Friday, March 14, 2008

Oh, Happy Day!

This morning I got the phone call I've been waiting for. BJ told me that my books were ready to be picked up. An hour later, I loaded all my frisky kittens into the van and off we went.

Twelve boxes later, we drove off, the children somewhat squished but okay with that because they sensed my excitement. We went straight to my dad's, where he was privileged to receive the first copy out of the box.



This means so much to both of us. The ancestors in this book are his great-grandparents, and we have looked forward to this day for a long time. Additionally, a poem of his is included toward the front of the book.

My third published novel, but this one is by far the most personal. I am so excited to have it in my little paddy paws at long, long last.

27 comments:

Heather Moore said...

Congratulations! That's super!

Unknown said...

YAY FOR YOU, TRISTI!! That is such fine news. Lovely pics. Lovely looking book. Makes me homesick for things Welsh just thinking about it.

Kerry Blair said...

Oh, I'm so EXCITED! The cover is lovely. (As is the author.)Is there where I come to reserve my copies?

CONGRATS, Lady!

Anonymous said...

Tristi - Congratulations on the book! I definitely want a copy. E-mail me at pistilli2004 at yahoo dot com.

Julie Wright said...

Wahoo Tristi!!! You've waited a long time for this and I am so glad to see it finally arrive! Congratulations!

Marsha Ward said...

Is that totally awesome, or what!

Karlene said...

Wonderful! I'm guessing you'll have them at the bookstore at next week's conference? I'll pick up a copy there.

Katie Parker said...

Yay, Tristi! I know this is a huge occasion for you!

Stephanie Black said...

Congratulations! How thrilling to have the book in your hands!

Unknown said...

Congratulations, Tristi. I'm so happy for you. I'll be by tomorrow to pick up my copy. Alvin's have a not so good day.

Jenn said...

That is so exciting! Congrats! :D

Holly (2 Kids and Tired) said...

Woo hoo!!! Are you going to autograph mine? Please?!?!?

Janet Kay Jensen said...

Great news, Tristi! I'll be excited to see it.

Janet

Tamra Norton said...

Oh, how wonderful! YAY, Tristi!

Michele Holmes said...

Congratulations, Tristi! It's beautiful and I can't wait to read it.

Jennifer @ Fruit of My Hands said...

Awesome Tristi!

Stephanie Humphreys said...

That is so exciting. I can't wait to get a copy and read it.

Shirley Bahlmann said...

OH, YAY! This is the one that John Bytheway fell in love with, isn't it? I'm a lucky girl, I already got to read it, and you did a wonderful job, as usual.

Tristi Pinkston said...

Actually, John fell in love with Strength to Endure. But I'm sure he'd love this one, too. :)

Keeley said...

CONGRATULATIONS Tristi!!!!!! =) =)

ali cross said...

Fun Stuff! I am so excited for you Tristi and excited for ME because now I get to read it!

Congratulations!

C.S. BEZAS said...

Oh, what excitement, Tristi! Wooh, hooh!

Unknown said...

I have your book! Yay! Bless you so much, Tristi. You can't know the difference the words in the inscription and the acknowledgments made to me this morning. Your book is fantastic!

Unknown said...

stoked excited for you tristi! awesome, kathleen

Carrie and Troy Keiser said...

That is SO cool! Congrats! I still need to get over to your web page.

Autumn Ables said...

I can't wait to read it!! Congratulations with BIG HUGS!

Anonymous said...

Whoo-hooooo!
I'm so happy it's become a reality. Now I need my copy!

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