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Chautona Havig

Chautona Havig

Using story to connect YOU to the Master Storyteller

Help Me? 5 Things I Want to Know about YOU

by Chautona Havig · 167 Comments

“… and then we went to this little cafe–no, wait.  First, we stopped at one of those roadside gift shops?  Oh, it was all just junk. But, we were good tourists and…”

You know the person. You’ve been there.  Everyone is discussing the goofiest souvenir they ever purchased when someone pipes up and instead of sharing his, he begins a narrative that ends not only the discussion but the party, too.

Sometimes blogs feel like that.

I mean, I sit here every week (sometimes multiple times a week) and share these long, rambly stories of my childhood, my crazy family, or something that taught me about something else.

I love it, okay?  I love reliving the good and bad times and seeing what the Lord has done in my life.  It’s wonderful.  Other times I spout off my opinions.  Because that’s what a blog is for–permission to climb up on that soapbox and pontificate your solutions to life’s evils and ills.  It’s fun.

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I want to get to know you better.

Note:: There are no affiliate links in this post, but if there were (and if I were a good blogger there would be), they would provide me with a bit of a commission at no extra expense to you. I’m not supposed to tell you what I do with those, but it starts with a D, ends with an S and has a couple of Ns set off by an E and a Y.  *whistles*  Apparently, I’m not allowed to express my gratitude for you purchasing through my affiliate links either.  So, I’m not SAYING thank you at all. Nope.  Feeling… well, the rules didn’t say anything about that.

Where was I?  Oh, yeah.  I want more than just a one-sided discussion!  I want to get to know you guys. You come here, you read, you participate in all my goofiness (thanks for humoring me!!!), and I try to show my appreciation with the episodes or gift cards now and then, but that still doesn’t help me know you.  Who are you?  Are you the willing wallflower who hides in corners and delights to watch the rest of the party revel in the socialness of it all?  Or are you the center of attention, the life of every party.  Are funerals safe around you?  Just askin’…

Okay, those aren’t even things I thought of when I decided just to ask.  Yep!  I’m ASKING.

I even created an easy survey so I can get to know you better.

That’s right, five simple questions.  That’s it. And one of them I even showed you how to “get an out” on it.  That’s right. I went there.  Just for you.  So, I’m going to stop yammering and ask you to take the survey.  And when you’re done, don’t forget to leave a comment.

Seriously, have a fabulous day!  I so wish I could show you the ridiculous video I tried to make that wouldn’t upload.  LOL.

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  1. Anne L. Rightler says

    August 14, 2017 at 8:00 pm

    I wasn’t really very informative on the survey! 🙂 I’m kind of a boring person.

    Reply
  2. Carol says

    August 6, 2017 at 5:10 am

    i took the surgery. Thank you

    Reply
    • Chautona Havig says

      August 6, 2017 at 2:43 pm

      Thank you! I should be drawing this week.

      Reply
  3. Linda says

    August 5, 2017 at 1:41 pm

    I took the survey from here in England

    Reply
    • Chautona Havig says

      August 5, 2017 at 2:52 pm

      Thank you!! That’s so cool

      Reply
  4. Kathy says

    August 3, 2017 at 6:46 pm

    I did your survey. So glad you are bringing back the serial episode this summer. I thought you weren’t going to finish it!

    Reply
    • Chautona Havig says

      August 3, 2017 at 7:41 pm

      Well, that section here and section there wasn’t working. LOL!

      Reply
  5. CutePolarBear says

    August 3, 2017 at 11:03 am

    I took the survey! 🙂

    CutePolarBear

    Reply
    • Chautona Havig says

      August 3, 2017 at 1:16 pm

      Thank you! I really do appreciate it!

      Reply
  6. Paula says

    August 3, 2017 at 8:26 am

    I hit the wrong button and did not get to comment! That should tell you enough about me right there!!!???

    Reply
    • Chautona Havig says

      August 3, 2017 at 1:17 pm

      MMMWWAAAHAHAHAH

      Reply
  7. Pam says

    August 2, 2017 at 5:27 pm

    That was a fun survey and different than I anticipated. Love your books, they make me laugh, cry, feel the characters you write about. I hear you on the heat; it was 101 here again today but starting to cool down. Blessings!

