Caridad Piñeiro's Blog, page 9
August 24, 2025
Expect nothing, appreciate everything
Sunday thought for the day: Expect nothing, appreciate everything. I’ve always believed in being grateful for what I have and appreciating it. As for expecting things, I’m a firm believer in working for what I want. Of course, it’s hard to carry that attitude over to my daughter and grandbaby because I would like them to have anything they want. But I know my daughter doesn’t expect to be given anything, and I know that she works hard for what she wants. Just some thoughts for one of the last Sundays of summer.
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August 22, 2025
Is a Hamburger a Sandwich?
It’s an age-old question. Is a hamburger a sandwich? Same goes for a hot dog? If we say that a sandwich is meat, cheese, or some other filling between two pieces of bread, I think a hamburger is a sandwich. What about you? P.S. Nothing to do with hamburgers or sandwiches, except that Robbie in DEFENDED BY THE BODYGUARD is a bottomless pit when it comes to food. LOL! Grab your copy of #2 in the Crooked Pass Security series at a special price at https://amzn.to/45YmV73.
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August 21, 2025
Goodbye, Old Friend
Goodbye, old friend! Twenty-five years ago, I bought a Sebring Convertible, and over the years, it’s been a happy part of my life, bringing many joyous memories. Driving my daughter and her friends with the top down. A road trip to Florida. Taking part in a few Ocean Grove July 4th parades to support my daughter’s surf and skate shop. Cruising on the open road, top down, radio blasting. Unfortunately, twenty-five years took their toll on my baby. This past Saturday, we traded her in. But before we did that, my daughter and I took a final drive, top down, radio blasting! When we arrived at the dealer, we did a last photo of us with my old friend. Thank you for so many wonderful years and memories! P.S. Connie, the too responsible, too workaholic heroine of WHAT HAPPENS IN SUMMER, can’t resist a drive in the hero’s convertible supercar. Grab the first book in the series, ONE SUMMER NIGHT, for only 99 cents at https://amzn.to/3Joq6w5.
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August 20, 2025
What do you wish you had known…
With kids heading back to school, I have to ask: What’s the one thing that you wish you had known when you were back in school? I was always by-the-book, listen to what the teacher says, kind of kid. We taught my daughter to be the same way. In retrospect, I wish I had known that I should question things I was being told by some teachers. I was lucky to have a mom who taught me to think for myself and I did it often. Today it’s more important than ever to do your own research to understand what is happening. What about you? What do you wish you had known? P.S. One person who knows how to understand what’s happening even when it defies logic is FBI Agent Diana Reyes. She’s determined, tortured, and kick a**, but she will work doggedly to get to the truth. I think you’ll love her! Pick up DARKNESS CALLS, the first book in my vampire suspense series, for only 99 cents at https://amzn.to/47DGHWF.
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August 19, 2025
Welcome Libby Tanner on World Photography Day
Please welcome my fellow author Libby Tanner who is here to help us celebrate World Photography Day! But, I’d like to let you know that she’s also got her debut book out today! BETTER THAN GELATO is a story about a young woman who lands a dream nanny job in Milan and finds herself dealing with a diabolical six-year-old and falling in love…with an American! Please take a moment to check out Libby’s new contemporary romance novel! Grab the E-book at https://amzn.to/45UlaHT, print book at https://amzn.to/41Hxwkc, or e-book at https://amzn.to/45F95VE. And now, without further ado, is Libby chatting about World Photography Day!
Happy World Photography Day! I’m Libby Tanner and I’m delighted to sneak into Caridad’s blog today, as photographers all over the world celebrate the magic of seeing the world through a camera lens. Juliet Evans, star of my debut novel Better Than Gelato, has always dreamed of a career in photography. But she’s destined to take over the family dry cleaning business. Will a year in Italy change the trajectory of her life forever? And will she fall in love with the adorkable research intern who’s trying to sweep her off her feet? The answer to both of those questions is YES! If you want to read all about her adventures, check out BETTER THAN GELATO on audiobook, e-book, or paperback. And in the meantime, what is the best photo you’ve taken this summer? I managed to snap a pic of my 9-year-old just as he leaped out of a tree into a lake, and it might be my favorite of the summer.
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August 18, 2025
5 Tropes Romantic Suspense Readers Love
There are at least five tropes that romantic suspense readers can’t get enough of! I have my favorites too. Ones like bodyguard romance (hint hint), enemies to lovers, kidnapping rescue (another hint hint), and so many others. Today I’m highlighting five that I love and that I think readers love! If you love them also, please take a moment to check out the Crooked Pass Security series and grab your copies today at https://amzn.to/47cmo2o.
