by Julie Trettel | Apr 20, 2023 | ARC Shifters, Family, General, Westin Force Delta, Westin Pack
Where is the time going? I cannot believe I haven’t posted a blog this year. So hold on for all the catchup… First, a very, very belated happy new year! haha I truly hope yours has not been as crazy as mine. Personally it’s been a bit of a nightmare...
by Julie Trettel | Dec 11, 2022 | ARC Shifters, Books, Stories
Cut Scene (and unedited) Christmas at Kaitlyn’s Place Kaitlyn There was peace and comfort in the warmth by a fire while a blanket of white snow covered the ground outside. With the baby content and asleep at my breast after topping her off for her afternoon nap, I...
by Julie Trettel | Nov 24, 2022 | General
Happy Thanksgiving! I hope you and your family and friends are having a fantastic time together today. I’m celebrating this year with family. It’s been a while as we usually go to the beach with friends who are like family for Thanksgiving, but we’re...
by Julie Trettel | Nov 22, 2022 | Books, Stories, Westin Force
With the new house, my mate got the brilliant idea to host Thanksgiving, not just for our families who were coming in from Collier Pack, but also for my entire unit at Westin Force. Our home was large, but I wasn’t sure it was large enough for that many people. I...
by Julie Trettel | Nov 19, 2022 | General
I feel like I’m bombarding you guys with announcements this week, but I don’t want you to miss out if this is where you get your updates about me and my books. You’ve (hopefully) seen the new Merch Store, well, we’ve added a few things for the...
by Julie Trettel | Nov 17, 2022 | General
First, huge thanks to everyone who support the charity anthology One More Kiss! We raised a lot of money for Suicide Prevention Awareness and I’m really proud to have been a part of this anthology. However, One More Kiss is no longer available for purchase, but...
by Julie Trettel | Nov 15, 2022 | General
This one is time sensitive… November 13-17 ONLY you can download Confusing Hearts for FREE along with these other great books. Don’t miss out on this chance to stock your e-reader with some amazing Paranormal Romance books! Click the graphic or follow this...
by Julie Trettel | Sep 12, 2022 | General
Well, it’s been a while since I last posted around here. I ended up downsizing my summer work plans, but that doesn’t mean I wasn’t working at all. Actually I had tons going on this summer, so let’s go through and recap one step at a time....
by Julie Trettel | Jun 19, 2022 | Books, Stories, Westin Force
“What are you doing in here? It’s Sunday,” Tarron said. “Since when do we take Sundays off?” I barked back at him. “Still no babies?” Taylor asked. Grant chuckled. “That’s an affirmative.” He leaned down and kissed her before demanding another round as he spotted his...
by Julie Trettel | May 18, 2022 | ARC Shifters, Books
I’m behind on well, everything! But Hidden Promise, book 9 in my ARC Shifters series released last week. I know, Pete hasn’t appeared to be a prominent character in this series, and his mate, Sadie, is a brand new character, but do not let that delay you...
by Julie Trettel | Apr 1, 2022 | Books, Stories, Westin Force, Westin Pack
“But Oscar, you have to help us. It’s going to be epic!” “Zander, I’m not helping you prank the Pack. I don’t care that it’s April Fool’s Day. Your father would kill me.” “He’s not that bad,” Macie insisted. “I’m sure he won’t kill you. Punish, demote, toss in the...
by Julie Trettel | Mar 28, 2022 | Books, The Shifter Trials
The Shifter Trials is a passion project I have been working on for quite some time and I can finally share it with you! Four books by four authors all set in the same place as these shifters compete for best of the best in their breed or species. Think of The Shifter...
by Julie Trettel | Mar 24, 2022 | General
It’s been a big week and there are so many announcements and things to share. I’m going to have to break this up into more than one post. So first, there’s a new release and a new audiobook this week! Ravenden is now available as a solo book for the...
