I am thrilled to be hosting Miriam Hurdle today on The Indie Spot. Miriam is the author of the book Songs of Heartstrings: Gratitude and Beatitude.
Take it away, Miriam. . .
Day 4
From the Author
This is Day 4 of “Songs of Heartstrings” Blog Tour. I want to thank 4WillsPublishing for setting up the tour and my host to have me here.
This poetry collection includes nine themes: Songs of Nature, Songs of Dissonance, Songs of Physical Healing, Songs of Marriage, Songs of Parenthood, Songs of Tribute, Songs of Reflections, Songs of Challenge, and Songs of Inspiration. Each of these themes covers various aspects of my life experience. Many poems are illustrated with my photos and watercolor paintings.
Songs of Heartstrings received a 5-Star review from Readers’ Favorite: https://readersfavorite.com/book-review/songs-of-heartstrings?fbclid=IwAR092vCKbtTdbUea6kW90qdVvrvxYHpUdkpCueW7XtcUzKNMzukisBgVBfs
Other book reviews are available on Amazon: http://wwAmazon.com/dp/B07K1S47W9
Highlighted Poems from Songs of Marriage: Rowing a Boat and I Love You
The first fifteen years of my education career, I taught in the classroom. Even though I had a preliminary education administrative credential, I didn’t have the emotional strength to seek an administrative position because of the stress from the earlier relationship. After marrying my husband Lynton, with his support beyond my expectation, I went back to school. I received a permanent education administrative credential and a Doctorate of Education degree. During the three years of my study, he watched TV with headphone so that no sound would interrupt my study. The first year of school, I accepted the promotion of an administrative position and held that for ten years before my retirement.
Rowing a Boat
I love to go rowing a boat,
weather is not the matter,
the day may be sunny or cloudy,
windy or even stormy.
Having you in the same boat,
I can go anywhere, everywhere.
We had a rough day at the sea,
almost dangerous to manage.
Our hearts were in touch,
hands were in sync,
same spirit, and same strength.
Your encouraging words to me, mine to you,
all the way through.
We strove until the storm passed,
a day I will forever remember,
the storm brought us closer.
I love to go rowing a boat
when you are with me.
I Love You
Hugging in the morning,
kissing at night;
saying I love you before
saying good night.
Praying that was not
the last chance
being together
alive.
About the Author
Miriam Hurdle is a multi-genre writer. She writes poetry, flash fiction, and short stories and memoir. Her poems are included in Letters to Gaia, Whispers and Echoes Issue 2, Whispers and Echoes Issue 3, and Outcast and More Words.
She is passionate about poetry and her favorite poets are Robert Frost with his poems “The Road Not Taken,” and Linda Pastan with her poem “To a Daughter Leaving Home.”
She is a member of PoemHunter.com, and her poetry may be read on the websites.
Music has rooted in her life. Being a soloist as a teenager led her to taking voice lessons and to have ongoing singing engagements. She continues to sing soprano in choral groups. Lyrics have a major influence in the natural flow of her melodic writing. She writes memoir in the form of poetry.
Along with her brother, she took photos when the films were black and white. Photography is still her enjoyable hobby. Drawing and painting were fun activities as a child. Her favorite was to draw a Japanese girl with big eyes, long hair, small lips and chin. She resumed drawing and watercolor painting several years ago. In her poetry collection, photos and paintings are included to illustrate the poems.
She earned a Doctorate of Education from the University of La Verne in California. After two years of rehabilitation counseling, fifteen years of public-school teaching and ten years in school district administration, she retired and enjoys life with her husband in southern California.
Links to Purchase the Book:
Amazon Universal Link: http://smarturl.it/SongsofHeartstrings
Amazon UK Link: http://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B07K1S47W9
Amazon.com Link: http://www.amazon.com/dp/B07K1S47W9
Contact the Author:
Amazon Author Page: https://www.amazon.com/Miriam-Hurdle/e/B07K2MCSVW?ref=dbs_p_ebk_r00_abau_000000
Website: https://theshowersofblessings.com
Twitter: https://twitter.com/mhurdle112
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/miriam.hurdle.1
Hi, Miriam. I love how you refer to your poems as songs, for truly that’s what they are minus music. I love the “Rowing a Boat” poem. It is very expressive. I wish you the best! Thanks for hosting, Beem!
