Q&A // Giveaway Winners!

Y'all asked some amazing questions! Sit tight for the giveaway winners announcement at the bottom of this page! *wiggles eyebrows* I bet you're gonna scroll through the Q&A because the suspense is killing you! XD I know you so well. If you missed Part One of the giveaway, catch up HERE. Also, If you want to read last year's (70 question) Q&A, go HERE. (But I tell you, there's a overwhelming amount of exclamation marks, so be forewarned.)

And so the Q&A questions continue with part two:

~Faith~
What's your most special blogging-related memory?
When I received a email about some commonalities I had with someone. It was a "Wow, God" moment as I never could have even imagined or orchestrated this on my own. God definitely had a hand in it all. <3
What's your favorite month of the year?
Summer months!
Do you have any opinions on coffee?
I do ... But it's a non popular opinion.
I actually have never sat down with a cup of coffee and drank it so this option is formed off of smell, accidental tastes, and watching others. I don't like the taste of coffee and caffeine makes me jittery so I steer clear of most caffeine. Another reason why coffee is not my favorite beverage is it stains your teeth, and I think it smells like skunk. Or rather skunk smells like Starbucks? (don't ask) *hides from almost every writer out there* I know it's all y'all's fuel, and I'm glad it works for you. Hehe, just don't ask me to drink it... I'll pass thank ya very much.

Now, if you offer me chocolate? Different story for sure!

~Laura~
Do you like burritos or tacos more?
A couple years ago, I would have said burritos all the way. But now I'm #teamtaco!
Do you have any indoor pets?
Yes! We have five indoor dogs, and one cat. Maverick, Dakota, Charlie, Maisey, and Tucker. Then there is Lady, our 18 year old cat.
What is your favorite instrument?
Piano, guitar, and ukulele.

~Liberty~
Have you ever been out of the US?
Yes, once we went to Canada but I barely remember it... cause I was little.
If you won a million dollars, what would you do with it?
Save some of it, donate some of it (probably to a animal sanctuary or children home), and maybe do some traveling.
What's your favorite way to spend the summer?
Gardening, four wheeler rides, swimming, mowing job, going to the fair, eating strawberry shortcakes. (That's what I'm craving now anyway)

~Wanda~
What is the least common thing that your a fan of?
Idk...

~Kaitlyn~
What are your top three all-time favorite books?
I believe I asked you this question once and now it's payback isn't it? I see how this goes! Well, since there's really no way around it, and since I can't just answer vaguely... here goes: The Fire in Ember by DiAnn Mills, Love Finds You in Sundance Wyoming by Miralee Ferrell, and *gulp* I have probably 10 other books/book series that tie for third. *headdesk*
What's the biggest lesson you've learned so far in your blogging life?
That God makes a way. He knows what is best for you and for me. All in His timing will He bring the right people, the right dreams, the right opened door to us right when we need it. I'm amazed at the opportunities that have arised just because of Showers of Blessings.
When are you coming to visit me???
Next time I'm in the Sunflower State, I'll be sure to visit you! *hugs*

~Julian~
Favorite thing to do with Rosie?
I really enjoy braiding her hair. Or sitting on her bareback! Nothing too adventurous.
Dream horse?
Uh, Rosie! *whispers* Only maybe a less crazy version of her? ;)
Fun fact you know that's kinda weird so you never get to share because it'd be weird to randomly bring it up but it's so weird there's never a polite way to bring it up and now you have a chance to share it?
Hehe, I love this question! You ready for a fact that is kinda weird so I never share because its too weird to randomly spout off and I get a chance to say it here? Did you know, that humans produce enough saliva in their lifetime to fill up two olympic swimming pools. Also, snails can have up to 15,000 teeth. *grins*
Ever gonna come to NC and go riding with me?
Hehe, maybe when Rosie becomes a less crazy version of herself! :)

~Katja~
How many WIPs do you have?
Mmm, I have two fiction work in progress drafts (but ideas to make those into series?? I won't count those) And a couple non-fiction WIPs. <3
Have you ever considered working around horses as a career (riding teacher, etc?)
Yes, I have. If I were to consider it more, I'd either like to give younger kids riding lessons, or train a wild horse. But a couple different reasons has kept me from doing this...
What's one of your favorite hymns?
It might be cliché, but my favorite is Amazing Grace. Or Wondrous Love.