    Reply
    • Chautona Havig says

      August 2, 2017 at 5:43 pm

      Thanks! I wanted it easy and not the same old, same old!

      Reply
  8. Jennifer M. says

    August 2, 2017 at 4:36 pm

    I love being social, but only after I get to know you. I am just as happy sitting in the corner people watching and occasionally overhearing others conversations wishing I could write a book… Lind of like someone in dennys. Lol! I love laughing. In fact at a cousins bridal shower recently another cousin and I were laughing so hard over her difficulties actually getting food to her mouth while trying to talk with her hands that we practically had to run to the bathroom. It made some think we were drunk (we weren’t) and others got joy from watching us have fun. I love bringing joy to others hearts.

    Reply
    • Chautona Havig says

      August 2, 2017 at 5:44 pm

      Oh, I so get you. We could just go to Denny’s and write together. This could be a thing. Next time I’m in your neck of the woods, let me know. We’ll make this happen!

      Reply
  9. Anne Payton says

    August 2, 2017 at 3:44 pm

    Well, I had almost shared my secret with you in your 5 question survey, when my hand slipped and I was surprised to find that I had sent my final “book wish” before I finished! Bummer! But, I did want to tell you that I really enjoy your writing for several reasons:
    1. You create believable characters and memorable plots that are consistent with Christian values and inspire me to walk closer with Christ.
    2. You have an incredible gift of interweaving plot lines within other plots! (I admire that – Anne McCaffrey comes to mind as the only other author I have read who can do that and not confuse me.)
    3. Your writing makes me consider you a friend! – and one I could sit down and visit comfortably with for – oh, say – a few hours at a time (frequently, to be sure!).
    4. I can’t wait for new installments in all of your series. I’d ask you to write faster, but you are so prolific already the request is nonsensical!
    5. You make me want to end all of my comments to you with exclamation points!

    Reply
    • Chautona Havig says

      August 2, 2017 at 3:53 pm

      Your response just made my day. Seriously. It’s hot, CRAZY humid, my lungs are full of gunk, and my book is almost done. I have a house masquerading as a disaster movie, and I really need a nap (just woke up an hour or so ago). But I think I’m ready to dive in and get this thing done. WOOT.
      And if I’m ever talking about being in your area, be sure to let me know so we can get coffee. (But I’ll take Coke, thanks!)

      Reply
  10. Alicia G says

    August 2, 2017 at 3:43 pm

    🙂 Yes that was fun answering your questions. My book title was The Outcome…. Thanks it felt good to tell the reason for it. 🙂

    Reply
    • Chautona Havig says

      August 2, 2017 at 3:54 pm

      OO…. I love that title. OFf to see what it’s about!

      Reply
  11. Jane says

    August 2, 2017 at 2:28 pm

    (finishing my last answet…) A courtship story. 3 rules: wait till you’re ready or almost ready for marriage before pursuing an exclusive relationship, involve people you trust and who love you (ie, parents) in the process, and engage your brain before letting go of your heart. Worked like a charm in our family, looked different every time, and I have 7 happily married kids. I hate romances that take people to the altar without asking hard lifestyle questions. (I don’t consider you guilty ;-).)

    Reply
    • Chautona Havig says

      August 2, 2017 at 3:44 pm

      I’ve got similar plans for Aggie’s kids… showing both sides of the coin. 🙂

      Reply
      • Jane says

        August 3, 2017 at 5:52 am

        Love it! And I know there are some crazy ideas out there–not advocating that. But we learn so much by modeling and most of the models out there are far more about infatuation than wisdom.

        Reply
  12. Lora says

    August 2, 2017 at 2:06 pm

    I’d like to see your responses.

    Reply
    • Chautona Havig says

      August 2, 2017 at 3:45 pm

      I’ll try to remember to add them in when I write about this! Thanks for a great idea!

      Reply
  13. Elisabeth says

    August 2, 2017 at 12:40 pm

    I think you do an amazing job at making your readers feel included! Just saying.

    Reply
    • Chautona Havig says

      August 2, 2017 at 3:45 pm

      Aw, thanks. That’s exactly how I want it to be… interaction, not pontification!

