Are you brave?
How brave are you? I, Barbara Phinney, am a big chicken. Everyone who knows me says that's not so, but let's not mistake extrovertism with bravery.
But I did the bravest thing I've done in a long time.
I gave my newest book, Silent Protector (Aug LIS) to Kelly Ripa. Yes, Kelly Ripa!!
You see, the Regis and Kelly Live! show went to Prince Edward Island last week, and I was fortunate enough to land tickets. So, with my daughter in tow, and two other friends, we scooted over the bridge and drove to Charlottetown.
I'd brought a copy of Silent Protector with me on a whim, and my friend urged me to go up to the stage to give it to her. She even went with me, but stopped at the band, One Republic, for autographs. I snagged Kelly's assistant and told him it was my book. He was impressed and took it for her.
I haven't sweated this much since I called my editor for the first time. And it wasn't because of the heat. Remember, I'm a chicken.But taking a story I love, a story about trusting God, means I need to trust Him as well. I did that, sweaty palms and all.
In future posts, I hope to tell you how I was inspired to do this, but for now, on this sultry hot day, not long after Regis and Kelly have returned to New York, all I can say is that I did what everyone else on the Island does after an act of bravery. Or what every other sweltering writer wants to do after baring her soul in her book.
I headed for the Cows Ice Cream Parlour and ordered something with chocolate in it.
Enjoy your day!
Barbara Phinney
Labels: bravery, Kelly Ripa, PEI, Regis and Kelly Live, Silent Protector
16 Comments:
At July 20, 2010 10:10 AM,
Kim Watters said…
Woot! Way to go. Yeah for the chickens of the world. I'm one, too. Praying we see Silent Protector on their show soon. :) You mean you only sweated the first time you called your editor? I still do every time I have to pick up that phone. One would think it would be easier. I'll have to remember the ice cream next time:).
At July 20, 2010 11:59 AM,
Barbara Phinney said…
Kim, I guess I should clarify that sweat comment. I should say I only needed the mop and bucket the first time. Since, a sponge is all I need. LOL!
I wasn't a chicken 'cus my *dear* friend Karen encouraged me, then stopped at One Republic on our way to the stage. When security told her to move along, she told him to stop being grouchy and leave her alone.
That's guts, let me tell you.
At August 2, 2010 7:50 PM,
Joy Tamsin David said…
I am a total chicken!!! Good for you for getting the nerve to do it!
Joy
and since I wanna win the box o'books, I'll leave my web address. :)
http://edgyinspirational.blogspot.com
At August 3, 2010 3:58 PM,
Wilma said…
I'd be a chicken too.
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At August 4, 2010 12:57 AM,
Juanita Wickey said…
Wow, just pruchased Silent Protector by Barbara Phinney yesterday. When I finish the new one I started, will get to that one. So many to read, wow. Juanita W.
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At August 4, 2010 12:58 AM,
Juanita Wickey said…
Oh, and yes I am becoming more brave, by the Lord's power of course. Juanita W.
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At August 6, 2010 7:42 AM,
marybelle said…
No I am NOT brave at all. I admire the trait in others.
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At August 7, 2010 11:32 PM,
Cindy Swanson said…
Way to go Barbara! I'm a chicken too so I totally understand! :)
Keep writing! I love to read the Love Inspired books, especially the Intrigue and Suspense!! I love a good edge of your seat mystery! :D
Cindy Swanson
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At August 9, 2010 1:01 AM,
Amazingrose said…
Am totally and completely a chicken.
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At August 9, 2010 1:03 AM,
Amazingrose said…
AM TOTALY AND COMPLETELY A CHICKEN.
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At August 12, 2010 2:04 AM,
abi said…
That's awesome Barbara! Way to get over your fear and give your book to a celebrity! I would be way to nervous to do something like that. I haven't read any of your books but I am so big fan of the Love Inspired books. I can't get enough of them.
I watch Kelly and Regis every morning. I hope your book gets on the show soon.
At August 13, 2010 7:46 PM,
aimymichelle said…
i am totally not brave at all
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At August 14, 2010 10:49 PM,
Camy Tang said…
Barbara, you're awesome!!! I especially loved your post-bravery de-briefing. :)
Camy
At August 14, 2010 11:47 PM,
Dawn said…
Chocolate always makes a person feel better. :)
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At August 14, 2010 11:48 PM,
Dawn said…
And no I'm not brave! I'm a chicken! LOL
At August 26, 2010 11:13 PM,
Loves 2 Read Romance said…
WOW!! That took guts! But I am glad you were able to give it to her. I haven't read that one yet but I have read some of your others and really enjoyed them. Don't blame you for getting the ice cream it always seems to make things better! Hopefully Silent Protector will be mentioned on a future show.
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