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Thanks again all who asked me questions! But I'm not just thinking you for asking me the questions, I'm thanking you for following my blog, reading my rambles, and caring enough to spend a little of your time here in my corner of the internet. Thanks for making blogging so enjoyable. I truly am thankful for the opportunities I have found through Showers of Blessings!

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Giveaway(s)!!

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The winners are *throws bucketful of confetti*

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Winner of The Flower Garden Letter: Alice S.

Winner of The Pampered Bookworm Letter: Kaitlyn K.

Winner of The Creative Letter: Jacie T

Congrats to all the winners!! I'm SO excited for you! I will be getting in touch asking a couple questions in order to personalize your bookmarks, then I will be mailing out your prizes as soon as they are finished! Thanks again all who entered and for helping me celebrate two years of blogging! 

Can you believe it will have been two YEARS on February 28th? Comment below!

Many Blessings,

Brooklyne Elysse 

Q&A // Part One

Since I had enough Q&A questions, I decided to split up the questions and make two posts out of it!

First off, thank you all for asking such awesome questions! I'm excited to see who won the giveaway, the winners will be announced on the next post!  (Also note that today the giveaway is closed to new entries.)

Now, on to the Q&A!

~Alice~
What is your favorite thing about blogging?
I love being able to share my thoughts and words. Words that hopefully will brighten someones day.
Plus, making new friends and interacting with followers is always fun!
What is your favorite soap scent you have ever made?
Ah, I love our Pink Peppermint scent, Lavender, and Warm Cinnamon Spice the best! They all smell so good though! (I usually like the essential oil scented ones most, but an occasional fragrance oil is nice too.)
Favorite Season?
Summer and Fall!

~RebekahAshleigh~
What is one of your biggest dreams?
To be a wife, mother, and author. All in God's timing, y'all. That is, if it's His will. But yes, I'd say this is my biggest dream...
What is your favorite flower?
Wildflowers!!! Sunflowers!! & Lilac!
If you could invent an ice cream flavor, what would it be?
Ok, are you ready for this? Basically it is a combination of chocolate ice cream, peanut butter ice cream, salted caramel ice cream, cookie dough ice cream, and mixed together with caramel sauce, peanut butter cups, and pretzels! All toped with with a whole lotta whipped cream! Woah, you want to try my invention, don't you? :P

~Anita~
Who is an author that has inspired you and how?
Hmm, I feel like anyone who writes my favorite books inspires me to be a better writer. But one by name would be Faith Potts. I'm not just saying this because I consider her to be a friend. Her books have inspired me to be a author because I want some girl out there to feel the same way I do when I read her books.
Favorite ice cream flavor?
Um, my invention! Or peppermint ice cream. Or black raspberry chip. Or just plain peanut butter cup.
Why did you first start your blog?
I first started a blog to share my devotionals and poems with more people other than my nannie and the nursing home. And then soon after, I realized how much I want to be a writer, a author.

~Jacie~
What is your favorite board game?
Settlers of Catan and Horse-Opoly... I also like card games too!
What is your favorite post that you have done on your blog so far?
Oh wow! I'm really not sure! :)
What's your favorite candy?
Anything chocolate and peanut butter! Or I like sour candy too.