      Reply
  14. Kate says

    August 2, 2017 at 12:03 pm

    That was a fun survey! Thank you for wanting to get to know us better, and I hope the answer to what book we want will have results. 😀

    Reply
    • Chautona Havig says

      August 2, 2017 at 3:46 pm

      I fully intend to play with those–even if just imaginary synopses to let folks vote on which one becomes a “thing.”

      Reply
  15. Diane Sidener says

    August 2, 2017 at 11:47 am

    Thanks for your faithful writing, I love your books and always look forward to seeing what you’re up to. I admit to really wanting to see the next books in the Prairie and Highlands series, and more of your Rockland stories. I’d LOVE to move to HearthLand!!!

    Reply
    • Chautona Havig says

      August 2, 2017 at 3:47 pm

      Seaside was supposed to finish up this year, but I have been playing with it and I think I’ve made it better by waiting. So maybe 2018!!!

      Reply
      • Diane Sidener says

        August 2, 2017 at 5:27 pm

        Clearly another opportunity to exercise patience 😉

        Reply
        • Chautona Havig says

          August 2, 2017 at 5:43 pm

          I’m all about helping you in your spiritual growth. You’re welcome. Ahem.

          Reply
          • Diane Sidener says

            August 2, 2017 at 5:54 pm

            LOL, and gee, thanks :/

  16. Katherine says

    August 2, 2017 at 11:06 am

    Thus was fun! I appreciate you wanting to get to know us!

    Reply
    • Chautona Havig says

      August 2, 2017 at 3:48 pm

      Getting to know you, getting to know all about you. Getting to like you, gettign to hope you like me. 🙂 I love getting to know you guys! I have the BEST readers EVER. I kind of feel sorry for other authors, actually!

      Reply
  17. Barbara Palmer says

    August 2, 2017 at 11:02 am

    I wrote a comment, but I think it disappeared. I won’t write all that again. I do love your books and thank God for the talent He has given you!

    Reply
    • Chautona Havig says

      August 2, 2017 at 3:58 pm

      It made it. But a bunch came in at once, so the site filed them in spam just in case. I sorted it out. And here yours are. Thank you for being so kind to me!

      Reply
  18. Barbara Palmer says

    August 2, 2017 at 10:57 am

    It took me some trouble to get to this section on your site. I need one of these young well-versed people to help. I love your books and only wish I had friends who read. Only a man at church who is a speed and has borrowed a lot of my books. Of course that is the only objection I have to the Kindle. I only knew a preacher’s wife and she had a Nook. I’m thankful to God who has given you this wonderful talent!

    Reply
    • Chautona Havig says

      August 2, 2017 at 3:57 pm

      Aw, Barbara! Thanks. And many Kindle books can be loaned, but both people have to have a Kindle/app. And each one can only be loaned once. 🙁 I wish you lived closer. We could swap books. Squee!

      Reply
  19. Lori Smanski says

    August 2, 2017 at 10:55 am

    well this was fun. Have a fabulous end of the summer

    Reply
    • Chautona Havig says

      August 2, 2017 at 3:59 pm

      YAY! I’m so glad it’s fun. I didn’t want it to be a pain, you know? And you quilt. Aaah.. I love quilting.

      Reply
  20. Cordially Barbara says

    August 2, 2017 at 10:51 am

    I’m a sucker for surveys…so I got your email and I had to come over and chip my opinion into the batch!

    Reply
    • Chautona Havig says

      August 2, 2017 at 4:00 pm

      WOOT! I love that you did that. You made my day! *raises glass… “Cheers!”*

      Reply
  21. Kim Gregory says

    August 2, 2017 at 10:41 am

    I would love to be entered! What a great idea you had here! I bet you found out some wonderful things from your quirky and diverse readers. We have to be quirky – just like some of your characters – and diverse because that is how you write – you go in so many different directions you keep us hopping! Thank you for sharing your gift with us. We do so appreciate it.

    Reply
    • Chautona Havig says

      August 2, 2017 at 3:49 pm

      Quirky people are the best… even if their quirk is that they have no quirks! I mean, talk about quirky! 😀

      Reply
  22. Diane Staples says

    August 2, 2017 at 10:36 am

    I took your survey. Thanks for entering me in the drawing.

    Reply
    • Chautona Havig says

      August 2, 2017 at 3:49 pm

      Thank you so much! Good luck!

