You Are What You Do!!

Back from another trip to LaLa land and once again reflecting on everything from the drive, to the signing event, to the great people I have come to know.

Do I love LA? Yes, indeed! I have no idea why, but everything about that crazy place makes me smile. The palm trees lining the avenues, the tacky facades of the restaurants and tattoo shops, the mix of people walking around...what's not to love?

Los Angeles. Wonderful.

My thoughts turned next to the people who I can count on. And luckily they are many. Firstly, my two favorite authors, Kage Alan and Patricia Logan. They say they will be there, and well, they were. No doubt whatsoever. These two would drive over nails to get where they needed to be. They are just that kind of people. The kind you can count on. The one's who will be there because, they said they would.
Not only were they there, they were so hilarious, I was laughing the entire time. Seeing Patricia and Kage was like a stage act with two crazy comedians. Too funny to be true. Needless to say, a friendship between those two authors was born. I just need to raise them properly. How many times did I say, "Children behave or I shall stop this car!" Too damn funny.

My author friends- Perfection.

My cover models...dear oh dear. Here we have men who not only are not true to their promises, they reek of narcissism and ego. But of course models are known for that. But there are exceptions. Jeff Olson. I can't say enough about him. Rick Sparks, his partner, is another amazing man. When they say they are going to be there, they are. Not only do they show, they make the atmosphere a party, invite their friends to show support and go above and beyond. Now that's my kind of man. They are the stuff of my novels, and ironically, Jeff was the inspiration for Elliot Downey in Mr. Right. Indeed, Jeff and Rick are the perfect heroes for my novels. Steadfast, true and reliable. What more could an author want?
And Andrew McLaren, a newcomer to the model world, also made it. Another man true to his word.

What can I say about people who don't care about others? Nothing. But...YOU ARE WHAT YOU DO. In a world of networking, helping others, people who make promises they don't keep will certainly find out this type of behavior burns bridges. I fully understand if someone cannot show for an event. Just say, 'Nope, can't do it.' Fair enough. But to say you will? And don't show? Very bad indeed.

Anyone who reads my blogs or books, knows I am a believer in Karma. She's always got my back. I trust in her. And in an effort of giving back to Karma for the wonderful support from Jeff Olson, please check out his and Leon Accord's new web-series Old Dogs & New Tricks. It's too good for words and you need to see it, and help keep this series going. They have made a friend in me for life. And anything I can give, do or say to promote them I will do.

LaLa Land...what a wonderful place to be and I will be back again for the WeHo bookfair with wonderful Kage Alan, Micheal Perronne and a host of authors. During that stay I will again see all the dear friends I have made in that City of Angels.

Men who keep their word? Priceless!!

Be safe out there. The world is full of trouble.