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Goodbye, Old Friend

Goodbye, old friend! Twenty-five years ago, I bought a Sebring Convertible, and over the years, it’s been a happy part of my life, bringing many joyous memories. Driving my daughter and her friends with the top down. A road trip to Florida. Taking part in a few Ocean Grove July 4th parades to support my daughter’s surf and skate shop. Cruising on the open road, top down, radio blasting.…

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What do you wish you had known...

With kids heading back to school, I have to ask: What’s the one thing that you wish you had known when you were back in school? I was always by-the-book, listen to what the teacher says, kind of kid. We taught my daughter to be the same way. In retrospect, I wish I had known that I should question things I was being told by some teachers. I was lucky to have a mom who taught me to think for…

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Welcome Libby Tanner on World Photography Day

Please welcome my fellow author Libby Tanner who is here to help us celebrate World Photography Day! But, I’d like to let you know that she’s also got her debut book out today! BETTER THAN GELATO is a story about a young woman who lands a dream nanny job in Milan and finds herself dealing with a diabolical six-year-old and falling in love…with an American! Please take a moment to check out…

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5 Tropes Romantic Suspense Readers Love

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Happy National Black Cat Appreciation Day

Happy National Black Cat Appreciation Day! When we adopted our first cat, Osiris, the lady at the shelter told us that black cats were hard to place because people were superstitious about black cats. We were surprised by that, and since we had no qualms about a black cat, Osiris became a member of our family. We had her for over seventeen years, but lost her to cancer a few years ago. P.S. If…

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Tense Teaser CLIFFSIDE KIDNAPPING

I love creating stories that keep you turning the pages well past midnight. It’s a challenge to blend danger, passion, and swoon-worthy heroes! That’s why I think you’ll love CLIFFSIDE KIDNAPPING. I’m just going to ask one thing: Don’t blame me if Sophie and Ryder’s story keeps you up late tonight! Grab your copy today at https://amzn.to/47cmo2o. Here’s a tense teaser from the story to get you…

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Oxtail Stew

I haven’t done a recipe in ages, so for today’s Food Friday, I decided to share one of my personal favorites: Oxtail Stew. This dish is a love it or hate it kind of food. My daughter and I love it, but hubby not so much. Properly done, an oxtail stew is meaty and tasty! For those who love braised short ribs, you’ll love oxtail stew. P.S. Who in my book world would love this? Definitely Carlo from…

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Happy Mother Daughter Journey

It seems like yesterday that my daughter joined me for my very first book signing. It’ll actually be twenty-six years this September, which is hard to believe. But what I love most is that my daughter has joined me on this book journey and is now a successful author. I love being able to do book signings with her and see how wonderfully she is doing. To find out more about my mini-me’s awesome…

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Happy National Vinyl Record Day

Happy National Vinyl Record Day! When I was younger, we only had vinyl records for our own music playing or the radio! I still have a few of my vinyl records that I can’t part with, namely, recordings from All-County orchestra performances and the entire Romeo and Juliet movie (also before videotapes!) What about you? Do you still have vinyl records and a turntable? P.S. As a vampire who’s lived…

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Enjoying Summer Bounty

Even though I’m not getting many tomatoes in my garden, we have enjoyed them from local friends and the grocery store. We’ve also enjoyed summer corn. But if I had to choose…That’s a tough choice. A lovely tomato salad or roasted corn off the grill? What’s a girl to do? What about you? What would you choose? Corn or tomato? P.S. The first two books in the Crooked Pass Security romantic suspense…

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Great New Spinoff

This Shoutout Saturday, I want to say THANKS to Amanda H. for her Amazon review of DEFENDED BY THE BODYGUARD. Amanda had this to say about the second book in the Crooked Pass Security series: “Action Packed…Great new spinoff from a wonderful series!! Can’t wait for more!!” THANK YOU, AMANDA! Reviews really are a great way to help your favorite authors. Grab your copy of DEFENDED BY THE BODYGUARD…

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Happy National Pickleball Day

Happy National Pickleball Day! My hubby and I love to play pickleball. Unfortunately, we haven’t been able to do it the last few months because it’s just been too windy. You play with something like a wiffle ball, so any wind makes the ball carry in weird ways. We’ve been checking out indoor courts so we can play-year round! What about you? Do you play pickleball? P.S. The women of the At the…

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Happy Visit to Bologna, Italy

Many years ago, I visited Bologna, Italy, while I was on a work assignment. The city charmed me, and I knew that I would one day have to bring my family back to explore it. I was lucky to visit again with my husband, and of all the cities we visited on this trip, he loved Bologna the best as well! We started off with a lovely stay at the Hotel Baglioni, which turned out to be one of The Leading…

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Visit with me at Coffee, Cupcakes, and Contemporaries

I’m at Coffee, Cupcakes, and Contemporaries Book Group today, talking about DEFENDED BY THE BODYGUARD and sharing a few giveaways! Please take a moment to pop by there for the fun and games! You can visit at https://www.facebook.com/groups/1426474880768003!

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My Fav Thing About August

There are lots of things to love in August. My daughter’s birthday. The weather. The flowers in the garden. But my fav thing about August is sun-ripe tomatoes, fresh from the garden. Unfortunately, the rain this year has left me with very few tomatoes so far. Sad face. What about you? Do you have a fav thing about August? P.S. Another thing that’s been nice about this August is my two releases…

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Dog-Ear or Bookmark?

Hubby and I are completely different when it comes to reading, and it’s not just about what we read. When hubby finishes reading a book, it is pristine. The spine is intact, and there are no dog-eared pages. He always uses a bookmark. I am the complete opposite. I love cracking the spine on a paperback, and I totally dog-ear the pages. If there’s a good quote or phrase, I may even fold that page…

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Happy National Sisters Day

Happy National Sisters Day! I’m lucky to have my wonderful sister. We have a lot of common interests and spend a good amount of time together, especially now that she lives near me on the Shore. What about you? Are you lucky to have a sister in your life? P.S. The friends of the AT THE SHORE contemporary romance series may not be sisters by blood, but they are as close as any sisters could be! If…