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June 9, 2022
If You Could Travel Anywhere-Where?
Our June question dealt with the realities of life now. The July question is the opposite!
July’s question will take us away from reality into what if.
Question: If You Could Travel Anywhere-Where woudl you go? And you don’t have to worry about the cost or how you travel there (unless that’s part of the fantasy) and you have unlimited funds and energy to enjoy the trip! So go for it! Let your imagination soar!
Please leave a response and become eligible for a drawing for a free ebook!–Lyn
Spring in the northwoods!
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June 7, 2022
Special for a Limited Time!
My book TO LOVE SOMEBODY is on sale from June 8-15th for 99 cents, regularly $3.99.
“History relived before your eyes. Gripping, Rich with History and Love.”
Coming of age in 1960’s and 70’s, Leigh Sinclair faces all the challenges of that turbulent time—but falling for the wrong man brings Leigh consequences she never envisioned. She won’t make the same mistake again.
Then one day the worst Leigh could imagine happens. Can the new man in her life help her avoid this ending in tragedy? If you enjoy authentic history with a strong female lead, then you’ll relish this dramatic slice of history by an award-winning and USA Today best selling author.
The Carlyle Women-four generations, each facing the challenges of her time and each harboring her own painful secret~
What Readers Say:
“Like the other books in this series, Leigh’s story is a time-capsule of the 60’s and 70’s. You are transported to the Tidal Basin in DC “right up front” at the Martin Luther King “I have a dream” rally…”
“To Love Somebody is an amazing story! Leigh Sinclair is a woman of her time, independent, passionate about the issues she believes in… It’s an intense story with plenty of stirring events that showcase the turbulent time with the civil rights movement and the Vietnam War. It’s a story that captures the time perfectly, and Leigh and the things that happen to her are a compelling story. I highly recommend it.”
“Once again Lyn Cote handled the problems and fears of another generation of mothers and daughters fighting to do ‘their own thing.’…Lyn Cote handles the angst that each generation feels as they battle to be ‘heard.’”
Click here to purchase or read for free on Kindle Unlimited.–Lyn
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May 19, 2022
Special Price!
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May 14, 2022
Are You Feeling the Pinch of Inflation?
Mexican enchilada bake
The TV voices keep telling us that this level of inflation has not been seen since the 1970’s. Such a cheerful thought. I was a young wife in the 70’s and believe me, I could easily have lived without history repeating itself. But grumbling doesn’t help, does it? (Though I still do it!’-)
Anyway I began thinking of ways that I handled inflation then and have begun using these tactics again.
Ground turkey. Though more expensive now, it’s still significantly cheaper by the pound than ground beef. I usually stretch my ground beef with it. No one seems to notice and it helps the bottom line.One vegetarian meal a week. I have an ancient recipe, Enchilada Bake, that I’m using again. (See below)Also are you acquainted with Barilla Protein Plus Pasta? It costs a bit more but one 2 oz. serving of the pasta has 10 grams of protein. So that means I can use less or no meat in a recipe.Gardening and canning.Baking my own bread. (Thank goodness, I have a bread machine now!)So those are the ones I have started using again. What about you? Please share if you have a money-saving tip. One commenter will receive a free ebook.
PS: Here is one of my meatless meals–very popular with my husband!
Enchilada Bake
1 can or of sliced mushrooms drained or 1 cup fresh
1 large green pepper, diced
1 onion, diced
1 8 oz can tomato sauce
1 can diced tomatoes, drained
2 cans pinto beans drained or 2 refried beans or 1 of each ,
4 corn tortillas (more if small)
spices: 1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon chicken bullion, dry
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1/4 teaspoon cumin
This is a flexible recipe and many of you may want to add such things as jalapeños or more cumin and chili powder; do it to taste.
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1 cup shredded Mexican cheese – your choice
1 cup sour cream or plain yogurt
Combine all the ingredients down to the ***** in a saucepan and simmer until warm. Then in a sprayed 9 x 13 pan, layer like lasagna starting first with the 2 tortillas, then half of the mixture in the pan, 2 tortillas. Smooth the sour cream or yogurt over the tortillas. Top with the rest of the mixture and then finish with the cheese. Bake at 350° for approximately 25 minutes or until it bubbles.
