Category Archives: My Work
All my written work, books, stories, and poems.
I’m back to work!
Hello,
I’m back home and off to work.
My sisters wedding was beautiful. I was very happy to have spent time with all the family. It was a small but wonderful wedding, one of the best I have been to! Plus it was a mini family reunion! She is so blessed so many people wanted to be there for her joyous day. The only thing missing were my brothers and aunt Christine. I still fel sad that Shane is now in heaven. But I know he is in a better place and I will see him again one day. I just hope he was able to look down and see her day.. Funny, I always though that line was a little cheesy, never thought it was possible. I mean I know they are always wit us.. Bit to say that myself… I feel the dept of those words… Pardon me while I go cry…
My Sister Amelia and I have come a long way in our relationship. I realized we both were a bit envious of each-other.. Silly how envy can tear people apart. I am so happy for her, beyond words. I think both my sisters are blessed with wonderful husbands! Now it’s my turn.. (I know, when the time I right I will have mine. I am not in a hurry!) My nephew was a doll!! I adore him… I miss him tons. I can’t wait till I see them next time!
I’m sorry I meant to keep this short. Last thing….
My files are a mess on the computer and in hard copies, andmy net is limited…. Thank God I have my computer back tho. I can’t wait to finish some of these books… I am so grateful that have the time and help when I need it. I have a bad habit of jumping in headfirst and catching up latter… Now her I am back to work and regretting my quick filing system. I have a lot of organizing, updating, formatting rearranging and lots of writing to do. Where is that personal assistant I’ve been meaning to find… lol… I would love to have an office to go to: with a huge desk, multiple display monitors, several computers, and a staff to help me. Maybe one day? Till then I have a apt, with a small office, 2 filing cabinets full of research and hard copies print0uts of my work, a Great Dane who is leaning when to settle down while I work… Mom said shes never met a Great Dane so hyper… God knew what I needed tho, I would be so bored and lonely with out her. I have a demanding but wonderful neighbors. I love the new place now, tho I have only been actually home here 1 moth, its like living in a yearlong vacation spot out of a book I’d read… So many wonderful wildlife, and I’m up high, so I have great views all around me… Thank you so much for sticking with me and continuing to support me with encouragement and pushing me to work… I have so many books in progress, I’ve narrowed it down to just 3 for now till they are finished…. God bless you all, and I pray you have favor in all you do!
ღ♥ღ Amy Jane Sandberg ღ♥ღ
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Relationship research & Advice…..
After talking with many couples for research and curiosity. The hardest thing they have to overcome is the first admission of feelings. After that it continues to take great courage to trust another person with those feelings. But it doesn’t end there. When the couple can’t be or stay open about their feeling – the relationship starts to fall apart. It is often stressed Communication is the key to making it work. But compromising is equally important to them. Comparability is important too. But not as important. If you know me I’ve had boyfriends, a fiancée. Working on these books made me wonder is there only one person for us, what happens if you miss him or her? Does another come along or will you keep getting chances to win their heart? From what I have witnessed, there are many “will do’s” but also “My one & only”.
Each pairing is always different. That is why love / romance books are so popular and will never end. So many stories to tell. I’ve also wondered is it true the person who confessed love first is top dog in the relationship? I don’t think so. I agree it takes a massive amount of courage to be honest like that. But I truly believe that the best relationships are ones where there is equal respect, honesty, and trust. The last person who confesses first was the key to the start of the New beginning together and gets huge kudos. Sometimes a per has to confess more then once or they take turns. Due to bad timing, or miss understandings. Both parties have equal responsibilities to do to give their best to keep the relationship good. It won’t always be equal. But that’s not an excuse to not try you best. I have a lot more to add to this, but another time another day.
I am encouraged by my research and I have hope my one will come eventually to stay in my heart and life. WHEN the time is right for me. In the meantime keep an eye here on info on my upcoming works. ALSO keep coming back to my blog… it’s in a constant a work in progress as always but there for a reason. God bless you all.
♡Amy Jane ♡
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New Fences.
Hello Dear Friends.
How are you? I feel a bit vain writing these 1 sided blogs… I’d love hearing from you..
With that said, I have moved! I am now surrounded by new fences, literally and I have discovered a bit emotionally, and mentally. I was mostly against this move, if you read my last post, I’ve had to give up a lot. However I have found that so far my new fences have brought me some peace, inside and out. Ill get into that more in a min.