by Julie Trettel | Mar 17, 2022 | Books, Stories, Westin Pack
“What are you drinking, Patrick?” Jesse asked as I sat at the bar at the Crate. “Smithwick’s,” I replied. “Another?” “Keep ‘em coming.” I raised my almost empty bottle in a salute to him. “Hold that,” a strong voice said from behind me. I looked up to see Kyle Westin...
by Julie Trettel | Feb 23, 2022 | General
It’s another NEW RELEASE!!! If you’re keeping count this is my third release of 2022 (not counting the audiobook release of Collision Course) I’m not sure what I was thinking when I set this schedule, but I did it! Almost… there’s still...
by Julie Trettel | Feb 17, 2022 | General
Forgotten Promise is now available in Amazon on ebook and paperback. And free with KindleUnlimited. BUY NOW: mybook.to/ARC8 And for a limited time only (Feb 16-18) you can download Pack’s Promise for FREE! DOWNLOAD NOW: mybook.to/PacksPromise Fall back in love...
by Julie Trettel | Jan 27, 2022 | General
I am so excited to finally share this book with you all! I truly hope you enjoy this epic conclusion to Westin Force. Buy your copy here or read for free with Kindle Unlimited –> mybook.to/WestinForce6 And then…. Check out these awesome new releases and...
by Julie Trettel | Jan 13, 2022 | General
In the next six weeks I’ll be releasing THREE (3) new books! Hope you are excited and ready for this. I’ve been working hard preparing Jake, Tyler, and Micah’s stories for you. When I originally set my 2022 schedule I did so knowing that February is...
by Julie Trettel | Jan 6, 2022 | General
Being a fulltime author comes with a lot of personal accountability, especially if you take the route of Self Publishing. Indie writers wear a lot of different hats: writing, editing, marketing, formatting, graphic designing, publishing, marketing, advertising, and...
by Julie Trettel | Jan 3, 2022 | General
It’s hard to believe 2022 is here. A new year it always cathartic and cleansing for me. I know there really isn’t much difference from year to year, but ringing in the New Year for me represents a clean slate, a time to refocus, reflect on what I’ve...
by Julie Trettel | Dec 20, 2021 | General
**Universal Link fixed! The Christmas season is full of surprises, gifts, and miracles. That what this little book has been for me. Surprise and Merry Christmas, it’s a new Lily and Thomas story just for you! Wishing you the very best Christmas and hoping this...
by Julie Trettel | Nov 7, 2021 | Books, Ravenden
The Diner 2 released October 29, 2021. This set contains my book, Ravenden.Ravenden is part of my Westin World.All new town. All new shifters… and they’re all witches.Lost in a strange new world, he’s her only hope to get back home.Gia is stuck in...
by Julie Trettel | Oct 1, 2021 | Books, Writing
I get asked this question often: Where do you get all of your ideas for these books? There’s really no easy way to answer this as story ideas come from all over and usually when I’m not seeking them. Often they come to me through dreams, like One True...
by Julie Trettel | Sep 22, 2021 | Books, Ravenden, Teasers
October 29th brings you a new project I’ve been working on alongside some pretty great authors. This has been such a fun project and I love working with each of these ladies: Heather Karn, Melanie Gilbert, SF Benson, and Kayla Lavallee to bring you The Diner 2....
by Julie Trettel | Sep 16, 2021 | ARC Shifters, Books
Whew! This summer was a busy one. I’ll catch you all up on that soon. Right now I wanted to give a heads up that I have a new book releasing today. Protected Promise is LIVE! Ever since Pack’s Promise when I first introduced Kaitlyn to the series you guys...
by Julie Trettel | Jul 28, 2021 | Westin Force
Adopt a wolf. Join a pack. Howl at the moon. We’ve got 6 freebies and 3 under-a-dollar deals on this Wolfish Wednesday. This includes FIERCE IMPACT. Fierce Impact is FREE for a limited time. This is a ONE DAY deal, so be sure to grab your copies of each of these...
