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Ashley@Briefly's avatar

So inspired by you and proud of you! Huge congrats Joan!

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Barbara Boyle's avatar

Both books look terrific!!!! I can't wait to get back to SFO and read about Jo, waiting for me. Congrats, Joan. You DID IT!!!

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Joan Fernandez's avatar

Thank you, Barbara!

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Virginia McCullough's avatar

Congratulations on your thrilling accomplishment. It’s been such a joy being one of your writing companions in the path. Fortunately, what’s happening now never gets old! Enjoy every minute!

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Joan Fernandez's avatar

I love this: "Fortunately, what's happening now never gets old!" It feels good to simply be grateful.

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Cynthia Anderson's avatar

Congratulations Joan! 👏

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Joan Fernandez's avatar

Thank you Cynthia!

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Rachel Stone's avatar

Huge congratulations Joan!! So happy you stayed the course!!

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Joan Fernandez's avatar

Thanks Rachel!

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Heather Dodge Martin's avatar

Thanks for sharing your journey! It's very inspiring. Way to go!

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Joan Fernandez's avatar

You're pretty inspiring yourself. :)

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Robyn Wolper's avatar

Joan- Love this!!! You had such a meaningful impact on me when I worked with you years ago. It’s been a joy to stay connected through your blog over the years. I continue to learn and admire you from afar. Congratulations on this amazing accomplishment — so well deserved! Can’t wait to read the book!!!

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Joan Fernandez's avatar

Hi Robyn! So fun to hear from you! It feels like yesterday that we worked together and then I'd see you occasionally in the cafeteria - good times :) Thank you for your kind wishes. I hope our paths will cross again.

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Shelley Blanton-Stroud's avatar

I love this. My second grandson was born in a car last week. So maybe he’s going places to!

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Joan Fernandez's avatar

No doubt!

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Patty W Warren's avatar

Congrats!! So proud of all you have accomplished with this book and you nailed it! It's a terrific book! I love 'Saving Vincent." Jo's story inspires me every day. Keep going and enjoy every minute of this success! You have earned it!

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Joan Fernandez's avatar

Thank you, Patty!

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Mary B Hansen's avatar

Congratulations!!! You reminded me of my early writing and promises I made to myself to write and become an author. I am so excited for you and to read the book!

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Joan Fernandez's avatar

Nothing like a promise kept. Thank you, Mary!

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Amy L Bernstein's avatar

Huge congratulations! Ah, this journey...I know it well. We scale mountains, one at a time. So glad you stepped into your creative life!

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Joan Fernandez's avatar

Next mountain, here we come! Thank you, Amy!

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Jenn Todling's avatar

It’s here and you did it! I’m emotional celebrating you and this transformation and turning the could into a did! And for feeling RESTED for bringing this goal to completion. I’m so thankful to be on this journey together and can’t wait to dig into Jo’s story- huge congratulations friend!!! Happy pub day!

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Joan Fernandez's avatar

It's all so crazy. So grateful! Thank you, Jenn!

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Gabi Coatsworth's avatar

This is a terrific book congratulations! And I love the interview too. Your enthusiasm for Jo is infectious! Happy Book Birthday! 🎉🎉🎉

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Joan Fernandez's avatar

Thank you, Gabi!

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