2. Casey of Elegant Musings posted an interview with me on her blog today! I have read Casey's blog daily for over three years now, and she is one of the most inspiring, beautiful and talented women I know. I am really honoured to appear on her blog with my goofy grin and general ramblings.
3. I went to Dallas yesterday! My knowledge of Dallas is based entirely on my knowledge of J.R. and Bobby Ewing (that is, nonexistent). I was travelling with a designer friend who is starting her own business making gorgeous vintage-inspired dresses (more information when it is all launched and official), and we spent the day surrounded by patterns, prototypes and one very shy cat called Killer who hid under the sofa for most of our visit.
We had lunch at a TexMex restaurant where I was served the largest Taco Salad in the world. Bigger than my head.
I also saw The Grassy Knoll from which a possible second shooter possibly shot President Kennedy (but probably didn't). It is exactly what it sounds like - a sloping patch of grass at the side of the road. I don't know what I expected, really. And on the way back from Dallas we stopped at a restaurant owned by Willie Nelson. It was out in the country and filled with wonderful, impressively bearded characters in Stetsons, string ties and dungarees who tipped their hats and said "Howdy, Ma'am," when I passed. This makes me very happy. I love Texas.
* I don't have a beard (yet. My hair is getting pretty unmanageable, so a beard may be next).
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I, for one, vote that you grow a beard. Also, that taco salad looks delish.
Oh yum... that salad looks so tasty. ;) I'm getting hungry just looking at it. lol.
Thanks so much for the link shout-out about the interview--and for answering all my nosy questions too! (You're making me blush too with your kind words about my blog! ;) Off to read Jess' review!
♥ Casey
HAHAHAHAHA! oh sounds like alot of fun. Glad that life throws up some great stuff every now and then!
I just read your interview on Elegant Musings. (I've been an avid reader of Casey's blog for eight months.) I am also a writer, having published a short story and a few poems. I have never, however, attempted publishing a novel. I was wondering if you had any suggestions as to finding a good publisher? Did you, for example, find an agent first?
Hi Cecilia
I've written several posts about finding an agent and publisher (and yes, I did find an agent first and I highly recommend that!) that you will find in the blog's sidebar - hope that helps! All the detailed information I know is there.
Andrea x
What a fun adventure! Good luck to your friend, I can't wait to see these amazing dresses!
"impressively bearded characters" might just be the best phrase i have ever heard!
xo.anna marie
ps. i'm beyond excited whenever i'm finally able to read your book!
Dallas is always an interesting get away! I seem to go a lot with the boyfriend but I never have stopped at the Willie Nelson restaurant. (it's always a discussion though...) It was lovely seeing you the other day!
Oooh I am so jealous! I wish I'd gotten to spend the day with you two! :-)
Can you give us a hint on how we can find your friend in Dallas? I have friends in Dallas who would LOVE to go to her shop.
A.M. - Her store isn't open yet (it will be online to start with) but I will make a big fanfare when it is, rest assured! :) She is actually based in Austin.
Really enjoyed all these interviews, Andrea and sending good wishes your way as well :)
I don't think I could go see the grassy knoll, it would upset me way to much, there is no way Kenndey was shot my Lee Harvey Oswald!
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