“Friends are like bras: close to your heart and there for support.”
~Donna Roberts
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It is my pleasure to introduce today a woman who I greatly admire for her strength, positive attitude, and writing talent: Debby Gies (D. G. Kaye). She is also a very supportive friend. An author of nonfiction memoir she writes about life, matters of the heart and women’s issues. Debby inspires others by sharing stories about events she has encountered and lessons that come along with them.
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Growing up as an emotionally neglected child, she struggled, tormented with guilt, with whether or not she should remain obligated to being a faithful daughter, feeling in debt to her narcissistic mother for giving birth to her. Her first book, Conflicted Hearts is a memoir, written about her journey to seek solace from living with guilt.
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In keeping up with sharing her experiences in life, Debby thought about her turbulent voyage through menopause. No, it wasn’t fun. But in retrospect, she had to laugh when comparing symptoms with friends over some of the craziness of the side effects, so she decided to write Meno-What? A Memoir. The book is a short, humorous accounting of her passage through the hormonal injustice. In that book, she shared some of the many symptoms she encountered, hoping to shed some light and humor on what women may expect or experience at that unpredictable time. She also offers up some helpful hints she found useful for relief.
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Have Bags, Will Travel is a travel memoir of tales and reminiscings from some of Debby’s more memorable trips, which all factor in the same ongoing issues for her – too much luggage! 😀
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Debby’s newest book, P.S. I Forgive You is Book II to Conflicted Hearts, a journey of seeking forgiveness for her narcissistic mother. As her death was approaching, she was forced by conflicting thoughts to reconcile her feelings about her mother and find a way to make peace within herself for her decision to remain estranged, yet find forgiveness for her to send her off with compassion.
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Words We Carry focuses around women’s self-esteem issues. She talks about how and why we develop a low sense of self by using her own life experiences as examples. She shares stories about how she recognized her own shortcomings, and overcame her insecurities, hoping to empower others.
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D. G. Kaye’s writing is raw and honest. She hopes that through her writing others would relate and find that there is always a choice to move from a negative space, and look for the positive.
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In her words . . .
Hi, I’m Debby Gies. I’m a Canadian author, and I write my books under the pen name of D.G. Kaye.
I love to laugh, and self-medicate with a daily dose of humor. When I’m not writing intimate memoirs, you’ll find me writing with humor in some of my other works and blog posts.
When I was a child, I was very observant about my surroundings. Growing up in a tumultuous family life; otherwise known as a broken home, kept me on guard about the on-and-off-going status of my parents’ relationship. I often wrote notes, and journaled about the dysfunction that I grew up in. By age seven I was certain I was going to grow up to be a reporter.
Well life has a funny way of taking detours. Instead, I moved away from home at eighteen with a few meager belongings and a curiosity for life. I finished university and changed careers a few times always striving to work my way up to managerial positions. My drive to succeed at anything I put my mind to led me to having a very colorful and eventful life.
Ever the optimist, that is me. I’ve conquered quite a few battles in life; health and otherwise, and my refusal to accept the word ‘No’, or to use the words ‘I can’t’, keeps me on a positive path in life.
I love to tell stories that have lessons in them, and hope to empower others by sharing my own experiences.
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D.G. Kaye (Debby Gies) writes to inspire others. Her writing encompasses stories taken from events she encountered in her own life, and the lessons she learned from them. Her sunny outlook on life developed from learning to overcome some of the many obstacles that challenged her.
Check out Debby’s Blog:
D. G. Kaye Live. Laugh. Love And Don’t Forget to Breathe!
Connect with her on social media:
Google+
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Is there a narcissist in your life? How does that person affect your life?
Are you going through menopause? Is someone close to you going through menopause? How are you or they dealing with the symptoms?
Do you enjoy traveling? What’s the funniest, scariest, or most shocking experience you’ve had while traveling?
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I hope you enjoyed today’s ‘Spotlight’. Give Debby some love in the comments below.