~Patience~
Would you rather have unlimited books or art supplies?
At first I thought books (cause that sounds like bookworm heaven) but I'm gonna have to go with art supplies. The possibilities are endless!
What is your favorite classic book?
I don't read much classic books, but I liked the Little Women movies so I'll say that.
What has been your favorite read of 2020?
A book I Beta read! <3

~Lilly~
What have you learned most by blogging?
I've learned that its not about writing what you think will get the most likes, the most comments, the most attention. It's about writing what is on your heart. And trying to apply what you write to your daily life. I've learned so many good things from blogging!
Why do you eat vegetarian?
I don't eat meat because (1) I believe it's healthier for my body, (2) I love animals too much to eat them, (3) I like being a vegetarian.
How many blog friends have you met?
In person? Two lovely friends! Through video chat? Two other lovely friends! And I feel so thankful to be given those opportunities! Was it outside of my comfort zone? For sure (I mean, we're talking about shy lil old me) but so glad I got the chance to meet some of my blogger friends! <3

~Rakayle~
Ever been to Disney World?
I don't think so.
The most horses you've had at one time?
That is actually now. We have four horses and a mini!
Favorite Family memory with extended family?
A couple trips that we've taken come to mind. :)

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Stay tuned for part two of the Q&A as well as the announcement for the giveaway winner(s)!

If you could invent a Ice Cream flavor, what would it taste like? Comment below!

Many Blessings,
Brooklyne Elysse

It Changes Things

It Changes Things 

By Brooklyne Elysse 

Prayer

An act of Faith

An act of Trust

An act of Reliance

An act of Surrender 

An act of Concern 

An act of Hope 

An act of Praise 

An act of Relief 

An act of Joy

An act of Healing 

An act of LOVE

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Prayer

It changes things 

Prayer

Faith in a living God

Trust in His Will

Reliance on His strength 

Surrender to self

Concern on behalf of others

Hope in miracles 

Praise for answers 

Relief when His hand is working 

Joy for God's goodness 

Healing for our brokenness, illness

Love for He overcomes 

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Prayer

It changes things

Prayer 

It's what we cling to

When "things happen"

It's what brings us 

Together in trials 

It's what we need to have 

A relationship with our Father

It's what we can do when 

There is nothing else to be done

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Prayer 

It changes things 

Do you have any stories on how Prayer has changed things? How can I be praying for you?

If y'all could keep my Nannie in your prayers... thank you. 

Also, the Q&A giveaway is still going on, to enter, comment on THAT post with three question for me.

Many Blessings, 
Brooklyne Elysse 

Q&A // Happy Birthday!

Hello my awesome blog readers!

Can you believe that I've almost had the blog for two whole years?!?!?! Like, whaaa??? My, how time flies when your having fun! Showers of Blessings has been a wonderful outlet for me, and I'm just so thankful for each and every one of you who have followed along on this journey of mine.

I've grown so much since starting this blog, it has been such a blessing for me. As I hope it has been for you too. <3

Today, I am in need of a favor. To celebrate my 2nd year blog anniversary, I am going to be doing a Q&A and I need your help! In the comments below, ask me anything you'd like! It could be about me, my animals, my business (Winds of Faith Co.), my hobbies, my favorites, etc! It could be anything bookish, farm related, or as random as you like!

You can ask up to three questions, and each question equals a point! (So a possible 3 points!)

Why do you need points? Well, what is a birthday party without presents? And since Showers of Blessings is turning two years old...

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GIVEAWAY!!! 

*all the confetti* 

That's right! Three winners will be chosen randomly to win themed letter prizes! And the greatest thing? This giveaway is open to both international and U.S. residents!!! The prizes are...

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The Flower Garden Letter = Prize #1

Includes: Wildflower seeds, Garden themed stickers, AND three customizable bookmarks (hand lettered by yours truly and laminated for durability!) 

The Pampered Bookworm Letter = Prize #2

Includes: Color Street nail stickers, One peppermint tea bag, AND three customizable bookmarks (hand lettered by yours truly and laminated for durability!)

The Creative Letter = Prize #3

Includes: One Pura Vita bracelet, A washi tape sample, AND three customizable bookmarks (hand lettered by yours truly and laminated for durability!)