      Reply
  23. Gladys Mills says

    August 2, 2017 at 9:14 am

    I just took your survey about getting to know me. It was great! I love your books and your insight to life. I always wish my life could be a little simplier sometimes. thanks for the time. Gladys

    Reply
    • Chautona Havig says

      August 2, 2017 at 3:50 pm

      Oh, the simple life. It might be a dream, ut man… what a dream!

      Reply
  24. Dacia says

    August 1, 2017 at 5:38 am

    Fun ‘quiz’, and this is so you! You are such a caring person. And my favorite author!

    Reply
    • Chautona Havig says

      August 1, 2017 at 6:11 am

      Aw… I blush. And I’m grateful that you didnt find it annoying!

      Reply
  25. Shelia Garrison says

    July 31, 2017 at 12:55 pm

    I did your survey. I would like to be in your drawing for a gift card at Amazon.

    Reply
    • Chautona Havig says

      July 31, 2017 at 4:18 pm

      Thank you! I thought I’d be drawing by now, but I keep getting more responses, so I’m going to wait a few more days!

      Reply
  26. tami says

    July 31, 2017 at 6:17 am

    I enjoy reading and you always bring a smile to my face:)))

    Reply
    • Chautona Havig says

      July 31, 2017 at 6:24 am

      Aw, thanks! I try but that just means I’m very trying.

      Reply
  27. LaShea says

    July 30, 2017 at 6:11 pm

    Thanks for creating the survey so you can get to know your fans better. That’s was fun, especially the last question. By the way… I’m so excited for new Vintage Wren episodes!!!!

    Reply
    • Chautona Havig says

      July 30, 2017 at 8:40 pm

      The first one is already scheduled for Wednesday. Coming up… THE AFTERMATH. D:

      Reply
  28. Chrys says

    July 30, 2017 at 1:03 pm

    The survey was fun. I have to say that I have read a lot of books but I always come back to yours. You have such a way with stories, I can’t wait for the next! Thank you for all your hard work.

    Reply
    • Chautona Havig says

      July 30, 2017 at 1:53 pm

      Oh, thank you! That is so encouraging. And yes, there are a lot of great authors out there. I wish I had time for more, frankly!

      Reply
  29. Traci says

    July 30, 2017 at 11:38 am

    Thank you for caring

    Reply
    • Chautona Havig says

      July 30, 2017 at 1:53 pm

      You know what? Thank you for taking the time to reassure me that it SHOWS that I care. Because I’m not always good at that, you know?

      Reply
  30. Leah Spencer says

    July 29, 2017 at 5:09 pm

    I was expecting a lot more nosy questions… let down my guard and wham! The last question threw me off. 😀 But I’ll be more than happy to fill out surveys in the future, or even just answering questions.

    Reply
    • Chautona Havig says

      July 29, 2017 at 10:01 pm

      YAY! I didn’t want it to be too much of a burden, but I did want the answers to help me provide the best content I can for you guys!

      Reply
  31. Bren says

    July 29, 2017 at 6:48 am

    Love reading your books and your blog. You are SO real. Have a wonderful day!

    Reply
    • Chautona Havig says

      July 29, 2017 at 10:27 am

      Some would say REALly weird, but hey! I’ll take it! You have a great day, too!

      Reply
  32. Kristen Sniadowski says

    July 28, 2017 at 7:27 pm

    filled out the survey – thanks for always being in touch with your fans!

    Reply
    • Chautona Havig says

      July 28, 2017 at 9:47 pm

      Thank you for doing it! It’s so much fun!

      Reply
  33. Amelia says

    July 28, 2017 at 4:08 pm

    I filled out the survey. Thanks!

    Reply
    • Chautona Havig says

      July 28, 2017 at 9:48 pm

      Thanks for doing it!

      Reply
  34. Lena Stumper says

    July 28, 2017 at 4:07 pm

    [email protected] – did the survey 🙂

    Reply
    • Chautona Havig says

      July 28, 2017 at 9:48 pm

      Thanks, Lena!

      Reply
  35. Pat Fenstermaker says

    July 28, 2017 at 3:29 pm

    Hey, this is Pat and I answered your questions.

    Reply
    • Chautona Havig says

      July 28, 2017 at 9:48 pm

      Hey, Pat! Thanks for doing that!

