Art of the Chase is utterly charming and a lovely diversion from everyday life. Ms. Brogan's writing style is delightful. This is the first I have read of her work, and I will definitely be reading more! From the moment they met, I knew Chase and Jo's story would be a joy to read. I... Continue Reading →
Post-Thanksgiving Moment of Contentment
I had it all plotted out. Everything was on a spreadsheet with things to do each day leading up to the day of the feast. For the first time ever, my parents turned the holiday over to my husband and me. Well, mostly. I should explain. Thanksgiving is my mother's favorite holiday. Her cooking skills... Continue Reading →
Book Review: Monkshood, Tea, and Murder by Joni Folger
Oh, my goodness, Joni Folger has turned me into a mystery reader! Sure, I read Nancy Drew as a kid and devoured every Phyllis A. Whitney book I could get my hands on. But, as an adult, I shied away from mysteries. I mean, yes, I've watched a few mystery series and adore Father Brown…but... Continue Reading →
Book Review: The Duchess Gamble by Sofie Darling
I just closed The Duchess Gamble and jumped right into this review. I knew if I waited longer it would be harder to write because once I've finished a review, the story is well and truly over. The dialog between Celia and Gabriel, mixed with the feelings they don't say aloud builds perfect tension as... Continue Reading →
Lighting: Lamps, and Reading Lights, and More!
I've had the opportunity to review a few different types of lights. Here are some I liked! Gritin LED Neck Reading Light As an avid crocheter, I'm constantly looking for ways to see my stitching under different light conditions. I had been using a craft light overhead, but it gets very warm after it's been... Continue Reading →
Do the Thing…
...Plus a Senior Discount! Almost everyone I know has something they wish to do, but keep putting it off. Yesterday, I did one of those things and it was magical! I have been putting off going to Louisa May Alcott's Orchard House for years now. I first realized it was about an hour from where I... Continue Reading →
Seasons Change and So Do I
As I opened my blinds this morning to see our first snowfall of the season, I couldn't help but think "How perfect!" And I meant it! This snowfall is a winter preview. It's a warm-up (so to speak) of the actual winter performance. It will stop by 9 am and then turn to rain. Then... Continue Reading →
Book Review: White Heather by Jaclyn Reding
White Heather is a wonderful, well-crafted tale. Catriona's story is woven deftly with Robert's as we are drawn into their worlds. Each of their stories starts with unrelated, heartbreaking situations. As we get to know them and they get to know each other, we're drawn into mystery and adventure with twists and turns in just... Continue Reading →
Clothing (Amazon Reviews)
NOTE: As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. Levi's Women's Sporty Box Quilted Puffer Vest Photo from Amazon page: What a lovely and well-made vest! The color was true to the one pictured. (I ordered it in Misty Aqua)) Unfortunately, they sent the wrong size. I ended up giving it to a friend... Continue Reading →
Book Review: A Race to Splendor by Ciji Ware
Let me start by saying I loved this book. However, my timing for starting it left something to be desired. This is by no means the fault of the author. I blame my husband. You see just as the sun was setting while we were away for a conference he attended, he declared that the... Continue Reading →