Sultonna Nadine

The Changing Seasons

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Well, at least they’re trying to change. Welcome to Northeast Georgia.

Here it is the middle of March. Earlier this week, the temperature was around 85. Yesterday, around 65. Today, around 75, with lovely sunshine, flowers beginning to blossom, and the peach tree all dressed in pink.

Tomorrow the rain will be back, most likely. And on Monday night, the temperatures are predicted to be below freezing again. With any luck, maybe some of the fruit trees will survive.

I don’t know about you, but I like my seasons to flow along naturally, not bounce back and forth between spring, summer, and winter at a whim. Has anyone seen Mother Nature recently? Is she behaving normally or is she off her meds again?

In the meantime, we’re trying to catch a break between rain showers to get the garden ready for planting. At the moment, however, there is still water standing in the low spots, so it may be a few more days, especially with more rain headed our way. Of course, the last thing I heard, Monday’s rain may be snow flurries instead.

So I’m back in the house working on my writing. I just released a new book under the Sultonna Nadine pen name you might enjoy if you’re a fantasy and romance fan. LADY CALLOWAY–A Question of Heresy–a fantasy, romantic suspense, religious conflict, alternate reality story.

What would you do if you had faithfully followed your priest’s teachings all your life, but suddenly found yourself labeled as a heretic by your husband–who works for the church.

And if you are the husband, do you choose your church and turn your wife in as a heretic? Or do you rescue her from the church you have served for years? The church or the woman you love?

Come with me on this journey of religious conflict, forbidden abilities, and a young couple caught up in the middle of it all.

In the meantime, welcome to spring–or winter… Have a wonderful weekend and we’ll chat again later.

For more on what I’m writing, check out my blogs at Mellie Miller–for my series books, or Sultonna Nadine, for the stand alone books.

As always,

Remember to be kind…

Scorching!

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Earlier in the year, it seemed to rain every day and our garden was a soggy mess of drowned plants. My kale washed away completely and the Swiss chard looked pathetic. But we’ve traded the rain for scorching heat and dry weather. So now the garden is baking in the sun, the ground is cracking, and the mosquitoes are out in droves.

And with summer fully here, let’s think about all the outdoor activities. There are the barbecues, the summer soft ball games, golfing, swimming, hikes in nature.

We all love doing things in the summer without the cold and rain or snow of winter. But there are dangers here, too.

Make sure you stay hydrated when you’re outdoors. It’s easy to get busy and forget to drink. But over heating is a dangerous thing. I find it most difficult when swimming. Since you’re already wet, you don’t notice that you’re also sweating, making it a tricky combo.

Also, sunscreen is a thing. I know most of us know this, but a little reminder won’t hurt.

If you’re going out into nature, please cover up. I see people all the time walking around through the woods or meadows, up mountain trails, in shorts and sandals. Between the bugs, the rough terrain, and brush and brambles, a lightweight over shirt and lightweight pants would keep you protected. And don’t forget some decent shoes.

As for me, I’m editing another book right now, after releasing my latest shifter romance in June. If you’re a fan of paranormal romance and fantasy, check it out! Look for Old Flame at Amazon.

Better yet, go on over to my author blogs and see what’s happening in my writing world!

You can find me here, at MellieMiller.com or my other pen name, SultonnaNadine.com

Enjoy your summer, stay safe, and I’ll meet you again later!

And as always,

Stay safe, be healthy...

but most of all, be kind.