      Reply
  36. Rebecca Jones says

    July 28, 2017 at 2:48 pm

    Fun survey. Thanks!

    Reply
    • Chautona Havig says

      July 28, 2017 at 9:49 pm

      Thanks for taking it!

      Reply
  37. Emma says

    July 28, 2017 at 11:48 am

    What a fun survey! I might have missed a question, though. One seemed to disappear when I clicked to begin.

    Reply
    • Chautona Havig says

      July 28, 2017 at 12:07 pm

      So weird! I’m sorry. I’ll have to see if they’re all there or not.

      Reply
  38. Tina at Mommynificent says

    July 28, 2017 at 11:15 am

    That was fun!!! I’m a coffee girl – I even drink decaf because I love the taste! I have a fifth child who keeps me busier than the other four combined ever have. I missed something about the launch team judging from the comments. I’m sad you still haven’t made it to Dallas. And I love you. The end.

    Reply
    • Chautona Havig says

      July 28, 2017 at 12:08 pm

      Okay, that’s it. You just made my day. Thanks. I’ve been battling a headache, so maybe now I can sleep in the warm glow of knowing I’m loved. Aaaah… zzzzz

      Reply
  39. Alesha says

    July 28, 2017 at 9:17 am

    Here’s my comment saying that I filled out the survey. 😉

    Reply
    • Chautona Havig says

      July 28, 2017 at 11:08 am

      YAY! Thanks!

      Reply
  40. Mari says

    July 28, 2017 at 7:21 am

    I love you 🙂 I am thankful for your books and your blog! But you left out the New Living Translation which is my favorite translation 😀 ;-P

    Reply
    • Chautona Havig says

      July 28, 2017 at 8:26 am

      Pretty sure that’s a “Combo” A “balance” between both word for word and thought for thought.

      Reply
      • Mari says

        July 28, 2017 at 8:29 am

        Yes ma’am! 🙂

        Reply
  41. Eileen says

    July 28, 2017 at 6:38 am

    The survey was fun! I enjoy your books and your blog. Thanks for your kindness and generosity. You sent me a couple of free ebooks when I couldn’t afford to buy them.

    Reply
    • Chautona Havig says

      July 28, 2017 at 8:27 am

      I always think it’s silly to withhold books from those who can’t or won’t buy them anyway. They’re meant to be read!

      Reply
  42. Kamely says

    July 28, 2017 at 6:25 am

    Fun survey. Thanks!

    Reply
    • Chautona Havig says

      July 28, 2017 at 6:35 am

      Woot. I wonder if I can guess your answers before I look…

      Reply
  43. Vickie says

    July 28, 2017 at 6:12 am

    Great questions!

    Reply
    • Chautona Havig says

      July 28, 2017 at 6:35 am

      Thnak you! I can’t wait to see what I learn about you!

      Reply
  44. Emily Hayes says

    July 28, 2017 at 5:52 am

    That was fun! Great idea too

    Reply
    • Chautona Havig says

      July 28, 2017 at 6:33 am

      Thanks! I love getting to know folks!

      Reply
  45. Connie says

    July 28, 2017 at 5:33 am

    I did the survey. Fun!

    Reply
    • Chautona Havig says

      July 28, 2017 at 6:34 am

      Thanks! I can’t wait to share what I learn!

      Reply
  46. Chris says

    July 27, 2017 at 10:44 pm

    That was fun. Could use an Amazon gift card, too!

    Reply
    • Chautona Havig says

      July 28, 2017 at 4:25 am

      Rootin’ for you guys!

      Reply
  47. Michael Ann says

    July 27, 2017 at 7:56 pm

    We seriously need to meet for coffee one day! I’d love to spend a day (or three) with you and chat! I would ask you these same questions, just for starters. So let me know when you mosey on over to Savannah, Georgia, okay? (In the meantime, keep up the good work on your blog!)

    Reply
    • Chautona Havig says

      July 27, 2017 at 10:07 pm

      I was there two years ago. LOVED it. Spent all day wandering around the old town area in August 2 heat while I soaked up atmosphere and ideas. Went out to Tybee, found the area for Cora Dearling’s house… and the Dyrehurst Mysteries were born!
      I’ll be flying into Atlanta in October. Wonder if my traveling buddy wants to take another detour.

