Monthly Archives: November 2008

Books for the Holidays

Whatever holiday you celebrate this time of year, or even for birthdays, consider buying books for gifts. They last, they’re thoughtful, they’re fun, and they offer great value for money spent. Consider a ten dollar paperback; what other entertainment venue, … Continue reading

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The genius of Chuck Lorre

Chuck Lorre is the creative mind behind hits like Cybill, Grace Under Fire, 2 and a Half Men, and my current favorite, The Big Bang Theory. All good enough, but his real writing brilliance comes out in an unexpected way… … Continue reading

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The only constant in life is change.

Everything keeps on changing. April 2010: This is my testament to the fact that change can be a good…. VERY good… thing. I’ll have lots of news to offer soon – actually tomorrow, April 30th – but I have lots … Continue reading

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Just to start the madness…

Okay, so here is where I reveal my madness. You’re either going to laugh hysterically, like I do, requiring adult diapers of the ‘Super Strength’ variety, or you will think I am, excuse the English expression, barking mad. The Jingle … Continue reading

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Sunday Funny

All right, so this post is ONLY for cat-lovers. I seriously want to adopt this kitten! It is sooo cute. (Can you tell I’m a cat person?) I think it’s a Scottish Fold, judging by the ears. Everybody watch and … Continue reading

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Taylor Swift on CMA awards show… Georgian period dress?

Deep in the third draft of my WIP, (Lady Anne and the Ghost’s Revenge) I still took time out to watch the CMA (Country Music Association) Awards Wednesday night. I’m not a huge country fan, but enjoy occasional tunes, particularly … Continue reading

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Remembrance Day – E-mail the Troops!

On this day of remembrance for those soldiers who gave everything for freedom, and a celebration of those who made it out alive and returned to their loved ones (my father was one of those who came back from WWII) … Continue reading

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I wish I’d paid attention in science class.

For those who think historical romance writers don’t do enough research, I think I can disprove that theory. Mired in rewrites, I am spending waaaay too much time on research of nebulous little niggles that no one else will notice … Continue reading

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Cockeyed Optimist

Sometimes it’s difficult to be an optimist. Life is not always a bed of roses, but beyond the hardships we all face – and I’m talking about the real hardships, like people we love becoming ill – reading the newspaper … Continue reading

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