What are you anticipating? Inquiring minds would like to know!
Anticipation: Wordless Wednesday
by MarianBeaman | Oct 26, 2022 | blog, Family / Nostalgia, Travel, Uncategorized | 56 comments
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Good morning, Marian! I want to know what YOU’RE anticipating. 🙂
I’m mostly taking each moment as they come.
We’re supposed to get our flu vaccines and 4th COVID booster on Friday, so I’m anticipating a weekend of resting and watching horror movies. 🙂
Your weekend sounds like a little self-care + paying homage to Hallowe’en. When I get my flu vaccine shot this year, I’ll be sure NOT to get the pneumonia shot at the same time. The pharmacist okayed it, but I had a reaction I don’t want to repeat this year. Other than that: Viewing photos from our daughter and son-in-law’s recent trip to Italy, mostly Florence and Venice. Thanks for asking. . . and for being first commenter again, Merril. 😀
You’re welcome, Marian. Enjoy the photos! 😊
I am anticipating hearing from the agent who has my book. I am also anticipating your announcement of your book being done. 😊
This reply comes with my good wishes that you will hear nothing but good news from your agent. My book: Ending the muddle-middle, and in the hands of another editor. I anticipate lots more editing before I can pronounce the book “Done.” You’re kind to ask, L. Marie! 😀
I’m anticipating getting back to my novel-in-progress this morning! (I’ve left a building on fire.)
Thanks for taking the time to reply here, Liz. Now put that fire out! 😀
You’re welcome, Marian. Don’t worry–the fire has been out for about an hour, with no loss of life.
Well, that’s a relief! :-O
I’m anticipating healing from this cancer with this new treatment that they’re starting today. What I’m not looking forward to is the side affect’s that come with it. Yet I have to take the bad with the good.
I join you in prayers that your new treatment will help in the healing process. You know I have your name on my prayer card, so I can remember to pray for Jehovah Rapha to bring healing, Gloria. 😀
I’d also like to know what you’re anticipating. (I’m anticipating your coming book and know it takes time.) This morning, my anticipation is focused on my old dog Willow who seems to be stronger the last two days. She had a nasty reaction to a pain medicine used commonly with old dog arthritis, but she’s back on her feet and eating and drinking a little. I’m anticipating a few nights of deep sleep and then getting back to my Monarch book. Running a dog hospice takes lots of worry energy and requires lots of cleanup. She’s been the best friend, so she’s worth it.
The expression “dog hospice” makes me sad. Ever since I’ve known you, Willow has been your main doggie. Yes, get some deep sleep before you attempt any cerebral activity, which may be a nice change from the physical and emotional exertion of care-giving.
What I’m anticipating? Feedback from another round of edits in about a week. And, this weekend, a mini-family get-together on Hallowe’en–fun with food and costumes. Thanks for asking, Elaine! 😀
Marian — On the heels of your book release on February 14, 2023, I’m looking forward to the April 4th release of Impervious, the third book in the Sean McPherson series.
Your dates are pushing earlier, I see. I believe your last release, Iconoclast, was in May 2022. You are really cooking up hot stuff, mayhem and mystery, Laurie! Check out Laurie here: https://www.lauriebuchanan.com/ 😀
I am anticipating answers tomorrow, to complex questions on one of my health concerns. It may mean another surgery soon [that would be #3 in less than a year!]. But also anticipating the coming of fall and winter, to hunker down with my writing, and other creative endeavors, and the promise of renewal.
Oh, Ginger, may you realize the promise of renewal even as you await a doctor’s report. Waiting is hard, but we wait with hope. Hugs, my friend! 😀
I’m anticipating preaching a sermon this coming Sunday, on Solomon’s wisdom. At the end of the Tale of Solomon and Sheba. Retold by Sheldon Oberman.
Sorry, that should read: At the end of the sermon I’m reading a children’s book called The Wisdom Bird: A Tale of Solomon and Sheba. Retold by Sheldon Oberman
You have to appreciate a church that considers the needs of folks at both end of the age spectrum. And thanks for introducing me to a children’s book title I hadn’t heard of before. I feel the need of wisdom very often, especially today. Thanks so much, Elfrieda! 😀
I’m anticipating a visit from a dear friend from Canada. Always great to see folks from home.
I imagine you are bilingual by now, so it must feel great to see a familiar face and fall into the lingo of your native land. Enjoy! 😀
Hi Marian, I am anticipating lots of things. My December holiday in the UK, getting my two planned micro reads published for the RRBC challenge (one is too long so may not fit the criteria and just be a short story), Greg finishing his first year at University (already!) and Michael starting a new school next year.
You have many worthy goals here. After you get your micro-reads published, you can look forward to a Christmas holiday, maybe a Dickensian one, where you must have family and friends too. Your boys are growing up, and reaching their own goals now. You must be a proud mama too. Thanks for all the news, Robbie! 😀
I’m anticipating how many trick-or-treaters we’ll have on Monday. This is the first year since 2019 that Halloween is on again. Back then we had close to 200 kids but now… with the holiday on a Monday… who knows? How much candy should I buy, Marian?
I wonder if I’d send my kids out anymore, in these days. It’ll be interesting to hear how many you have.
My crystal ball sez, “Plan for 150.” But I dunno, Ally.
