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“The Ornament” by Zeke Changuris

Posted on June 28, 2014 | Leave a comment

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What sets “The Ornament” by Zeke Changuris apart making it a must read novel for all ages?  This is the journey of a young photojournalist striving to be the best when the woman of his dreams starts working at the same TV news station.  The courtship of Amy and Sam is full of all the detail of what goes into being a good news anchor and photojournalist along with all the personal struggles these two face living life.

Zeke shows us how a single frame of video captures the emotions of a moment out of time.  He brings to sharp focus all that goes into being human from dating, marriage and finding the courage to say what’s in you heart to a woman you’ve loved all your life.

“The Ornament” allows us to see inside the TV news profession in a whole new way.  Zeke details the ups and downs in a news anchor’s and photojournalist’s personal as well as professional life.  The journey takes us to Hagerstown, Maryland  to Operation Freedom in Iraq and back to Washington, DC.

Zeke Changuris writes from the heart about a profession he loves and how hard it is to find and keep true love.  Zeke’s characters are easy to imagine as well as the places they inhabit.  Vivid descriptions as only a photographer can capture are brought to life in Zeke’s dialog and narrative.  Beautifully and poignantly written.

Reading to me is finding something new about the human condition that is both inspiring and helps me see myself a little more clearly.  “The Ornament” does this and more.  It pulls the emotions out of me.  I feel for Sam and I have a better understanding of what a man experiences as he travels through life.

Thank you, Zeke Changuris for sharing these beautiful characters with me and all readers that enjoy a story that celebrates living life to the fullest.  Keep on writing from the heart, Zeke, you have a gift to not only bring characters to life off the page but to also share the complex emotions that make up each and everyone of us.

I bought my copy at the following link:  http://ttpbooks.com/mm5/merchant.mvc?Store_Code=TTPB&Screen=PROD&Product_Code=ZC_ORNAMENT

From Turn the Page Bookstore Cafe at a Nora Roberts sponsored book signing event.  I hope you all take a few minutes to check out this book and order from TTPBooks.com a safe and secure way to get books quickly and in great condition all over the world.

“The Ornament” is a must read book for our time for all ages.  My book reviews are my own.  I only strive to help readers find books that I’ve enjoyed and found some new insights into the human condition.  Comments are welcomed.

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Posted in 5 Stars, BookReviews, Books, BookSignings, Bookstores, Changuris, Emotion, Five Stars, Giving, Hope, Inspire, Novel, Passion, Photography, The Ornament, Turn The Page Bookstore Cafe, TV News Profession, You Make a Difference, Zeke Changuris, ZekeChanguris

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Shark Eye View

Posted on June 8, 2014 | Leave a comment

Love how you capture each moment Maria Brinkley thanks for sharing.

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The Road Less Traveled

The Road Less Traveled

I took this photo between Boonsboro and Hagerstown Maryland when I traveled to a book signing with my favorite author.
I was turning around and realized when I pulled in this would make a great picture. All of the landscape in Maryland is beautiful, but I think the area in and around Boonsboro is especially fantastic.
If you ever get the chance to visit – take it.

Sincerely,
Melissa Blanchard.

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Posted on June 7, 2014 in Photography

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When Calls The Heart Gets a Season 2

Posted on May 5, 2014 | 2 comments

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      Hallmark Channel announced today there will be a season 2 for “When Calls The Heart”

I’m so glad.  The show has a heartfelt message of redemption, importance of education, surviving tragedy and how a town works together.  The series is based on Janette Oke’s writing see link below for details:

http://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&source=web&cd=3&ved=0CEEQFjAC&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.hallmarkchannel.com%2Fwhencallstheheart&ei=XNNnU93TIaL4yQGrnYAg&usg=AFQjCNHLArAIhqnKGW2MZhSgg9d4RthB8Q&sig2=mFR5vCGiZQvFscQ3mYpwqw&bvm=bv.65788261,d.aWc&cad=rja.

An added bonus for me has been the opportunity to meet so many excellent people via Facebook, Twitter and the Fan supported website:

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So if you don’t like the feel of social media – check out the website – its designed for you – keeping your information secure but allowing you to be counted as a Fan and supporter of great family entertainment with Heart.

