Hey there!  I wanted to share some photos with you that will give you a bit of a clue about the book.  I looked at several stock photos and some were really good, but something was missing - the tree was not from North Carolina.  This tree is in our county and seemed to be a good spot to attempt to get an image on my own. I mean after all, this is a book about the story of four women from our great state and their journey.  So I found these four keys that I have had for years, not even sure where they came from, but they remind me of the skeleton keys that my grandmother used to have at her house.  I bet some of you may recall these old keys.  

So the hint, well there is one common key these four women have in life.  As a matter of fact, it surprised them to learn that they held the keys to unlock futures they never knew existed.  That is all for now - don't want to spoil your reading fun when the book comes out.  But can you see the significance of the purple ribbon? 

Take a look and for fun, you can even let me know which one is your favorite. 

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This are not edited as of yet as I am waiting for the publisher to weigh in on her thoughts before we spend time in that process.  By the way, if you know where I can find a willow tree, let me know.  I think I have started a new thing "Chasing willow trees".  I know the perfect one is out there for the book.  If you know where - speak up! 

We are getting closer to the editing process and while I wait, I am focusing on the cover and a website.  I admit, this is out of my realm of expertise.  So again, if you have thoughts or suggestions of services that I should look into - raise your hand please.

Until the next update - if you are still reading - thank you!  I appreciate the support.  

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