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Thanks for visiting, Jan.
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Thank you so much for dropping by and read the post. I appreciate it and am glad to see you here. We went kayaking on our honeymoon. I drew from other experience to write that poem. Thank you! ❤
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Thank you, Beem for hosting my tour. It’s greatly appreciated. I’ll come back later today!
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It is truly my pleasure, Miriam. I have become a fan of your poetry!
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It delights me to hear that, Beem! Thank you for your comment!
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What sweet, tender poems dedicated to your husband, Miriam:) I enjoyed them and getting to see what a supportive, loving relationship you have. Thanks for hosting Beem.
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Thank you for visiting, Denise.
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Thank you, Denise. He is such a sweetheart. He is retired two years ago and decided to do all the cooking and do dishes. He said I did it for the previous 20 years so it’s his turn to do it. Oh wow, I’m blogging full time, almost. Well, I do go to Portland, OR to visit my granddaughter once a month. I’m leaving next Wednesday for a week.
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He sounds like a gem Miriam. Hope you have a great trip to Portland. My son lives in Eugene. I’m a fan of Oregon:)
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I came to Portland 42 years ago as a student. So going to visit my daughter and granddaughter is always a treat. Eugene is a college town. Did your son go to school there?
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I’ll get your book soon. I’m running a promotion and busy making contacts. https://theshowersofblessings.com/2019/03/05/free-download-promotion-songs-of-heartstrings/
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Portland is a beautiful town and it’s great you get to visit family there often:) Yes, my son is finishing up college there and wants to stay there, and we love it there, so all works out.
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My daughter spent 12 years in Orange County. When she graduated from UP and got married and stayed in Portland, I was happy for her. It’s a better place to raise kids.
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I like your poems because they’re short and to the point. Enjoy the rest of your tour. Thanks for hosting Beem.
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Thank you for stopping by, Shirley!
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Thank you, Shirley for following my tour. I appreciate your comment.
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Hi, Miriam. I enjoyed this post, thank you for sharing it with us.
Beem, so nice to visit your blog again. Thank you for hosting Miriam today.
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Thanks for the visit, Rhani! Always appreciated.
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Thank you, Rhani for stopping by. I appreciate it.
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Lovely, Miriam. It’s such a joy to follow your tour. Thanks so much for sharing your beautiful poetry with us.
Many thanks for hosting, Beem, as always.
Cheers to you both! 🙂
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Thank you, Natalie. I appreciate your visit.
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I’m so glad to see you here, Natalie. Thank you for reading and comment. ❤
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Good for you, Miriam, that you did not allow a bad former relationship to mar your chances of loving again. It is not always that easy for some.😟 Thank you, Beem, for hosting.
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Thank you for stopping by, Joy.
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Thank you Joy for your reading and comment. It was like forever at the time. I’m glad I took the chance. No, it wasn’t easy especially I was the first one in the family to make that decision. 🙂
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Hi, Beem, I follow up the tour with a promotion. I love to have you get a copy.
https://theshowersofblessings.com/2019/03/05/free-download-promotion-songs-of-heartstrings/
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Thank you, Miriam. I actually purchased a copy of your book a few days ago. It is now on my Kindle and my TBR list!
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Thank you, Beem. I just read it and thank you for your purchase.
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It’s your poetry that drew me in, Miriam. I love great writing.
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Hi Beem, I want to thank you again for hosting my blog tour and bought my book. I followed up the tour with free download promo on Amazon and got #3 of the Top Best Sellers in Poetry. I have 5 more hours for the promo but I’m happy with #3. I’ll make an announcement on my blog but want to thank you personally!
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That is fantastic news, Miriam. Congratulations. I am honored to have you on my blog.
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The pleasure is mine. I think the timing was good. All the reblog and Retweet of the tour helped.
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Fantastic!
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