Today it is my great honor and pleasure to host a stop on Nonnie’s Tour. If you are not familiar with Nonnie Jules, she is the founder and president of Rave Reviews Book Club. She is the author of four books, she is an avid reader, and she is known for her no-nonsense honesty. She works tirelessly to promote Indie authors, and she is one of the most genuinely nice people that I know. I am thrilled to bring you this post, and I hope that you enjoy this time with Nonnie Jules.
GIVEAWAYS:
(2) $10 Amazon Gift Cards
(1) $5 Amazon Gift Card
(2) e-book copies of “THE GOOD MOMMIES’ GUIDE…”
ULTIMATE PRIZE GIVEAWAY #1:
Anyone who purchases a copy of “THE GOOD MOMMIES’ GUIDE…” “DAYDREAM’S DAUGHTER, NIGHTMARE’S FRIEND” or “IF ONLY THERE WAS MUSIC” and send to me a copy of the purchase receipt to nonniejules@gmail.com, and also leave a comment along the tour, will get their name entered into a drawing for a $50 Amazon gift card! One entry for each book that is purchased, whether in e-book or paperback format. Purchases must take place between 2/14/16 – 2/29/16. If you’ve already purchased all of my books, then feel free to gift a friend, just for the chance to win!!! Spend a little, and you could win a lot!!!
ULTIMATE PRIZE GIVEAWAY #2:
Anyone who reads and posts a review of “THE GOOD MOMMIES’ GUIDE…” “DAYDREAM’S DAUGHTER, NIGHTMARE’S FRIEND” or “IF ONLY THERE WAS MUSIC” and sends the link to their review to nonniejules@gmail.com, will get their name entered into a drawing for a $20 Amazon gift card! One entry for each book read and reviewed. Reviews must be posted between 2/16/16 – 3/15/16 to be placed into the drawing.
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Q: You are often referred to as “Our Fearless Leader.” Honestly, what is your greatest fear?
A: My greatest fear…well, believe it or not, I have a few and they all involve my daughters. But, I would have to say that the greatest of them all is something happening to them and me not being there to hold their hands, kiss their brows and tell them, as I constantly do, how much I love them. Because I was present when God lent those Angels to me, it would cripple me if I wasn’t given the opportunity to say goodbye when he called them home.
Q: WOW! Nonnie that was so beautiful and powerful but how can you carry the weight of that around each day? It has to be a really heavy cross to bear.
A: It is extremely heavy, Rhani. I know I often speak on letting go, and letting God as well as those God jobs I talk about. In my head, I know that my fears are God jobs, but when it comes to my daughters, my heart doesn’t know how to take my own advice.
Q: Does your husband have the same fears as you do about your children?
A: OK, now I’m going to make you all laugh here…my husband is a Pastor! Yes, I said it, believe it or not, I’m a Pastor’s wife! OK, now that all the laughter has subsided, I will have to say that I’m sure he has his fears about his daughters, they are his world, as well. But, my husband has a faith so strong that he does what he should do…he sits, he is still, and he lets God do his job. He’s smart enough to know, that is all that he can do, because none of it is in his power to change the course of any path God has laid out for our darlings. And you all thought I was the smart one. Well, what he feels hasn’t registered in my heart yet.
Q: We’re going to have to lighten things up a bit here. I didn’t know we were going to go down such a serious path with those questions, but Nonnie, thank you so much for opening up the way you did. Random question time: What is the one thing you did today that you truly regret?
A: I ate two blueberry muffins from Panera Bread, when I should have eaten none!
Q: Random question #2: I know we don’t wake up looking for trouble, but what is the one thing you think you might do today that you will regret tomorrow?
A: I’m going to eat that little slice of cake that will come inside the fish dinner that I’m going to get from the church later, because it’s Lent and the Catholics eat fish on Friday during Lent (I guess). And no, I’m not Catholic…I just pretend to be during Lent so I can eat their fish!
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CONTACT NONNIE VIA:
Twitter: http://twitter.com/nonniejules
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BooksByNonnie
Blogs: www.nonniewrites.wordpress.com , www.BooksByNonnie.wordpress.com & www.AskTheGoodMommy.wordpress.com
“THE GOOD MOMMIES’ GUIDE TO RAISING (ALMOST) PERFECT DAUGHTERS,”
Trailer: https://youtu.be/zg15rptFN2g
“DAYDREAM’S DAUGHTER, NIGHTMARE’S FRIEND,”
Trailer: https://youtu.be/qbUK3XQ5-dA
“SUGARCOATIN’ IS FOR CANDY & PACIFYIN’ IS FOR KIDS,”
Trailer: https://youtu.be/fQBnt0wix88
Trailer: https://youtu.be/g2gNns8ZVFI
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Thank you so much for stopping by today to share this time with Nonnie Jules. I will definitely be back on Sunday with another post/, and I hope you will enjoy it.
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Rhani DChae 
Rhani, if you had known, would you have cooked fish for Nonnie’s visit? Or just cake! Well done Rhani and Nonnie!
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Sherilyn, I cook an awesome baked salmon, but I also do a mean death by chocolate. Lol I would have had a hard time deciding between the two. 😃
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I knew it, Nonnie – I just knew you were a closet Catholic!! LOL!! Thanks for hosting, Rhani!
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John, thank you so much for stopping by. It was a pleasure to host a stop on this tour, and I’m glad that you enjoyed the post.
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I have always known you have a great sense of humor Nonnie. And yes, your husband is not only smart, but he also knows where the power lies. :).
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Hi Joy. Nonnie cracks me up constantly. Thank you so much for stopping by today. It’s always so nice when you visit. *Hugs*
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Thank Rhani for hosting her.
