Interesting that Mary-Lou read out the following verse from A NEST TWICE BUILT, on radio yesterday. I had recently received an email from another reader who said these words connected with her as well...

It was just a quick catch up,
takeaway coffees on a park bench.
Our feet kicked at autumn leaves,
a sparrow our silent witness.
And something else too,
humming between our words

  - the guilt of distant possibilities

Looking forward to meeting Mary-Lou Stephens and being interviewed about A NEST TWICE BUILT :
Sunshine Coast ABC Radio : Monday 28 October, around 3.30pm.

Embrace solitude,
the chance to still the centre
of your body, your soul -
  your 'self'

(Julie Holland, A Nest Twice Built)

When thinking about which thoughts and verses to include in A NEST TWICE BUILT I wanted to include those that inspired, gave a laugh and... well... made you shrug away any worries. To ignore outside negativity and keep everything in perspective. Such actions are so much easier to think about and plan than actually execute. But can make such a difference to life happiness if achieved, even with small steps.

The day is out there. Waiting
Tapping its foot. Waiting.
Counting off the minutes. Waiting.
And do you know what -
  if you don't go out there. Now.
The world will miss
 the joy of you.

c.Julie Holland (A Nest Twice Built)
A Nest Twice Built can be purchased at www.heartsandmindsart.com.au

What a wonderful evening we had for the NEST TWICE BUILT launch at Hearts and Minds Art. So many supportive, friendly faces - thank you all. Must say I was very nervous (bit out of the swing of such nights) but happy that you all enjoyed my readings and the book. I have since connected with quite a few other people who would like to stock/buy it. I feel so privileged to know that my words are reaching people.

INVITATION

BOOK LAUNCH

' A NEST TWICE BUILT' by Julie Holland

FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 27, 2013

6-8pm

In store at Hearts and Minds Art

1 Hastings Street, Noosa Heads. Q

Enq: 0407840745

Wines supplied by Wine Fix, Scotchmans Hill, Noosa Cellars

"A ripple in the pond of positive change" - a nice phrase, and something that I hope my book can instigate. I don't try to be all things to all people, just a little bit of inspiration to those who are looking for it. Julie x

The idea for the paper sculptures that are scattered throughout A NEST TWICE BUILT came from a single sculpture. Local artist, Lisa Day, had made me an 'Owl and the Pussycat went to Sea' paper boat for our shop - loved it! I decided a range of her little creative pieces would be much better than my line drawings ...and so a thought, and new direction, started to take shape.

My little book called A NEST TWICE BUILT is now available. I am so excited as it has been a long time coming for many reasons. I guess we all doubt ourselves at times, but I was lucky enough to hear so many touching stories, and for customers to enjoy my framed words that I had to 'bite the bullet'. I will add details on this as time goes on, but in the meantime if you would like your own copy you can visit us in store at Hearts and Minds Art, 1 Hastings St, Noosa Heads; order online at www.heartsandmindsart.com.au. or email me at julieholland1@bigpond.com.au. $22 (incl postage and a bookmark). Thank you, and I hope you enjoy every single word. x

Wrote a post then deleted it 'cos I decided to focus on the positive, rather than negative people. As they say "A minute of angst is a minute lost to happiness."  So, to happiness.....
My book 'A Nest Twice Built' will be out in a few weeks with a Launch Night late September - will keep you posted, but if you would like your own invitation let me know (0407840745).