Note: The bookmarks will be "watercolor" and hand lettered, made after I know who wins. The winners will be asked favorite colors, their words of the year, favorite quotes, etc. That what makes them personalized. :) 

Also Note: if you're under 18 and win, you will need your parents permission because I will be needing your address to mail you your themed letter prize! <3 

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I will be sending out three themed letters to three amazing blog readers as a way to say "thank you" for reading, commenting, and following along on my blogging journey! <3 

All you have to do to enter is comment asking me Q&A questions (up to three questions each). The giveaway ends on the Monday the 24th and winners will be announced on Wednesday the 26th when I answer y'alls Q&A questions! (So no wrap up post this month...)

Are you guys as excited as I am?! Comment below with your questions for me!

 I can't wait to see who wins the giveaway! <33 

Many Blessings,

Brooklyne Elysse

The Small Joys Tag

All the credit for this tag goes to my older sister! She told me this tag idea, and thus today's post is a tag inspired by her: The Small Joys Tag! It's all about finding the little joys in life; things that bring you joy in the smallest of ways.

~Rules~

1. Thank the blogger who tagged you (Thank you Sissy for "tagging" me)

2. List 15 of your Small Joys (They can be as weird, random, and silly as you want to make them!)

3. Tag 5 blogger friends who bring you joy (and feel free to say why they bring you joy!)

4. Have fun with it!

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1. Opening the Mailbox
I love getting the mail. Opening the mailbox and finding mail inside is one of my small joys. Even if it is just junk mail, it's still exciting to see it inside the mailbox. Sometimes I open the mailbox multiple times a day if I go by on the four wheeler. It's fun, and something that brings me a small amount of joy.

2. Frozen Hot Chocolate Drinks
I know, I know, food shouldn't brink me "joy," but if you could try a FROZEN HOT CHOCOLATE DRINKS then you would see what I'm talking about. But it's not just the chocolate-y drink, it's the way I always drink it. It's a bit on the weird side, but I can't eat a double chocolate blast drink without first taking a picture of it, then I take the domed plastic lid off. (nope, I can't just be like a normal person and use a straw through the lid, lol.) After the lid is off, I drink it through the straw, then use the other end of the straw to get the whipped cream... but only around the outside of the cup working my way until only a little circle of whipped cream is left. Y'all, its hard to explain, but it's the only way I can enjoy my chocolate drink! And if you haven't guessed it by the all-caps up above, I get pretty excited about these drinks. :P

And now, I'm pretty darn sure y'all think I'm very weird.

3. Movies with the Fam
My family likes to watch series together. It's something we do as a family and it brings me small joy to sit down and watch movies in the evening. And one other thing that brings me joy is the series theme song. Whatever series we watch, I always get excited when I hear it. It's just happy. (Especially the theme song to Sue Thomas: F.B.Eye!!)

4. Showers in the Dark
This is something I've found recently that brings me joy. Showers in the dark, with some music and maybe a candle or something. Just makes ya feel extra pampered.

5. When a Song Comes on at the Right Time
You can't help but smile when a song comes on at the exact right time! Or when a song has been stuck in your head and it comes on the radio? Yesss! Or a song that fits your mood that very minute. These coincidences songs always bring me small joy.

6. When I Write Something Profound
Once in a blue moon, I feel like when I write, sometimes it is actually profound. I'll read it again and again, and the thought of me coming up with it on my own (without Pinterest *winks*) brings me lots of joy. The glory goes to God for whatever profoundness I find within my writing, but still, the thought of me actually writing something amazing is a cool thought.

7. Spotting a Shooting Star
When you just happen to be looking up at the exact right moment to catch a shooting star. There is just something joyful about witnessing such a sight.

8. Taking a Good Picture That Isn't Blurry
Yes, I love photography. But those close to me would tell you that I'm actually awful at taking pictures. I have the eye for detail and angles, and whatever else you need for photography except the ability to actually take. the. picture. I don't know if I'm shaky, or if it's the habit I have of not watching what I'm doing and rather looking anywhere else but the camera on the phone. So to fix this, I just take about 1033804584834 photos and hope for the best! That's why it's such a small joy (and victory) when I actually take a good and clear photo!

