“Hey, Little One,” what’s up?”
“I’m just thinking how nice it is to be back on Thursday.”
“Yeah, now that dad has finished his book tour, we go back to normal.”
“That was some tour. How many stops did he have?”
“Let’s see. He had Twenty-six wonderful fellow writers who volunteered to host him.”
“He didn’t have to bribe anyone?”
“No. They all offered, and that is what makes the whole thing so special.”
“Well, now that we are back, what say we play?”
“Sounds good. What do you want to play?”
“Not so fast. I have to check this turf to make sure it is still the same.”
“We didn’t go anywhere. The turf should be the same. But, in fact, it was a virtual tour.”
“Well then, why don’t we thank everyone who helped Dad spread the word about his book.”
“Good idea, Little One. Here they are in order of appearance. (Left to right) The folks can click on their name and return to their post.
Pete Springer Chris Graham Mae Clair Stephen Geez
Harmony Kent Craig Boyack Beem Weeks Denise Finn
Marie Bailey Dan Antion Jan Sikes Staci Troilo
Gwen Plano Teri Polen Darlene Foster Noelle Granger
Keith Channing Joan Hall Annette Rochell Aben Marcia Meara
Geoff Le Pard Liz Gauffreau Lauren Scott Jaye Marie and Anita Dawes
Thank you all so much. I had a blast and hope you enjoyed it too. I know hosting takes work, and I am very grateful for your help.
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Thank you for sharing, Michael.
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Always a pleasure to me, John! xx Michael
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Welcome back to your ghostwriters, John! 🙂 Thanks for a great blog tour. I have missed some stops, but i will rework them asap. Best wishes, Michael
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Not to worry, Michael. I appreciate your support. No need to go back. 😁
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Congratulations to the tour, John! Also don’t worry, it’s always interesting to read different reviews. Best wishes, Michael
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Welcome back to your regular day, girls. So nice to see you! And no, Dad didn’t have to bribe anyone. I know I was happy to host. Sending you both ear scratches.
You had me chuckling with that bribe comment, John. Congratulations on a successful tour.
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Thank you, Miss Staci.We love ear scratches. Thank you for the good wishes too. 😁
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I got a kick from the bribe statement as well, Staci. John didn’t have to bribe me either!
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Thank you, again. Liz. 😊
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You’re welcome, John. 🙂
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Wow, no bribes! 😂 Lovely to see the girls back and enjoying their games after Dad’s tour. I’ve enjoyed stalking you around the web, John, and hope you get tons of sales and new readers. Hugs 💕🙂
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Thank you, Harmony. I loved being stalked as well. 🤣
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Welcome back to Thursday, you two! And congratulations to your dad for a great book tour!
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Thank you, Maggie. Always nice to get back to normal.
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Today’s post brought a smile. I suspect the girls experienced the tour but also got a few extra cuddles at the close of one, then another. Congratulations! Well done, John.
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Thank you, Gwen 😁
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Congrats on the tour.
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Thank you, Charles.
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All the hosts deserve a hand! They did a wonderful job!
Good to see you back, girls.
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Thank you, GP. 😁
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That was some tour, John – Congratulations 👍😃
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It was, Chris. Thank you for your help. 😁
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Great tour, John. I’m glad no bribes were offered. 🙂
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Ha ha ha. Thanks, Jill
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I’m sure you’re due a rest, or a celebratory beverage after touring. They wear me out. It was a good tour, though.
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Thank you, Craig. I like the beverage idea for sure. 😊
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Congratulations, John. It was a wonderful tour.
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Thank you, Karen.😁
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Great fun to support your dad, Lucy and Twiggy. I’m glad things are back to the old routine and the turf hasn’t gone anywhere. I hope you both get to enjoy some dad time today and help him relax. He deserves it! 🙂
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Thank you Miss Diana. We’ll make sure he relaxes after a couple of games of tug-o-war. 😁
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Ha ha ha. Sounds like a plan.
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😁 arf
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No bribes, lol! It was a pleasure to host you, John.
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Thank you, Teri. 😁
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Welcome back to Thursday, Lucy and Twiggy! (I’ll admit, I looked for you today.) Shall we ruckus??
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Good idea, Miss Liz. Start running and Lucy and I will pretend you are a fleeing gazelle.
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If only I had the gazelle’s elegance and grace; pretending will have to do.
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We respectfully disagree. 😁
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Aww, thank you, ladies.
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That was beautifully done. Kudos.
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Thank you, Pam. Was quite a tour.
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Switching to Saturday must have been havoc on Twiggy’s routine! Cheers to your promotion of others!
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Yes she feel better now. Thanks, Frank.
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Welcome back to Thursday, girls. Your dad is a kind and generous person. It was my pleasure to host him on the tour. (Watch out for pumas and water buffalo, Twiggy!)
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Thank you, Miss Joan. We are on it. 😁
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So nice to see you back where you belong. It was confusing for us regular folk (though we understood it and were so happy for your dad). You ladies came through no matter what day it was. It was a beautiful thing to see all these people come in and help out. Happy Thursday!
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It is a beautiful thing, Dale. This kind of generosity is what makes our blogging world so special. 😁
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It really is. It’s a beautiful, generous and supportive group!
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I agree, Dale.
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Hear Here!
Here’s to a wonderful post full of goodwill and good peeps.
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Thank you, Marc. Good will indeed.