by Julie Trettel | Jun 21, 2021 | General
Looking for some prime day deals? Well, you just found them. 17 of the best UF/PNR stories for only $0.99 each through tomorrow, June 22nd! Several of these stories have never been discounted! That includes. Can’t Be Love. Check out these deals now and one click...
by Julie Trettel | Jun 13, 2021 | ARC Shifters, Books, Teasers
It’s release week! Don’t Promise released the week. It is book 6 in my ARC Shifters series. You do not want to miss Holden and Marie’s story. mybook.to/ARC6 Small teaser… “This is happening really fast.”“I know.”“I can feel the bond literally...
by Julie Trettel | May 27, 2021 | ARC Shifters, Books, Events
Time to stock up those Kindles. DON’T MISS THIS! One day only. Fill your ereader with paranormal goodness. www.magicalromancereads.com Grab yours now because this deal will not last! If you have not read Pack’s Promise yet, be sure to grab it NOW. This book has...
by Julie Trettel | Apr 9, 2021 | Books, Westin Force
Today’s the day. Technical Threat has been set free. Now available on Amazon and FREE with KindleUnlimited. Not in the US? Here’s a universal link just for you: https://mybook.to/WestinForce4 Susan doesn’t believe in true mates, fairytales, or...
by Julie Trettel | Mar 6, 2021 | ARC Shifters, Books, Teasers
Have you noticed that www.julietrettel.com got a new makeover? I’m loving the new look. What do you think?The other big breaking news of the week, NEW PROMISE IS NOW LIVE!!!! If you are not in the US, use this universal link to find it in your store–>...
by Julie Trettel | Jan 21, 2021 | General
Because it just released exclusively in the New Year, New Boo set and you can grab your copy today for only 99 cents! This set is NOT in Kindle Unlimited, but it’s only 99 pennies! Not on Amazon.com? Find your store of choice here:...
by Julie Trettel | Jan 7, 2021 | Books, Westin Force
Happy New Year! I know it’s been a whirlwind of a year already and we’re only one week in, but I have some great news. Collision Course is now LIVE! If you are not in the US, you can use this universal link to take you right to your chosen marketplace:...
by Julie Trettel | Jan 4, 2021 | Indies Supporting Indies
ALL NEW RELEASE! Here’s the blurb… An ancient feud. Secret magic. Forbidden romance. Death puts a stop to all… or is it the cause? I’m an “abomination” — Dot Pearson, the fox-shifter fueled by black magic — and, as such, banned from Wolves Wood. In turn, the...
by Julie Trettel | Dec 26, 2020 | Books, Collier Pack, Teasers
It’s hard to believe this year is finally coming to an end. It’s been a crazy one and I know plenty are happy to say goodbye to 2020. I pray you and yours are safe and healthy and 2021 pours many blessings upon you. To close out this year, here’s a...
by Julie Trettel | Dec 21, 2020 | Indies Supporting Indies
Standalone Christmas novel in the First Blood world Here’s the blurb… With Christmas right around the corner, Eva Dunn can’t wait to go home for the holidays and leave Fourth Bunker behind for a few weeks. Yes, she’ll have to put up with her family’s continual...
by Julie Trettel | Dec 19, 2020 | Books, Collier Pack, Teasers
Today’s passage comes from Holiday Surprise. It’s not a very holiday-ish passage though. Oops. Still, I wish you all a very Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays this season. mybook.to/Collier6 “Ultimate Alpha is a battle to the death, Thomas. Killing you...
by Julie Trettel | Dec 17, 2020 | General
If you have ever wanted signed books by me, here’s your chance. https://forms.gle/sGHgn4Qn8UPJfrSq6Just fill out the form, I’ll send an invoice, and your books will be in the mail upon payment. It’s that simple. These make great Christmas gifts,...
by Julie Trettel | Dec 14, 2020 | Indies Supporting Indies
Hilarious Fun! Here’s the blurb… Maddie Reynolds is tired of the dating scene. There are too many frogs and not enough princes. Her brother found his happily ever after and she’s resigned to continue flying solo. Just when she thinks her sexy fire fighting neighbor,...
