tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-25600593141648808692024-03-13T07:41:46.642-07:00Rene Nightingale - StorytellerRene Nightingalehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14411545024367882644noreply@blogger.comBlogger27125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2560059314164880869.post-20930346153679938142013-10-25T23:17:00.002-07:002013-10-25T23:17:36.197-07:00Facebook Account Blocked?As usually I signed on to facebook and my account was blocked. Some foolishness about me not being who I am. Ummmm, who in their right mind would want to be me of all people lol. So I had to send in verification documents to prove my own identity. So I am now officially on my second day with no facebook access. I hope to see all of my Facebook family soon. Missing everyone already :( <br />
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I remember I stayed away from FB not of my own willpower years ago. At one point you couldn't make a facebook account without being in college. Now I was not only a member but I also have a college degree, so apparently they hate me lol.Rene Nightingalehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14411545024367882644noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2560059314164880869.post-7402962009533835622013-06-29T17:58:00.001-07:002013-06-29T17:58:28.903-07:00We connected on Goodreads?I just took the time out check out Goodreads and it is an awesome site. Lets connect on Goodreads, I would like to see what everyone is reading as well as your recommendations. Connect with me at <a href="http://www.goodreads.com/renenightingale" target="_blank">Rene's Goodreads Page</a>Rene Nightingalehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14411545024367882644noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2560059314164880869.post-7888885556143706042013-05-20T14:42:00.002-07:002013-05-20T14:42:25.152-07:00Currently working on book two in my Raina Series! I know it is kind of weird since I haven't even published the first book yet. Right now I am writing seriously while juggling school and family life together. If anyone know of an easy method to landing an agent, please feel free to contact me at renenightingale@gmail.com lol.Rene Nightingalehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14411545024367882644noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2560059314164880869.post-58385978992440453452013-04-13T23:48:00.000-07:002013-04-13T23:49:46.653-07:00‘Terra’s Wrath’ Blog Tour!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-weight: normal;">I was pick as a Blog Tour Stop by <a href="http://authormeakakyel.blogspot.ca/" target="_blank">Meaka Kyel</a> to spread the word about her newest book Terra's Wrath! <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">Okay the truth was I kept asking to be on the tour and she finally gave in! </span>Below you will find a synopsis as well as my
take on the book.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Oh did I forget to
mention you need to sign up to enter a chance to win an Ebook and Swag?<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-weight: normal;">I had the honor of receiving a copy of the book from the
very talented, beautiful, Canadian <a href="http://authormeakakyel.blogspot.ca/" target="_blank">Meaka Kyel!</a><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>From the start I was pulled into Gabby’s world and I never wanted to
leave. I try my best like so many other people to not think about the upcoming
Zombie Apocalypse, but after diving into Terra’s Wrath, I feel I am better
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<span style="font-weight: normal;">The action had me turning pages questioning who will live to
make it to the next scene. The chemistry between Gabby and Lane was
amazing.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Everything that was going on
around them just drove the two of them closer. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>One thing I learned after reading Terra’s
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<span style="font-weight: normal;">I give it a 5 stars!</span></div>
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<b><span style="font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Title: Terra's Wrath<br />Author: Meaka Kyel<br />Release Date: January 15th 2013<br />Publisher: Self Published<br />Source: Received from the author for an honest review</span></span></b><br />
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Freak storms, changing climates… they’re all proof
that global warming is starting to change our planet. It was only a
matter of time before Mother Nature got upset with the damage we were
causing. What we never could have anticipated, was how she was planning
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Prologue</div>
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My arm hurts. Seriously. It hurts a lot. Or maybe the best way to
describe it is burn. It burns. I reach down without thinking about it,
trying to pull the edge of the bandage down so it completely covers the
gash in my forearm. The pain is like a paper cut; but like I’d slid
the entire five hundred sheets of paper in the pack across my arm.