9. Our Dogs
Dogs are anyones best friend. Unless you don't treat them like a friend. I'm very blessed to have been giving five darling pups to live with. Maverick loves to run outside (he jumps the fence) and is attached my daddy. Dakota is a big watch dog when the mailman comes down the drive, but is terrified of leather tack. Charlie is such a gentle boy, he reminds me of Eeyore. Maisey is a springy and happy girl who such a sweetheart. Then little tucker, my therapy dog *winks* he's small, but thinks he's a big watch dog like Dakota. We love our dogs, and they bring me such small joys.

10. Blog Comments
When I check for blog comments, I'm always happily surprised when I have them to read! Ya'll's feedback and support mean a lot!

11. Clean Sheets
Jumping into bed with freshly washed clean sheets? Sounds like a small joy to me!

12. Stepping on Cardboard Boxes
Ok, now I've done it. Now you really think I'm a weirdo. Haha, your right, and I'm totally cool with that! The reason stepping on cardboard boxes brings me joy? Funny you might ask that. Well, I have fond memories as a kid. In order to fit cereal boxes and such into the trash, mama would always let me jump on it and step all over it. Now, I still do, because it's fun! lol XD

13. A Good Pen & Penmanship & A Blank Page
Yup, every writer out there can relate to this small joy! When you come across a "good" pen, it like, wow, no one can take it from you. Or when you are writing and you go, "Wow, I have really good penmanship on that word." or when you just stare at a clean, crisp, blank sheet of paper. Ah, writers heaven right there!

14. The Scent of Lilac
Gotta love it. I love lilac scented candles!

15. All Things Aesthetic
Colors that coordinate, hand-lettering, books, etc! If it's aesthetic, I love it and it brings me small joy. *winks*

Tagging:

~Faith P. I love chatting movies, writing, and books with ya... each one of your messages bring me small joy!

~Rebekah H, I'm tagging you because you never fail to encourage me, laugh with me, and just plain geek out with me on the most random things.

~Liberty for all the small joy you leave me with each blog comment (and tag), I'm returning the favor! <3

~Patience, I know you don't have a blog, but I'm tagging you to reply in snail mail form. Thanks for making me smile.

~Kaitlyn K. you bring me joy because you make me laugh a lot. Your a fun person to talk with.

I'd tag a whole bunch of other blogger friends who bring me such small joys, but I can only tag 5!

What is something that brings YOU small joy?

Many Blessings,

Brooklyne Elysse

Horses + Writing Parallels

This post is all about how owning horses has taught me writing skills. You may wonder how these two hobbies of mine can relate to each other, but surprisingly, owning horses can teach you a lot... but in this post we are going to be focusing on how they have taught me skills needed in writing. 

So here is five facts and parallels to horses and writing! 

• Horses Fact One: Having a horse to care for every single day helps me have the skills to work a schedule and prioritize my time.  Nope, I'm no expert on time management, but everyone has 24 hours in a day, hours that fill up fast if you don't have a plan of action. Owning horses, there is chores to be done in the morning and at night. The responsibility with horses is, they gotta eat, they gotta have water, they gotta have lots of things to keep them healthy. As a horse owner, time must be spent caring for (Rosie) and I can't wake up one morning and decided I don't want to do my horse chores.
• Writing Parallel One: As a writer, we have a job to form words and sentences worth reading. Thus needing to know how to work a schedule is important. The pages won't fill up on their own. Just like Rosie won't feed herself hay. There must be a effort on out part to actually make time to write. I often treat writing as a hobby instead of a priority. And that just won't cut it if I want to see process in my WIP's. That's why, like horses have physical needs, writers who are serious about their work need to move their writing times to have a specific regimen. We need to find structure to our creative process and actually put in the hours. 