by Julie Trettel | Dec 12, 2020 | Books, Stones of Amaria, Teasers
While most of you know me as a paranormal romance writer, I do dabble in other genres too. Armstrong Academy that I cowrite with my daughter Bethany is scifi alien academy. Compounders is dystopian/post-apoc. And then there’s Stones of Amaria with my Fall of...
by Julie Trettel | Dec 7, 2020 | Indies Supporting Indies
BRAND NEW RELEASE! NEW SERIES! Here’s the blurb… Can true love between a vampire and werewolf break all barriers…even its prophetic curse? Brenna Callaghan is the daughter of the Callaghan werewolf alpha. Davin Laith is the true blood son of the Laith...
by Julie Trettel | Dec 5, 2020 | Books, Teasers, Westin Force
Today’s snippet comes from Fierce Impact, book 1 in my Westin Force series.mybook.to/WestinForce1 I was amazed at how easily Taylor and I had transitioned into mated life. It was far different than mating life which had been crazy and stressful. Now we seemed to...
by Julie Trettel | Nov 30, 2020 | Indies Supporting Indies
BRAND NEW RELEASE that goes towards a great cause.Special shout out to my girl, L.B. Carter. Here’s the blurb… Hungry for some blood-curdling action and adventure? Maybe even a little romance? This clan of talented authors is dying to bring you eleven vampy stories...
by Julie Trettel | Nov 28, 2020 | Books, Teasers, Westin Pack
Hope you all have a fantastic Thanksgiving. Despite all the obstacles and uncertainty of 2020, my family has much to be thankful for this year. Many blessings to you all. For today, here’s a little dinner chat snippet from One True Mate.mybook.to/Westin1 “Mmm,...
by Julie Trettel | Nov 23, 2020 | Indies Supporting Indies
Aidy wrote the whole first half of this book LIVE with her reader group. So much fun Here’s the blurb… This wolf is hungry…and he know just which thighs he wants to bite~ Aleksei is too damaged to fall in love or for anyone to love him. No brave wolftress would...
by Julie Trettel | Nov 21, 2020 | Books, Compounders, Teasers
This week, 11/24 to be exact, marks FIVE YEARS since my first book, Compounders, was published. This is an unfinished series, with the final book releasing in 2021 (more on this later). What’s out now doesn’t end on a drastic cliffhanger though, so...
by Julie Trettel | Nov 20, 2020 | Books, Westin Pack
All this week I’ve been running a sale on the Westin Pack Box Set. It usually retails for $19.99, but for a limited time only, you can get it the whole series, all 5 books for only $0.99!!! Maybe you’ve already read all of these books and don’t need...
by Julie Trettel | Nov 16, 2020 | Indies Supporting Indies
With this new release, Series is now Complete! Here’s the blurb… Sometimes the truth doesn’t set you free. After defeating my uncle and reclaiming the throne that had been stolen from me, I thought life would be easy. But fate had other plans in store. After my...
by Julie Trettel | Nov 14, 2020 | ARC Shifters, Books
This week I give you a snippet from iPromise, book 4 in my ARC Shifters series. mybook.to/ARC4 “I’m pretty sure those two could stay up all night quoting Twilight,” Chase complained, later that night. He left the room and came back a few minutes later. He tossed me...
by Julie Trettel | Nov 13, 2020 | ARC Shifters, Books, Collier Pack, Events, Stones of Amaria, Westin Force, Westin Pack
Ever wanted a personally autographed copy of your favorite book? If you said yes, swing over to FaceBook today and join me and some amazing other authors for the Stuff Your Stocking Virtual Book Signing Event TODAY ONLY! I’ll be posting after 2pm EST and you can...
by Julie Trettel | Nov 12, 2020 | Family, Travel
If you were following along this time last year then you know my daughters and I love to travel and cherish our roadtrips. This week we’re roadtripping it in the south. Our target states are: Alabama, Mississippi, and Louisiana. We began our journey on Tuesday...
