If I Could Be Anyone, I’d be...
Jane Austen
It is a truth universally acknowledged that the reader in the possession of a good book gains further pleasure from knowing where an author gained inspiration.
Like Jane I don't mind an endless social whirl at night, but the mornings belong to me. And I find endless inspiration from the foolishness I'm forced to endure in the social whirl...then I get to write about it. I confess I find the dances, concerts, taking the waters, taking tea such a trial. Parties are such a bore, but today there is a very special occasion -
Talli Roland sent me an invitation to something she calls a launch party of a new genre she describes as chick-lit. Goodness gracious how audacious is that girl. Never mind, I'll put on a brave face and head over after I finish taking the waters (see above.)
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Denise
You channel a good Jane!
ReplyDeleteAlex: Thanks!
ReplyDeleteI'm in, too, though it's not yet Wednesday where I am. Jane's a great pick, would kill for her talent, although I'd prefer to have my own Mr. Darcy, someday.
ReplyDeleteGood choice, very good choice!
ReplyDeleteI really should Google Jane Austin and get a good working background of her. I know she's immensely popular and women love her. Okay, I'm on my way to Google right now.
ReplyDeleteLOVE the pic, Denise. It should be some day tomorrow. I'll be posting about it too... OF course.
ReplyDeleteBut I don't think Jane Austen is a good fit for me . LOL.
Summer Ross is also Jane Austen today....
Beverly: I'd have a cat fight over Mr Darcy any day.
ReplyDeleteKerri: I thought so.
Stephen: I hope you like what you find.
Michael: No, I'd be a bit worried if you turned up as Jane, lol.
Denise
What a great pick. No surprise for me -- I picked my own character, Samuel McCord and used this quote :
ReplyDelete"I move in all kinds of circles, meet all sorts of people.
I learned engraving from a counterfeiter,
accounting from a swindler.
A succubus once tried to teach me the tango.
But nothing doing. I didn't have the hips for it."
Have a great mid-week, Roland
Love the voice, Denise. Really liked the 'Goodness gracious, how audacious...' Your picture says you're ready to get in the swing of things. Enjoy!
ReplyDeleteYay, I was hoping that someone would pick Jane!
ReplyDeleteLove your voice :-)
Hi Denise .. love your take on Jane Austen .. probably so true ... take the pain of the social to benefit your mind for your morning write.
ReplyDeleteThe pic is a fun one too - I'm sure I should know who it is .. but?
Cheers Hilary
Hi,
ReplyDeleteHee hee, so funny. Love it! ;)
best
F
Good choice, I like that she's by the pool, necessary indolence for an Austen in Brisbane :)
ReplyDeleteWagging Tales - Blog for Writers
oops above should be necessary 'indulgence'
ReplyDeleteLOL! I am audacious, I must admit! Love that first photo of Jane. You do impersonate her very well!
ReplyDeleteThanks so much for taking part, and for all your help and support with everything. Hugs!
*sigh* Now I have to trek over to youtube to watch Mr Darcy swim the lake. Every time your name is mentioned Miss Austen it triggers the urge.
ReplyDeleteGreat pic and choice, Denise!
Love your choice, Denise!
ReplyDeleteHappy release day to Talli!
Love your choice, Denise!
ReplyDeleteHappy release day to Talli!
Great choice and great photo! Love the laptop and cell phone.
ReplyDeleteI could easily see Jane in you! Thanks for commenting on my post!
ReplyDeleteRoland, (aka Samuel): Well we knew who you would pick! Great choice too!
ReplyDeleteJoy: Yes, Jane moves with the times!
Sarah: I'll bet there's a few Jane impersonators around today, botheration!
Hilary: I should know too - it's me! Hee hee.
Francine: That pic of me is priceless isn't it?
Charmaine: Yes, since the move from England I feel I really must have an indulgence with a bit of indolence thrown in, lol.
Talli: Jane likes to help her sisters.
Glynis: I'll fight you for him, after all he's my creation!
Nas: Thanks Nas!
Bish: Even Jane has to move with the times. I find it so much quicker than the quill...
Jane Austen
Summer: We do indeed have good taste Summer.
ReplyDeleteJane
Awesome choice picking Jane Austen. Love the picture you used too. :)
ReplyDeleteWhy am I not surprised. You make a wonderful Jane, Denise. You must be channeling Jane's voice as well.
ReplyDeleteLove the photo, the voice and the choice.
Enjoy the Launch Party.
That is a truth universally acknowledged! I loved the fancy font you put up today. Is it Jane Austen font? I love that font.
ReplyDeleteGreat picture! :)
ReplyDeleteAdmirable choice! I would be too intimidated about never marrying. She didn't marry did she? You'd be an awesome Jane, for talent part, not the not marrying part :).
ReplyDeleteCherie: Thanks!
ReplyDeleteAnn: Glad you liked it all.
Clarissa: It's actually the wrong era, it's Edwinian font.
LR: Thanks.
Isis: No, she never married. Too busy writing, ha ha...
Denise
A great choice! I'll invite you over for an evening event some night...
ReplyDeleteVery cool choice indeed!
ReplyDeleteDeniz: I'm sure to come. I'm sure I can glean some ideas for my new book, what shall I call it now???
ReplyDeleteTrisha: Thanks, Jane is tres cool!
Jane
Austen is a great choice! Happy to discover your blog!
ReplyDeleteRebecca: Great to meet you! D
ReplyDeleteI was wondering whom you’d pick. What a great choice!
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