Lyndi Alexander hosted me on her blog
lyndialexander.wordpress.com/2020/10/19/adventures-in-ice-cream-yum/
Talking about Adventures In Ice Cream. Here's a teaser.
Thank you so much for inviting me to your blog. Sometimes it’s the mundane things in life that are an adventure. Stepping out of your lane and trying something new. Starting a business. Trying a new recipe. Facing life head-on. Eating ice cream on a cold day. I know it’s October, but it’s never too cold for a bowl of chilled sweetness. Believe it or not, my favorite is plain ole vanilla, not too adventurous, huh.
lyndialexander.wordpress.com/2020/10/19/adventures-in-ice-cream-yum/
Talking about Adventures In Ice Cream. Here's a teaser.
Thank you so much for inviting me to your blog. Sometimes it’s the mundane things in life that are an adventure. Stepping out of your lane and trying something new. Starting a business. Trying a new recipe. Facing life head-on. Eating ice cream on a cold day. I know it’s October, but it’s never too cold for a bowl of chilled sweetness. Believe it or not, my favorite is plain ole vanilla, not too adventurous, huh.
These three books are all quite different and that's the way I roll. I enjoy books from across many genres and here are two paranormal and one contemporary. As usual, I'll never post something I don't enjoy. There's no hard and fast rule about who enjoys what. I'll always give you reviews on those I like. The other's well my momma always said if you don't have something nice to say don't say anything at all.
Woke- by Peggy Jaeger 🦉🦉🦉🦉🦉 Contemporary with a nod to Sleeping Beauty
I loved the story. Waking up from a coma, Aurora faces struggles physically and emotionally. She's such a strong character. The world around her has changed so much. She needs to reconcile her girlish and immature past to the more mature woman she's now is. What happened to her friends? Who drugged her and why. There's so much mystery and suspense to keep the reader hooked. Especially when she bumps into the handsome Kincaide Enright. What secrets does he hold? The secondary characters were also well written. I recommend Woke by Peggy Jaeger and think you will enjoy it.
https://www.amazon.com/Woke-Peggy-Jaeger-ebook/dp/B087NVX52Q
Cursed Prince- by D.N. Crawford 🦉🦉🦉🦉 Paranormal Romance
Reviewed in the United States on October 17, 2020As a fan of fantasy and especially elves, I downloaded this book. Immediately, I was caught up in the story. To me, it is a unique telling in a dystopian, modern manner. Both main characters are well developed and engaging. There is subtle humor. The world-building is exceptional. There is some minor cursing, and no explicit sex scenes, which I appreciate. I read this book in two days on a camping trip and thoroughly enjoyed it.
https://www.amazon.com/Cursed-Prince-Night-Elves-Trilogy-ebook/dp/B087JYDH1K
Midlife Magic - by Victoria Danann 🦉🦉🦉🦉🦉 Paranormal Romance
I loved this book. I'm a fan of Ms. Danann's Knights of the Black Swan series and she didn't disappoint me with Midlife Magic in this new series. Sometimes poignant, sometimes laugh out loud I enjoyed this book about a woman find herself on her own but then given a second chance at an exciting and adventurous life. A page-turner from cover to cover, I look forward to reading the next book.
www.amazon.com/Midlife-Magic-Paranormal-Womens-Fiction-ebook/dp/B086RTMD5Q
Woke- by Peggy Jaeger 🦉🦉🦉🦉🦉 Contemporary with a nod to Sleeping Beauty
I loved the story. Waking up from a coma, Aurora faces struggles physically and emotionally. She's such a strong character. The world around her has changed so much. She needs to reconcile her girlish and immature past to the more mature woman she's now is. What happened to her friends? Who drugged her and why. There's so much mystery and suspense to keep the reader hooked. Especially when she bumps into the handsome Kincaide Enright. What secrets does he hold? The secondary characters were also well written. I recommend Woke by Peggy Jaeger and think you will enjoy it.
https://www.amazon.com/Woke-Peggy-Jaeger-ebook/dp/B087NVX52Q
Cursed Prince- by D.N. Crawford 🦉🦉🦉🦉 Paranormal Romance
Reviewed in the United States on October 17, 2020As a fan of fantasy and especially elves, I downloaded this book. Immediately, I was caught up in the story. To me, it is a unique telling in a dystopian, modern manner. Both main characters are well developed and engaging. There is subtle humor. The world-building is exceptional. There is some minor cursing, and no explicit sex scenes, which I appreciate. I read this book in two days on a camping trip and thoroughly enjoyed it.