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Great book tour, John. 🙂 It made me feel good to see your book getting attention at every stop on the tour. It might feel nice to get back to normal, but you sure had a heck of a tour, and managed to let us know how the girls were doing on occasion. Great job!
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Thank you, Tim. I appreciated your support on that trek as well.
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Welcome back! I hope the book is a huge success!
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Thank you, Deborah. 😁
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I recently finished taking The Last Drive, John. I also enjoyed Sam and James’ journey on the Eternal Road as well. A great pair of characters to spend time with. Congratulations on the book tour and best wishes for both books’ continued success.
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Thank you, Bruce. I appreciate your support.
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I was happy to help 🙂 Glad to see the girls back on Thursdays.
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Me too, Denise.
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Sooo happy to have Lucy and Twiggy back on Thursdays! I’ve missed you all. Not that the book tour wasn’t entertaining. And you’re very blessed to have so many wonderful blogging buddies to help with the promotion of your book!
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I am bless, Debbie. It was very rewarding. 😁
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It was a fun tour and I was happy to be part of it.
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I was happy you were too. Thanks, Darlene.
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Welcome back, John, Lucy, and Twiggy. Congrats on a great tour. Hugs.
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Thank you, Teagan. It is good to be back. Now all that laundry. Yuck. 😁
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So great to see the ladies back, and getting a thank you from them sends me over the moon. Scratches to their ears and treats!
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They love that, Noelle. 🤗
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Welcome back, you classy canines.
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Thank you, Hook.
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Way to go, John! Very impressive tour!
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Thank you for your help too, Pete.
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Good to see the dogs enjoying each other’s company. I saw after your recent cold snap that your temperatures were yoyoing back up to much warmer levels. Can’t you Texans figure out what you’re doing down there?🤣
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We have no idea, Pete. 🤣
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Wonderful book giving day, dear John! My congratulations! I’m glad Lucy & Twiggy were in the mission as well.🙃🙂🍤🍤🍤🍻
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Ye they wanted to help out too. Thanks, Maria. 😁
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😂😂😂Well…they are right, dear John. Dogs in need are dogs indeed.😉😉😉
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Ha ha ha.😁
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What a lovely post, Lucy and Twiggy. Please tell your dad that I was happy to help and no bribing was necessary. 🙂 I hope you both get lots of playtime with your dad.
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Awww, this sweet thank you from the girls warmed my heart! It was a pleasure to host you, John. Great story, by the way!
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It’s good to have the girls back where they belong. It was a great tour, John. Congrats!
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Thank you, Dan. it was a great tour for sure.
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That’s an impressive list of wonderful authors!
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It sure is. Thanks, Mark.
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Didn’t know you were back on Thursdays.
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The tour is over so back to normal.
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Makin’ a note. 🙂
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Another two years of normal.
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Very nice to see a writer who appreciates his team. It takes more than the author to get the book out there. Each of us helps in our own way. Keep pushing the reviews and links, everyone!
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Thank you, Traci
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Lucy and Twiggy,
How lovely of you to post all the bloggers who helped dad with the book tour. I didn’t go to all of the events, but I went to over a dozen.
Whew! I’m glad things are back to normal, too!
So, have either of you read the new book?
I’ll be reading it soon.
First I need to catch up a bit on a gown I’m making.
Take care, you gorgeous gals!
OH…a big hand for dad, and more!
OX 👏 OX 🤩 OX 🥰 OX
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Thank you, Miss Resa. We have trouble holding a Kindle or a book so sadly I must report neither Lucy or I have read any of his books. Don’t worry about reading Dad’s books.
He’s pretty okay knowing it takes time and does not require his friends to read his books either. In fact he is downright surprised when they do so as an old guy he is pretty mellow. Thaks for the good wishes and I’m sure Dad appreciated all your visits. I’ll pass the OX 👏🏻 OX 🤩 OX 🥰 OX to him.
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Thank you, darlings!
Woof ❤️Woof ❤️Woof ❤️Woof ❤️
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ARF ❤️ ARF ❤️ ARF ❤️ ARF ❤️ 🦴
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Love is in the air. Pleas give dad a bunch of sloppy kisses for me! Oh, and here’s some mop up sponges for him! 🧽🧽🧽🧽
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Nothing like affectionate puppies! OX 🧽
(Now you know why sponges compete for #1 spot over here…. mopping up doggie kisses!)
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Now I understand for sure.🐂 🐂 🐂 🐂 🐂 🐂 help .🐂 🐂 into number one.
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I dunno about today? It’s Valentines. Kisses and sponges lead the way!
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Okay. maybe tomorrow.💋💋💋💋💋🌺
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Wonderful, John. The girls did a fine job thanking everyone on your book tour. They must be happy things are back to normal.
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I think they are, Jennie. More time to play with them.
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Yes, indeed!
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many congrats & wishing you much success! I would be thrilled if you’d write something about it for a guest blog post for my site. Here’s the link for general guidelines: https://wp.me/p6OZAy-1eQ
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Thank you so much for the invitation. Are you thinking about touring or the puppies?
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lol now that’s an idea!
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Thank you for the link, Traci
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I am sure you are just as happy as the girls to be over your tour, John. They are great, but a lot of work. I’m glad your was such a great success.
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Thank you, Robbie.
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All the best for yr book, John! Great to hv our furry friends reminding you to thank people who hosted you 🙂
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They always keep me on my toes, Ankur. Thank you. 😁
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