First the news: Following tradition of most every move I’ve had…. I am having computer issues. My laptop cord broke! It took me a few weeks to notice because well.. I haven’t tried getting on due to unpacking, and life.. The bad news is, Now if i order one I may not get it in time for my trip to see my sister, her son, and my soon to be brother in law. Worse news: I don’t know if I can afford it, and I may be gone for up to five weeks. 0.0 Reality tho.. I may not have anytime to be online anyways….. I sure miss Maplestory and Wartune ……
I already miss my dear long distance friends and family… But The break has be a bit nice.. I had time to cool off from an emotional stress that I brought on myself. I was indeed very angry. This being the the third time I can remember being so angry….
My Dear friend Jim always tells me I need to talk about my issues before they come pouring out and nothing make sense only making things worse… Even tho I am a writer when it comes to my emotions, my wants and my needs. Nothing comes out easy. I don’t know why it is so hard for me to speak up or express myself. I tend to end up snapping at someone or putting up a wall, and acting goofy… Granted I act goofy and random in real life because I like to make people smile… But once in a while its a cover. Only one person has ever been able to call me on things and tell me things I needed before i needed it. I am so thankful to have that person in my life. I can’t what I would be like with out that person and other family and friends.
God made me who I am to be. I may make mistakes but I recover fast, I don’t hold grudges, I give people many chances, I love all…. A love only God could have given me for people. I wanna be a fisher of men. I want my life to reflect God’s amazing LOVE… If I fail at everything, except that, I will be fulfilled.. No matter how hard things get!
If your still reading, The move has gone pretty smooth, I live upstairs now. Behind my parents house. LilyBelle my dog loves the new place, and has adjusted really fast. She often gets to ply with my parents dog which has been great fro me. I am not close to being moved in I have the basics, my office is half set up.. I am slowly moving and unpacking boxes … I don’t have much help. but I am managing. I am sure when the time comes I will get the help I need for the rest of my office stuff. I am already dreading my next move. @.@ Only God knows when… I hope not for another year… Or before I get settled! doubt that tho.. lol.. I am sure exercising a lot as a result! Woot!
I have been itching to write but with my laptop down, I can not access my books. I am not very happy about that. Thank God I have notebooks galore! 😛
With all the new changes – fences- I almost feel like a new person. Not so new more liek myself before I let stress change who I am, and how i reacted.. I have a good deal more to go, but its progress. I pray the good changes keep coming and I keep getting improvng, and losing weight. I have places to go, dreams to follow, new fences to jump!
I have a new cell phone, I am still getting used to it…. It is a mini tablet, I can check my emails and webpages, etc via that.. So please E-mail me, Text me, call if you have my info~ if you want it just ask.
~I love ya All!! God bless you today and Always~
╰ღ╮❤╭ღ╯ Amy Jane ╰ღ╮❤╭ღ╯
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Moving again…. Yikes…
Oh My I have so much to say, where do I start….
Yep, I am in the process of moving again…. This makes the 6th move since I left for collage.. Oh my!!! six moves… Wow… >.< I am so ready to be stable… I highly doubt this move will be my last move… I am moving from my the small house I am living in, to a apartment about an hour from where I am now.. I was dragging my feet on the move… Not wanting to go… Even tho the move will open many doors for me… But I changed my mind when I had a visit from the police a few days ago….
Yes the police…. I was doing my normal lazy day things, thinking how boring the day was… When I heard someone passionately knocking on my door. My mind raced wondering whom could it be, as I hurriedly approached the door. The last thing I expected was to find a police officer gun and teaser out… I jumped back in shock, holding tight to my great Danes collar… “Oh you do have a big dog, good.” He said.. “Yes I do.” I replied at a loss for words… “We chased a man Thur your back yard, do I have permission to search for him.” he asked. then asking if I knew the man they were looking for.. I said no and lead him though my house to the back yard… opening the doors since both his hands were full… There were four other police men and two state troopers. Never again will I complain about being board. I was tense the rest of the day and my dog has been on edge too.. Lets just say I’m well ready to move now…. I do not know if they caught him or not. I sure hope so…….
The very next day I find out my move date has been pushed up. I have 2 weeks, to pack and be ready.. Not hard.. I never really unpacked…. Moving is in my blood it seems… I just hoped with all my heart I’d be moving to get married, not to just move…..
It has been a hard few moths.. My big brother passed away the end of may…. I’m still mourning his loss in my future. We were not super close but, he was my hero. I am glad I still have my other brother still.. He has recently re-married. Which is joyful occasion in the hard times my family has been having… More good news my baby sister is getting married in Nov.. I am thrilled for her. I am going to go see her and some other friends in October and of course stay for the wedding… And even better news my parents finally, after three years, found a house to buy. I am so happy for them!!! I truly am!!! God keeps His word.!!!
