Diana Cosby: Fall – A Magical Time of Year (Contest)

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Friday, September 28th, 2018

UPDATE: The winner is…Debbie Watson!
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©Diana Cosby 2018

I love fall. For me it’s a magical part of the year, a passage of time that I enjoy. It’s as if nature takes a deep breath, peace slowly settles upon the land, and leaves explode with a myriad of colors.

Nor is wildlife exempt from the changes around them. Fawns lose their spot, my much-loved hummingbirds join many birds during their annual southern migration, and some animals like, Ian, the chipmunk, begin their hibernation.

The gorgeous swath of leaves throughout the forest provide an amazing backdrop to the wildlife settling in for the winter. I enjoy each day of the beautiful colors of the leaves as soon they’ll fall to the earth rest with the arrival of winter, rest beneath a blanket of snow.

I’m fascinated by the changes in the insects during this time. Bees are hurrying around gathering pollen to make honey before the flowers wither, then they remain in their hive until the warmer days of spring. As fall progresses, instead of the blue, green, and gold dragonflies of summer, dragonflies of amber and rust shades glide through the skies.

Fall flowers bloom with flourish, their vibrant colors blanketing the ground, igniting thoughts of the warm scent of apple pies, warm cider, and freshly baked cookies. Soon winter will soon be upon us, but for this special time, I enjoy the blessed bounty given to us by the fall.

What do you like best about fall?

About the Author

A retired Navy Chief, Diana Cosby is an international bestselling author of Scottish medieval romantic suspense. Books in her award-winning MacGruder Brothers series have been translated in five languages. Diana has spoken at the Library of Congress, Lady Jane’s Salon in NYC, and appeared in Woman’s Day, on USA Today’s romance blog, “Happy Ever After,” MSN.com, Atlantic County Women Magazine, and Texoma Living Magazine.

After her career in the Navy, Diana dove into her passion – writing romance novels. With 34 moves behind her, she was anxious to create characters who reflected the amazing cultures and people she’s met throughout the world. After the release of the bestselling MacGruder Brothers series, The Oath Trilogy, and the first two book of The Forbidden Series, she’s now working on book #4, Forbidden Realm, of the five-book series, which will be released August, 6th, 2019.

Diana looks forward to the years of writing ahead and meeting the amazing people who will share this journey.

Contest

***ONE winner will be drawn from everyone who posts on Delilah’s blog between 28 September 2018 – 6 October 2018. The winner will receive one of Diana’s mugs and a tote.

Diana Cosby, International Best-Selling Author

www.dianacosby.com

Romance Edged With Danger

The Oath Trilogy

MacGruder Brother Series

Forbidden Series: Forbidden Legacy/Forbidden Knight/Forbidden Vow/Forbidden Alliance‒Aug. 6th 2019/Forbidden Realm TBA

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19 comments to “Diana Cosby: Fall – A Magical Time of Year (Contest)”

Debra Guyette
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· September 28th, 2018 at 1:08 pm · Link

Thanks for this post. I am adding to my list.
Michelle Willms
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· September 28th, 2018 at 1:45 pm · Link

This was a beautiful post. When at home in Mississippi, I love the beautiful fall colors, the change in scents in the air, and the lovely crispness of the breeze (when it finally cools down). Here in the high desert of Nevada, I love the cold nights, the cool days, and the coming snow. I love the wind, the sounds of the different birds, and the thoughts of snow cream in the near future.
Misty Dawn Cecil
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· September 28th, 2018 at 1:48 pm · Link

I love the pictures! They are beautiful. I love the Fall season, the colors are amazing and the weather is nice.
ButtonsMom2003
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· September 29th, 2018 at 9:29 pm · Link

That’s a great giveaway!
Becky
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· September 30th, 2018 at 7:28 am · Link

I love fall for the colors and the cooler weather. I’m hoping by me our leaves will have some color this year some of the leaves started to fall of the trees already but no color to them.
I enjoyed your pictures. Love the with the chipmunk and the one that looks like a female cardinal.
Janelle
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· September 30th, 2018 at 12:07 pm · Link

Hi I love that leaves changing colOrson and the smell of camp fires
Debbie Watson
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· September 30th, 2018 at 12:20 pm · Link

Love the changing colors of leaves and the cooler weather. Thank you for the chance
flchen1
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· October 5th, 2018 at 1:24 am · Link

Thanks for sharing these gorgeous photos! Definitely puts me in the mood for the season!
Diana Cosby
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· October 8th, 2018 at 8:55 am · Link

Debra Guyette wrote: Thanks for this post. I am adding to my list.

~Hi Debra, thank you so much for stopping by, and I appreciate your checking out my stories. I hope you enjoy. Take care, and I wish you a wonderful fall!
Sincerely,

Diana Cosby, AGC(AW), USN, Ret.
Diana Cosby
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· October 8th, 2018 at 9:01 am · Link

Michelle Willms wrote: This was a beautiful post. When at home in Mississippi, I love the beautiful fall colors, the change in scents in the air, and the lovely crispness of the breeze (when it finally cools down). Here in the high desert of Nevada, I love the cold nights, the cool days, and the coming snow. I love the wind, the sounds of the different birds, and the thoughts of snow cream in the near future.

