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December 18, 2013
To Write a Sex Scene or Not Write a Sex Scene, That Is The Question (Today’s Wednesday Wisdom)
At several of the book club discussions I’ve attended over the year about my first novel, many women have asked me why I didn’t write the sex scene between Michael and Annabelle when they first became intimate. I have two answers for you: 1—My parents would read it. I’m not sure how I’d feel discussing […]

Published on December 18, 2013 13:55
December 17, 2013
Walking Through the Park and Reminiscing
I was a sophomore in high school and a member of the cheerleading squad. We decided that as part of the Christmas season, we would get together out of a sense of “goodwill towards men” and go caroling. Dressed warmly for the weather, a handful of Christmas carols up our sleeves, we set out upon […]

Published on December 17, 2013 05:12
December 13, 2013
My Husband’s Other Favorite Christmas Cookie (On Today’s Friday Fashion & Food)
So in reverse order today, I’ll be showcasing a recipe first, and then a stylish fashion look. * * * We had a good laugh about it last night. My husband found it hilarious that I was blogging about his favorite Christmas cookie. But, of course, in typical fashion, he second-guessed me. “Are you sure […]

Published on December 13, 2013 12:26
December 12, 2013
My Husband’s Favorite Christmas Cookie
Today, I’m breaking the rule that my husband set forth upon me when I started this blog of mine. His stern warning came in the form of this: “Do not blog about me.” Okay, my darling, I won’t blog about you. However, I will blog about your favorite cookie. Cookies are fair game, right? Of […]

Published on December 12, 2013 12:01
December 10, 2013
So Much Wisdom In A Christmas Wish.
I get teased a lot because I’m a Hallmark Channel “junkie.” It doesn’t bother me at all, however, because it’s my one vice, and yet I find it’s typically a positive one. My kids often watch the Hallmark movies with me, however, they know which one is their favorite. It’s called A Christmas Wish, and […]

Published on December 10, 2013 19:53
10 Books That Have Stayed With You
Some of you may have noticed a “tag, you’re it” game that’s happening on Facebook where a friend tags you and asks you to name 10 books that made some kind of lasting impression on you, for whatever reason. My friend, Barbara, tagged me, and I participated. It’s not easy to identify ONLY 10 books […]

Published on December 10, 2013 10:06
December 9, 2013
Proud of My Travel Writers
* * * The semester is over, and now the students are taking final exams. I have completed teaching a Special Topics in Local Travel Writing course in our Business Communication department at Stevenson University, and I have one thing to say. I loved it. As any form of travel is wont to do, a […]

Published on December 09, 2013 08:22
December 6, 2013
Cozy Comfort is Today’s Theme! — Fashion Friday & Food
Layering up for the colder months is important in helping us feel warm and cozy. These ideas below all incorporate some form of layering, as well as some personal style to keep it contemporary. I came across LITTLE MISS FEARLESS’s blog yesterday after finding one of her Pins on Pinterest. Check out her blog; she’s […]

Published on December 06, 2013 05:59
December 5, 2013
Musical Interlude…
* * * Today, I have nothing to say…I just want you to listen…and enjoy. Happy Holidays. Filed under: On Love Tagged: angels we have heard on high, christmas music, christmas spirit, creative listening, happy holidays, just music, music, no words, piano guys, piano music, Postaweek

Published on December 05, 2013 14:41
December 3, 2013
Come And Woo Me, Woo Me. ~ Wednesday Wisdom
* * * Shakespeare was no fool, people. He knew exactly what he was doing when he created Rosalind, an important female character in “As You Like It.” Rosalind’s best qualities are that she is witty, intelligent, scheming and lively. She makes the above remark to Orlando, her suitor, when she says, “Come, woo me, […]

Published on December 03, 2013 17:07