Being thrown into a power pole and sliding down one of the thick metal
wires that helped keep it straight could do that to a girl. It’s a
miracle I hadn’t broken anything. Now that the excitement is finally at
an end, it occurs to me that I’d kill for a tube of Polysporin right
now. My arm isn’t infected; I make sure to clean it a few times a day,
but there’s that one kind, the kids’ one, that has a pain killer in
it. It would have been nice to just take the edge off.<br />
I look around the living room of the little house we’d been living
in. The whole place is cute. Cozy. Whoever had lived here had taken
care of the place. Of course, now, it’s covered in a layer of dust, the
windows are all broken, and some of the furniture has been destroyed.
There’s no more power, well, no more anything anymore, really. No
phones, no radios, no computers. No cash machines, no jobs, well, you
get the point.<br />
There’s a groan from the lump under the sheet on the couch and I make
my way over to it. The dark blue sheet slips to reveal a mess of blond
hair falling over a pale face. I frown. Max is usually a shade
lighter than everyone else, but this is extreme even for him. It was
one of the reasons I’d thought him to be about fourteen the first time
I’d seen him. It makes him look younger than his nineteen years. I
press my lips to his forehead to check for a fever and brush his hair
back with a sigh of relief when I can’t feel any.<br />
A glint of sunlight on something metallic catches my eye through one
of the shattered windows and I go to stand on the front porch. The
first thing I see is a German Shepherd loping towards me. I recognize
the tattered white t-shirt and bloodied jeans as they ride over the next
hill on a little bay mare. I know that as he gets closer I’ll be able
to see the swollen left eye, the cut on his left leg. I lean against
one of the railings, ignoring the protesting my stiff and sore muscles
are doing, and watch with a small smile.<br />
It feels good to smile. The past year hasn’t given us many reasons to do so.<br />
Lane slides out of the saddle and sits beside me on the steps while Bella drops her head to graze.<br />
“It’s warm, but it’s still beer.” He grins and hands me a can of Canadian.<br />
“Where the hell did you manage to find these?” I tap the top with my
fingernail to get rid of any fizz that might have occurred do to
traveling on horseback. I am not wasting one drop of this beer. Both
of our cans crack open with a satisfying ‘pshh’.<br />
His grin widens. “Just drink the beer.”<br />
I take a long swallow and I know he’s watching me because it’s what
he’s done since we were five. The beer is hot and bitter because of it,
but I don’t care. I down half the can and sigh.<br />
Lane tucks some unruly red hair behind my ear and turns my face
gently so he can press his lips to my forehead. He pulls back and
smiles softly.<br />
“Happy birthday.”<br />
I blink. A year. I have to admit that I was just reaching for a
ball park figure when I told you the past year had been rough. God, who
am I kidding? You’ve probably figured out that rough doesn’t come
close to covering it. It’s hard to keep track of time since the seasons
don’t exist anymore. It’s supposed to be winter right now. Winter in
Canada means freezing temperatures and snow, yet I’m walking around in
capris and a tank top. I honestly have no idea what day, let alone what
month it is. But Lane knows. Today is January fifteenth. Last
January fifteenth, I turned thirty-two and life as me and the rest of
the world’s population knew it went to shit. Complete shit.<br />
I lean against Lane and he wraps one of those strong arms around me,
careful of the gash on mine. Maybe I’d better start at the beginning.
