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July 21, 2014

There’s a Pool Boy in Some of Our Lives and Most of Our Imaginations

He is a Greek God. Adonis. He moves closer to her, just a few feet from her chair. He tips his head sideways to look out from under a wayward lock of blond hair. Dark, lush lashes surround beautiful blue-green … Continue reading →
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Published on July 21, 2014 18:16

July 17, 2014

Want to Play a Game?

Option 1: Marriage Some of the best things life has to offer are yours: companionship, social status, family, and love. However, your chances of success are 50/50, and losing means a train wreck for companionship, social status, family, and love–leaving … Continue reading →
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Published on July 17, 2014 16:05

July 9, 2014

Thursday Trash Talk: Feminine Frustrations

Originally posted on fashion, food and flirts:
Frustrations. We all have them sometimes. And some people have them more often than others. Personally, I seem to be dealing with a lot more frustrations than usual and I find it increasingly…
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Published on July 09, 2014 11:55

June 26, 2014

The Doc said, “Take a Trojan to the Beach.”

I’m sure you’re wondering why Nancy asked me to do a guest post for California Muse since I’m a gynecologist and not a book critic. I suspect it is because I have been badgering her to put condoms on every character … Continue reading →
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Published on June 26, 2014 12:27

June 20, 2014

Sesame Lime Confetti ZuNoodles

Originally posted on What's for dinner, Doc?:
[gallery type="square" ids="273,274,275,276"] I love Asian inspired noodle dishes but I rarely eat pasta or rice noodles. I prefer to save my carbohydrates for fresh fruit and other unprocessed carbohydrates. As you…
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Published on June 20, 2014 17:40

June 18, 2014

Meet Samantha- How could she have been so wrong about a harmless fantasy?

She made her way through the woods. The scent of the foliage and Mother Nature were taking the stress out of the day. She thought about Charlie’s partners. They were . . . interesting. Both of them were incredibly good … Continue reading →
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Published on June 18, 2014 17:42

June 5, 2014

How to Spot a Cheater

How do you know? Everyone is fascinated with someone who deliberately breaks the rules. Taking a piece of the pie at someone else’s expense requires guts and confidence. I asked my friend Jon D’Amore, who was involved in the biggest … Continue reading →
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Published on June 05, 2014 17:28

May 25, 2014

Whetting your appetite–you’re going to want more . . .

HOLOGRAM Chapter One      Eric stood close beside her. His outstretched arms were alongside hers—reaching, steadying her. Sam could feel him; if not physically, then his presence. She knew he was there. He whispered in her ear, “He’ll be here … Continue reading →
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Published on May 25, 2014 13:22

May 17, 2014

The Hairless Generation?

It’s time to get the low down on the down low. I’m off to see Rita the wax goddess at Posh on the boulevard. Rita is the best. If there are new styles, colors, or something else going on down there, … Continue reading →
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Published on May 17, 2014 13:10

April 26, 2014

Chemistry, a Killer Cocktail

If you’re looking for a swanky place for a dynamite martini check out Twenty88 on the boulevard, Camarillo’s hot spot. Mark and I stopped by the other night for Scott’s pear martini, it’s amazing; the icy vodka is divine. I … Continue reading →
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Published on April 26, 2014 10:01