My new place has a new refrigerator, if you haven’t spoken with me, mine has been bad for a while and I could not afford a new one. God has answered most my prayers…. He is still working on others…. I know I can count on Him tho.. He never lets me down.
As for my work, I am writing a lot more, and will have even more free time to write at my new place. I will be able to text again, if I choose to get a new cellphone… I am in the process of editing my blogs with the help of a friend whom I am paying . I want to better represent my work on my blogs. However when I write my blogs I hardly edit them due to lack of time.. I am trying to change that.
I have been on maplestory and wartune a lot in the mornings and at night when I have time to spare… My energy hasn’t been much at all and I feel spread thin… I have been very sharp with people and my first reactions have been poor unlike my real thoughts and feelings…. I am ashamed of them… I have hurt a dear friend, but on a good note I am leaning to voice my opinions more, and my feelings, instead of being just a peacemaker… I don’t know if its worth it or not, but I want to have the passion for life I once had. I am tired of just drifting and pleasing others only.. I don’t know why I keep getting lost in doing so.. But I am working on my work goals now… And I will stick to it. Please watch me, encourage me, and support me on my endeavor with prayer…
Please, do something silly to make yourself smile, and laugh. It is so important to remember to smile, Life is hard, we have to find some joy in it it… Surprise a friend with a gift, do something special for your self. You are worth it.. Do not let anyone determine who you are. Only you control your thoughts and actions… Take responsibility for them and don’t have regrets…
Well I think that about covers it all in a summery…. I will check back in with you after Sep 3rd once I’m moved…
God bless you today and always, and I pray he keeps you all safe… ~hugs~
╰ღ╮❤╭ღ╯ Amy Jane ╰ღ╮❤╭ღ╯
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Another Short Story Published.
Hello New and Old readers,
I am so happy. A few weeks ago I finally finished my short summery / preview for my book to come.
Once completely Brain Dead; Two comas; Three open heart surgeries; Third person in the world to have her heart completely rebuilt; Three strokes; plus so much more. Yet Alive Strong, and still living life Abundantly! She’s one of a Kind, and lives to serve God, standing on His word – the Bible. Her favorite verse being: “The Devil comes only to steal, kill, and destroy; but I, come to bring life and to bring it Abundantly.” ~John 10:10
http://www.lulu.com/spotlight/AmyJane27 It is free to download. In Pdf and Epub ( for nook and other e readers) format
I am so excited to share this with you all for free. There was a scare; I thought I almost lost it. I had accidentally deleted the project and had trouble re-submitting the work. I contacted them for help, and well… They didn’t help at all. I figured out there was some hidden formatting in my document when I edited it and had to copy just text and re-do all the prior enhancements. Such as: Italics, bold, spaces, headers, and footers.. You need to basically submit an almost clear format free project… Make sure, if you plan on using Lulu.com, you read the info on how your format should be… And does a test run… It is also really easy to edit your work… I really want to share This story with you. The book has been hard to write, very emotional.. But it is getting done.. I Pray you all like it.!!! Thanks!!! Have a great weekend!!!
Have a set goal do your best and allow for unexpected bumps in the road, because they will happen, but keep a smile. Because You will make it, if you do not give up. ~Amy Jane
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The Gift of Love!
Only God knows the heart of a person inside and out… I am not gonna judge anyone. A Sin is a Sin….. All Sin’s have the same punishment.. DEATH! For the wages of sin is death, but the gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord. ~Romans 6:23
But Jesus freed us for our sins. By Giving us a choice to choose Him to be cleansed of sin.. For God so loved the world (YOU) He gave His only begotten son Jesus Christ; so that you may have everlasting life. ~John 3:16 You don’t help people by judging them.. You can dislike / hate what they are doing but.. I don’t like how people are trying to take away our freedoms as a Christian.. Yet the Bible has foretold this day was coming… I choose to fight for Christ and I wanna help save as many people as I can… I am not condoning anything.. But I am also choosing not to hate…. Love is more powerful then hate by far.. Still hate is very dangerous!! People are running away from God in fear….. They don’t wanna be told they are bad…. So my goal is to show them no matter the Sin big or small God loves us!! So many people are dying, and I want them to Know the Lord’s amazing love, grace, mercy….. The way I do… However each person’s relationship is different…. We are surrounded by so many confused, lost people desperately looking for purpose, fulfillment, and Love in their lives…. I know I was born to Share God’s word…. I suffered via the devil, God let it happen. So I can say I was there…. But with God I survived… And look at how awesome He is…… I love you all so much!! However God loves you much much more!!!!