by Julie Trettel | Nov 9, 2020 | Indies Supporting Indies
1st book in a 4 book series. Dragons, wolves, and witches. Lost sisters, and new families. Here’s the blurb… I’ve always had this desire to leave my hometown. Wanting something that I knew I would never find there.I made my way to Colorado, working with Wolf...
by Julie Trettel | Nov 7, 2020 | Books, Collier Pack, Teasers
I had to re-read Broken Chains this week for a little research (not telling why) so this week’s snippet comes from there. Enjoy!mybook.to/Collier4 She gave me a sexy smirk. “Well, you did say the bed was so big we could fit the whole family in it. You...
by Julie Trettel | Nov 2, 2020 | Indies Supporting Indies
BOOK 1 IN A COMPLETED SERIES! Here’s the blurb… Brock Hume is a lone hunter, and right now he’s hunting the most tempting prey he’s ever encountered through the early morning streets of Seattle. He really can’t help himself. Her scent...
by Julie Trettel | Oct 31, 2020 | Armstrong Academy, Books, Teasers
Today is Bethany’s 17th birthday so it only seems fitting to drop an Armstrong Academy excerpt as she is the brains behind this series. So I give you this snippet from Book 1, Louis and the Secrets of the Ring. Happy Halloween and Happy Birthday Bethany!...
by Julie Trettel | Oct 26, 2020 | Indies Supporting Indies
DRAGONS, WITCHES, AND GODDESSES – OH MY! Here’s the blurb… A tradition-loving dragon is the only one who believes me when I tell him about the visions that haunt me. But will he abandon his thunder and follow me through the darkness to save a...
by Julie Trettel | Oct 24, 2020 | ARC Shifters, Books, Teasers
Today is a random book choice with a random excerpt out of iPromise. This is book 4 in my ARC Shifter series, but like all my Paranormal Romance books, it can also be read as a standalone. mybook.to/ARC4 Jackson moved to stand in front of me and he took my face in his...
by Julie Trettel | Oct 19, 2020 | Indies Supporting Indies
ALL NEW RELEASE! NEW SERIES! Here’s the blurb… Redemption must be earned…or you lose your soul forever. Does fate like to give you the finger? I thought killing my parents would be enough for her but no, now she has plans for my new family—and me. All I...
by Julie Trettel | Oct 17, 2020 | Books, Teasers, Westin Force
This is it! Rising Storm releases in just 5 days! Here’s an excerpt for this week’s Saturday Snippet. mybook.to/WestinForce2 I was growing very attached to my mate and it still scared me some. I had enough work around the apartment to keep my day occupied...
by Julie Trettel | Oct 15, 2020 | Books, Teasers, Westin Force
It’s almost here. I hope you’re as excited as I am. Emma is unlike any character I’ve written before and I absolutely loved her. She compliments Painter in every way. I can’t wait for you to read their story. Emma has spent far more time in her...
by Julie Trettel | Oct 12, 2020 | Indies Supporting Indies
ALL NEW RELEASE COMING THIS WEEK! This is the 3rd book in The Four Houses series, but is a side-story from the main arc. It’s the perfect place for a UF/PNR reader to jump in and explore this new world. (Not to mention, there’s a sexy one-armed merc of a...
by Julie Trettel | Oct 10, 2020 | Books, Teasers, Westin Force
Rising Storm will be releasing soon so feels like a good time for an excerpt from book 1 in Westin Force, Fierce Impact. mybook.to/WestinForce1 I glared at him, praying he wouldn’t take this away from me. I needed the distraction, to focus on anything but her. He...
by Julie Trettel | Oct 5, 2020 | Indies Supporting Indies
ALL NEW RELEASE! NEW SERIES! Here’s the blurb… As future king, Ash’s destiny has always been to mate with a female dragon and rule over the clanBut fate has a funny way of screwing things upAfter Ash’s parents are murdered and their kingdom is destroyedAsh...