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Wonderful blog stop and meaningful questions, Rhani! I relate to Nonnie’s fears for her children. What has helped me tremendously is to realize they truly are not our children, they are God’s, and to know each day that God is giving “HIs angels charge” over them!
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HiRobin, thank you so much for stopping by. it’s always fun to hear how someone else looks at the various aspects of life, and I have so enjoyed this tour!
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Ohh! Blueberry muffins…(drooling). Mmmm…Fish on Friday…(drooling). I guest I need to raid the refrigerator.
Okay, now then, fear of something bad happening to the ones we love is not where we need to be. If we’re so worried about dying, we will be too busy to live!
Thanks for hosting this deep interview, Rhani!
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I I have just loved this tour, Beem. It’s such a great concept, and so much fun to follow. Thank you so much for stopping by today. It’s always so nice to see you. 😃
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Hi, Beem! I don’t fear my dying, it’s the loss of my babies that freaks me out. I don’t want to live in a world…you can imagine the rest! #TheseBabiesAreSoLoved
But, did you guys see the photo one sent to me on my site? Unbelievable! Here is the link . http://wp.me/p3V3H4-9L
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More Nonnie revelations!
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Linda, #RRBC is a breath of fresh air in this tired old fat girl’s life! I love the people, I love the interactions, and I just love the overall positivity that comes with my membership. I’m glad you stopped by today. 😀
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All of you are funny as hell! Are you writers or comedians? I LOVE RRBC!!!
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These are such thoughtful questions and answers. They say opposites attract and your marriage is no exception. Together you make a powerful couple. You are on your own pastoral path doing for others so you compliment your husband very well in my opinion. Thank you Nonnie for sharing your life with us.
On the blueberry muffins, I have my share of vices that I have to constantly work on because my husband brings temptation into the house all the time. lol
Rhani thank you for bringing this tour to us today.
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Oh, Shirley Harris-Slaughter, you’re just biased. Nonnie Jules can do no wrong in your eyes, right? Uh, Bartender, a round of Shirley’s eyes for the house, please! LOL. Thank you, my friend!
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Hi Shirley. It was totally my pleasure to host a stop on this tour. Thank you so much for stopping by. *Hugs*
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Oh my gosh, I’m laughing so hard. Your response about the blueberry muffins (personally, I go for the blueberry scones) and the fish — is hilarious! Great questions…Thank you Rhani for hosting!
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Hi Gwen, thank you for stopping by today. I’m not a blueberry fan, but I’m first in line when it comes to chocolate!
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Gwen, you’re just so funny and sweet! I’m glad you’re enjoying the tour. I’m also happy that you haven’t called me into the Principal’s office yet, for my behavior along this tour! (You’re like that good angel that sits on my left shoulder…you know, the one that keeps “accidentally” falling off). Thanks for stopping by!
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Too funny!! I just keep giggling. I’d love to read more about (and see on film) the mischievous Nonnie that you’ve disclosed on your Tour. It would surely raise my spirit and feed my soul! 🙂
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Beautiful answers about your daughters, Nonnie. Your love and passion for family really comes through. And I got a chuckle out of not being Catholic but eating fish on Friday. That is one upside to the Catholic community, especially when the fish is good 🙂 Enjoy your church service!
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Hi Mae. Thank you for taking a few minutes to pop in today.
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My pleasure!
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Mae, what church service? I’m only going for fish Friday! LOL
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LOL! Now THAT is funny. I hope you enjoyed it 🙂
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Great mix of questions! If I am going to regret food, it’s going to be something big…like a half gallon of Rocky Road Ice Cream! Hmmm. How fast can I get to the store?
Thank you for hosting, Rhani!
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I’m with you, Rebecca! 😁 Thanks so much for stopping by.
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Rebecca, my girlfriend says the same thing…she says to me: “You fret over the wrong foods. If I’m going to worry about anything, it’s going to be that Double Meat Whopper with cheese all the way, that I’m getting for lunch today.” My tummy starts to hurt just hearing her say that. My goodness! Thanks for stopping by, Rebecca, and please, slowly back away from the Rocky Road.
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I think we all share your fear Nonnie. By the way I happen to know blueberry muffins are totally guilt free. God dave them to us so we don’t have to have squash for breakfast. Thanks for hosting Rhani.
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John, please tell me that the same applies to double chocolate chip! Lol Thanks for dropping in today. It’s always such a pleasure to see you. *Hugs*
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Yes chocolate chip is covered.
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Good read, Rhani! Nonnie, your husband’s stoicism is similar to what used to drive me crazy about my husband. If one of my daughters was out on a date and the hour was growing later than I’d expected, I’d stay up worrying while his snores raised the roof. LOL! I gradually came to accept what he always knew—I can’t change anything.
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Linda, thank you so much for taking the time to stop by today. It’s been fun to read these little tidbits along the tour.
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That’s nice to know, John, that I’m not the only parent suffering with this dilemma…LOL. Thanks for stopping by! As always, you’re so appreciated!
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I don’t know how this post ended up under Linda! This was in reply to John H. Hey, John, I’m up here!!!!
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Linda, yes, snores all over the place, while we’re up biting our fingers to the nubs! Thanks, Linda! You are simply great!
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Fish on Friday is certainly an upside of being part of a Catholic community! 🙂 You have a lovely family, Nonnie, all the lovelier for knowing that everyone is well-loved. 🙂 Thanks for having us all around Rhani 😀
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Hi Jan. Thank you so much for stopping by on this beautiful Friday 😀
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Jan, that fish today was excellent! I thought about you while I was eating it!
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A really powerful blog post Rhani. Great questions! Its wonderful that your family are so loving and emotionally connected Nonnie. It shines through every time you mention them.
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Hi Lizzie. thanks so much for stopping by today. 😃
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Lizzie, thanks for stopping by! You are a treasure for all your support!
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