It’s an absolute pleasure and honour to be part of this amazing group – a big thanks to all the other Foxes and the Hound. And, jeez, do I have big shoes to fill.
Ok – so not only am I the newbie in fox-town, nope, I’m also allowed to have the last word for the year. The pressure is on! So let’s go out on a big bang!
Anyway. My name is Iris Blobel. Hard to read, harder to pronounce and nobody gets it right. I’m an author of three romance novels, which are mainly based here in Australia, as well as Ireland. German born and raised, I now call Australia home. And I do love it! Married, with two beautiful girls, life’s great! I work part-time at a local school and once a week I host a German program at VoiceFM. So, yes I’m busy. And no, I have no idea why I said yes to another job on my plate. But I kinda have the feeling this is going to be fun. Lotsa fun!
So I’m hoping that I will somehow not only get you to know me and desperately fall in love with my stories (LOL), nope, I also hope to give you a little taste of what Australia is like. Oh, and I hope to get to talk about books. I love reading books. And music. I love music … oh I can see already this is going to be good.
Anyway, the last day of 2012. Let’s go out with a Big Bang. No Sheldon, I’m afraid, but a free copy of my first novel “Sweet Dreams, Miss England”. Just hop over to Smashwords, add this code to the check out CD54P .. and voila – it’s yours. ENJOY .
And a happy 2013.
Cheers, Iris
Angela Schroeder
Patricia Kiyono
Elaine Cantrell
Jeff Salter
Joselyn
Tonette Joyce
Four Foxes, One Hound 
Awww… great post, Iris. I know what you mean about having ‘extra’ jobs lol
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Hi Kelly! Thank you so much for stopping by. The group of foxes, and yes the hound, seem to be a great bunch of people it was just too good to have passed this opportunity! I’ll manage …. like everything else …. with a good dose of humour!
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Hi Iris, glad you could make it over here to Jeff’s blog. Love your radio show and your books.
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Thank you soooo much Lindsay! And remember …. you still owe me an interview 😉
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Welcome,Iris! When Jeff asked for nominations to fill our dear ‘departed’ Danica’s slot, I brought your name up.I had enjoyed your guest blog and comments here…but I won’t take all the credit; Jeff brought you in to start with! Were going to miss that character Danica, but
I know you will be an asset. I’m sure we will all be happy to hear about your heritage and your adopted county, and anywhere else you have been and what is up-your-sleeve. I’m glad you are making time for us.
(BTW, you were worried about time differences and being late? Don’t worry; you were here early!)
I enjoy names; can you spell your last name phonetically for us?
I’ll be reading every post!
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Hi Tonette! So when hubby and the girls are screaming for my attention I can just blame you …. LOL. That’s a lot of pressure you’re placing on my shoulders. I look forward to being part of this wonderful group and hopefully I can at least fill half of Danica’s shoes!
I was early ? Well … very unusual for me. Just don’t tell anybody!
It’s less the last name, but my first name. I’ve kept the German pronounciation which is more like the “Irr” in irresponsible or the one I like better “Irrisistable” 😉
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Irrisistable — love it.
I had an uncle named Ian … and he (and everybody else) pronounced it Eye-an.
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…. sounds Irish ???
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Ir-is-istable! LOVE IT!!!
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🙂
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No pressure,Iris! I would never have brought you up had I not had confidence,no, knowledge that you would add a lot.After all, you have guested and commented well. Take a breath!
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I know exactly what you mean about taking on another job with so much already on your plate. When it’s something you enjoy like this, you’ll manage to make time. Looking forward to reading your posts!
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Thank you Patty! Righteo. If you like something you find the time …. Thanks for stopping by !
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Delighted to have you on board the crazy ship, Iris.
I’m still hoping we can work out some sort of gambling scam … since you live in a world that is about 13-14 hours ahead of mine. I’ve got a scheme in mind where you can email me the results of the Super Bowl in time for me to place a bet even before the game begins here.
Now, I’m no scientist — like your buddy Sheldon — but surely that plan will work.
Right?
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Sheldon, my good man !!! LOL …. yup the Super Bowl …. tried that. Wouldn’t work. Really a shame. We even tried the thing with the Lotto …. didn’t work either. So, Jeff, I guess it’s back to writing and earn money the hard way 😉
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yeah, that’s definitely the hard way.
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… but better than some of the alternatives 🙂
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Great opening post Iris. Blest wishes to the fox and all hounds for 2013 😉
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thanks for the good wishes, Sherry
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Thanks Sherry. All the best for you as well!!!
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Thanks, Sherry! Same to you & your family.
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Thank you, Sherry! I hope you and your have a wonderful 2013!
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Welcome to the lair!! Glad to have you as the Monday fox. can’t wait to see what you have to share.
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The pressure is on …… Thanks Jill. I can’t wait either what I come up with. it’s certainly is a great challenge 😉
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Welcome to the group, Iris. I’ve been keeping an eye on 4F1H since it’s inception and it’s been a lot of fun. I look forward to your blogs and learning more about Australia. It’s the top of my bucket list for places I want to visit.
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Not only has Laurie been a very loyal visitor to 4F1H … but she was also a Guest Fox!
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Thanks Laurie. I hope u will make it to Australia one day. It is truly a beautiful place
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Happy New Year, I look forward to reading your posts.
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Happy new year to u as well and thanks for stopping by.
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Welcome to the blog, Iris! We’re glad to have you with us!
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Thank u Micki. It’s been a great welcome. It’s very humbling.
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