by Julie Trettel | Oct 3, 2020 | Books, Collier Pack, Teasers
For whatever reason Run Free in my Collier Pack series has been getting a lot of mentions lately, so let’s go with it. This is actually the entirety of Chapter 3. mybook.to/Collier2 I was so tired. I tried to open my eyes. I tried to lift my head off the cold...
by Julie Trettel | Sep 28, 2020 | Indies Supporting Indies
ALL NEW RELEASE! NEW SERIES! Here’s the blurb… The fae king once tried to break me, but now… I’m coming for him. After being exiled from the only home I’d ever known, I swore to never return. Instead, opting to start a new life offering my services to...
by Julie Trettel | Sep 26, 2020 | Books, Teasers, Westin Pack
Today marks 3 years since the release of Fighting Destiny, so it only seems fitting to make it my Saturday Snippet today,mybook.to/Westin2 “Elise,” he groaned against my mouth, making my whole body shiver. “We need to . . .” I silenced him, pushing him down onto a...
by Julie Trettel | Sep 21, 2020 | Indies Supporting Indies
WARNING: BINGE READING COULD ENSUEThe start of an addictive 10-book binge read with all types of shifters.Here’s the blurb… He’s on a mission to find missing shifters.She’s about to become one of them. Abandoned as a baby, Amber Allen has never known...
by Julie Trettel | Sep 19, 2020 | Books, Collier Pack, Teasers
Breathe Againmybook.to/Collier1 Cole swayed a little, grabbing hold of the edge of the counter just in time to steady himself. “What the hell?” he asked. “Cole, what’s wrong?” Mom asked him. He shook his head. “I don’t know. Just got a little dizzy and I feel sort of...
by Julie Trettel | Sep 18, 2020 | Books, Teasers, Westin Force
In case you missed it. Yesterday in my newsletter I sent out a teaser for Rising Storm. Let me take a second and introduce you to Emma. Emma isn’t like the other shifters in my world. She’s lived in her gorilla form a long time and has no plans to ever...
by Julie Trettel | Sep 14, 2020 | Indies Supporting Indies
In 2019 Heather Karn and I set forth to do something good with out blogs by helping spread the word on books we loved to read and sharing them with all of you. There was absolutely nothing in it for us, but it felt great to do something nice to help others. With so...
by Julie Trettel | Sep 12, 2020 | Books, Teasers, Westin Force
Fierce Impactmybook.to/WestinWorld1 “What the feck?” Patrick said. “I think we’re making it worse.” “Look, if I’m forced to calm him, no wolf in this room will be happy about it, but you, you can calm him without me having to intercede. His wolf just needs to know...
by Julie Trettel | Sep 11, 2020 | General
Yup, you read that correctly. My entire family is on day 5 of 14 days of quarantine due to Covid exposure. Don’t worry, so far none of us have shown any signs of sickness. The last time when the world seemed to shutdown, I was a mess and let it get to me...
by Julie Trettel | Jul 23, 2020 | General
The wait is over! Fierce Impact is now available on Amazon and free with Kindle Unlimited. Paperback is also available for purchase. I know, you are shocked that I actually did it. I finished this book in time to line up paperback with today’s release. Each new...
by Julie Trettel | Jul 8, 2020 | General
Here’s a small excerpt from Fierce Impact: a Westin Force Novel releasing July 23rd…. “Are you going to give me a name?” Kyle asked. “Come on, at least give me that much.” “Tanner,” I told him. “I doubt that’s true,” Kyle said. “Work with me here.” “T,”...
by Julie Trettel | Jul 7, 2020 | General
t’s been 18 months since I quit a good solid 24 year career in IT. When my kids were little James and I had the long talk about our future. He worked a commission based job and mine was a steady paycheck. We always knew we wanted one of us home with the kids and...
by Julie Trettel | Jun 4, 2020 | General
Here’s your first peek at the newest series in my paranormal world, Westin Force. Fierce Impact releases July 23rd. Pre-order your copy today! mybook.to/WestinForce1
by Julie Trettel | Jun 4, 2020 | General
I’m a little behind here as I’ve posted twice on Instagram already with this, but here we go…. New series. New book. Coming soon! And when I say “soon” I mean JULY! Yup, just that’s like next month. Full reveal coming tonight, so be...
