Yesterday I had an open house, and during a slow time, I started perusing the books that the seller had on display. I stumbled upon a book by Anne Rice (The Vampire Chronicles) that I never new existed! One of my all time favorite books is 'The Witching Hour' and the 2 follow up novels, 'Lasher' and 'Taltos'. The book I found on my sellers' shelf is called 'Merrick'. I was way overjoyed to discover that this book is a combination of characters from the 'Vampire Chronicles' and 'The Witching Hour'. Needless to say I scooted over to Chapters and bought a copy.
I love it when something unexpected happens like that. There is nothing worse than the anticipation of a new book, (like the next installment of Harry Potter), or a vacation. A surprise sometimes is so much better. Immediate gratification. Oh yeah.
I know a finding a book is not something to write home about, but the big realization from this find is to appreciate the little pleasantries life springs on us.
I hope there is another happy unexpected event in the horizon. I hope that I acknowledge it and appreciate it, only if it is as simple as a good book, a last minute trip to the movies, (Pirates anyone?), or a chance to visit and chat with a friend.
So I didn't sell the house, although it is a fantastic place, but I'd like to thank Tracey and Darrin for making my day! (and they also had a surprise, not so much for me, but....:)
1 comment:
Liz,
Hi there, enjoying your blog. You could have taken that Ann Rice book, you did not need to buy it! I love the Witching Hour too, have read it more than once however think her later books lost muster.
Darrin and I are very appreciative of all your hard work trying to sell our house. The pressure is on now,,,,,,,, we need room for our new family addition coming this March!
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