When you run out of candy, just turn off the lights, pull the shades, and call it a night! 😀
The key is a hint, I think. I’m struggling with a plot question so I’m anticipating the joy of a solution!
No one, except you, has commented on the key. You get extra points for noticing, Jacqui.
Last week I hit a snag too. Now I don’t remember what it was, but I guess I solved it. Maybe you’ll feel the same when you find a solution. I have high hopes that will happen very soon, maybe even tomorrow. Yay! 😀
More comfort. Good times with friends. An upcoming, extended adventure. Finishing your book by the end of the month (or so). 🙂
Good times ahead, my prediction, Liesbet. You and Mark have put so much time and effort into the SA adventure: It’s bound to unfold into a “best yet” experience.
The “or so” is okay with me. I know you are doing a thorough job, and I don’t want you to feel undue pressure. 😀
A very thorough job – on all accounts, haha.
I am anticipating the return of my son in 2 weeks(I won’t) have to cook every night…smile… a few days in Bangkok, tea tasting and shopping and then home to relax 🙂
You have fun times ahead. I wonder if your son likes to cook, or if you are looking forward to eating out in good restaurants in Bangkok. Tea always tastes better when you have a loved one to share it with. Thanks, Carol! 😀
He loves to cook and I’m a happy sous chef for him but when in Bangkok it eating out all the way…he has been in the UK for 9 months so we are all meeting in Bangkok for a few days before we go back home its Lily’s birthday and she wants to spend it in Bangkok so rather than Jay coming home we may as well meet him of the plane and then have few days there before he comes home here…I love the tea tasting sessions I come away always with new teas and the obligatory new teapot to brew them in …smile..
I’m happy to hear you have happy times with family planned in the Land of Smiles, in the capital city no less. 😀
I am anticipating seeing our son doing what he loves in a little over a week—coaching football. Since he lives more than 1,000 miles away, we typically only go to one home game per year. We also try to go to one road game, and this school is only four hours away from us.
One thing I have learned about parenting: even though our children are grown and out of the nest, we never stop being a dad (or, mom). I know you are proud of your son. Safe travels–happy times, Pete! 😀
What a magnificent question! I’m anticipating your blogs – always – and more info as you muddle with the middle. I’m anticipating my writing class tomorrow, when I’ve asked my students to write a witch’s incantation (which I’ve done and will post tomorrow) ;-0 ; I’m anticipating a trip to CA soon to visit our son and grandsons – always fun, exhausting, and full of visits with friends and walks along my happy places.
Just when I needed a pick-me-up this morning, your smiling face appears. I’d like to be a student in your class, always brimming with fresh ideas.
Do enjoy the trip to CA where you’ll catch up with family and friends. I’m guessing you can anticipate warmer weather there too, Pam! Thanks for catching me up with your “anticipations”! 😀
I am eagerly awaiting to see my personal essay appear in the 2022 Story Circle Network anthology series! The theme this year is “Seeing Through Their Eyes.” It will be available for download and in print on Amazon mid-November. 🙂 And I have to add THANK you Marian for sharing their information with me last spring!
I think you and your writing are a perfect fit for Story Circle Network. Their work is top-notch, and they offer so many opportunities for authors to showcase their work. SCN also has a blog “One Woman’s Day,” where short pieces are published, usually 350 words.
Congratulations on getting your work published there. In November, Kitchen Table Stories will be publishing three of my recipes, each with a story. We’ll look for each other’s publications soon. Very proud of you, Melanie! 😀
Thank you and congratulations to you too Marian! That’s wonderful that your work in Kitchen Table Stories will also be published in November. ♥
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Great image. I am anticipating the day the weight lessens off my chest, the weight of grief. <3
Oh, how I wish, wish, wish. I believe you are experiencing a fresh wave of grief right now. Even when the tide recedes, you will still mourn, because you loved so so deeply. Sometimes I play the “I what if. . . ” scenario in my head, but I have no idea. May hugs suffice for now. Do know that I care. ((( )))
Thank you Marian. And do not play out the what ifs, trust me, you cannot imagine, so live and enjoy every day. <3
You are absolutely right: I shouldn’t borrow trouble. Enjoy your weekend, Debby!
You too my friend. <3
Hi,
To be honest, I’m not missing a thing, and I’m not being arrogant because the fact that I am not missing a thing has to do with my perspective.
Shalom aleichem
Good afternoon, Pat. Your comment just jogged a memory for me about my not believing I had enough time to do the things I needed to get done. I reacted this way because I felt lack, that there was not “enough” in my time tank. A wise colleague came to me with the suggestion: “You have all the time you need to get the important things done.” I think this stance is not arrogant at all; it shows wisdom and respect for one’s gifts. You have a balanced perspective.
Thanks for tuning in here, much appreciated, Pat! Peace and joy to you too. 😀
I’m anticipating a restful weekend after a lot of work and travel!
Travel is tiresome; so it tapping the keys as you do here (and there) often. We both need a restful weekend. Thanks for checking in, Barbara! 😀
Anticipation of the first Christmas with our Granddaughter.
Cherryx
Oh, what a splendid thought: another generation around the Christmas tree! I’m so very happy for you, Cameron and family. 😀
Xx😘