You’re probably wondering what the hell happened, who I am, where I am,
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Rene Nightingalehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14411545024367882644noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2560059314164880869.post-68173757697384439042012-09-03T08:08:00.002-07:002012-09-03T08:08:31.042-07:00Labor Day PostYou know what? This time last year I was jobless, and the year before last I was jobless, but I still have the strength to smile and laugh. I have wonderful family (which I call many names besides wonderful).<br />
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I am still writing and before the end of this year, I will have a book with my name on it! Unless the world really ends in December 2012. This is crazy talk I tell ya!<br /><br />If you haven't already go and like my facebook page: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/pages/Raina-Hearts-Intertwined/140913602646560">https://www.facebook.com/pages/Raina-Hearts-Intertwined/140913602646560</a><br />
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<br />Rene Nightingalehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14411545024367882644noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2560059314164880869.post-1221567152950473932012-04-12T20:30:00.000-07:002012-04-12T20:30:56.806-07:00Website up by 4/14/2012!I know I've been missing in action these few months. I've been busy working on book 2 and other writing projects. Finally got good help and will have website up by this Sunday! My first book is schedule to be release July 15, 2012! It is presently being fine tuned. Thank you all for so much patience! Rene Nightingalehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14411545024367882644noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2560059314164880869.post-15442694839478219692012-02-10T21:18:00.000-08:002012-02-10T21:18:39.806-08:00Time for help!It is Saturday and guess what? Site still not up! As you know by now if you come to Renenightingale.com you will be directed to my blog. I've decided to get professional help to complete my website. There comes a time when a person have to venture out and get the help they need. Right now I need help and I have found the right person to help me. <br />
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<b>Updates</b><br />
<ul><li>Currently a new book cover is being designed. I hope to be revealing it soon as it is finalized. </li>
<li>Awaiting my final edits to be returned.</li>
<li>Presently working on book 2 in the Raina series.</li>
</ul>Rene Nightingalehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14411545024367882644noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2560059314164880869.post-48320857930107098862012-02-05T19:40:00.000-08:002012-02-05T19:40:47.777-08:00Ups and downs!Trying to do everything myself is a pain in the you know what... I will have the new site up and running by this Saturday! I've been swamped with day to day things, but as you know we all experience such things in this profession. Hmmm... This is the first time I've used profession to describe what I do. Every day is a new struggles and new lessons to learn, but that is part of my craft and I accept it. Well enough of this boring stuff, my final edits is done and I am awaiting the final polished work of art to be returned to me in a few weeks. Yes I referred to my book as a work of art! If you don't believe highly of your work, then why should others? Rene Nightingalehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14411545024367882644noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2560059314164880869.post-58420109557686295962012-01-16T12:38:00.000-08:002012-01-16T12:38:17.392-08:00Update Letter!Dear Friends/Fans/Family/Weirdos like me: <br />
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I've been away from the blogging thing for some time now, but I've come back with updates. This week I will be receving my final edits for review and I am so excited! The changes I made to roll out a new website should (God willing) be ready by this Sunday. Don't worry the website will be easy to remember. www.renenightingale.com Oh if you don't know to spell my name by now, shame on you! Still the Jealousy vampire continues to bite me harder every day. Many of my frends/sisters/brothers have been releasing books left and right and I've have been left in the dust, but this year I will try to catch up! Don't forget this Friday a new Underworld Movie! <br />
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Currently awaiting responses from my 1,001 query letters I sent out! Rene Nightingalehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14411545024367882644noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2560059314164880869.post-10031634182231773462012-01-01T20:28:00.000-08:002012-01-01T20:28:59.378-08:00Happy Birthday Everyone/ 2012 Wish ListOkay, I know it should be Happy New Years, but I didn't feel like changing it back after seeing the typo! This is my first post of the year and I have so many resolutions/wishes. I am going to share my top 5.<br />
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1: Become a published writer/storyteller/author(blah).<br />
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2: Put my book on the table as a conversation piece. Oh that right there? I wrote that.<br />
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3: Get in shape. To be honest, I don't think that is going to happen but that's the reason its on the wish list!<br />
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4: Go to a convention so I can get autographs from as many famous people as I can. Then I will sell it as a collection!<br />
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5: My last wish is to improve in any way possible even though I am perfect (yeah right!). This include spending more time with the family, friends, etc.<br />
