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January 11, 2016

Cruisin’ through books cause books make life worth living with Aly 1/11/2016 part 4

Josephine’s Journals: Book Two of the Sabine Trilogy by Phyllis H Moore


This book was a great way to get the reader to understand and know the character of Josephine better.  I loved it as much as the first book.  * I received this book from the author in exchange for an honest review*  5/5



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Published on January 11, 2016 08:39

Cruisin’ through books cause books make life worth living with Aly 1/11/2016 part 3

Sabine, Book One of the Sabine Trilogy by Phyllis H. Moore


This was a great book.  I don’t know how these authors do it sometimes but this one is such a great adventure.  I loved being along for the ride.  * I received this book from the author in exchange for an honest review*  5/5
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Published on January 11, 2016 08:36

Cruisin’ through books cause books make life worth living with Aly 1/11/2016 part 2

Wild Thing by Luke Kendall


This book had me wanting more. I love the world the author created and the character of Sara. Institute for Paranormal Dysfunction was a great idea. I like the name as well.  :)  This book kept me interested and wanting more.  I was very excited to read this book.  It had many things I love about my books Paranormal, mages, action, adventure, and much more.  * I received this book from the author in exchange for an honest review*  5/5


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Published on January 11, 2016 08:33

January 9, 2016

Down By The River

Just a wonderful shot I thought I would share.


Rob Moses Photography


exif data rob moses canon 6d 50mm 1.4I was down by the river last weekend shooting some photos. I decided I’d hope in on one of the shots for a little bokeh action! Pretty cool view from a dark river bank on a cold winter night.



Thanks for stopping by, Rob



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Published on January 09, 2016 12:26

Clueless Blogger – A year later

Some good words of wisdom here for those looking to start blogging! #SupportIndieAuthors!


Myths of the Mirror


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After 4 years I still feel like a clueless newbie in the blogosphere. Blogging for me has been more like an adventure without a plan, a book without a plot where the protagonist stumbles willy-nilly through random scenes, hoping for the best.



I pay little attention to stats, and if the insights page didn’t occasionally rear up on its own, I wouldn’t look at it at all. The glimpse is good for a chuckle. I feel a bit like a kid who’s getting close to sitting at the grown-up table.



Blog Stats



In 2012, I blogged for a whole year. I had 7 visitors, 1 like and comments. You would think I’d worked hard at being that bad. Nope, just clueless.



In 2013, I employed the same winning strategy of non-engagement, but my stats improved – I earned 13 comments for the year!



Toward the end of 2014, I realized that perhaps this…


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Published on January 09, 2016 11:33

Cruisin’ through books cause books make life worth living with Aly 1/9/2016 part 12

Mage and the Freckled Frog by Craig A. Price Jr.


What a cute and fun short story.  I loved to get these little books once in a while.  It  feels like such a break from longer books.  This book even has a little magic in it for me.  * I received this book from the author in exchange for an honest review*  5/5


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Published on January 09, 2016 09:56

Cruisin’ through books cause books make life worth living with Aly 1/9/2016 part 11

Diamonds Under a Hickory Tree by Craig A. Price Jr *FREE*


What a great little short story.  I was captured all the way through.  * I received this book from the author in exchange for an honest review*
5/5
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Published on January 09, 2016 09:54

Cruisin’ through books cause books make life worth living with Aly 1/9/2016 part 10

The Raven by Aderyn Wood


I loved the cover of this book.  It caught my attention right away, once inside the book kept me reading more.  I was enthralled into a world of fantasy.   I enjoyed the character Iluna.  I loved the world around her even though she grew up an outcast, she has a powerful gift.  I would love to read more in this series and can’t wait to see what happens next.  * I received this book from the author in exchange for an honest review*   5/5
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Published on January 09, 2016 09:52

Cruisin’ through books cause books make life worth living with Aly 1/9/2016 part 9

Crochet:Beginner’s Complete Guide: Master the Art of Crochet Basics-Includes 10 Cute and Easy Baby Crochet Projects with Illustrations! by Ashley Dark


Ok I didn’t know a darn thing about Crochet until now.  I have always thought about trying it and after reading this book, I may give it a shot.  I think the book was easy to follow and made it sounds easy and fun.  * I received this book from the author in exchange for an honest review*  5/5


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Published on January 09, 2016 09:50

Cruisin’ through books cause books make life worth living with Aly 1/9/2016 part 8

Ten Wild Herbs For Ten Modern Problems: Facing Today’s Health Challenges With Holistic Herbal Remedies by Mary Thibodeau


Though this book is not very big, it has quite a bit of helpful knowledge in it.  My sister likes to use herbs whenever she can on things.  She would love this book more than I did.  I learned a lot and will have to try some of these herbs out for myself. I also loved the pictures for people like me so I will know the herb when I see it!   * I received this book from the author in exchange for an honest review*  5/5


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Published on January 09, 2016 09:49