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Did You Know

 Did you know, Star War's Yoda was originally named Buffy?

 

Writerly Wednesday

 What's your go-to word for 
Mine's:  problem. (If you need it feel free to use it.  If you have a different word--excellent:)

It's Tuesday

 

How long does it take you to make the bed when you are putting on fresh sheets?

It takes me eleven minutes. Eleven long, strenuous minutes. Yes, I timed it.

I swear, I never gave changing the sheets a bit of thought when we had a full bed. Or a queen. Or a king. Then  we got adjustable beds. Don't misunderstand me. I love them.  They're great for reading in bed or watching a movie. Or having trouble breathing. Or just finding the right height for comfort.  But when it's time to change out the bedding, OMG. It's like wrestling a lion. If you have an adjustable bed, you know what I'm talking about. We have two XL twins, placed side by side, in one frame. Which means twin sheets that you have to crawl onto the bed to battle tug them on and tuck them in. Then after getting the sheets on you switch to king size blankets and coverlet. It tires me just thinking about it. I think I'm going to put it under the heading of exercise. It should count, don't you think?

What about you.  How long does it take you to put on fresh bedding? What size is your bed?

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Look at those daffies. Spring has come to NC--at least temporarily. In honor of the occasion, I've put away my long pants and dug out my shorts. I do get a kick out of the folks that are tougher than I and wear them all year long.

SO, blogger buds. How long does it take you to make your bed? Have you pulled out your shorts yet? 

 

 

Weekend Wishes

 

Did You Know

 Did you know, when the Queen of England transfers her purse to her other arm, it's a signal she wants to end the conversation? 

 

IWSG Wednesday

 

The first Wednesday of every month is officially Insecure Writer’s Support Groupday. We post our thoughts, talk about our doubts and the fears we have conquered, and our struggles and triumphs. Hopefully we offer a word of encouragement for others who are struggling.

The awesome co-hosts for the March 2 posting of the IWSG are Janet Alcorn, Pat Garcia, Natalie Aguirre, and Shannon Lawrence!  Thanks, ladies. Much appreciated.

This month’s question: March 2 question - Have you ever been conflicted about writing a story or adding a scene to a story? How did you decide to write it or not?

I’m passing on this one. Anyone else had a conflict on writing a story or scene?

February/March reviews in no particular order.

*Disclaimer. If I run into an occasional typo, I ignore it and don’t factor it into my review.

 

POUR IT ON (Keystone Couples) By Staci Troilo

What a fun novella.

Romy Chandler desperately needs a sommelier. Her restaurant is hosting a meet and greet in a few hours and she needs someone who knows their way around a good wine.

Rick Santucci is looking for outlets to sell wines from his vineyard.

When he walks into Romy’s restaurant, he’s immediately mistaken for an applicant applying for the sommelier job. The mix up that ensues leads to hilarious moments, confusion…and love.

Troilo fans will definitely enjoy this sparkling read.

Available at Amazon.

 

 

 

THE REBEL’S REDEMPTION by Jacquie Biggar

As a hot-tempered youth, Jared Martin left home, hurting the people who loved him best. Now he’s back, only to discover he has an eight-year-old son he knew nothing about.  Unfortunately, trouble comes with him, putting everyone he cares about in danger. To save them, he turns to someone he knows he can rely on, a brother SEAL.

Ms. Biggar does a masterful job of entwining suspense and love in another heart-pounding story in the Wounded Hearts series.

Available at Amazon.

 

 

 

 

 

JUST AN ODD JOB GIRL by Sally Cronin

This was a delightful read about Imogen, a woman in her fifties, who is traded in for a younger model. It’s been years since she worked and has no training to speak of. When she goes to a temp agency and starts reminiscing about past odd jobs, she discovers that she has more to offer than she realized.

Ms. Cronin always breathes life into her characters, making them feel real enough to tumble off the page and say hello😊.

Available at Amazon.

 

 

 

 

 

DIRTY AIR by Joe Congel

Congel has another keeper.

The third book in the Razzman Mystery Crime Files series is every bit as good as the first two. In Dirty Air, Rozzito—a baseball man—finds himself emersed in NASCAR where a favorite driver has been murdered. Just when he and his partner think they’ve got it figured out, the case takes another unexpected twist and keeps the partners—as well as the readers—guessing.

I like Razzman’s partner Scott and his girlfriend Karen, but my favorite character is Scott’s and Tony’s trusty sidekick Vinnie.   He steals the show.

For Razzman devotees, you won’t be disappointed. I thoroughly enjoyed the read and look forward to the next in the series. Keep them coming, Mr. Congel.😊

Available at Amazon.

 

 

It's Tuesday

 

Well,

so far (knock on wood) the scratching post seems to be working. I think it helps that it's fairly tall, has tight carpeting, which seems to appeal to the critters. And I'm sure the catnip I spray on it doesn't hurt anything:) 

 ANDSigns of Spring in the Garden

 The tulips are ready for spring.

The rose bushes are thinking seriously about it.

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It's time to plant the holly tree.

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An easy peasy salad

 

layered with spinach leaves, shredded carrots, apples, walnuts, red peppers with honey mustard dressing. The next time I made it, I left out the red peppers and liked the flavor better.

What about you blogger buds, got an easy salad? Signs of spring in the garden?  Scratch pads or posts that work?

Weekend Wishes

 

Did You Know

 Did you know, before Ed O'Neill became an actor he'd been drafted by the  Pittsburgh Steelers?

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Writerly Wednesday

What's your go-to word for: 

 Mine's: suspect.

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