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What are your 5 Top Wishes for 2012?Rene Nightingalehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14411545024367882644noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2560059314164880869.post-35092236077314558912011-11-22T15:32:00.000-08:002011-11-22T15:32:31.224-08:00Where do you stand on fanfiction?While Surfing the internet I noticed a few debates between authors and fans regarding fanfiction. I’ve always thought of fanfiction as the ultimate tribute to an author or story. Think about it for a second… Your dreams, thoughts, ideas are now affecting another individual’s imagination. Out of all the things to think about, they are thinking about your work, your ideas, being a part of your world. To me that is amazing! <br />
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The story doesn’t end with the final stroke of your pen or keyboard. Now if your work is being used for monetary gain by someone else, then that I am against 100%. Well I guess each to their own. <br />
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Take a look at the picture below and notice the black and white pencil drawing. It was done by a 14 year old who created the cat character to fight the heroes of a popular cartoon show called Adventure Time. <br />
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The kid's name Gunnar Gilmore of Orange City had his picture sent to the cartoon network studio. The creators of adventures time loved it so much, that they placed the character in the cartoon show. Now what if the studio had sent this kid cease and desist letter? He did after all use a character that was not created by him and placed it in a fanfiction picture. I loved when this cartoon was advertised on the air as fanfiction comes to life. Because the child did not receive a cease and desist letter, but had his creation added to the show he loved, I could imagine that was a dream come true for him. Now the cartoon network is being flooded with thousands of pictures from kids who are interested in getting their characters on the show. I thought everyone was a child at heart. A child can dream can’t they?<br />
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So I am wondering, where do you stand on fanfiction?Rene Nightingalehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14411545024367882644noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2560059314164880869.post-69785093711015176612011-11-10T16:38:00.000-08:002011-11-10T16:58:41.498-08:00First book is being edited!Anyone that knows me personally knows I hate editing with a passion! That is something that I am working on because it is part of writing. My first book "Raina: Intertwined Hearts" has been sent out to be edited by professionals and will be returned to me by next month. Right now I am currently working on book two and I can't find the words to express how it feels to actually see things moving forward.<br />
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As a writer I am growing with each passing day. I know I will continue to have errors and misuse words but that is something I am working on. I just want to say thanks for following and I am not going anywhere for a long time. This weekend I am promising that I will be more active on the social networks and to the blogs I follow. God bless you all for reading!<br />
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Excerpt from first book:<br />
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http://renenightingale.blogspot.com/2011/05/raina-hearts-intertwined-sample.htmlRene Nightingalehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14411545024367882644noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2560059314164880869.post-41158255452337274782011-11-10T16:33:00.000-08:002011-11-10T16:33:06.267-08:00Major update coming!I would like to thank the 52 followers I have! I know it has been a long time since I've done an update and I apologize. In the next two weeks I will be updating to make the page more professional and more and more pleasant on the eyes. Right now it is gloomy even though I am using my favorite colors. Rene Nightingalehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14411545024367882644noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2560059314164880869.post-13399933123537361072011-09-16T06:32:00.000-07:002011-09-16T06:32:42.988-07:00The passing of time?Well I know it has been a long time my beloved friends and family (even the crazy ones!). One thing that came to mind and it was how do you properly established time in a story? I know it is a strange question, but are there any particular rules that you followed while writing in order to stay within a certain timeline?<br />
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Personally I started to use page count to monitor hours/days passing by. This however forced me to page count and it took the fun out writing. Now I just write and let the changes in the environment reflect time passing. I am also planning to do this using seasons as well. <br />
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So do you all have a certain method/rule/trick that you use to show the passing of time?<br />
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Also this week I will be giving out The Liebster Blog award to 5 of my followers!Rene Nightingalehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14411545024367882644noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2560059314164880869.post-53416559789005665712011-07-30T15:08:00.000-07:002011-07-30T15:08:01.648-07:00What is your writing space like?I often hear authors complain about not having peace and quiet in their writing space (workplace). I've never actually thought about my surroundings when I write. As many of you should know by now I suffer from A.D.H.D. I am all over the place. But my workspace can't be quiet. I need music, television, or even someone around me while I write. Don't get me wrong, I can write in complete silence, but the best comes out when I have other things around me. <br />
