• 3 Sentence Review : x 2

    3 Sentence Review : x 2

    Once again, I find myself having read two books back to back that are ridiculously similar. And yet, so very different. Book 1 : The Other 1. The Other was written in 1971, takes place in 1935, yet is very much NOT a period piece and despite some dated scenes, I remained grounded throughout.2. The…

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  • AND WE ARE LIVE!

    AND WE ARE LIVE!

    School Spirit, Book 3 of the Kimmie Jillison Mystery series, is published and ready for READER consumption! Click here to download a digital copy for $1.99.Click here to download for FREE if you are a member of Kindle Unlimited.Click here to order a paperback for $6.95.Click here to download Kinder Garden, Book 1 in the…

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  • Good Holiday Morning!

    Good Holiday Morning!

    Today is Labor Day. Most folks have the day off from work and/or school. Picnics will be had, road trips may be planned. There are festivals, fairs, and tournaments to attend. Many will be celebrating the unofficial end of summer. Locally, that will be pretty easy since the forecast calls for temps in the mid-70’s,…

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  • This time

    This time

    when I say, COMING SOON! I really mean it. It’s official, I have submitted the manuscript of School Spirit, Book 3 in the Kimmie Jillison Mystery series, for publication. And let me tell you, I am exhausted. Final draft editing and print set-up are like many hours . . . days . . . weeks…

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  • Keep Calm and Fluffy On

    Keep Calm and Fluffy On

    I hung out with a friend the other day who apologized for being too “fluffy”. She considered her poise, consideration, and compassion a flaw. WHAT?! I mean, yes, I get it, she does spend more time with each client than her cohorts, allowing them to pontificate and share stories of grandchildren, pets, and favorite TV…

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  • 3 Sentence Review: TV – Paper Girls

    Since I watch more television than I read books, it only makes sense to add shows and movies to my critical collection. This week, I give a quick review of the Amazon Prime TV series, Paper Girls. I’d never heard of this comic-based TV show, was completely uninformed when we started watching, but was intrigued…

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  • Phone Free-ish

    Phone Free-ish

    Our mobile phone use has gone beyond convenience. No longer merely an accessory, they’ve become extensions of our bodies. They are not just handy gadgets, they’re practically hands. Phones are everywhere. Every person in every place. Every? Yep, pretty much. A fully functional mini-computer–you can check email, peruse social media, take pictures, play games, buy…

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  • A Stupid Theory

    A Stupid Theory

    I am frequently reminded of my own faults and failings. Luckily, for the most part, they are insignificant in the grand scheme of things, but still bothersome to me. I have a Stupid Theory. The theory itself may or may not be stupid, but the idea is that it’s important to sometimes be stupid. It’s…

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  • Cape Cod Odd

    Cape Cod Odd

    As always, I compiled a travel list during my last trip, but a lot of it was personal and only meaningful to me and my travel buddies. I wish I could share–hilarious!–so many humorous experiences. We ARE funny. And clever, witty, insightful. But, trust me, you had to be there. I am so glad I…

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  • The Most Wonderful Time of the (Crafty) Year

    It’s been over a year since “I went and did a thing” and became a Stampin’ Up! demonstrator. As I mentioned at the time, I joined as a Hobby Demonstrator so my Card Club would have someone to place our quarterly party orders. And also (mostly) because, as a rep, I get a discount on…

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