Feb 13, 2010

Valentine's Day 2010 Newsletter

February 14th-- a special day for lovers. I've always loved the idea of Valentine's Day. Whether I have a lover or not, I still get excited over this special day for lovers. I'm a romance writer; I better love, LOVE! To me, writing about love is special. Writing happy endings is something I will more than likely always do. Real life doesn't always have happy endings. Or does it?


The other morning I was listening to N.P.R.  Radio.  They were interviewing a couple who had been married many years. They went through major disasters together, one being Hurricane Katrina, but stuck with each other through it all. Click the link and read their amazing story.  I often wonder what the secret is to staying in one marriage for a lifetime. Do you know the secret? A friend told me you just have to trust in God. I think two of the most important characteristics to a happy, long lasting marriage besides trusting God, is respect and honesty.

My parents were married for well over 50 years. Two sets of aunts and uncles-- the same. Many of my acquaintances have been married well past 50 years and even into 60 years. One friend and neighbor in particular comes to mind. I asked her to tell me of how they met so I could add it here. It was 1944 and she was at a concert in Central Park in New York City with her girlfriend. They started talking to a couple sailors. One of those sailors is the same man she has been married to for nearly 65 years! They joke about it and say that he picked her up in Central Park! She also said this: "It's been a great life and there's nothing I'd change about it." Is that heartwarming or what? This story melts my heart!

One of my favorite movies is the Notebook. (I know I told you before) Talk about respect and loving your spouse for all of your married life. Wow! But, then again, that is fiction. The notebook was inspired by Nicholas Spark's wife's grandparents. So, even though it's inspired by true facts, it still has elements of fiction. Click on the previous link for a brief account by Nicholas Sparks on how he came to write The Notebook. It will make your heart feel good. I can't think of a better time to make a heart feel good!


I've been all over the web in search of the origin of Valentine's Day. There are several legends, but I'm not sure which is correct. A link to a site called Holiday Origins is included for you to check out and make your own decision. I don't think it matters because it couldn't possibly be anything like it is today. One article said that Valentine cards have been popular all over the world since 1840. I've seen authentic handmade ones in some of my Victorian Era books. Click on the link to see and use some Vintage Valentine Cards Clip Art.


Last year I did my Valentine newsletter for singles. Who said you have to have a lover! In it I suggested things for singles like cooking and dessert for one, movies, places to go on Valentine's Day so you don't run into couples everywhere you go, etc. So, if you do find yourself alone this Valentine's Day, I suggest you scroll back and check it out if you missed it last year. For Valentine's Day I will be doing what I do best. Writing Romance!

In previous newsletters I've done some interviews too. One is with C.J. Hollenbach, a cover model and Fantasy Hunk of 2001. Another is with D.J. Deppen, a Romantic Poet. His poems are hot and sensual. Be sure to read these interviews on my website. While there you can read my interview with Sheila Stewart, author of Erotic romance. And last but not least, I interviewed the cover artist who did the covers of my two books. He has some interesting things to say. I'm planning on another author interview soon.


Some fun things for you~~

Love Quizzes Oh, come on, you know you want to!

Pajama Gram Anyone tried this? Ladies, they also have MEN'S pajamas!

Intense (KY) > Need I say more?

Tips for Two from KY and 10 Intimacy Enhancing Questions.

Romantic Dinners for two> Do you have a special Valentine's Day dinner you share with your Valentine?

Favorite Love Songs through the ages> What is your favorite love song? My all time favorite love song is Unchained Melody by The Righteous Brothers.

10 Tips for a Romantic and Memorable Valentine's Day.

Guys, don't forget we always like jewelry!


I'm not promoting any of these sites personally. I came across them through Google and Bing searches, just like you can.


Please visit my Official Website at Mary J. Dressel Books

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