After careers as a dance instructor, sculptor, and legal assistant, Betty
Gordon followed her dream to write books that would entertain and challenge
readers. Learn more about Betty and her books at her website.
I greet the
Christmas holiday season with the same delight as the young and the young at
heart. I enjoy everything about these festive days: shopping, decorating,
cooking, looking at neighboring Christmas lights, and visiting with family and
friends.
Christmas is
truly magical for me and filled with childhood memories: putting cookies and
milk out for Santa, quietly sneaking into the living room by the Christmas tree
to catch a glimpse of the jolly old man in the red suit, and baking cookies
with my mother and grandmother, which inspired “The Magic Apron.”
I was also
motivated to write this short story collection because of a love for the
elderly who are lonely and need simple contacts from their loved ones (“The
Phone Call”), a fondness for clowns who bring smiles and laughter (“Santa’s
Clown”), a love of history and the mysteries of what is possible in this life
and beyond (“Christmas Past: A Forgotten Bride”), the mysteries of a pirate
ship and the mystical union of two lovers (“Eternity”).
Holiday Meatball Appetizer
8 oz. can
pineapple tidbits (drained)
1 jar (5 oz)
pineapple preserves
1 small jar
honey dijon mustard
1 cup dark brown
sugar (packed tight)
1 tsp. curry
(optional)
1 pkg. frozen
Italian meatballs
Place first
five ingredients in small saucepan and bring to boil.
Place meatballs
in slow cooker. Pour the boiled mixture on top of meatballs. Cook 4 hours
on High, stirring only twice.
The Magic of
Christmas
This is a collection of
five stories—suspense, fantasy, paranormal, and romance—which offer surprising
twists and turns, embracing discoveries, hopes, and love. The include:
"The Phone Call"—One
day and one minute in the life of Agnes Riley. Chicago winters can be cold and
lonely for those in their twilight years. Case in point, ninety-one year old
Agnes Riley.
"The Magic Apron"—A
remarkable granny, a magic apron, and a tiny fairy guide a family toward
forgiveness and unite them with love.
"Santa’s Clown"—Samantha
covers her face with paint, wears a seductive sequined costume, pokes fun at
sadness and creates laughter, but not everyone enjoys her antics in this tale that
celebrates understanding and acceptance.
"Christmas Past, A
Forgotten Bride"—A Christmas tradition
and a young woman’s search for spirits lead to a story filled with fear, love
lost, and mystical discoveries.
"Eternity"—Hurricane
devastation, the Gulf of Mexico, a pirate ship, and a magical meeting between a
handsome man and beautiful woman bring this story to life in an unexpected way.
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11 comments:
My mother makes something similar, but instead of meatballs she fries dough balls and dips them in the rest of your ingredients. I have to suggest to her that she tries the meatballs. Thanks, and happy holidays!
Betty,
The book sounds great, and so does the meatball recipe! Congrats and best wishes.
Yum yum! I must try that meatball recipe. I don't eat red meat, but I'm sure it will work with turkey. And your book sounds equally yummy. Happy holidays!
I've had the pleasure of reading Betty's book and do find it all magical :) I believe! I believe! :) It's always such a delight to find a wonderful Christmas read...and if you can have it served with meatballs, well, what's left to say, but Ho! Ho! Ho! and pass the egg nog! :) I enjoyed the blog, Betty :) Lo
Betty's books are must reads!
I've enjoyed Betty's books so much and plan to use this recipe. Enjoyed the blog, Betty. Merry Christmas!
Thanks,Christy. I appreciate the kind words.
Betty
You are too kind, Loretta
Thanks for commenting.
Thanks,Nancy
I appreciate you taking time to respond at this busy time of the year. Merry Christmas.
Thanks, Jacqueline. I value your comments. Enjoy the holidays.
Angela, thanks for responding. I hope your mother tries the recipe and enjoys the meatballs
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