The notoriously awards-shy Bundeswehr has started to issue these little badges to German veterans to give them a little something that confirms their status and lets them show their service. I got mine in the mail the other day. It’s not a military award for the uniform, just a lapel pin. The motif is the Iron Cross, the old military award of Germany and the official vehicle marker of Bundeswehr tanks and aircraft, overlaid with the Bundesadler, the Federal eagle. It’s a small gesture that didn’t cost them very much per individual, but it’s something, I suppose.
I got a little busier with my developmental edits for DESCENT than I had expected. I also took off a week to go out of town and visit a friend in Pittsburgh, so I didn’t make any progress on the novella. The edits are almost complete, so I’ve picked up the pen and got things moving again.
There’ll be news on SCORPIO soon, so stay tuned for that. I also have a box of author copies, so I guess it’s time for the traditional giveaway so some of you get signed copies for an early read (and I don’t drown in paperbacks at home.) I’ll get that underway this coming weekend.
I think your award is awesome. You should wear it with pride.
Thoroughly enjoyed Scorpio on NetGalley but my heart lies with Descent. Will that title be offered on NetGalley as well? While I always buy a hard copy (support your favorite authors), reading it as early as possible is a special treat. And leaving a great review!
Congratulations on the award. It may not be expensive but it means something. It represents what you did and what you accomplished. It’s awesome