• Horse Fact Two: When you get bucked off, you dust yourself off and hop right back on. I was once told that if you get bucked off more than four times, your a real cowgirl. Welp, I earned that title for sure. But as a "true cowgirl" I also know that it is crucial to get back up on that silly horse, otherwise you teach your horse how to push your buttons and scare you off next time. True cowgirls don't stay down for long, they dust themselves off and try again.
• Writing Parallel Two: Writing is no walk in the park if you know what I mean. Every writer has their story. Maybe they lost their hard-worked-for WIP when their computer crashed. Maybe they got some bad feedback that was no help to their writing journey whatsoever. Maybe they reworked their first draft so many times the story doesn't seem to work no matter what they try. Maybe they get discouraged when they read what they've written and feel it won't measure up. Maybe they are scared to get back into writing after a long break because they fear they have lost whatever it takes to be a "true writer." I don't know your story, but as true writers, it's up to us to dust ourselves off and try again. But just because you've had one--or four--bad experiences with writing, that doesn't mean you should give up. If anything, it should make you stronger, more determined!

• Horse Fact Three: Horses are herd animals, they don't like to be by themselves. If you separate a horse herd, they will let you know their disapproval by running, pacing, and calling to their friends. (Trust me, you don't want to deal with a buddy sour horse.)
• Writing Parallel Three: With writing, we also need a support system. If we don't have our "herd" to encourage us, cheer us on, share their virtual writing inspiration aka *chocolate* with us, then writing can be very boring and the writer can get very lonely.

• Horse Fact Four: Horses come in all shapes, colors, and sizes. Duh. Yeah, but srsly, no horse is identical to the next. There are so many breeds such as Morgans (Rosie is a Morgan), Quarter Horses, Arabians, Palominos, Paints, Clydesdales, ETC! Then of course there are colors such as Chestnut (Rosie is a chestnut), Dun, Bay, Flea Bitten Gray, Black, Grulla, ETC!
• Writing Parallel Four: As I demonstrated above, there is a lot of different kinds of horses. Like horses, there is a lot of different kinds of writing. I can't even name off all the different types of genres! My favorites are Historical Fiction, Contemporary Fiction, Christian Fiction, Mysteries, Westerns, and Non-Fiction. Also, we haven't even started on how writing styles vary. All this to say, there is no cookie-cutter way to write a book. As writers, we have to find a written style that works best for us. (And further, as readers, we have to find a genre that works for us.) Writing is customizable. Some people find that they are plotters, some pantsers, some plantsers, some snowflakers (plz someone tell me they know what I'm rambling abt!) And that what makes being a writer/reader so great, finding what works best and making it your own. Plus, one way of doing things might not work for the next person, one genre might not work for you that works for me. That's just what makes the writing world go 'round...

• Horse Fact Five: Horses have a mind of their own. Especially Rosie, lol. Rosie gives me a run for my money sometimes. If I want her to go one way, she will make up her mind to go the opposite way. Let me just say, wrestling with a 1,000 pound animal has slim odds of winning. But, with time, horses can be trained to get on the same page with their rider. (Me and Rosie are still working on that *winks*)
• Writing Parallel Five: Plot bunnies! Plot bunnies are story ideas that won't go away. They are often times taking your attention away from your current WIP. Or maybe they are just a new scene that goes way differently than how you originally wrote it. I have a whole rabbit farm of plot bunnies...jk jk. But, with practice, your plot bunnies and unruly characters will get on the same page (literally) with their writer! See what I just did there...I just love play on words!

What did you think of this post? How is your writing going? Do you fancy yourself as a writer, or cowgirl, or both, or neither? Comment below!

Many Blessings,

Brooklyne Elysse

Voted Most Likely Tag

Good morning and happy Wednesday! I hope your week is going good. Today I am doing a tag that is quite old, I can't even remember when I was tagged for it. But thank you Rakayle and Melissa for tagging me (eons ago!) I am doing this tag with random WIP's, so just keep that in mind! And also, I apologize if none of my characters make since as I haven't shared much... I don't want to spoil anything for when y'all actually get to read my books someday.

1. Thank the blogger who tagged you.
2. Include this link in your post... 
3. Use your own lovely Original Characters (OC’s); don’t use a friend’s characters or characters from your favorite fandom. They can be from any project, so long as you created them. For more fun, try to use as many different characters as possible.
4. Tag at least five lovely blogger friends to play along. 

