying gently in the wind!
Catherine L.
Thanks for sharing the beautiful photos of your book in Chinese, and your cooking inspirations! Always appreciate your lengthy and interesting blog posts!
I will try to secure a copy of your book in Chinese for my granddaughter. We were blessed to adopt her from China seven years ago, and though she is quite the American Girl now, we hope someday she learns her native language and teaches all of us! Thank you for the salmon recipe, thanks Joe, salmon is one of my favorites!
Loved this blog!!!
Forgive me but it has been difficult to read on this pretty background. I think I’m already subscribed to your blog but not sure, along with Willard and on Face Book. If not please add me to receive your blog posts. I’ve been following you for so long it’s hard to remember. I do enjoy reading your posts and look forward to each and every one. However I’ve not been one to leave a comment til now. I wish you the best with your new book. Hope the book tour is a tremendous success. Having your book published in Chinese is an honor I’m sure. Now they can enjoy your writing as we do. Thank you for all the work you do in keeping us in your wonderful writings. Best of luck with your sales as well. Someone is going to be very lucky to win your giveaway. It’s so kind of you to offer such a lovely prize package.
Sharing this with friends who work and live in China part of the year. And wanting some of that delicious salmon!
Inspiration! That’s what you are for all of us, Susan. You are such an inspiration! Thank you for another wonderful Willard! The blog about A Fine Romance being translated into Chinese was special too. My niece has been teaching English to second graders there for a few years. I bet they could help her read it in Chinese.
what a marvelous thing to have your book out in China! now they get to share the wonder of that very special book of yours!
You’re helping to put me in the holiday mood…thanks!
Love your blog Susan! And I’m big salmon fan too! I make it every week. We have a wonderful butcher who gets it in fresh and it is outstanding. I love to blacken it, but in the cooler months I love to marinate it in a mixture of soy sauce, maple syrup, garlic powder and black pepper and then when I go to bake it, I encrust the top with either pecans or walnuts and it is fabulous! Have a wonderful day!
WOW! What a great conversation today! I just had breakfast with my best friend, Lu, who just got back from a big trip to China with her husband and learned ALL KINDS of fun things about that amazing far-away land, and now I see my favorite book printed in that gorgeous language. What a lovely gift that would be for me to give to her over our next cup of tea (she brought back some very special tea to share with me!). Then I see Louise May Alcott’s house, surrounded by the beautiful snowy woods (expecting our first snow here this weekend – so it begins – time to curl up with a warm cuppa and a good book). To top it off, “our” precious Jack, who ALWAYS makes me smile and feel good inside. Thank you for making my day, Susan. Now, if I could just get Joe to make some of that salmon….Have a great night! Much love from northern Illinois! <3 🙂
Looking forward to Willard. I have just the friends in mind for two of your books if I’m lucky enough to have my name selected.
What a fun give away!! Hope you have a lovely Thanksgiving.
You ALWAYS brighten my day! ❤️
What joy your blogs and Willard always brings! The idea of a TV series sounds like a lot of fun!
HAPPY THANKSGIVING TO BOTH OF YOU AND YOUR KITTIES!
Thanks for the wonderful salmon recipe! I have ALL your cookbooks and have read your last 2 books and looking forward to your new book!
Love shopping in your on line store too! 🙂 Love when the packages are delivered!
Sandy Fox, Wichita KS
Fall is here and the trees are beautiful! It also feels like Winter is coming soon!
Love the book. The Chinese writing is so artistic. But I do so want the Christmas book. Always have, since the first time I saw it I thought it should sit on my coffee table at Christmastide. I want those Emma cups, too. And when Christmas comes I plan to sit all cozy in my jammies and listen to my favorite CDs of traditional English choirs while I drink tea or spicy cider (both, actually, at different times). I would love to have “Vanna” pick my name, but whether or not it happens life is such a blessing.
Your blog takes me to a magical place, and I love it! Your book in Chinese! How cool is that?
Thanks for the chance to enter your wonderful giveaway.
:o)
Is it just me or is Arf Arfy easier to read than it is to speak?
Another great Willard!
Just slow down and make each syllable like a word. Sar Fue. Sue 🙂
I am so impressed with your techno-savvy! Not even sure if I properly put Willard or your blog or something! To my news icon🤓Oh me. I hope I did because your writing and drawing and painting and personality bring me JOY☺️❤️🌸🐾🙋🏼
I love everything thing you do, say or touch! My role model! Haha!
Makes me think I should be keeping a journal. But it would never be as cute as yours I’m sure…
Hope I win! 😻
Susan,
It’s so hard to live a balanced life, practicing creativity takes time, and so does exercise. I find it so hard to pull myself away to lift weights, go on that walk when I’m in the middle of “creating”. So I’m glad Joe is taking good care of you.
And I’m so happy that the world…or at least the Chinese speakers–get to experience you in their native language. What a treat for them and for us! So glad you found a publisher that shows such care with your precious manuscript. I hope it’s a best seller in China.
Cheers!
Dear Susan, you always make my day a little brighter with your blog, Willard and Facebook posts! Being so close in age, we grew up with the same kind of life, yet different. I grew up in the Midwest (near Chicago, NW Indiana). A lot of the same memories, liking all the things you like, especially tea, teapots and tea cups. Thank you so much for all you bring into my life. Love, Susan
So much happy news, Susan!! I couldn’t wait to pre-order Isle of Dreams tonight! The title page is lovely. Rumi’s quotes always touch my heart! Just the thought of a movie makes my heart beat faster. It’s so wonderful to see all of the happy red dots on the book signing tour map. It looks like you might pass nearby!! (Please let me know if there are places I can contact on your behalf. I would be happy to help in any way!)
It’s so wonderful to think that new Girlfriends will be discovering you throughout China very soon. I’m sure that you will see more visitors from China on your blog stats. It’s really very exciting to have you as our very own ambassador of friendship and happiness!
There is so much to look forward to in 2016. 🙂 🙂
Happy painting!
Love,
Dawn (in Illinois)
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I use your Christmas book all the time, but would love to win one to give to a dear friend. (And I even have two other friends who read Chinese if I happen to win the other prize. ;-)) Congratulations on the movie option–I hope it happens for you!
Love the Chinese version, a real treasure. You are spreading the love all over this world. 🙂
Would love to try the tea! Beautiful book in Chinese!
We were in Paris for the first time in September! Wonderful city and people. Praying for them🗼.
Going to try the salmon! Can only imagine what a wonderful turkey you’ll have. Wishing you and Joe a warm & cozy Thanksgiving!
Would love to receive Christmas in The Heart of the Home. Lost my copy to a ravenous dog several years. Have followed you, Susan, for several years and love Heart of the Home.