Hi Michelle, I appreciate your visit and sharing your favorite things about fall. I agree, the scents filling the air do change in the fall along with the bird calls during migration, and there is a crispness to the air. It’s all so magical. I think it’s amazing how the temperature changes so much daily in the desert. Take care, and I wish you a wonderful fall!
Sincerely,

Diana Cosby, AGC(AW), USN, Ret.
DianaCosby
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· October 8th, 2018 at 9:03 am · Link

Misty Dawn Cecil Wrote: I love the pictures! They are beautiful. I love the Fall season, the colors are amazing and the weather is nice.

~Hi Misty, thank you so much for visiting and for your kind words. I love taking photos, and I’m humbled that you enjoy them as well. I agree, fall is such a magical season, it’s like watching the earth prepare for its winter sleep. Take care, and I hope your fall is wonderful!
Sincerely,

Diana Cosby, AGC(AW), USN, Ret.
Diana Cosby
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· October 8th, 2018 at 9:06 am · Link

Misty Dawn Cecil wrote: I love the pictures! They are beautiful. I love the Fall season, the colors are amazing and the weather is nice.

~Hi Misty, thank you so much for visiting. I love taking photos, and I’m humbled that you enjoy them as well. Fall is amazing on so many levels, it’s like watching the earth prepare for it’s winder’s sleep. Take care, and I hope you have a wonderful fall!
Sincerely,

Diana Cosby, AGC(AW), USN, Ret.
Diana Cosby
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· October 8th, 2018 at 9:08 am · Link

ButtonsMom2003 wrote: That’s a great giveaway!

~Hi ButtonsMom2003, I appreciate your stopping by and so glad you like the mug and tote for the giveaway. I love both, and like the fact that the mug is not only comfortable in your hand, but holds a substantial cup of coffee. 🙂 I hope you have a wonderful fall!
Sincerely,

Diana Cosby, AGC(AW), USN, Ret.
Diana Cosby
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· October 8th, 2018 at 9:15 am · Link

Becky wrote: I love fall for the colors and the cooler weather. I’m hoping by me our leaves will have some color this year some of the leaves started to fall of the trees already but no color to them.
I enjoyed your pictures. Love the with the chipmunk and the one that looks like a female cardinal.

~Hi Becky, thank you so much for stopping by. I agree and love opening up the windows and feeling the cooler air fill the house. The leaves here are starting to turn, but there needs to be a cold snap to bring out the vibrant colors. Thank you so much for your kind words about my photography. I love taking pictures, and I’m humbled that you enjoy them as well. The chipmunk’s name is Ian, and yes, that’s a female cardinal. 🙂 Take care and I hope the leaves on your end turn to gorgeous colors, and I wish you a terrific fall!
Sincerely,

Diana Cosby, AGC(AW), USN, Ret.
Diana Cosby
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· October 8th, 2018 at 9:19 am · Link

Janelle wrote: Hi I love that leaves changing colors on and the smell of camp fires.

Hi Janelle, thank you so much for stopping by. The tang of woodsy campfire smoke in the crisp cool morning air and the vibrant swaths of brilliantly colored leaves are wonderful to enjoy. Take care, and I hope you have a wonderful fall!
Sincerely,

Diana Cosby, AGC(AW), USN, Ret.
Diana Cosby
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· October 8th, 2018 at 9:22 am · Link

Debbie Watson wrote: Love the changing colors of leaves and the cooler weather. Thank you for the chance

~Hi Debbie, I appreciate your stopping by. I love the leaves and cooler weather as well. So refreshing. Take care, and I hope you have a terrific fall!
Sincerely,

Diana Cosby, AGC(AW), USN, Ret.
Diana Cosby
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· October 8th, 2018 at 9:26 am · Link

flchen1 wrote: Thanks for sharing these gorgeous photos! Definitely puts me in the mood for the season!

~Hi flchen1, thank you so much for stopping by and for your kind words about my photography, and how neat that my pictures put you in the mood for fall. 🙂 Take care, and I hope your fall is wonderful!
Sincerely,

Diana Cosby, AGC(AW), USN, Ret.
Diana Cosby
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· October 8th, 2018 at 9:31 am · Link

My deepest thanks for everyone for stopping by, and sharing why fall is special to you.

Delilah, my sincere thanks for inviting me back as a guest on your tremendous blog. An honor.

🙂 After a random drawing, the winner of the tote and mug is Debbie Watson! Congratulations Debbie, Delilah will be contacting you for your mailing information to send to me.

Take care, and I wish each of you a tremendous fall.
Sincerely,

Diana Cosby, AGC(AW), USN, Ret.
Delilah
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· October 9th, 2018 at 7:53 am · Link

Diana, thanks for being a great guest! I’ll get you that information on Debbie. 🙂