https://www.amazon.com/Cursed-Prince-Night-Elves-Trilogy-ebook/dp/B087JYDH1K
Midlife Magic - by Victoria Danann 🦉🦉🦉🦉🦉 Paranormal Romance
I loved this book. I'm a fan of Ms. Danann's Knights of the Black Swan series and she didn't disappoint me with Midlife Magic in this new series. Sometimes poignant, sometimes laugh out loud I enjoyed this book about a woman find herself on her own but then given a second chance at an exciting and adventurous life. A page-turner from cover to cover, I look forward to reading the next book.
www.amazon.com/Midlife-Magic-Paranormal-Womens-Fiction-ebook/dp/B086RTMD5Q
Thanks for stopping over. As many know we were on Pete's retirement celebration trip. Two weeks starting in Niagara Falls, then off to Bar Harbor Maine. After a few days there Boston Massachusetts and finally Mystic Connecticut. Tighten your seat belts folks and keep your hands inside the ride. We'd been looking forward to the trip for over a year, but as usual nothing goes as planned. If I were French, I may say c'est la vie.
First, Niagara Falls did not disappoint. Below are some pictures I took during out three day stay. It was awe inspiring. If you get a chance to visit, do. I finally got to see not one but two of the Great Lakes, Erie and Ontario. They were warmer than I expected but still cold. No way was I going in, Hali however dipped her paws in.
Tuesday we headed out again. An overnight was planned in Strafford New Hampshire. We never made it. Just north of Marlborough Mass., cars began honking and waving. Thank you to the unknown people who did. 2Hoots rear wheel blew it's bearings, and where there's smoke there's fire. Our trusty fire extinguisher and Pete put it out, but now here we were at 9 p.m. sitting on the side of the road.
I'm going to give you all a word of advice here. Buyer beware. Not my camper, but the services we'd contracted. AAA you should be ashamed. We paid a lot extra for RV roadside assistance. Hello! America is in your name. One call to the local club and we were informed "we don't have RV in our service." Wait. What? Yeah, to bad for us. The agent who answered told us we could try submitting to our local chapter. Thanks a lot. But never fear! We have Good Sam's Roadside assistance too! Don't get excited. After calling we were again informed our plan didn't cover the trailer only the tow vehicle. Again... Wait! What? You're an RV club. Nope, see ya. Wouldn't want to be ya. Pete and I looked at each other in disbelief. At least Good Sam gave us some numbers to call. Most didn't answer since it was so late.
But that said we found a young man via - and here's a shout out -
TED'S OF FAYVILLE, INC. 300 TURNPIKE ROAD, SOUTHBOROUGH, MA 01772
And especially to Geoff who responded to our distress phone call was patient, understanding and kind throughout the experience. He got us off the road and to the next step for repairs. Also a shout out to Pro Team Suspension and Tires. I couldn't find their website but they worked hard to get us back on the road Wednesday though were unable to locate the parts. The axel needs to be replaced. That said we came home and left my baby in Mass. where we expect a call Tuesday.
At that time we'll head up to get 2Hoots. Bar Harbor and Boston are out, but Mystic is still a possibility. Stay tuned. Anywho, here are some pictures we have and we'll always have Niagara... And stay tuned. We may yet get Mystic. You can't let things get you down. AAA and Good Sam haven't heard the last of us. We'll forge on with our trips and certainly be more cautious about reading the fine print. There's still so much to see of our great country. We've only touched the possibilities.
First, Niagara Falls did not disappoint. Below are some pictures I took during out three day stay. It was awe inspiring. If you get a chance to visit, do. I finally got to see not one but two of the Great Lakes, Erie and Ontario. They were warmer than I expected but still cold. No way was I going in, Hali however dipped her paws in.
Tuesday we headed out again. An overnight was planned in Strafford New Hampshire. We never made it. Just north of Marlborough Mass., cars began honking and waving. Thank you to the unknown people who did. 2Hoots rear wheel blew it's bearings, and where there's smoke there's fire. Our trusty fire extinguisher and Pete put it out, but now here we were at 9 p.m. sitting on the side of the road.