      Reply
      • Michael Ann says

        July 28, 2017 at 8:03 am

        How cool that you were here, yet I’m bummed that I was here too but hadn’t discovered you yet! Maybe I can catch up with you when you’re in Georgia! (Wait. You visited this are in AUGUST?!? Are you CRAZY?!?)

        Reply
        • Chautona Havig says

          July 28, 2017 at 8:24 am

          I’m from the desert. You can’t scare me with a little heat.

          Reply
  48. Colleen Parker says

    July 27, 2017 at 4:11 pm

    I LOVE this get-to-know-you game! Especially the last question! I have had a story idea in my head for several years, but I’m not very likely to do anything with it and this gives me an outlet to share it!

    Reply
    • Colleen Parker says

      July 27, 2017 at 4:17 pm

      Coffee. Decaf. Caribou. LOTS of half & half.
      Twinings Earl Grey Tea. Hot with cream or iced.
      Stash Licorice Spice Tea. Yum.
      Just in case you were wondering!

      Reply
      • Chautona Havig says

        July 27, 2017 at 5:50 pm

        SCORE! I’ll leave the coffee to you and take that tea…

        Reply
    • Chautona Havig says

      July 27, 2017 at 5:52 pm

      Hee hee. Well, I figure if I combine all into one epic novel, it’ll be a wild ride, but a funny one!

      Reply
  49. Sarah K says

    July 27, 2017 at 3:59 pm

    I did your survey. What fun! I’ve enjoyed reading about you on your blog and newsletter, and I hope you will now feel like you know your readers a little better too. Have a great day!

    Reply
    • Chautona Havig says

      July 27, 2017 at 5:55 pm

      I’m having a BLAST!

      Reply
  50. Faith Derickson says

    July 27, 2017 at 12:52 pm

    By the way, just in case this was part of the deal–I did do the survey. I think I answered the business question in error. I did put our website there, but it is not a business. All information there is free! My hubby says God gave to us and we freely share it!

    Reply
    • Chautona Havig says

      July 27, 2017 at 6:01 pm

      It’s still good to share, and I’ll try to remember to tell folks that when I do!

      Reply
  51. Faith Derickson says

    July 27, 2017 at 12:48 pm

    I love your books! Enjoy your blog! Could you think about putting some of your earlier books (kindle) on special or free *giggle* for some of us who were unaware of your awesome books back in the beginning? I would love to buy them all, but that really isn’t an option for me at full price. Thanks for whatever you can do.

    Reply
    • Chautona Havig says

      July 27, 2017 at 6:02 pm

      I’m rewriting Noble, so you want to wait for that. TRUST ME. But I’ll make sure Ashley knows that there’s a need for earlier ones. 😀

      Reply
  52. Heather Gragg says

    July 27, 2017 at 12:33 pm

    Just editing so no one can spam Heather. Got the email in the comment form

    Reply
    • Chautona Havig says

      July 27, 2017 at 6:05 pm

      Thanks, Heather!

      Reply
  53. Susan (DE) says

    July 27, 2017 at 11:05 am

    Confused. Was there a coke vs. coffee question?????
    Was I supposed to tell you my age?
    Fifth child…what???

    Reply
    • Susan (DE) says

      July 27, 2017 at 11:07 am

      Okay. I now get the coke vs. coffee. I drink coffee occasionally. I prefer Pepsi to Coke, but I don’t have either a LOT. Of course, to a teetotaler (so to speak), I drink soda a LOT. But it’s usually once or twice a month… I guess.

      Reply
      • Chautona Havig says

        July 27, 2017 at 6:06 pm

        Hee hee. Well, if you’re sweet tea or die, soda doesn’t cut it.

        Reply
        • Susan (DE) says

          July 27, 2017 at 6:30 pm

          No. ALMOST never have sweet tea. But I just try to be moderate. 🙂

          Reply
          • Susan (DE) says

            July 27, 2017 at 6:31 pm

            By the way, I DO have a fifth child! 🙂

          • Chautona Havig says

            July 27, 2017 at 10:08 pm

            Me, too! First son!

          • Susan (DE) says

            July 28, 2017 at 10:17 am

            Mine was my FOURTH son! 🙂 But after that, I only had daughters! (ended up 4 and 4!!)

