Jim and I are celebrating 45 years of marriage.
Yesterday, I (Nikoo) turned 65.
Thirty years ago, our first book, The Thistle and the Rose, was published.
And this year, we’ll become grandparents again—twice!
Amidst these celebrations, there's also the reality that my cancer is on the move again. Milestones come in all varieties.
When I started this second line of treatment, my oncologist mentioned its expected effectiveness was around seven months. Well, my body must have been listening, because it’s time for a change. I’m still undergoing tests and considering the next course of treatment. But right now, Jim and I are focused on all the good things that surround us.
I want to share part of a message I wrote for World Cancer Day on our cancer blog:
“We don’t all have the same battles, but we all have the power to make a difference. Be kind. Help a neighbor. Support research. Lift someone up. Small acts ripple into something greater. For those wondering how to help: fund research, show up for a friend, spread compassion. Because hope isn’t just a word—it’s action.”
On the writing front (my anchor during stressful times), we’re making great strides with Harbor View, our cozy fantasy series. Set in a charming New England town, it features an eclectic cast of characters, two ghosts, and a murder mystery. We’re on track to complete the first book by March—and stay tuned, as we’ve already outlined five books in the series!
If you enjoy our books, please help spread the word—tell a friend, a neighbor, or your local library. Visiting our bookstore and supporting our work means the world to us. We appreciate you every day.