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So tell me what is your writing space/workplace like?Rene Nightingalehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14411545024367882644noreply@blogger.com11tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2560059314164880869.post-18340248653025675252011-07-09T12:49:00.001-07:002011-07-09T12:49:22.453-07:00What Motivates You To Write?Only one question keeps coming to mind every time I hold a pen in my hand, or I sit down in front of that empty screen. What motivates me to write? I can easily say it is fun, I love to do it, I want to be published, etc… My motivation is to just get the stories and people out of my head. Yes, I am sick of having stories in my head that only I know about. I want others to spread the stories I daydream about. <br />
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I never knew there was so much power in a writer’s hands. One can make it rain, make it snow, or make it rain food from the sky. We have so many choices at our disposal. At times I do feel overwhelm. It’s a challenge choosing a few ideas to put on paper. I do it because I want others to see what I see through my eyes. <br />
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So what motivates you to write?Rene Nightingalehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14411545024367882644noreply@blogger.com14tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2560059314164880869.post-50568486594380658112011-07-05T08:01:00.000-07:002011-07-05T08:01:59.945-07:00Missing you so much!I will be off the internet for a few days. Hopefully I will be back by Saturday to update my blog. I apologize for neglecting my blogging responsibilities :P<br />
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I appreciate everyone that follows me and takes the time to look through my craziness. <br />
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Just know that even though I don't post a comment on your blogs, I read all updates. And yes I have wayyyyy too much time on my hands lol. Love all your talented and wonderful people, and I hope to see you real soon. <br />
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I am making great progress with my current novel and I will update you all really soon. I am hoping (fingers crossed) to release it by Halloween.Rene Nightingalehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14411545024367882644noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2560059314164880869.post-68737241465924132052011-06-18T14:42:00.000-07:002011-06-18T14:42:09.870-07:00The Breakup LetterI got this great idea from my friend <a href="http://www.ljwrites.com/2011/06/breakup.html"> L.J.</a>! She wrote a Dear John type letter to Writer's Block, breaking up with it. Below is mines, but what would you write to Writer's Block?<br />
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My letter to Writer’s Block:<br />
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Dear Writer’s Block,<br />
I am going to be up front and tell you that me and you are done! The time we shared I could never forget in a million years. You were able to bring out the best of me on numerous occasions. For some reason you always liked being on top, but I did everything in my power to change positions. Looking down into your eyes from above, brought me to level of pleasure I’ve never experienced in my life. I was doing things I never knew I could do. I want to confess that you were my first roadblock on my path of success. I became addicted to you, and you were drug of choice. Over the years, you have kept returning to me and I was there with open arms ready to embrace you. I was a fool in love with the excitement you brought into my life. I didn’t want to stand on my own two feet because I was depending on you to challenge me once again. <br />
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You knew very well what kind of person I was before you got with me. I was jealous of everyone who had you when you were not with me. I knew the things you could do to a person and I envied them. I noticed when your other lovers had gotten over you; they were more confident and brilliant than ever before. They made me remember our first time together and it made me longing for your return.<br />
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Even when I first got over losing you the millionth time, I entertained the thought of you coming back into my life. You reminded me of that Beyonce song “irreplaceable”. The lyric of that song describes how I am happy you are no longer with me. I have new lovers in my life and they are inspiring, creative and show me nothing but unconditional love. I sing these two verses from the song in memory of you: <br />
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To the left, to the left<br />
To the left, to the left<br />
To the left, to the left<br />
Everything you own in the box to the left<br />
To the left, to the left<br />
Don't you ever for a second get to thinking you're irreplaceable<br />
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You must not know 'bout me<br />
You must not know 'bout me<br />
I can have another you in a minute<br />
Matter fact he'll be here in a minute, baby<br />
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Good bye forever,<br />
R.N.<br />
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P.S. Its you with the problem, not me!Rene Nightingalehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14411545024367882644noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2560059314164880869.post-69728834701738203452011-06-14T07:25:00.000-07:002011-06-14T07:25:06.705-07:00Missing in Action?I haven't really posted anything for a few weeks now. Personal issues in life have been hindering me, but now I am finally back! <br />
