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Welcome 2012!!!!
Written by Paisley Swan Stewart
Saturday, 31 December 2011 06:46

Swannie in her new hat!

(this hat was made for me by sister Reba!  One of my favorite Christmas gifts this year!)

So…..what did you get for Christmas?????

Greetings fans and friends!  I hope this New Years Eve finds you recounting all the blessing in your life, and if your 2011 was miserable….then may I say along with you…good riddance, 2011!   With all the upheaval in our world, I pray that you and your loved ones have managed to establish your own little “postage stamp of peace”  regardless of the insanity that has become planet earth.  Throughout this holiday season as my family has been grappling with one personal crisis after another, I am thankful to have a hand full of very close friends who always stand beside me, and I am thankful to have a very great love…a love that many never find in all their lifetime.  I am also thankful that despite my own weaknesses, fears, and shortcomings….my faith in God somehow remains, even though at times it seems a puny, inadequate thing.  In times like these when all is being shaken around me, I reflect that I do not live by my own faith….but by the faith OF Jesus Christ.  The very same faith that rose him from the dead is the faith that upholds me.

And so, we….you and I, will move onto the next year not knowing what is to come.  Know however, that after taking a much needed break from revisions,  this author is back to work on the revised Chanson de l’Ange 4 part series, and it is my aim to bring this series to its completion and publication early this year.  At the time of release, the Chanson series will be available in both paper back and ebook format, so please keep checking the site for updates…and thank you so much to those of you who have been sending me kind, uplifting, and encouraging emails and messages.

Cheers!
Swannie

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Last Updated on Saturday, 31 December 2011 06:51
Lost In The Fog
Written by Paisley Swan Stewart
Wednesday, 26 January 2011 06:53

fog

Ever had a mundane experience or moment that led to a significant self discovery?  This happened to me on the way back from my husband’s doctor’s appointment.  Portland awoke to a thick veil of fog this morning.  I’ve never liked fog.  I don’t like it because it makes feel claustrophobic.  Fog gives me the sense of being hemmed in on all sides, and that makes me edgy.

This morning as we were headed over the bridge onto the freeway, because we were near the river, the fog was particularly heavy.  As I looked into the traffic ahead of us, I began to experience a slightly panicky sensation and remarked to my husband, “I don’t like not knowing what lies ahead.”   To this my husband commented that as long as he could see the red tail lights 150 feet in front of us,  there was nothing to worry about.  Yet to me, the cars in the distance seemed so far away that it “felt” like we were heading into a void.  You could not see the structure of the bridge around us nor over us, and the road seemed to disappear into a wall of gray, with no sign of the river or city below.  It was then that I said to my husband, “I just had an epiphany!  Being afraid of going over this bridge in the fog is the story of my life!  Instead of focusing on what I can see ahead of me, I tend to focus on all the ‘negative space’ that makes me afraid of what I can’t see.” ….. (to read entire article, click the MORE button)

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Last Updated on Thursday, 3 February 2011 02:57
Chanson de l’Ange 2011!!!!
Written by Paisley Swan Stewart
Tuesday, 28 December 2010 12:40

Chanson Book 2

With Christmas 2010 fading into a glowing and happy memory, we now anticipate 2011!  I have not yet even taken down my Christmas decorations, but already I am excited about the release of Book Two~The Angel’s Song, as well as the release of the CD featuring original music composed by my son, Nathan Allen Pinard!  Both will be available to purchase in Spring of 2011!  In anticipation of this event, just for you, my faithful readers, I am posting the following excerpt from Book Two.  Hopefully this will whet your appetite for more!!!  Please note that this excerpt falls somewhere near the middle of the book.

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Chanson de l’Ange
by Paisley Swan Stewart
Excerpt From Book Two~The Angel’s Song

Her words ricocheted like a gunshot in his mind, and he gasped audibly as if she had struck him a physical blow.  He gently relaxed his grip, lowering her down to her feet, as his mirth dissolved with the sight of her flaming cheeks and streaming tears.  Reaching out with the back of his hand, he brushed a tangle of damp curls away from her forehead, ashamed of himself for her miserable state.

He had not intended to humiliate his beloved, but he was desperate to prolong their time together.  Even in battle and at odds with each other, every moment spent with her was a revelation.  Just to see her there in his home once again; to hear her voice and to touch her body…but he had allowed things to spin out of control and his amusement had been at her expense.

“My apologies, Christine,” he said with a stiff bow, tipping the brim of his fedora formally.  “You are absolutely correct.  I destroyed your home, and I shall atone for that monumental sin for the rest of my life, as well as other sins you know nothing of.”

Taking a step backward, Erik drew his hand up to smooth a strand of coarse wig-hair behind his ear.  He quietly regarded Christine, licked his lips and continued in a softer voice, “I dare not ask your forgiveness, for I do not deserve it,” he calmly admitted.  “There may come a day when God exacts punishment upon me for my misdeeds, and I’ll not begrudge Him the right to do with me as He sees fit.  Nevertheless, my dear, I shall not add your ruin to my list of crimes.  I mean to get you out of here before your fiance realizes that you are with me.  Do not underestimate his devotion, Christine.  He will come after you,” he remarked, stroking his chin in contemplation of what violence de Chagny might resort to… (click the MORE button to read entire article)

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Last Updated on Thursday, 20 January 2011 05:35
Special Delivery, Just In Time For Christmas!
Written by Paisley Swan Stewart
Wednesday, 8 December 2010 08:00

25 fresh copies of Chanson de l’Ange were just delivered to my house!  To order a signed copy directly from me, send  your request through this Contact Form and I’ll get back to you with pricing and shipping info!

Happy Holidays and Merry Christmas!

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Last Updated on Wednesday, 8 December 2010 08:10
Christmas is Coming!
Written by Paisley Swan Stewart
Monday, 6 December 2010 08:15

Greetings fans and friends!  How are you all doing?  Getting ready for the holidays?  Most of my decorations are up, but I still have a few more special touches to add before the night of our Christmas party.  Yes, despite a truly miserable year with respect to illness and other personal difficulties, we have decided to celebrate this special season with our friends and family.  2010 has been tough for our family, but when I look at all the blessings we have received even in the midst of our trials, I must throw off the negative “why mes” and enjoy the sites, the smells, and the sounds of Christmas!  To usher in the Christmas season, I am sharing with you Jackie Evancho’s first music video!  For those of you who have not yet purchased Jackie’s EP Christmas CD, you will find her Amazon link on my left side bar.  If you love traditional Christmas music, you will enjoy Jackie’s inspirational performance of these songs.  FYI:  This CD just went Platinum!

What is your favorite Christmas music?  As a former choir member, I prefer the beautiful choir and orchestral offerings, but I also enjoy Celtic arrangements, and even some Harry Connic Jr. to mix things up a bit.  My Christmas play list is filled with enough tracks for 5 days of continuous music!  Recent favorites are Andrea Bocelli’s new Christmas CD, and of course, Jackie’s O Holy Night.  If you haven’t heard The Cambridge Singers, you should check them out too.  I have a total of 5 of their Christmas CDs and listen to them every year without fail.  What I love about their albums is that although they do sing all the favorites, there are many songs that are less familiar.  Some of these songs simply take my breath away, not only because of the gorgeous voices and exquisite orchestrations, but also because of their poetic beauty and Christ centered message.  On any December night, you will find me sitting in my living room with the candles lit, the tree sparkling, and the Cambridge singers bringing tears to my eyes.

However you chose to celebrate “The Most Wonderful Time Of The Year,”  Enjoy!


Swannie

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Last Updated on Monday, 6 December 2010 08:15
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