Vashti, I am truly humbled!!!! Thank you so much for posting about me and my writing here at your beautiful blog. I am so honored and am sharing it everywhere. I’m looking forward to your book and having you as one of my Friday Guest authors,. ❤ xo
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Aww, Debby, you know how I look up to you. You’re an amazing woman. I am more than happy to do this for you. And I would be honored to be a guest on your blog. Thank you. ❤ xx
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Well thank you again. I’m truly touched and I look forward to having you over. We will be in touch. ❤
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Great to see Debby here, Vashti! Well deserved for sure.
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Yes, it’s been a long time coming. Thank you Olga! 😀
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Aw, thanks so much for your support Olga. ❤
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LMFAO – BEST QUOTE EVER!!!!
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Thanks Gigi! 🙂
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Hi GiGi! I knew you would appreciate it. 😉 Thanks for stopping by.
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Breathing! Something so important. (lol) Love to laugh and you are such an inspiration. Truly a funny lady. ❤
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Lol, thanks Annette! You’re pretty funny yourself. 🙂 ❤
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I’m one of those people that tend to hold their breath when in a tense situation. I need to be reminded to take a breath. Ha, ha! Thanks for your visit and comment, Annette! 😀 xx
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Reblogged this on firefly465.
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Aw, thanks Adele. ❤
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Thanks for the reblog, Adele! 😀
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My pleasure, Vashti x
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deeply beautiful, such organized interview, valuable details. Bravo!
I will be happy to take a part in your interview…
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Thank you Mihran! I’m happy you enjoyed it. 😀
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A terrific post Vashti and lovely to see Debby here in the spotlight.. hugs to you both. x
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Thanks a bunch Sal. 🙂 ❤ xx
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Thank you Sally! ❤ xx
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What an absolute honour to have the very talented and professional writer, Debby Kaye, follow me in your spotlight lineup feature, Vashti.
Hugs to you both.
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Thank you so much Hugh for your lovely praise. I loved finding you featured here and suddenly I found myself here. Such an honor. 🙂 ❤
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I love surprises like these, Debby. You’re very welcome. 💝
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Me too Hugh. ❤
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Yay! I’m so glad you’re happy. Thank you! ❤ xx
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What a marvellous post about Debby’s books. I was so pleased to read it!
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Thank you Robbie! I’m glad you enjoyed it. I was happy to do it. Debby’s great! 😀 xx
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Thank you Robbie 🙂
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It’s great to see Debby over here and the line up of her books. A prolific writer and blogger extraordinaire. 😀
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You’re absolutely right! When I grow up I want to be just like Debby. 😉 Thank you for stopping by and for your comment. 😀
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Ha ha. Me too!
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Lollllllllllllllllllll Vashti!!!!! You’re so cute! ❤
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Oh my, thank you so much Diana. I’m humbled. 🙂 xx
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This is an outstanding post, Vashti, not only for the content (love my friend Debs), but also for the display and your comment on each of Debby’s books. Anyone would be honored to be a guest on your blog ~ you make them shine 🌟💖
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Hello Tina! It’s lovely to see you here and your comment makes me so happy. I cannot take credit for all of it since I took inspiration from Debby’s blog. I’m very fond of Debby also. She’s a wonderful and inspiring person and her books are fantastic. You’re very sweet, thank you! ❤
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You’re welcome, Vashti. Well deserved ❤
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Thank you so much for spreading your kindness Tina. ❤
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Always, my friend ❤
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Reblogged this on Stevie Turner, Indie Author. and commented:
I always enjoy reading Debby’s books.
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Hi! Thank you for the reblog, Stevie! 😀
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You’re welcome.
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Thank you so much Robbie for your lovely comment and for sharing. ❤
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Thank you so much Stevie. 🙂 x
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It showed up!