I'm going to give you all a word of advice here. Buyer beware. Not my camper, but the services we'd contracted. AAA you should be ashamed. We paid a lot extra for RV roadside assistance. Hello! America is in your name. One call to the local club and we were informed "we don't have RV in our service." Wait. What? Yeah, to bad for us. The agent who answered told us we could try submitting to our local chapter. Thanks a lot. But never fear! We have Good Sam's Roadside assistance too! Don't get excited. After calling we were again informed our plan didn't cover the trailer only the tow vehicle. Again... Wait! What? You're an RV club. Nope, see ya. Wouldn't want to be ya. Pete and I looked at each other in disbelief. At least Good Sam gave us some numbers to call. Most didn't answer since it was so late.
But that said we found a young man via - and here's a shout out -
TED'S OF FAYVILLE, INC. 300 TURNPIKE ROAD, SOUTHBOROUGH, MA 01772
And especially to Geoff who responded to our distress phone call was patient, understanding and kind throughout the experience. He got us off the road and to the next step for repairs. Also a shout out to Pro Team Suspension and Tires. I couldn't find their website but they worked hard to get us back on the road Wednesday though were unable to locate the parts. The axel needs to be replaced. That said we came home and left my baby in Mass. where we expect a call Tuesday.
At that time we'll head up to get 2Hoots. Bar Harbor and Boston are out, but Mystic is still a possibility. Stay tuned. Anywho, here are some pictures we have and we'll always have Niagara... And stay tuned. We may yet get Mystic. You can't let things get you down. AAA and Good Sam haven't heard the last of us. We'll forge on with our trips and certainly be more cautious about reading the fine print. There's still so much to see of our great country. We've only touched the possibilities.
I took a step outside of my usual genres because I'd heard about and was intrigued by this book. Thank goodness I've been happily married for 26 years. I fear I wouldn't survive today's online dating. That said, I have someone close to me who has been through this. Let me tell you, this story may be fiction, but knowing what I do through this person, it can all be true. Middle Ageish is at times funny, at times poignant, at times heart-wrenching, but at all times interesting and entertaining. I love Sunny. She is smart, funny, strong, yet vulnerable. Even when her sometimes snarky mind is mean (she is a bit judgy with weight), you can't help rooting for her. The men she meets you think can't be for real, but they are. The situations far fetched? Nope. Ms. Goldberg seems to know what she's talking about. I love the world-building and the food descriptions will have your mouth watering. When she finally gives sweet Luke a second chance, you'll be rooting for both of them.
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Now time is ticking away so let's get to it...
I never realized we had such a thing for time and clocks in our house until I went looking. These are a few of the favorites. The two old-old ones came out of my husband, Pete's, grandparents. The tall one came back to our home recently. It had been in the family's rec-room then went to an aunt and now is back in its original spot. Several years ago Pete gave me the Banjo clock as a gift. And Goofy is one of my favorite wristwatches. You remember wristwatches, right?
Now time is ticking away so let's get to it...
I never realized we had such a thing for time and clocks in our house until I went looking. These are a few of the favorites. The two old-old ones came out of my husband, Pete's, grandparents. The tall one came back to our home recently. It had been in the family's rec-room then went to an aunt and now is back in its original spot. Several years ago Pete gave me the Banjo clock as a gift. And Goofy is one of my favorite wristwatches. You remember wristwatches, right?
Book Review - The Fudge Ripple Effect by Nick Greenwood
🦉🦉🦉🦉🦉 It's sure tough to go back home as an adult child especially when you feel like a failure. Jaz is an artist who's life in Arizona has fallen apart. She heads home to Rhode Island an overbearing parent who wants to mold her into the perfect high-class daughter and fold her into the family business. Sawyer is a great guy. He's the generational owner of Henny's Old Fashioned Soda Fountain, a town favorite with deep roots and history. An accident shatters not only the historical front window but hopes for a profitable summer season. When Jax, a glass artist, answers the advertisement for someone to fix the window, neither expects to not only have the window mended but both their hearts. I thoroughly enjoyed this small-town story, it symbolism, and of course the ice cream. Fudge Ripple is one of my favorites. |
Book Review- The Haunted Purse by Kimberly Baer
🦉🦉🦉🦉🦉 I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review. I eagerly grabbed The Haunted Purse as an advanced reader copy from Booksprout after reading the description. It wasn’t what I expected. It was so much more. Certainly, the book was about a purse that was haunted and leaving clues about a murder, but as I read, the bigger story of a neglected child facing the dangers of the world went straight to my heart. At times the story was funny, tension-filled always, heartbreaking often. Engaging me from page one and holding me captive until the end. The author does a great job of character development, world-building, and an unexpected storyline. I appreciate near the end that not all things can be neat and tidy. That the villain is not the obvious, and help can come from unpredicted places. I believe you will enjoy this book. |
You can’t ask for more from a story.