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August 17, 2025
Happy National Black Cat Appreciation Day
Happy National Black Cat Appreciation Day! When we adopted our first cat, Osiris, the lady at the shelter told us that black cats were hard to place because people were superstitious about black cats. We were surprised by that, and since we had no qualms about a black cat, Osiris became a member of our family. We had her for over seventeen years, but lost her to cancer a few years ago. P.S. If there was ever one of my heroines that needed a cat, it would be FBI Agent Diana Reyes from DARKNESS CALLS, my first vampire suspense series. She’s a hard worker with a tortured past, and I think a cat would help her chill out. Grab your copy today for only 99 cents at https://amzn.to/3HitSqd.
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August 16, 2025
Tense Teaser CLIFFSIDE KIDNAPPING
I love creating stories that keep you turning the pages well past midnight. It’s a challenge to blend danger, passion, and swoon-worthy heroes! That’s why I think you’ll love CLIFFSIDE KIDNAPPING. I’m just going to ask one thing: Don’t blame me if Sophie and Ryder’s story keeps you up late tonight! Grab your copy today at https://amzn.to/47cmo2o. Here’s a tense teaser from the story to get you started!
“Are you worried about that car?” she asked and peered back at it again. The vehicle had picked up speed on the straighter length of the road and was gaining on them.
“License plates have those black covers that make them hard to read. Not what you expect on cars around here,” he said and checked the mirror again.
She did as well and realized that the windows were so tinted it was impossible to identify the driver.
Not good, she thought just as Ryder said, “Hold on.”
Barely several yards ahead was a driveway and Ryder turned into it, the car fishtailing until Ryder righted it onto the narrow lane and jerked to a stop. Delilah whined and shifted uneasily in her seat, clearly sensing the heightened tension in the vehicle.
They all turned as the suspicious SUV shot past the driveway.
Ryder immediately jammed his car into reverse and, seeing it was clear, whipped out and back onto the road.
The SUV was in sight but pulling away quickly.
“In a rush or escaping?” Sophie asked, trying to read past the dark license plate covers to get the number.
Ryder peeked in her direction and said, “Only one way to find out.”
He put the pedal to the metal, making up ground on their suspect car but the driver increased his speed, trying to outrun them.
“I guess we know,” she said.
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August 15, 2025
Oxtail Stew
I haven’t done a recipe in ages, so for today’s Food Friday, I decided to share one of my personal favorites: Oxtail Stew. This dish is a love it or hate it kind of food. My daughter and I love it, but hubby not so much. Properly done, an oxtail stew is meaty and tasty! For those who love braised short ribs, you’ll love oxtail stew. P.S. Who in my book world would love this? Definitely Carlo from the At the Shore series. As a seasoned chef, he would totally make a dish like this for Emma, the love of his life. You can enjoy their story in NEVER A BRIDE. Grab your copy today at https://amzn.to/4fzJ3Yu.
Ingredients:
2 cups chopped onions
1 cup chopped carrots
1 tbsp capers
1/2 cup chopped manzanilla olives
32 oz Chicken Broth (The packaged kind)
2 cups dry red wine
10-12 large oxtails
2-3 bay leaves
Directions:
Trim any excess fat from the oxtails. Pat and dry. You may have very small oxtails in the package and I keep them to make beef broth and don’t use them for the stew.
Heat some olive oil in a stockpot. Brown both sides of the oxtails and then remove to a plate. You will need to remove everything but about 2-3 tbsps of the grease from the stockpot, and discard it.
Add the carrots and cook for about five minutes. Then add the onions and cook until they are starting to brown.
Add the capers and olives and cook for about five minutes. Return the oxtails and any juices to the stockpot. Add the chicken broth, bay leaves, and red wine, and bring to a low simmer.
Oxtails are a tough meat, much like short ribs. Summer on low for about 3 to 4 hours, or until tender. Salt and pepper to taste. I usually serve the oxtails over white rice.
It’s a hearty, delicious dish, especially in the winter! I hope you try this out and I hope you’ll enjoy it.
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August 14, 2025
Happy Mother Daughter Journey
It seems like yesterday that my daughter joined me for my very first book signing. It’ll actually be twenty-six years this September, which is hard to believe. But what I love most is that my daughter has joined me on this book journey and is now a successful author. I love being able to do book signings with her and see how wonderfully she is doing. To find out more about my mini-me’s awesome stories, including her new romantasy TRAVELER, please visit https://amzn.to/3JzAnFy.
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