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May 13, 2022
SPECIAL Book Sale NOW!
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April 28, 2022
Lyn reviews An Aero Island Christmas mystery by Adriana Licio
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An Aero Island Christmas Mystery by Adriana Licio
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
I was so happy to find another charming cozy mystery series. The main characters are two Italian retired teachers, Etta and Dora, who decide to do home swapping so they can travel around Europe. This is the second in the series, but each story is a standalone. I usually don’t go for dogs who comment on the humans in books, especially those who are smarter than the people. It’s something that must be done just right or it falls flat. However, Napoleon or Leon is just so much a real basset hound his occasional point of view comes off just perfect. It’s not annoying.
At first I wondered about all the travelogue details, but then I decided I like them because they were sprinkled throughout and gave me a real flavor of the island they were visiting off the coast of Denmark. I wondered that two Italian ladies would go so far north at Christmas time, but they seem to weather it well. I have already started the first book in the series and intend to read the whole series. Intriguing mysteries and very charming realistic characters made for a pleasant reading experience. Thank you, Adriana Licio!
For more info, click here.. Paid Link
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April 19, 2022
FREE THIS WEEK ONLY!
East Meets West in a Regency Era Western~An inspirational historical romance from a Carol Award–winning author: Does Rafe belong with his mother’s tribe or on his father’s plantation? As he chooses between two lives, Eve, a daughter of a prominent Washington, DC family, prepares for an unexpected journey west. Both Rafe and Eve embark on a journey, a Journey to Respect. But such journeys are rarely uncomplicated or without pitfalls. And falling in love is the most dangerous of all. PG13This moving, authentic historical novel by a USA Today Bestselling author, is one you won’t want to miss. Though part of a series, this story is complete within itself. Click here to learn more. 
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April 14, 2022
New Title-a Duet of Stories!
I have combined a novella and a full length novel and will soon bring out the paperback edition!
Northern Shore Intrigue Duet
A Duet of Stories~
BENEATH NORTHERN LIGHTS~
Two wounded souls, a puppy and someone out to destroy a man’s dream~
After a life-altering event, Nick’s one goal is–to race his beloved Alaskan husky, Maddie, in the Lake Superior Apostle Islands Dog Sled Race. Megan adopts Maddie’s pup, the runt of the litter, and soon helps “grumpy” Nick care for his dogs. Nasty pranks start. Megan and Nick draw closer as the danger mounts. Who’s out to rob Nick and his huskies of the joy of the race?
A heartwarming, clean romance mystery with characters – – some four-footed – – you won’t easily forget~
UNCERTAIN SPRING~
By starlight, a frantic dog leads Lois to a young woman lying in the snow, unconscious…
In the morning, the girl is diagnosed with a state of dis-associative fugue, a form of amnesia. No ID, no car, no clues. Taking in the nameless young woman and her dog, grandmother Lois finds an ally in the local vet, Dr. Jacob. Attraction sparks but isn’t falling in love only for the young?
And why isn’t anyone searching for the young woman? Or is someone?
Another suspenseful, heart-warming, second chance on love romance set on the rugged shore of Lake Superior by a USA Today bestselling author.
Beautiful shore, Dangerous seasons~
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April 10, 2022
In the Mood for a Wedding?
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April 8, 2022
Complete 4 book inspirational romance series for 99cents!
Can love spark in the shadow of mystery and survive?
Yes, if hearts are open…but some hearts won’t open till the pressure becomes too great to resist. Lifelong girlfriends suffer crises: Who is hacking into sensitive medical center records? Stealing valuable antiques? And why has a father of twin boys disappeared?
The friends face these challenges and through them, each finds love, each believing hope abounds. And faith can face anything. If you enjoy page-turning suspenseful, deeply emotional and real-life stories with triumphant endings, this is for you.
“I loved this. Shed a few tears and a few smiles. Wonderful characters…both adults and children.”
“Truth and Love…books deal with real life circumstances and how God’s patience and love is manifested through His word and people…refreshing because it deals with love and imperfect people.”
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