Texas in my Chili--Really!

By Tamra Norton

So the other day I was fixing lunch for the kids (chili mac--a staple at our house), and when I opened the can of chili and took off the lid, I found something very interesting--the state of Texas--really. I found Texas in my chili. Apparently a hunk of chili fell from the top, center of the can, which resulted in an almost perfectly shaped cut-out of the state of Texas (where we happen to live AND where this particular can of chili was made.


Now I know what you're thinking. What in the heck does this have to do with writing? Well, my friends, I'll tell you...


Was it simply a coincidence that I found Texas in my chili? I think not!


A miracle? Ummmmm...okay, so not exactly...


But was it incredible? Astonishing? Fantastic? Sure, why not. My kids and I got a huge kick out of it.


Personally (and please, don't read too much in to this like Tami has turned coo-coo-nutzo or anything), I think it's a sign from the heavens telling me that my little ol' "fairy tale" manuscript from this little ol' author from Texas is going to be picked up by some fancy schmancy agent, and shopped around to some fancier schmancier east coast publishing house. And the end result will be something much more incredible than a hill'a chili beans.


Just sayin'...

Meeting Deadlines

I've missed a few blog days, but every free second has been spent trying to make my self-appointed deadline for my new novel. Well, I got it done, but I'm still working on a little editing before it's ready to send out. I should have it out to several agents in about a week.

Am I ecstatic? I will be as soon as it's in the mail! Well, it's short and sweet today. I've got a meeting at 1 p.m., the chamber Enews to get out and more chapters to edit before all my children begin trickling in from school.

I hope you all have a fabulous day and I promise to keep you updated in my quest for an agent.