Life Is Short

A friend send this saying to me along with these cute pictures and I wanted to share them. Hopefully, they'll brighten your day.


Life is short - Break the rules  

Forgive quickly
Kiss Slowly 

Love Truly
Laugh Uncontrollably

And never regret anything
that made your smile.

 

May you all have a beautiful day.

 

For more about me and my stories, check out my website at:

http://KRBailey.com

 

Is It Really Spring?

The calendar says its spring.  Usually Easter signifies it's spring.  I know I'm ready for spring.

This was taken on Easter.  Doesn't look like spring much to me, does it you?

My family took a ride to the mountains to see how close we could get to our cabin.  We never get in until Mother's Day or later, so even though there's still snow on the ground, it was wonderful for us to get to our gate.  This time of year we're always anxious to get on the mountain and to enjoy our cabin.  We always look forward to seeing the animals and hummingbirds.  So, even though there's still snow, it was a gorgeous spring day in the mountains (about 7500 feet in elevation). 

We had a great ride and a very nice day and as you can see, my husband drove out of the canyon with a smile on his face.

I need to tell you, that a few miles down the road the snow was totally melted and we were able to see deer grazing on the hillside and some fish jumping in the creek that runs alongside the road.

Don't you just love spring flowers?  My neice posted these on her facebook page and I just had to share them. 

Once we drove out of the snow and got back to our house, my daffodils were starting to bloom, the hyacinths were starting to grow, and they are definitely a sign telling me spring is here.  I love it!


We, in the west, are lucky because we have different seasons, and they each offer us so much.  Spring is the beginning of life as calves are born, colts arrive, flowers spring up with their beautiful colors, and the rains help everything turn green and lush after the long cold, snowy days of winter.  I guess it's alot like life.  Each of our seasons bring us something to look forward to, and so does the various seasons. 

Take time to look around you and enjoy this marvelous time of year.  Push the dark moods away and embrace the new bright days.  Let them inspire you to create something new, reach out to another person, finish something you started, or just get out and find something to smile about.

Me, I'm working on another story.  I'm getting really close to submitting it to my publishers.  While you are waiting for it to be released, check out some of my other stories.  I'm sure you'll find something you enjoy.  My website will give you all the info.  http://KRBailey.com

Enjoy your spring days.

A Fantastic Story

Fire Rescue

This is beyond a "nice story"--it's fantastic!!!

During an early morning response to a house fire, firefighters were amazed... A Mother dog risked her life to save her puppies from the fire surrounding the burning house... The Mother dog, Amanda, raced back and forth between the house, putting her 10 day old puppies in the Safest place she could find - a Fire Truck! ...

As an onlooker photographed it with his cell phone after she already had a few in one of the truck's equipment compartments. She didn't stop racing back into the smoke and fire until all of her puppies were safely away from the fire.

The firemen on scene could not believe their eyes. Most people have never seen a dog this smart or this brave! Bringing each one out, six trips into the fire and no one could stop her.

All the firemen could do was to try to keep a little water spray on her to keep from singing as she kept making trips running through the open door. You can see some of the singed hair on her back end, forehead and lower legs. Aside from one puppy being treated for serious burns, the entire family are alive and well! Thanks to the bravery of Amanda!

After rescuing all of her pups from the blaze, Amanda sat down next to them to nurse, protecting them with her body. Onlookers called an emergency veterinary service, and she and her pups were rushed to the hospital.

What a heroic mother! How Great!! !

Don't You Love Old Barns?

I remember going to visit my grandparents in Cache County and passing a big old barn with a sign painted on its side.  I was always fascinated with that old barn.  It made me wonder what types of tales it could tell me. 

 Last spring I took a two week road trip with my sister back to Kentucky, and we passed many cool old barns.  Most of the ones I took pictures of were called “quilt barns”.  Now, I had never heard of the term “quilt” barns but my sister is an avid quilter.  She has a long-arm quilting machine and lives and breathes quilting.  Needless to say, I get to talk about quilting a lot when we’re together.  I’m not complaining because I love spending time with her, and she gets to listen to me talk about writing, so in the long run, I think we’re even.

 I remember spending time with my mother as a young girl and helping her hand quilt the beautiful quilts she made.  Now, I hate making quilts, but I definitely do appreciate all the hard work that goes into them.  So, when we were traveling and came across some cool old barns with quilts painted on them, I couldn’t resist taking a few pictures.  As I thought about the barns, I got to thinking that they remind me of the life we live and the lives of those who have passed on.  They are so rich in history.  Wouldn’t you just love to hear about their history?

 Here’s a beautiful old barn. 

 

Notice how pleasing it is to look at.  It’s painted and well kept up.  It’s obvious the owner loves his barn and is proud of what he has.  Wouldn’t you just love to go inside and see what treasurers are housed in it?  Keeping this barn looking so meticulous definitely would require a lot of work, and that is my first thought:  You have to work hard to succeed.  It doesn’t matter if you want to write a book, sew a beautiful quilt, look nice, keep your house and yard up, or become the CEO of a company.  Everything takes a lot of hard work to obtain it.

 

This second barn is big and sturdy and well made.  Even though it’s not fancy, it looks trustworthy.  That’s my second point:  Be trustworthy.  Whether it’s in your dealings with others, writing a book, borrowing money, or just in your everyday life as you work and play, you have to be trustworthy.  Make your word your bond.  Let everyone know they can trust you, depend on what you say, and rely on you when you say something.

 

This third barn is definitely old, but it has character.  It’s one of a kind.  My third point is:  it doesn’t matter how old you are or how young you are, build your character.  Let each day help you become the person you want to be.  You are unique.  Enjoy your differences.  Everything you do helps you become a unique person with character that makes you that much more interesting.