1.) Most Likely to Be a Poet
Adeline (one of my characters from my Historical Fiction series) would most likely be a poet because of her love of words. She also can be deep and enjoys all things aesthetic.

2.) Most Likely to Dance in the Rain
Zoe, my main characters step sister in my WIP Third Chances would most likely dance in the rain because she is quite a optimist. She has quite the happy personality, with a zeal for life.

3.) Most Likely to Look Good in a Kilt
I have no clue, lol! 

4.) Most Likely to Get Punched in the Face
Either Colt or his brother Cory in my Third Chances WIP.

5.) Most Likely to Drop Everything and Become a Sheep Herder
Mabel from my Historical Fiction series (Winds of Faith Chronicles). She loves animals and would be such a gentle shepherdess.

6.) Most Likely to Be Found in the Library
Probably Adeline again... her and her love of books.

7.) Most Likely to Sleep Through an Earthquake
Adeline's youngest sister, Lexi. 

8.) Most Likely to Steal Food from Other Peoples’ Plates
Adam or Bea from Dakota's Dream (book one in the Winds of Faith Chronicles.) They have needed to steal food on multiple occasions.

9.) Most Likely to Cheat on a Test
Any of Natty's younger brothers. They are a handful. (Third Chances)

10.) Most Likely to Say “Oops” After Setting Something on Fire
Caden would definitely be this accident prone. (He's Colt's youngest bro) in my WIP Third Chances.

11.) Most Likely to Open an Orphanage
Cora would, she is very compassionate and loves caring for her children.

12.) Most Likely to Run off with the Circus
Zoe. She loves excitement and could probably get caught up in the circus.

13.) Most Likely to Survive the Zombie Apocalypse
Uhh, I really don't know on this one! 

14.) Most Likely to Fake Their Own Death
These last three questions are kinda weird, so idk who would fake their own death. None of my characters so far... 

15.) Most Likely to Die and Haunt Their Friends
Again, not sure on this one.

If you are a blogger who has a book you are writing, then consider yourself tagged if you want to do this tag! 

Which of these would YOU most likely do?? Lets talk about it below! 

Many Blessings

Brooklyne Elysse

Me in Book Characters Tag // Collab

Happy Monday! Rebekah Ashleigh and I have a special collaboration post that we are going to do today! We decided to do the "Me in Book Characters Tag" together! I think it will be really fun, and a good way to get to know us better... just only through fiction characters from books we have read!

So let the fun begin...

Rules 

1. Thank the creators of the tag. (Thank you whoever came up with this! :D)

2. Thank whoever tagged you. (Thank you to no one... we tagged ourselves *facepalm*)

3. List 5 book characters who you are most like and explain why. (Characters who we have most in common with...)

4. Tag your friends! (We are each tagging 3 lovely peeps!)

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Ben 

1. Aimee in Third Chances by Brooklyne Elysse

Yes. Yes, I did just list my own book that isn't even a "book" yet. (*shakes head* I'm already breaking the rules of this tag) 

Aimee in my WIP, Third Chances, has many commonalities with me. (But also we have our differences too, I want to think she is a little more uptight than I am. *whispers* I have been called uptight before though *hides*) 

A few things we have in common are... We both love animals. We like things black and white, right and wrong, and the grey areas in life make us stressed out. We aren't necessarily assertive. We feel awkward on the inside, but most likely it isn't really that awkward. We both have a hard time "letting go." We don't like surprises. We are compassionate. We are caring. We can be stubborn. We like doing things that matter. We don't need fancy. We like giving more than receiving gifts.

2. Caden in Where Two Hearts Meet (Prince Edward Island Dreams #2) by Liz Johnson

I have a lot in common with Caden. We both love to cook and bake. We try to keep a organized kitchen, one that works smoothly and we would rather not have messiness (even though getting messy can sometimes be fun.) We stay calm in crisis situations even when we are flipping out on the inside. We will wait to break down quietly in our room after the situation has been resolved. Because of this, we keep things bottled up inside which can then result in a "teapot" explosion. We are mature, logical, we take things to heart. Some would want to call it left brained, but really we are right brained. We both have blonde hair. We both don't think very highly of ourselves, we are always hardest on ourselves. We love others, but sometimes don't show the same love to ourselves. We can be insecure, especially when it comes to body image. We appreciate beautiful landscapes and scenery. We are entrepreneurs. 