I’m thankful for all the original series and movies Hallmark Channel is producing last year and this one especially with Cedar Cove, When Calls the Heart and Signed Sealed Delivered.  I hope you tune in and join the Fans – me included – in supporting Hallmark’s efforts to put Heart into TV viewing.

Remember – join the website for behind the scenes information about Coal Valley at this link:

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If you like Twitter @WCTH, #Hearties (Fan inspired Hallmark embraced tag) and #WhenCallsTheHeart.

If you like Facebook join at:

https://www.facebook.com/groups/544632748969161/

I joined all 3 to get the latest information.  I also created @MjbheartiesFan

Hope you all join in supporting quality family entertainment that reaches people all over the world.

Peace

Melissa Blanchard – #Hearties Fan

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Posted in Believe, Crown Media, Facebook, Family Entertainment, Hallmark Channel, Heart of TV, Janette Oke, Support, TV Based On Books, TV Shows, TVShows, Twitter, Website, When Calls The Heart, You Make a Difference

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Reason to Believe

Posted on May 2, 2014 | Leave a comment

Excellent post. I agree. Peace.

pavanneh's avatarBecause I can...

The first thing that came to mind was my grandchildren. They inspire me to believe that there is good in the world. They inspire me to see the beauty in a butterfly and in scattered rocks on the ground. I can be walking with them on a beach and not see the lovely shell that my grandson finds and hands to me. I cherish the opportunity to see the world through their eyes. I need to believe that we can fix this world. That we can clean up our act as human beings so that our children and grandchildren will have a world worth living in. I know that there is life beyond this life but we have to make the most of this life. We have purpose and we have the ability to create such wonderful things and we can create what we need to keep this world beautiful…

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Close up.beauty

Posted on May 1, 2014 | Leave a comment

Like finding a whole new world, Kelz. Beautiful yellow hues. Thanks for sharing. Your supporter and lover of great photos. Missy.

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When Calls The Heart – Season 1 Episode 8 – TBA

http://youtu.be/plRzywI3Lhc

All the best scenes from Season 1 are in this video – this show touches the heart – tune in 9/8c for stories that could have happened today anywhere in the world. Human struggle and what love is able to heal:) Thanks to Hallmark for putting this video on YouTube search on When Calls The Heart to see more videos. Also on itunes and On Demand and on http://www.hallmarkchannel.com/whencallstheheart
Tweet your support with the actors live on Sat use tags #WhenCallsTheHeart and fan created and Hallmark supported #Heaties because of all the heart in this show.

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Posted on March 13, 2014 in Uncategorized

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Why buy this book, “Strength in the Storm:” by Eknath Easwaran? I believe so you can live life more fully, let me tell you why.

Posted on March 2, 2014 | Leave a comment

Dear Rears,

 Why buy this book,  “Strength in the Storm:  Transform Stress, Live in Balance, and Find Peace of Mind” by Eknath Easwaran?  Give me a few minutes to tell you why.

 Have you ever wished you could have more time?  If the answer is yes, this book is for you.

 Eknath takes you on a journey of a lifetime – his.  Reading about his stories and teachings of his life, along with the incredibly insightful ideas from his wife and others that have benefitted from his books and lectures, you will learn how to harness your thoughts and become the person you were meant to be.

 How?  The key is knowing your mind and body want to work for your spirit and soul.  You aren’t your mind or your body – you are something more – a consciousness that needs to take control – ask for what it needs and wants from the mind and body.

 After you master the lessons from the many stories featured within this composition there are many more that Eknath has written right on Amazon and itunes – check out the links below. 

 If your life feels out of control or you need a new direction, “Strength in the Storm:  Transform Stress, Live in Balance, and Find Peace of Mind” is for you.  May you find the inner peace that being one with the universe may bring you if you’re open to the possibilities.

Watch my blog at https://melissablanchard62.wordpress.com/ to see more ways this book has helped me with my life journey.

Find the book at these links:

http://www.amazon.com/Strength-Storm-Transform-Stress-Balance-ebook/dp/B00FIP6IY4/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1393789024&sr=8-1&keywords=Strength+in+the+Storm%3A+Transform+Stress%2C+Live+in+Balance%2C+and+Find

https://itunes.apple.com/us/book/strength-in-the-storm/id717819233?mt=11

https://itunes.apple.com/us/audiobook/strength-in-the-storm/id336324898 –

 Daily meditations may also be found on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/EknathEaswaran.

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