 

One thing they all have in common is they are great to look at and each one is different from the other.  They bring joy to anyone who passes by with their bright colored quilts painted on them.  So my last point is:  Be happy.  Bring joy to others and to yourself. 

 

I hope you enjoyed seeing a few of my quilt barn pictures.  If anyone has pictures of interesting old barns they’d like to share, I’d love to see them.   

For more about me, visit my website at http://KRBailey.com

Have a great day!

Happy Valentines Day

The heart can see what's invisible to the eye.
                  ---unknown

Valentines Day is traditionally the day for love.  When I saw the above thought, I realized how appropro it is right now.  Everyday I see couples and wonder what one sees in the other--a hunky guy with an ordinary woman; a tall woman with a short guy.  You know what I'm saying?  I think the thought above says it all.  It reinforces that beauty is only skin deep or beauty is in the eye of the beholder.  Aren't you glad?  We need all types of people to make the world go round, and isn't it great that it doesn't matter who you are, what you look like, what your background is--there is someone out there who will love you and appreciate your inner beauty.

As you celebrate Valentines Day, take time to let those you care about know you love them.  Let your family members know you care.  Tell your wife, husband, or significant other that they're special.  Give your kids and grandkids hugs.  Recognize your neighbors and let them know you appreciate them.  Find time to help a sick person.  I think everyone loves to be acknowledged.  Don't be stingy with your hugs, and most importantly, don't forget yourself.  Appreciate you for what you are.  Love knowing you are a special person.

I wish you all a very loving Valentines Day.  May you find love and peace.  May your day be full of happiness.

Find out more about K. R. Bailey at http://KRBailey.com

I'm in A Deep Freeze!

In Utah, we're in a deep freeze.  Literally, it's cold -- no freezing is a better word.  You know the kind of cold when you breathe out and your breath freezes when you do? The temperature outside is 3 degrees.  Now I know many other areas are colder, but it's mighty frigid here. I have to admit though it's gorgeous outside.  The sky is blue and the prettiest color I've seen in awhile.  The sun is shining, making the snow-covered ground sparkle.  You'd think you are walking in a sea of diamonds.   The fourteen inches of snow crunches under your feet and icicles hang from the rooftops. 

Skiers are loving it.  Ice fishermen are flocking to the lakes and catching fish.  Me, I'm staying warm by the fire watching the flickering flames and writing a new story.  Want to hear a little about it?  Well, I'm going to tell you about it because I love talking about my stories.

Have you ever been rabbit hunting on an empty expanse of desert with an attractive partner?  Well, my story begins just like that --two avid hunters enjoying an afternoon.  My heroine loves to hunt and, in fact, can outshoot most guys.  My hero is an ordinary guy, but he's strong and protective, loving and sexy, and determined to protect her no matter what.  He's a hero in every sense of the word.

As evening approaches, the weather changes and a huge snow storm hits.  Things go real bad when they get two flat tires, making it inpossible to drive out of the desert and get home.  They find some shelter, meet up with two crooks, and must flea through the storm for their lives. My characters have to find a way to survive in the middle of the desolation where there's nothing but sagebrush, rabbits, coyotes and no civilization for miles.   

There's a sprinkle of delicious sex, some danger and suspense.  It's a short story, a great read.  To find out more, you'll have to wait and buy the story.

Well, I'm off to finish writing.  Check my website -- http://krbailey.com -- for more information.

Stay warm.  Read a good book.  Watch for my next story. 

Need Something to Spice Up Your Day?

Do you need something to heat up your life?  Try getting a copy of my story, Can You Trust A Cowboy?  It' a little more spicy than alot of my stories, but I think you'll enjoy it.  Can You Trust A Cowboy? has a determined truck driver, a woman who loves the trucking business and is good at what she does.  Bring in a handsome construction company owner named Cowboy, add in some mystery and steamy sex and you've got a great read.

What have some of the reviewers had to say about Can You Trust A Cowboy?

Kris from Happily Ever After Reviews:  "This fabulous romantic mystery by K. R. Bailey is a true winner in my opinion.  She drops just enough crumbs to keep you on the edge of your seat, trying to guess who the bad buy is, until the very end....It's hard to tell what is more intriguing, the scrumptiously steamy romance, or the edge of your seat, who-done-it mystery." 

Rose from Romance at Heart Magazine:  "Can You Trust A Cowboy? has it all...Ms. Bailey raises the stakes in Can You Trust A Cowboy? and ups the ante on love.  This sassy, sexy tale is rife with suspense, innuendo, and danger.  If you love romantic suspense, this is a read you won't want to miss."

Long and Short Reviews:  "Can You Trust A Cowboy? is a fast fun steamy read with a twisty mystery, a dollop of thrills and a whole lot of romance."

It's snowy and cold in Northern Utah, the perfect weather to settle in next to the fire, get a beverage of your choice and you gotta have some chocolate too.  Add to this a spicy romantic read, and I'd say you're ready for one of my favorite ways to spend some time.  Can You Trust A Cowboy? is definitely hot enough to heat up your day.  It'll keep you guessing til the end.

That's my favorite way to spend a cold afternoon.  I'd love to hear how you like to spend your wintery days.  If you love to read, I dare you to try Can You Trust A Cowboy?  I know you won't be sorry.

Can You Trust A Cowboy? is available in e-book formats through Bookstrand Publishing, Amazon and Barnes and Noble.

For more about me and my stories, check out my website at http://KRBailey.com

Happy Reading!