3. Rosalie in Love Finds You in Victory Heights, Washington by Tricia Goyer and Ocieanna Fleiss

Rosalie is much braver than I, but we do have some things in common... We don't like to just sit around and wait, we like to stay busy. Especially when things are rough. We aren't afraid of getting our hands dirty and rather like the mechanics of fixing things. We are stronger than we think. We fear heartbreak. And that fear can cause us to hesitate. To be cautious. We stand up for the people we care about. We try to encourage those we are around. We are loyal.

4. Grace in Heart on the Line by Karen Witemeyer

I found many similarities with Grace. We don't like things to hang over our heads, unfinished business nags on us after awhile. We aren't afraid to find the humor in a situation. We don't always follow the textbook rules to living life. We come out of our shells when we write (or in Grace's case, sending telegraphs..) We love having a community of family and friends. We like feeling like we are apart of a team. Thus, we are good team players. We are good listeners. 

5. Abigail's in Abigail's Dream by Kay D. Rizzo

Abigail had a few things in common with me. We like adventure. We are hard workers. And when we have a dream, we go forward with it. We have a hard time thinking on the spot in intense situations, but usually come up with good plans if given enough time to think things through. We love kids, and can play with ages younger than ourselves. We like routine, but not mundaneness. We like traveling, but also like to be settled.

Rebekah

1. The Christy Miller series by Robin Jones Gunn. Christy and I are pretty alike. Some of our looks are actually very similar as well as our personalities. I relate more to Christy in some of the later books then in the books where she is a younger teen. 

Occasionally Christy will irritate me about how she responded to something but then I think about it and realize that I might’ve handled the situation in not as great of a way either. I think sometimes the main characters in books can be so amazing and handle things perfectly that when you get to a relatable character you wonder why they did this or that until you realize that that is actually realistic. 

I feel like I can relate to Christy and it’s nice to see her grow and mature throughout the books.

2. Katie from Katie in Waiting by Erynn Mangum is so me. It’s kind of scary how similar we are! Several times throughout the book I was saying things like, “me too!” or “hey, that is just like me!”. 

It was just so weird how similar Katie and I were. From our thoughts and feelings on singleness and marriage down to small things like not being an animal person or disliking beards.  ;)

Reading Katie’s story encouraged me and I’m already reading it a second time!

3. Christy Huddleston from the 12 book Christy series based off the book by Catherine Marshall. Christy and I aren’t quite as similar as the first two characters I chose, but at the same time there are a few things that we are pretty close on. Christy likes children and making a difference in their lives. She’s a school teacher for a school in the Tennessee mountains. The families are very poor and the children don’t have much. I love how Christy takes the time to get to know her students and to be there for them. I love making kids feel valued and loved.

4. My own character Lily Winters. Out of all the characters I have written so far Lily is the most like me. We are both middle children and we are the peacemakers. Lily journals a lot because it helps her process things. In one scene Lily says, “Writing in my journal is like therapy to me.” That is for sure how I feel. While I made Lily and I have our differences we are very much alike.

5. Piper Redding from Live Without You by Sarah Grace Grzy. I can relate to Piper in some ways. Her and I both don’t really want to open up to people because we’re afraid of getting hurt. I took a Live Without You character quiz and got Piper. The description said something along the line of having a tender heart but sometimes are too afraid to show it. I can really connect with people but sometimes I hold back because I don’t want to go through the pain if they leave like some have done in the past. Something she learned through the book was that God is always there and He will never leave you. Which is so true. He will love you forever. 

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I tag Liberty, Skye, and Julian!

I hope you enjoyed getting to know Rebekah and I more in this tag! Comment below and let us know how you relate to either of us!

Many Blessings

Brooklyne Elysse