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If you missed me, then be happy to see me again. If you didn't like me, please let me know so I can talk about you every chance I get. You know I love you!Rene Nightingalehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14411545024367882644noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2560059314164880869.post-42593169823187972172011-05-21T08:16:00.000-07:002011-05-21T08:34:53.395-07:00The Irresistibly Sweet Blog Award!I was given my first blogger award this week (The Irresistibly Sweet Blog Award) by the beautiful, talented and beloved <a href="http://authoraghoward.blogspot.com/">Anita Grace Howard! </a> <br />
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There are requirements for accepting the award. The most important one is that it must be passed on to others. The other rules are listed below the list of award winners I've chosen.<br />
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<a href="http://www.ljwrites.com/">L.J.</a><br />
<a href="http://lukysherman.blogspot.com//">L.A. Sherman </a><br />
<a href="http://www.robbibryant.blogspot.com/">Robbi Bryant </a><br />
<a href="http://catherinemesick.blogspot.com/">Catherine Mesick</a><br />
<a href="http://comicbookgrrl.wordpress.com/">comicbookgrrl </a><br />
<a href="http://thesassypiehole.blogspot.com/">Sassypiehole</a><br />
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And along with the strawberry goodness comes these original rules:<br />
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1. Thank and link to the person who nominated you.<br />
2. Share seven random facts about yourself.<br />
3. Pass the award along to 5 deserving blogging buddies.<br />
4. Contact those buddies to congratulate them<br />
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Replace #2 above with one sentence that best describes who you are. <br />
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Must give the award to at least 6 people instead of 5.<br />
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1. I was nominated by <a href="http://authoraghoward.blogspot.com/">Anita Grace Howard! </a> <br />
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I want to be called a storyteller. <br />
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I need to learn how to swim.<br />
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My kids are angels to everyone else, but little imps to me.<br />
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Don't really care for sports.<br />
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I really need to get a kindle.<br />
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Writing was always a hobby of mines.<br />
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I count the spouse as an extra kid in the house.<br />
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3. My list is above.<br />
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4. Everyone contacted.<br />
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Congratulations to all of the winners! More awards coming real soon! I am going to be honest, I don't like to visit any of your blogs, because it makes me feel like an amateur. Okay I said it, I am jealous of you all!Rene Nightingalehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14411545024367882644noreply@blogger.com13tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2560059314164880869.post-74899566692287115362011-05-16T19:53:00.000-07:002011-12-28T08:57:44.872-08:00Raina: Hearts Intertwined (Sample)As everyone expected from my cover, yes I am releasing a vampire novel expected to be released this Summer. I've decided to post a sample from the book. If you like it then hit the like button. Sorry at this time I can't locate the dislike button. Hope you enjoy.<br />
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<center>Sample from <i><bold>Raina: Hearts Intertwined By Rene Nightingale</bold></i><br />
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Raina Sanchez<br />
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There I was just staring up at the sky, and suddenly the warm blood trickling down my legs distracted me. I reached down slowly and touched above my knees. The blood was bright red, warm, wet, and sticky. Touching it gave me mixed feelings. I was disgusted and intrigued at the same time. The familiar pain I felt in my stomach signified it was that time of the month again. Sometimes it would last 3 to 7 days, but lately its been lasting two whole weeks. This was a monthly ritual that I never got used to having. Feelings of self-hatred and loathing came upon me again and I kneeled over in agonizing pain, accepting it. Some of my so-called days, I felt beautiful and alive but today was not one of them. It was a bad day and I felt ugly; I felt I was a monster and I was getting what monsters like me deserved. Painfully I screamed out at the top of the lungs, “Please God take the pain away!” Before I uttered the last word, tears started falling from my eyes. There I was, an unattractive, unwanted, unclean woman lying in a puddle of blood. If that was part of living than I truly had nothing to live for.<br />
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My pain was unimaginable. Every month the pain I experienced was more than just physical pain. The pain I felt was more emotional and spiritual. I felt like pulling my hair out from its roots. Anything I could think of to get my mind off the pain was a welcome distraction. With one hand, I quickly released my hair from its braid, allowing it to fall to the ground soaking in the pool of blood along with the rest of me. I gripped a handful of hair with one hand ready to start pulling it out to escape my hell for a brief moment. I screamed aloud, “No!” I told myself I refused to lose my mind at a time like this. I sat back and let my legs dangle over the mountain’s edge. I could see the forest below me. If I were to jump, it would probably be a 500-foot drop. Such a drop would be enough to kill any normal human being. Today was the day I would end this thing I called my life. No longer would I have to feel this way ever again.<br />
