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November 18, 2016
Ancient Tree by Adele Downs #Foto_Friday
Photo copyright Adele Downs 2016
Filed under: Environment, Flowers and Gardens, Foto_Friday, Historical Sites in Pennsylvania, Original Photography, Photography, Places in Pennsylvania Tagged: Adele Downs original photographs, Tyler Arboretum
November 16, 2016
Mornings By The Bay: Fall Beauty
Fall at the beach has a unique look and feel that is both beautiful and exciting. My husband and I spent a weekend at our beach house in Delaware recently, where the skies were sunny and bright and temperatures held in the low 60’s. Eastern Daylight Savings time had ended, and after spending the afternoon walking the boardwalk and shopping at my favorite indie bookstore, we headed home.
Sunset arrives early on the eastern shore this time of year–around 5 PM. On the way back to our place, this stunning site over the bay made me catch my breath. I grabbed my iPhone, the only camera I had handy, and snapped these pictures. Except to add my signature, they have not been altered in any way. The cloud shapes and colors are exactly as nature intended.
I hope you enjoy this glimpse of fall sunset at the beach.
Photos copyright Adele Downs 2016
Filed under: Beach Life, Beach Photographs, Beach Vacation, Environment, Fall Equinox, Living At The Beach, Original Photography, Photography, Seasons of the Year Tagged: Fall sunset over Delaware Bay, Original photography by Adele Downs
November 14, 2016
SANTA TO THE RESCUE – #99cents @choosybookworm @entangledpub
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A sweet Christmas romance novella suitable for all audiences from teens to grandmas.
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SANTA TO THE RESCUE by Adele Downs
“Really puts you in the Christmas spirit! Loved it! 5 stars!”~ Curling Up With A Good Book
Summary:
Firefighter Jamey Tucker knows three things in life to be true: An honorable man doesn’t go back on his word, never hurts a woman, and lasting love isn’t a myth. But with his recent move to a new job at the Appleton Fire station, the long hours don’t offer hope of finding the love he’s looking for.
When Jamey meets beautiful pediatric nurse Heather Longhurst after hearing her sing Santa Baby in a supermarket aisle, he offers her a promise he discovers he can’t keep. Heather has been betrayed by men in the past, making it hard for Jamey to gain her trust. Determined to find a way to win her heart, Jamey uses firefighter engine-uity and Heather’s favorite song to prove he’s got Christmas spirit she can believe in all year.
Excerpt:
Christmas music played over the supermarket loudspeakers, punctuated by the occasional commercial interruption or cleanup request. A tune he remembered his parents singing to him as a child filled the air and Jamey hummed along. Though the song reminded him of home, the lyrics brought unexpected comfort instead of homesickness. It was as if his family had sent him a message to chase away his loneliness.
Though he wouldn’t spend the holidays with his parents or sisters for the first time in his life, the importance of his duty to his new job, and the need to make personal connections in this great new town, bolstered his resolve to make the most of the solitary holiday ahead.
Jamey turned down the bread lane and tossed loaves into the cart as another Christmas song played. It sounded kinda’ girly and sexy and he recognized Taylor Swift’s voice singing Santa Baby in Country music style. His favorite.
When he looked up, a woman further down the aisle grabbed his attention while she sang along. She bent her knees, did a little dip, and then wiggled her butt, which even beneath blue scrubs and a short winter jacket looked incredible.
Jamey halted dead in his tracks, hoping the gorgeous blonde wouldn’t see him and become embarrassed. Or stop.
She sang out, her voice smoky and hot. The subtle rasp in her vocals sent pangs low in his belly that ricocheted to his solar plexus and cranked up his heartbeat.
Her ponytail swung with her next dip and shimmy and Jamey’s mouth went dry. The woman continued on her way, oblivious to him behind her. After another sway of her ponytail, she turned the corner and disappeared out of sight.
Jamey swallowed. Holy crap. He wanted to follow her, but that would be weird. Plus, if she figured out he’d done that, she’d take him for a freak. Definitely not a good way to make a first impression.
Grudgingly, he headed toward the peanut butter, jams and jellies section, remembering the guys waiting for breakfast. On his way, he glanced down each aisle, hoping to see the woman again, but having no luck. He finished shopping and headed to the checkout line.
A flash of blue cloth in the Express lane kicked up his pulse rate. Jamey headed toward the Fifteen Items or Less sign and did a fast count of the packages inside his cart. One, two, three, four, five… He’d probably be okay.
He picked up his pace to the checkout lane before someone else rolled in behind the beautiful woman with the blonde ponytail, sexy voice and adorable bottom waiting her turn there.
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November 11, 2016
On Veterans Day- A Trip To The American Helicopter Museum
On Veterans Day, I’m thinking of those who have served our country, and sending my heartfelt thanks for their sacrifice. Almost all of the men in my family have served in either the Navy or the Marines and I appreciate each one of them for keeping our nation safe.
In honor of Veteran’s Day, I thought I’d share some of my photos of vintage military aircraft from the American Helicopter Museum in West Chester, Pennsylvania. I highly recommend a visit to this wonderful museum if you visit southeastern Pennsylvania. It’s located about a mile from QVC headquarters and worth the trip.