          • Chautona Havig says

            July 28, 2017 at 11:07 am

            I had four, a boy, two girls, a boy, and a girl

          • Chautona Havig says

            July 27, 2017 at 10:08 pm

            I don’t unless I can’t avoid it out of politeness. 1/4 tsp MAX in my tall glass. MAX.

          • Susan (DE) says

            July 28, 2017 at 10:21 am

            So you’re saying you might drink a sip of sweet tea if you have to??
            I grew up with iced tea (south) — but as a little kid, I didn’t like it a lot — and then we moved north and I didn’t get the habit at an age when it would have taken.

          • Chautona Havig says

            July 28, 2017 at 11:05 am

            I won’t be rude and refuse it if served, but I won’t request or order it. I grew up with semi-sweet tea. Mom made sun tea and then added 2 tbs of sugar to each glass f hers. At least. I wanted just a tiny pinch to cut the bitterness.

        • Susan (DE) says

          July 28, 2017 at 12:38 pm

          I know what you mean about cutting the bitterness. My great aunt or grandmother used to serve tea without sugar (sounds unusual for the south, and they were southerners through and through) — and they told me to put a little sugar in. I put some and stirred and stirred and tasted (ugh) and put more and stirred and stirred… On it went, till it was…palatable…sort of…
          You have an interesting G/B pattern. 🙂 Mine is interesting, too, but not as much… (B, G, 3B, 3G).

          Reply
          • Chautona Havig says

            July 28, 2017 at 9:51 pm

            I joke that if I ever had another child it would have to be a boy and we couldn’t have more because you can’t halve a person.

    • Chautona Havig says

      July 27, 2017 at 6:07 pm

      Hee hee. Sorry. I’m good at that confusing thing. WE’ve all got our skillz.

      Reply
  54. Susan (DE) says

    July 27, 2017 at 11:03 am

    I can’t tell if I’m supposed to tell you that I filled in the survey??

    Reply
    • Chautona Havig says

      July 27, 2017 at 6:07 pm

      Yep! Thanks!!!

      Reply
  55. Willena says

    July 27, 2017 at 10:15 am

    Tun survey! But only one favourite musician? Seriously? I wouldn’t know where to begin!!!

    Reply
    • Willena says

      July 27, 2017 at 10:16 am

      Um… that was supposed to say FUN survey. And I can’t even blame a smart phone!

      Reply
      • Chautona Havig says

        July 27, 2017 at 6:08 pm

        I don’t have one either. LOL

        Reply
    • Chautona Havig says

      July 27, 2017 at 6:09 pm

      RIGHT? I always just have to answer the first name that comes to me on those things.

      Reply
      • Willena says

        July 27, 2017 at 6:29 pm

        Bobby Vinton. 😛 I was a teenager in the 60’s, and I still love all my old favourites… but I’m pretty eclectic in my taste. My kids like a lot of it too, and because of them, I like a lot of the newer music too.

        Reply
        • Chautona Havig says

          July 27, 2017 at 10:11 pm

          WHEEEEEEE!!! Roses are red, my love… LOVE BOBBY VINTON WHEE!

          Reply
  56. Deb J says

    July 27, 2017 at 9:17 am

    Single, never married, 65 next month, love to read Christian fiction/non-fiction.

    Reply
    • Chautona Havig says

      July 27, 2017 at 9:21 am

      Oooh! T think you sound fascinating.

      Reply
  57. Rebecca Pittman says

    July 27, 2017 at 8:52 am

    That was fun! Although that last question was kind of sneaky…

    Reply
    • Chautona Havig says

      July 27, 2017 at 9:16 am

      Well, it does ep you see into the minds of your friends, right?

      Reply
  58. Natasha Metzler says

    July 27, 2017 at 8:46 am

    Super fun survey! ?

    Reply
    • Natasha Metzler says

      July 27, 2017 at 8:47 am

      Not sure where the question mark came from. I was definitely making a statement. But alas, at times my smart phone is a bit smarter than I and decides to fix my writings. ?

      Reply
      • Chautona Havig says

        July 27, 2017 at 9:17 am

        I call them “Backseat writers.”

