"Lord grant me the grace to forgive the one that let me down, the self-esteem to walk away from the one that lied and used me, and the wisdom to love the one who will love me forever."
The rugged side of me enjoys camping and fishing with my boys, the creative side of me likes drawing, reading, writing, and lazy side of me loves cuddling with my honey and watching movies.
Music
I like so many I couldn't possibly name them all. I can listen to just about anything from classical to heavy metal. It really depends on the song and my mood.
Movies
I Love vampire movies. Even the corny B-rated ones. I'm mainly an action movie person. Sometimes I can get into chick-flicks or lovestories, but I'm a "kick-butt-now, ask-questions-later" movie lover. Aeon Flux, Ultraviolet, Van Helsing, Hellboy, Harry Potter, Underworld... Gimme action, baby!
Television
My favorites (Buffy the Vampire Slayer & Angel) were taken off the air, but I can proudly claim to own all season episodes of both. Currently, I like to watch Bones, House, Family Guy, even a little Cartoon Network. (okay, maybe a lot, I've got 4 kids, remember!!!) I'm not much into the reality shows, and I don't keep up with who's singing each week on American Idol. I might sit for an episode or two, but I'm not an avid fan.
Books
Mine? While I enjoy reading suspense, fantasy, and horror, romance will always be my favorite. I currently have two full-length novels,which are available in both print and ebook format, and several short stories all available as ebooks. I'm currently working on several short and full-length novels.
You can read excerpts and see what reviewers are saying about my writing at:
My dad. He's the best. And my boyfriend, he's the sweetest, most wonderful man I've ever met. We have so much fun together. He makes me feel beautiful, loved, and alive. I'm so lucky to have met him. He's damned sexy, too!
I write romance and erotica novels. Most of my writing falls into the paranormal genre, but I've dabbled in contemporary, science-fiction, and dark fantasy.
Shannon Leigh : Found the perfect Tiara to go with my wedding gown. I'm going to look like a princess. Counting the months.
About me:
I'm the mother of four awesome boys--Jacob, Jared, Joshua, and Deacon. They are my life and the best creations I'll ever achieve.
I have a BSN RN from Indiana University and work for the Federal Governament as an Occupational Health Nurse Specialist.
I'm the author of several paranormal romance/eroticas with countless more to go.
I like to have fun and enjoy life. I'm loving, passionate, strong-willed and determined.
I'll be the woman that haunts your dreams and plagues your thoughts long after I'm gone.
I am...
LOVE OR INFATUATION?
Infatuation is fleeting desire, one set of hormones calling to another. It is marked by a feeling of insecurity. You are excited and eager, but not genuinely happy. There are nagging doubts, unanswered questions, little bits and pieces about the relationship that you would just as soon not examine too closely. It might spoil the dream.
Love is friendship that has caught fire. It takes root and grows, one day at a time. It is quiet understanding and mature acceptance of imperfection. It gives you strength and grows beyond you to bolster your beloved. You are warmed by his presence, even when he is away. Miles do not separate you. But near or far, you know he is yours and you can wait.
Infatuation says, "We must get married right away. I can't risk losing him." Love says, "Be patient. Don't panic. Plan your future with confidence."
Infatuation is ruled by sexual excitement. Whenever you are together, you hope it will end in intimacy. Love is not based on sex. It is the maturation of friendship that makes sex so much sweeter and fulfulling. You must be friends before you can be lovers.
Infatuation lacks confidence. When he's away, you wonder if he's being unfaithful. You have a nagging sense that something just isn't right. Sometimes, you check.
Love means trust. You are calm, secure, and unthreatened. He feels your trust, and it makes him even more trustworthy. Infatuation might lead you to do things you will regret, make excuses for his bad behavior, and keep secrets from friends and family lest they disapprove of your relationship. Love never steers you in the wrong direction. Your loved ones feel your happiness and encourage you to continue.
Infatuation breaks you down, destroys your self-confidence and self-esteem. You feel nervous and always on edge, ready to cry at any little indiscretion. Love is elevating. It lifts you up, gives you peace, and makes you better than you were before.
Who I'd like to meet:
Other authors and readers who love the romance/erotic genre as much as I do. And maybe Gerard Butler. (A girl can dream, ya know.)