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I haven’t had a flavor yet I didn’t like from the One Scoop or Two series but Always, Almond Fudge really touched me. There is a scene with the main male character, Anthony, that made me pause, put my hand over my heart and go, “Aww!” You can’t ask for more from a story.
The main female character is Merry and even though young, she is quite admirable with a work ethic, happy disposition, and loyalty to family, and yet doesn’t let go of her dreams.
I also like the style where the present day mother is handing down the oral history of their family to her son and the connection he finds with his relatives.
I loved this short, sweet story of a world I didn’t know, but now miss. Read this book. You won’t be sorry and you’ll dream of a time and world of care, innocence and love. And maybe begin to crave a bowl of Almond Fudge ice cream and someone to share it with.
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I haven’t had a flavor yet I didn’t like from the One Scoop or Two series but Always, Almond Fudge really touched me. There is a scene with the main male character, Anthony, that made me pause, put my hand over my heart and go, “Aww!” You can’t ask for more from a story.
The main female character is Merry and even though young, she is quite admirable with a work ethic, happy disposition, and loyalty to family, and yet doesn’t let go of her dreams.
I also like the style where the present day mother is handing down the oral history of their family to her son and the connection he finds with his relatives.
I loved this short, sweet story of a world I didn’t know, but now miss. Read this book. You won’t be sorry and you’ll dream of a time and world of care, innocence and love. And maybe begin to crave a bowl of Almond Fudge ice cream and someone to share it with.
I was also a guest on
http://pamswildroseblog.blogspot.com/2020/08/wednesdaywordswithfriends-welcomes-d-v.html
Talking about It’s all in the delivery.
People love stories. Whether spoken or written for thousands of years, stories have been passed down. Sometimes they’re fun, sometimes educational, but it’s all in the delivery. Below is one of my favorite scenes from Rock House Grill. How much less of an impact would it have if John just walked in and lectured Aden. “Buck up, man. Life is hard. Get it together.” Not so much, right?
http://pamswildroseblog.blogspot.com/2020/08/wednesdaywordswithfriends-welcomes-d-v.html
Talking about It’s all in the delivery.
People love stories. Whether spoken or written for thousands of years, stories have been passed down. Sometimes they’re fun, sometimes educational, but it’s all in the delivery. Below is one of my favorite scenes from Rock House Grill. How much less of an impact would it have if John just walked in and lectured Aden. “Buck up, man. Life is hard. Get it together.” Not so much, right?
I had a Character Interview with Nathan James on Althea Willams Blog at actuallyalethea.blogspot.com/2020/08/rainbow-sprinkles.html
Interviewer “We are in the small New Jersey community of Lake Unami. Recent big city to small-town entrepreneur Nathan James is in the interview hot seat. Welcome, Nathan. You have a beautiful apartment.”
Nathan “Thank you, and thank you for having me.” He squirms in the chair a bit. “I’m not used to being the center of attention.”
Interviewer “Don’t worry. The readers don’t bite. Well, most of them anyway. Tell us who you are.”
Interviewer “We are in the small New Jersey community of Lake Unami. Recent big city to small-town entrepreneur Nathan James is in the interview hot seat. Welcome, Nathan. You have a beautiful apartment.”
Nathan “Thank you, and thank you for having me.” He squirms in the chair a bit. “I’m not used to being the center of attention.”
Interviewer “Don’t worry. The readers don’t bite. Well, most of them anyway. Tell us who you are.”
https://francesothomas.com/?p=1948Seasoned CharactersPublished
I’ve asked author D.V. Stone to visit with us today. Her new book is part of the One Scoop or Two collection...
I’ve asked author D.V. Stone to visit with us today. Her new book is part of the One Scoop or Two collection...