“If my people, who are called by my name, will humble themselves and pray and seek my face and turn from their wicked ways, then will I hear from heaven and will forgive their sin and will heal their land.” -2 Chronicles 7:14
ི♥ྀ Amy Jane ི♥ྀ
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New Song News
Hi Everyone,
I recently heard some good news from Jim Haskett, our printer. He is saying that the books should be finished by Dec. 1 and he will deliver them to me at my house. I have asked him for the first 100 copies and will be happy to send those out to you if you’d like your complementary copy in advance of your order. I don’t know yet what the cost of sending one book will be, so when we get the books, weigh them and find out the shipping costs to your area, I’ll let you know. This has been a long but very eventful year for me and I thank all of you so much for contributing your best to my praise to the Lord Jesus.Look for my next email, the arrival of the books!!!Sincerely, Diane
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New Song changed the Printing Press
Hi Everyone,
A few days ago, Georgia Herod, our New Song assistant editor, flew in to visit me and other friends in northern Utah. She had a wonderful suggestion — that she and I meet the printer and see the setup as the book is being produced.So I called about doing that and this morning, we met with Jim Haskett of Watkins Printing, just outside of Logan, Utah. He said because the coverstock was heavier than the original press machine could handle, they moved the entire project to the offset press (see photos below). This will give us a more professional look but has not added to the costs!Allowing for the Thanksgiving holiday, the forecasted release will be around Tuesday, November 29th. He will verify this with me as time goes on. When complete, he will be delivering all the copies to me and I will then take them to our church bookstore. As soon as those books are available at the bookstore, you will all be hearing from me! If you have any questions, please let me know.Here’s how the book has been advertised by some of you. Thanks so much for all you are doing to get the word out!• One of our writers sent a copy of the cover and the preview copy (attached below) to people in his address book and several responded, sending me an email to order a one or more copies.• Others with web and blogsites have added these same attachments to their sites to inform their friends.• Those with writers’ groups have already ordered copies for their book tables.• Those who go on the road for speaking engagements have also made their orders.More later,DianeIf you would like to use these items, please add this splash from our website: Following the example of the psalmist in Psalm 40, the writers for this collection have remembered their histories with God, describing His rescue, their salvation, His comfort in a time of crisis, or leading when they needed a new direction. They hope that their collective hymn of praise will be an encouragement to you. For questions or to place an order, send Diane Kulkarni an email: dinahwriting09@gmail.com. Checks and credit cards are accepted at www.mscbc.org — click on “A New Song.”Inspirational
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A New Song (update)
Hi Everyone,
I wanted to give you the update as I heard it just now from our printer, Jim Haskett of Watkins Printing. The inside pages of the book are ready and they are waiting for the cover stock, which was on back order, to be delivered either today or tomorrow. Once the right machine is chosen for the binding (the cover stock is heavier than they normally use), they will go forward and finish the project.
So we are so very close to having this book in the mail to you! I can’t wait to see the packages on their way.
Thank you for your patience and as I said earlier, I will notify you when the books are in our church bookstore and the shipping costs can finally be determined.
Sincerely,
Diane
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The Book Has been Published!
Hello My friends and Family,
I am so excited to tell you “A New Song” Has finally Been published!!!
I am not sure where to start. When I was asked to contribute to this book, I became excited at the opportunity to share my story, God’s story! But as I actually sat down to write it, I became afraid, that I would not be able to convey the message properly and that I could disappoint those who may be expecting me to write a masterpiece. I am presently struggling with some books that I also am writing. I am sure God is using this opportunity as a push. He is telling me to just do it, while using this opportunity to boost my confidence too. I know God wants me to share this story in any way that I can. He is opening new doors daily, not just for me but for you as well. We just need to walk through them – even if at times we have to crawl through. Whatever it takes for us to move forward, keep growing, and to help others do the same.
Any ways! Here is a note from the main editor, with the book Poster below.
Hi Everyone,
I just heard from our printer about the book’s final price for 192 pages with contributions from 53 authors, 17 photographers/artists, and a beautiful color cover with semi-exposed Wire-0 binding that allows the book to open flat.
If we order 500– the cost will be $15/book
If we order 1,000 — the cost will be $13/bookSo far, I have received orders for 237. Please let me know how many you plan to order so that I can get the best price.
Thank you,
Diane Kulkarni
A New Song Poster
I’m so happy that is is finally here!! There are so many awesome stories besiides mine in this book. It is a great Testament of God’s work!!! Please check it out for yourself! Email Diane or call her and place your order. I don’t thing it is selling online anywhere.. 😦
I can’t wait to share my story with you all!! I love you, and God Loves you too!!
~Amy Jane
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