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I saw the Sun start to rise in the distance. Its light slowly moved across the forest floor below me. I thought about it and now it was the time to just jump. I stood up slowly and looked around the darkness that would soon fade away after my next step over the edge. It would be so easy if an angel would just come, take me away from this place, and end my suffering. The light of the sun slowly climbed up the mountain towards me.<br />
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I gained enough courage to take the step which would decide my fate. My entire body moved and I accepted the consequences of my action. My step was not forward but backwards. I reached down and picked up the body of my prey that still was alive. The wolf’s blood still dripped into the puddle it made earlier. I turned and entered my cave seconds before the sun light could reach me. <br />
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As the wolf lay whimpering in the corner of the cave, its eyes were filled with sadness and tears. So much blood went to waste outside of the cave and I still had the hunger upon me. The darkness surrounded me, and all I could focus on was the wolf’s heartbeat and its fear, which was calling out to me. This was another day that I had found the willpower to continue existing in this world. It is too bad that the wolf’s life would end that day. My fangs slowly started to descend from my upper jaw and my mind went blank. The beast’s fear and despair in its eyes dragged me into a state of ecstasy. With my fangs now fully erect, I bit down on the wolf’s neck as hard as I could. I heard the snapping sound of bones breaking within my mouth. I continued to drink from its sweet nectar until its beating heart stopped or the nectar no longer flowed, whatever came first. I didn't remember.<br />
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© Rene Nightingale 2011Rene Nightingalehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14411545024367882644noreply@blogger.com16tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2560059314164880869.post-84070359964113411472011-05-08T16:17:00.000-07:002011-05-08T16:17:12.446-07:00Mother's Day and Alone TimeBelieve it or not, I like to spend as much time as I can alone. When I look at myself I don't see an antisocial person, but I see a person who definitely knows the importance of alone time. One would think such talk would come from a loner. Don't get the wrong idea bout me! I enjoy spending time with family and friends just like the next person. But I am my own best friend. It been a few years since my mother went on to another place. I smile every time I think about how much she loved me. When I was sick she never left my bedside. She always pressured me to do the right things regardless of what she did herself. She was a great listener and always gave me the right advice. Even though most or sad when their parents move on, I am not. I am happy for the short time I had with her, and I am thankful she has left to join with the Lord. I will see her again so I am not sad at all. Happy Mother's Day all!Rene Nightingalehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14411545024367882644noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2560059314164880869.post-59206152979948068432011-05-03T06:25:00.000-07:002011-05-03T06:25:09.717-07:00Doubts On WritingToday started off as a great day, but as the day went by things changed. I have to sit down and evaluate my life. What do I want from writing? I don't care about fame or money, hell I don't even care if I never get published. What I do care about is telling a story to a person willing to listen. Stories can go on forever and that is what I want. When I am dead and buried, I would find truly happiness knowing my stories put a smile on someone's face.Rene Nightingalehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14411545024367882644noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2560059314164880869.post-67727223986712738342011-05-02T15:56:00.001-07:002011-05-02T15:56:48.639-07:00Born Free - Random PoetryBORN FREE<br />
By R. Nightingale<br />
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I was born free,<br />
no master or chains to hold me.<br />
Silence falls upon my ears,<br />
such freedom why the tears?<br />
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A desire to fill my emptiness,<br />
loneliness is my temptress.<br />
If I had one wish,<br />
it would be to feel death's kiss.<br />
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Full of pride, still dead inside,<br />
I question if I were still alive.<br />
Already I have truly died,<br />
without the Lord at my side.<br />
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I give my freedom away freely,<br />
for the Lord will dwell with me.<br />
Gladly I wear my chains,<br />
for the joy my master brings.<br />
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Sitting waiting to hear his call,<br />
my tears no longer fall.<br />
Truly a master and a friend,<br />
from the beginning to the end.Rene Nightingalehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14411545024367882644noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2560059314164880869.post-17224613983549607592011-04-28T18:36:00.000-07:002011-04-28T18:37:51.966-07:00Good times and bad times.I am a strong believer in the fact that all people will experience good times and bad times in life. But the question that rings in my head is "when is my good times going to come?" I have faith it will come my way. I know if all it takes is enough faith to equal a mustard seed, then I have more then enough.<br />
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Its very easy to forget the good things a person has going for themselves. I am blessed for waking up this morning and having a roof over my head. It seems I am already experiencing my good times. I am blessed!Rene Nightingalehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14411545024367882644noreply@blogger.com0