Monthly Archives: February 2012

HUMP DAY POTPOURRI: WAITING ON WEDNESDAY — FEB. 29

Welcome to another Hump Day Potpourri, in which we celebrate Waiting on Wednesday, hosted by Jill, at Breaking the Spine. This is our opportunity to spotlight upcoming releases we’re excited about. Today I’m excited about a book from an author … Continue reading

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MONDAY POTPOURRI: MUSINGS — FEB. 27

Welcome to Monday Potpourri, my place to celebrate Musing Mondays, hosted by Should Be Reading. Today’s prompt: • Do you read books that are part of a series? • Do you collect all the books in the series before starting? … Continue reading

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WEEKEND POTPOURRI: CREATIVE EXPRESSION — FEB. 25

Perusing my folder of Fiona’s art led to today’s gallery of potpourri…and the new header. I adore the artistic creations of my children and grandchildren, and they all seem to have some talent.  Somehow it skipped right over me, lol; … Continue reading

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FRIDAY POTPOURRI: BOOK BEGINNINGS & THE FRIDAY 56 — FEB. 24

Welcome to a potpourri of fun today as we share Book Beginnings, hosted by A Few More Pages; and as we showcase The Friday 56 with Freda’s Voice. To join in, just grab a book and share the opening lines…along … Continue reading

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PURSUING HAPPINESS FROM OPPOSITE DIRECTIONS — A REVIEW

The two of them were polar opposites: Blake was a handsome, rich rogue who loved to play, while Maxine was a renowned psychiatrist called in to assist with traumatized and suicidal adolescents. Despite their differences, they loved one another, had … Continue reading

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HUMP DAY POTPOURRI: WAITING ON WEDNESDAY — FEB. 22

Welcome to another Hump Day Potpourri, in which we celebrate Waiting on Wednesday, hosted by Jill, at Breaking the Spine. This is our opportunity to spotlight upcoming releases we’re excited about. Recently I finished a gorgeous book by Sarah Jio, … Continue reading

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TUESDAY POTPOURRI: SIGNS OF SPRING — FEB. 21

In the past few days, it’s been beautiful out.  While the blossoms you see in the photo above aren’t out yet, it won’t be long. I took a stroll around the neighborhood, inhaling the outdoor scent.  I’ve been pretty much … Continue reading

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SUNDAY POTPOURRI: NOSTALGIA — FEB. 19

I love Sunday mornings!  As I think back to my years in the “trenches,” as I like to dub my career in social work, I didn’t really enjoy Sunday.   Sunday was like the dark tunnel that led directly to Monday … Continue reading

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FRIDAY POTPOURRI: BOOK BEGINNINGS & THE FRIDAY 56 — FEB. 17

Welcome to a potpourri of fun today as we share Book Beginnings, hosted by A Few More Pages; and as we showcase The Friday 56 with Freda’s Voice. To join in, just grab a book and share the opening lines…along … Continue reading

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HUMP DAY POTPOURRI: MIDWEEK REFLECTIONS — FEB. 15

It’s raining today, which means that it’s perfect for reading…and even writing. I did a little rereading and tweaking of my Defining Moments WIP yesterday…and finished reading The Bungalow. (Click the title to go to the review). What a fabulous … Continue reading

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