by Julie Trettel | Jun 3, 2020 | General
Life got a little weird these last few months and regrettably I stepped away for a while for my own sanity. But I’m back and will give a proper update soon. Right now I have some exciting news to share. There’s a new book in the making and it’s...
by Julie Trettel | Apr 14, 2020 | General
I took off the weekend, and planned to catch up yesterday, but woke up to a loud boom and no power. A tree fell on the transformer and we were out of power for much of the day. No worries, all is fine and we were only up about half a day. We didn’t even get to...
by Julie Trettel | Apr 11, 2020 | General
That’s right. I didn’t blog yesterday before bed because I was exhausted and collapsed into bed early. Fresh air and exercise will do that. Day 11 I broke my 3+ week indoors streak and got out of the house. For years and years James and I have discussed...
by Julie Trettel | Apr 10, 2020 | Covid-19, Events, Family, General
Wow! I guess I just needed that day off yesterday, because I’ve been super busy and productive all day today. Instead of waiting on packing materials to arrive, Hope and I rounded up Amazon boxes and whatever we could find, along with the bubble mailers that did...
by Julie Trettel | Apr 9, 2020 | General
I didn’t actually lose yesterday, I just forgot to post. So recap of yesterday this morning and then back on track with today’s post tonight. Yesterday was a mopey day. I was up all night with an upset stomach, so I didn’t even go to bed until 4:30...
by Julie Trettel | Apr 7, 2020 | General
For the past 3 weeks, I have somehow managed to lose Tuesday. Like did we even have Tuesday for the last month? Today, I remembered it’s Tuesday. That’s progress right? First, I must clarify… my count of days is on state directed orders here in...
by Julie Trettel | Apr 6, 2020 | General
Sunday was a gorgeous and joyous day, then I was up half the night tossing and turning and unable to sleep. I blame the Coke I had. Caffeine and I don’t play well with each other. It made my 8am wakeup alarm my newest mortal enemy, that I defeated for an extra...
by Julie Trettel | Apr 5, 2020 | General
I awoke to the sun shining and another beautiful day here in Virginia. With so much doom and fear floating around our world right now, mornings like this still remind me we have so much to be grateful for. My family is all safe and healthy. I know not everyone can say...
by Julie Trettel | Apr 4, 2020 | Covid-19, Events, Family
Today I should have been in Roanoke with some amazing ladies that I look forward to spending this weekend with every year. Roanoke Author Invasion. I should have been up early after staying up much too later. I should be finishing up my table setup right now and...
by Julie Trettel | Apr 3, 2020 | Covid-19, Family, Writing
This is the second day in a row of sitting through Roman’s jigging lecture. He’s sort of addicted to fishing right now. I fed that addiction yesterday with a 3 month subscription to Karl’s Bait & Tackle mystery pro box. Hey, these mystery boxes...
by Julie Trettel | Apr 2, 2020 | Armstrong Academy, Covid-19, General
I hadn’t used Zoom before yesterday. I mean I’ve used dozens of similar video meeting programs over the years, but new to Zoom. Last week my brother-in-law set up a Zoom group for the family. So when my crazy Aunt Deanie said, come join my Zoom meeting at...
by Julie Trettel | Apr 1, 2020 | Armstrong Academy, Covid-19, Family, General, Westin Force
Since I’m writing these in the morning, I suppose they are really a day behind. But here’s a glimpse into life in the Trettel house right now… I get up, check social media, write this blog.Working on updating my website, it’s a slow process,...
by Julie Trettel | Mar 31, 2020 | Covid-19, Family, General
It’s been 20 days since the Worldwide Health Organization (WHO) declared Covid-19 a worldwide pandemic. Of course there was plenty of stuff leading up to that point, and I have much of it documented and journaled. I’ve followed the signs every...
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