Nope. Didn’t win.
Except, maybe I did in a way. Oh, I don’t have one of those sparkly glass awards to sit on my desk, but I sure as shooting felt like a winner last week at the Christy Award Gala and in the days following.
MY WINS:
- I got to wear a fancy dress. It’s vintage–from the 1960s–and it made me feel elegant and timeless. I added the Luckenbooth Mom gave me for my birthday last year (found in the story I was nominated for)–the perfect touch! Plus, I carried the Jane Eyre book-purse my brother gave me.
- I got to spend quality time with readers and writer friends including Conni (in the photo above). She DID win a Christy and it was a treat to celebrate with her.
- I had a chance to connect with folks from my publishing house including me editor and had fun talking about promotions and future stories.
- I enjoyed some pretty fantastic food eaten in excellent company. I mean, the salmon at the gala was delicious. Who gets fish that good at a banquet?!?
- When I told family and friends I didn’t win, responses included the following:
- Who are the judges?? – Mom
- Are they crazy? – My snowbird neighbor back in FL
- We watched the live stream and were disappointed for you. -Dear friends who don’t necessarily read a bunch of Christian fiction, but read ALL of my fiction
- It’s SO subjective. -Several friends
- You should have won! -Several other friends some of whom may not have actually read the story
- When I got home my husband had made me a “consolation” dinner. Meatloaf, roasted asparagus, crusty bread, red wine, and Ghirardelli raspberry dark chocolate squares. He’s a keeper!
So, really, I feel very much like a winner. Not because I got an award (and hey, I wouldn’t mind winning one!) but because I’m blessed with a whole host of people who care about me, support me, and love me whether I ever win an award or not.
Love the dress. Adore the attitude. To the next gala!
And there WILL be others–right?
Absolutely! And we will share a table and both show off our little black dress!
Always a winner in my book!
See? Thanks for making me a winner!
You looked beautiful! And my comment would also have been “Are they crazy?!” Don’t give up. I know you’ll win the sparkly award! 😉 But for now, know that there are many people who love your books. I’m one of them.
See why I feel like a winner??
You look beautiful! And you’re always a winner in my book. Also…I totally missed that this happened in Nashville! We need to get together next time 🙂
Whoa–I didn’t think about it, either! How did I miss that? Well, NEXT time I’m up for a Christy we’ll have lunch!
This post was written in true “Sarah-style”. I love your attitude, I adore all the parts of your outfit, and I can see your mother’s face as she responded. ❤️❤️❤️
🙂
Well..You looked stunning, shared in the joy of others and in my opinion,
You are ALWAYS a winner! 🙂 What more could a GREAT Author ask for
because “we” readers KNOW there are no other books like yours!! You
go Lady!!!!
Thank you! That right there is why I feel like a winner 🙂
Amen. I am into silence…a nasty day Tuesday forcing me to stay indoors and read, read.. Will Cameron succeed with the McLeans? Will Serepta softemn her 💓.
I’m a little bit envious–I’d love to curl up and read in the chair across from you . . .
You were a winner just getting to be a finalist, but bringing home the hardware would have been an extra bonus for you. Your dress was a wow! You looked great, but then you always do.
Aw, thanks!