        Reply
    • Chautona Havig says

      July 27, 2017 at 9:17 am

      Hee hee. )

      Reply
  59. Ava says

    July 27, 2017 at 8:25 am

    Didn’t see the Coke vs. coffee question. Coke all the way!!! I love reading your blog, your books, etc because you are real and you are interesting. There is both depth and a lot of fun in your writing with a good balance of each. Meeting you was a blast! I’m just waking up so my brain is not totally on yet. Plus it’s VBS week. Fun but exhausting.

    Reply
    • Chautona Havig says

      July 27, 2017 at 9:18 am

      I’m worn out just hearing about it. EEEP.

      Reply
  60. Andrea Rossignol says

    July 27, 2017 at 8:07 am

    Fun! So will you be gleaning inspiration from our final answers and make our dreams come true?

    Reply
    • Chautona Havig says

      July 27, 2017 at 8:22 am

      Is your dream for Legends 2? YES!

      Reply
  61. Courtney says

    July 27, 2017 at 7:36 am

    I did the survey. But I didn’t get to answer what I like best about your blog posts! Some of them are a little more serious, but I love the “ramblings” which always make me laugh–and often leave me with more questions about your childhood than before I started reading!

    Reply
    • Chautona Havig says

      July 27, 2017 at 7:51 am

      It was a rather magical time. Weird. But magical.

      Reply
  62. Jackie Hershberger says

    July 27, 2017 at 7:07 am

    Loved this!! Thanks for wanting to know us too!

    Reply
    • Chautona Havig says

      July 27, 2017 at 7:11 am

      You’re wonderful people. Why wouldn’t I?

      Reply
  63. Suz says

    July 27, 2017 at 6:52 am

    I did your survey. Sorry my last question was so long! Lol. Love your stuff. You come as close to “real life” as more than most!

    Suz Ness

    Reply
    • Chautona Havig says

      July 27, 2017 at 7:13 am

      I don’t think that there can be a final question long enough, so you did just fine. Thank you!

      Reply
  64. Sarah says

    July 27, 2017 at 6:47 am

    I played!
    But, really. Why does not one tell you about the fifth child?

    Reply
    • Chautona Havig says

      July 27, 2017 at 7:14 am

      MMMMWAAAHAHAHAHA! You win funniest response award!

      Reply
  65. Rachel Dodson says

    July 27, 2017 at 6:42 am

    Chautona, my dear, I love to read your blog! I feel like I’m having a conversation with one of my best friends. Your emails are ones I always read. Thanks for the little survey. It was fun.

    Reply
    • Chautona Havig says

      July 27, 2017 at 7:15 am

      Thank you! I love “Chatting” with you!

      Reply
  66. Colleen McGarry says

    July 27, 2017 at 6:11 am

    Took your survey. I’ll be curious if you end up with some sort of data analysis. Or a post about what you learned from these questions.
    🙂

    Reply
    • Chautona Havig says

      July 27, 2017 at 7:16 am

      I absolutely will be sharing some of the results! Anything not too personal. If someone shares the social security number of their first child or something… I ‘m keeping that info for myself. Always wanted a nice even ten kids…

      Reply
  67. Holly says

    July 27, 2017 at 5:50 am

    Thank you. It was fun. I did not feel like I could think of things very well so I apologize my answers are boring.

    Reply
    • Chautona Havig says

      July 27, 2017 at 5:57 am

      No answers are boring! I’m enjoying them! Any chance you’re the needle felter?

      Reply
  68. Rebekah says

    July 27, 2017 at 5:48 am

    This was fun. This is in addition to the Launch Team one, correct?

    Reply
    • Chautona Havig says

      July 27, 2017 at 5:57 am

      YES!

      Reply
  69. Darlene says

    July 27, 2017 at 5:48 am

    I enjoyed the “Get to know you” survey! Thanks, Chautona!

    Reply
    • Chautona Havig says

      July 27, 2017 at 5:58 am

      YAY! I love your book idea!

      Reply
  70. Emily says

    July 27, 2017 at 5:11 am

    I sent you an email before doing this survey. ?

    Reply
    • Chautona Havig says

      July 27, 2017 at 5:58 am

      That’s for the launch team I presume?

      Reply
      • Emily says

        July 27, 2017 at 6:07 am

        Yes. ? that was for the launch team. I tried a one word answer and it told me to go back and write more. ??

        Reply

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