Thank you for your service.
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Photos copyright Adele Downs
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Filed under: Helicopters, Military, Military Aircraft, Museums, Places in Pennsylvania, Places to Visit in the USA, Veteran, Veteran's Day Tagged: American Helicopter Museum, honoring Veterans Day, original photos by Adele Downs, photos of vintage helicopters
November 10, 2016
LUXURY MODEL WIFE by Adele Downs-One For The Keeper Shelf!
LUXURY MODEL WIFE is an All Romance eBooks Staff Pick! If you haven’t ordered your copy yet, I hope you’ll give the book a try. The story is contemporary romance with elements of mystery and suspense. Garnering 5-Star reviews from book bloggers and readers.
“Adele Downs’ LUXURY MODEL WIFE is a great read. This book is so good I couldn’t put it down.” 5 Stars! Kim~Danielle’s Domain Reviews
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November 7, 2016
HOOK ME UP Firefighter Romance #99cents – Free on #KindleUnlimited
Firefighter contemporary romance.
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About the Story:
Firemen don’t free cats from trees anymore—until a pretty schoolteacher gets trapped on a limb with her kitten and the county’s hottest firefighter comes to their rescue.
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Praise for Hook Me Up
“Hook Me Up by Adele Downs warmed my heart. Being a cat lover lol I couldn’t pass up the chance to read about the ‘damsel in distress with her kitten’ to be rescued by the hottest fireman in the city. How can you go wrong with kitties and a handsome hero?” 5 Stars! ~ Ravannah Rayne
“I was hooked from the start. There was *hand over mouth ‘O’ my gawd I would be so embarrassed, to grabbing tissues, to laughing out loud in this book. If you’re looking for sex scenes and erotica you aren’t going to find that anywhere in this book. But the author has done such a phenomenal job building the chemistry between Knox and Lexi you don’t need it. The story is excellent without it. You will need your own fire hydrant to put out the flames that Knox and Lexi create in this story.” 5 Stars! ~My Family’s Heart Reviews
“Hook Me Up – This story had a little bit of everything I look for when I’m reading a story. Good pacing, some humor and a hot hero. Knox is a complex man. He had a lot of depth and it was nice to see that he wasn’t perfect. His flaws and his issues made him more real, which I appreciated. And even though the way they met was very unconventional, the pair make it work. A sweet story with a satisfying ending. I’ll definitely be checking out what else Adele Downs has to offer.” 5 Stars! ~Z Shaw
“This book is marvelous, it cracked me up at the very first page…This is truly a sweet, touching and funny romance! If I could give it more than five stars I would! It is a must must read book!” 5 Stars! ~ Roxie’s Reviews
“Adele Downs writes with wit and emotion. Her characters are always lovable and HOT! She makes you want more.” 5 Stars! ~Will Work For Books
“Hook Me Up (Adele Downs) is a really quick story – it starts off with our heroine stuck in a tree! Of course, the sexy firefighter arrives to save the day! I loved the chemistry between these two – and the whole story just made me smile.” 4.5 Stars! ~ Cat’s Reviews
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November 4, 2016
Fall Gourds by Adele Downs #Foto_Friday
Photo copyright Adele Downs 2016
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November 2, 2016
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October 31, 2016
LIP SERVICE by Adele Downs-Contemporary Ghost Story
My contemporary romance novel with paranormal elements LIP SERVICE has received excellent reviews and is available in both ebook and print formats.
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“Perfection! It was just right in every way possible. The characters were interesting, flawed just enough, yet smart and funny. The plot was unique, entertaining, and clever. The writing was witty, well-paced, and insightful. And the sensual scenes sizzled and snapped. But most of all, I like that they bested a recalcitrant ghost.” 5 Stars! ~Rockin’ and Reviewing
“I loved this book! It had everything you could ask for. I will read this book again and again.” 5 Stars! ~ T.R. Amazon Review
“Adele Downs weaves together a magical love story.” 5 Stars! ~Girl with Pen
About The Book:
Some ghosts won’t take “yes” for an answer.
Jack Harris has loved Legs Anderson since they were kids. Now that he has her in his bed, he has no intention of letting her go. Aunt Ada has other ideas, even from the grave.
GETTING BETWEEN JACK…
Orphaned at a young age, Legs Anderson owes her Aunt Ada everything. The stoic old lady raised her, and Ada’s warnings about men—and the Harris boys in particular—have stuck, even after her death. Of course, that could be because Ada stuck around, too.
…AND HIS LEGS
Patience is not one of Jack Harris’s virtues, and he’s waited too long to start a life with the woman he’s loved since childhood instead of them just knocking boots. Now Ada is interfering from beyond the grave, haunting the old Victorian house she bequeathed to her niece and reinforcing Legs’s fears of commitment. But Jack won’t give up. No matter what trouble may follow, the house will be renovated, Ada will learn to let go, Legs will put her money where her mouth is…and then Jack’ll put his lips everywhere else.
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October 30, 2016
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