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I think WP is acting up. I’ve thanked Stevie 3 times since she commented and it won’t show up? 🙂
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You went to spam for a little while but you’re back. Sorry about that. I don’t know why it happened.
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Thanks for fishing me out Vashti. I knew it! It’s not just your blog. This happens to me a few times a year. I also am finding regular visitors at my blog in spam too. WP demons! ❤
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Ha, ha! I’m going to have to make it a habit to check my spam folder once a week, just in case someone’s lost in there. 😉
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That’s what I do. You’d be surprised to see who you find in there. 🙂 xx
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A wonderful post for Debby! Thank you for sharing, Vashti. I’m now following your blog as well. 🙂
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Hi Natalie! I’m very happy you enjoyed the post. It was my pleasure doing this for Debby. She’s a wonderful person and talented writer. Thank you very much. I’ll go check out your blog as well. 😀 xx
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Thanks a bunch Natalie. Lovely to see you here and you’re in for treats now that you’re following Vashti. ❤
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Great to see Debby here, Vashti. It’s a lovely spotlight for her… Well done!
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Thank you Kev! It was fun and a real pleasure. Thanks for stopping by and for the sweet comment. 😀
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My pleasure, Vashti!
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Thanks so much Kev. 🙂
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This is a lovely tribute to Debby. She is one of the most generous bloggers I have come across.
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Thank you Barbara! I’m delighted to feature her here and I’m happy that everyone enjoyed the post, including her. 😀
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Oh, thanks so much Barb. ❤
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Well done Vashti and Debbie, this is so very well deserved my lovely. Hugs and much love flowing to you. ❤ xXx ❤
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Hello Jane! Thank you very much and you’re right, it’s well deserved.
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Thank you my lovely friend Jane. ❤ xo
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A lovely feature on Debby and all her books – I like how they are all given such a clear space of their own and succinctly summarized. Having known her on WP for quite a while I know she is humble about herself and her work on blogging so this spotlight is well-deserved. 😀 Take a bow, Debby!!😀❤️
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Hello Annika! Debby has it organized that way in her book page on her blog. I wanted to introduce her to a different audience and hopefully new readers. She deserves this and more. 😀
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Thank you Annika for your most kind and generous words. 🙂 ❤
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Love seeing Deb around the internet. Something about the way she puts ideas always makes me smile. Cheers me up.
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Thanks so much for the lovely compliment Jacqui. ❤
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Hello Jacqui! That’s so sweet. It’s wonderful that you found us. 😀
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Hi Vashti, you certainly picked a GREAT woman to feature here 🙂 Debby is so supportive in the blogging world and a wonderful writer to boot – great combo! I enjoyed this feature on her so much. Thank you ♥
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Thank you, Christy! I completely agree, Debby is a very supportive and talented friend. I’m happy you enjoyed it. ❤ xx
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Aw, thank you so much for visiting to read here and for your most lovely comment and compliment Christy. ❤
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Vashti, how wonderful that you’ve spotlighted Debby and her books on your blog! Debby is always able to put a smile on my face no matter how serious the subject matter. She is a tremendous advocate of other writers and bloggers. Debby is simply a wonderful friend and I’m blessed to have found her through the blogging world. Love and hugs to you and to Debby.
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What a sweet and truthful comment. I completely agree. Thank you for stopping by I appreciate the support. ❤ xx
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Hi. Vashti what a lovely well written post and presented so well, thank you as always for sharing.
Hello to you Debby lovely to meet you, I love your spirit, so generous to share your journey. Keep up the positivity it is infectious 😊
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Thank you Jaye! Lovely to see you. I hope all is well with you. ❤ xx
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I am not too bad but crazy busy with card orders but loving it, one day I will finally get on top of things lol 😂. I can only imagine how busy you are re your new book etc, take care honey 😘
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I’m happy you’re doing well with your cards. Yes, I’m definitely hustling, but then how else can you make your dreams come true? 😉 Thank you and take care of yourself too. ❤
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