§ "The King[s] of the Night"

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book title:
*:*:MIDNIGHT MONARCH:*:*:
[an unauthorized biography]

Laughing and applauding as she listened, Johnny loved being a comic; his mom was his best audience. Walking by the window, looking out to the snow-covered, frigid landscape, secretly Johnny moaned "I've got to get away from this godforsaken country!" Turning to face his mother at the kitchen table Johnny blurted: "Mom, I'm leaving when I have enough saved up. It's like living at a dead end street here." Reaching in the back of the cupboard, bringing out her secret savings, Ruth handed it to her son giving him her blessings. Aboard a Greyhound, California bound, he befriended another; camaraderie grew over the miles . The days-long journey ended at 12:01a.m. His friend exited the bus as Johnny began his departure. Ed shouted with Johnny's last footfall... "Hollywood? Her-r-r-r-e's Johnny"!!! In the darkened early morning hour, the world had a rising star, the Monarch of Midnight.

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Okay, I'm all for equal rights of both genders. But, I've often wondered just how many out there of us lady bloggers feel that we are being 'SHORT' changed when it comes to advertisements. Everywhere you look these days, there are scantly-dressed ladies...in store windows, in magazines, on billboards, in movies, and even down to the 'in home' versions....commercials!! Take for instance, Victoria's Secret. You're relaxing for the evening, and enjoying a good movie when up comes a commercial for ladies' underwear. All the women parade around 'in their comfort zone'......in less than skimpy, revealing, underwear. And what we women get for opposite gender advertisements are those dumpy dudes dressed up in ill fitting fruit costumes...stretching the collars of a T-shirt or the elastic waistbands? I mean, really....come on!! I propose that we all should unite and demand that Victoria's Secret open a new chain of stores and advertise profusely!!! VICTOR'S SECRET!!!! Come on, let's hear it for the boys!!! Honestly, I can see Lifetime picking up commercial time for these products, can't you. More than likely they'd keep some of us women pleased about commercials now and then. Who needs a snack run between commercials when you have equal-time eye candy like this?!! There, I've stated my thoughts on this, now it's your turn to speak up.....
{insert catcalls and whistles from me}


Three photos borrowed from Google search for Underwear for Men...no, I didn't go to any porn sites...lordy!!

§ Uneasy lies the head that wears a crown...~Wm. Shakespeare

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*:*:ROYAL SECRETS:*:*:

Within the shadowed walls of the complex, rooms are filled with historic scandals. If only the walls could tell all!! As the story opens, the plastered facades whisper and reveal 'closet skeletons' that reach far into the imagination. From the sunlit balcony, behind the ironwork and through the curtained confines, many-a-lovers have had secret rendezvouses. From royal dynasties to government politicians; even some published in syndication as accidental suicides only to discover several ended as cold-blooded murders and cover-ups. Join me now...forget life outside your world as you know it, and curl up with your favorite icy refreshment. Open the book. You'll get a glimpse of an atmosphere filled with deceitful love affairs and dangerous liaisons. Revelations, revolutions, racy!!! And, ROYAL secrets....

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On Monday I mentioned, and gave a 'rave' review of the newly theater released "Rise of the Planet of the Apes" movie. I couldn't say enough good about it. It's one of the best I've seen in months!! Maybe years. Well, another movie, released a couple of weeks ago, we saw. And that is THE SMURFS. It is/was a delightful, fun animation with live action added. Sweet and adorable. I even found myself laughing out loud several times. Tho the movie is quite predictable from its beginning, it's still very much worth seeing. Granted, I admit, I didn't know that much about smurfs other than they're blue...and even tho it's probably considered a 'kiddy show', it's pleasing, and actually makes you forget about everything outside the theater doors, enjoying the 90 minutes or so of entertainment. The 'live' sinister cat [owned by Gargamel] was a hoot. Coughing up a smurf hair ball was hilarious. Only if you own a cat would you appreciate this!! Anyway...getting back to the movie. The Smurfs end up in NYC and the adventure to return home begins. With a 'Sweet Mixture of Smurf Folical Ambrosia' [hairball -Gargamel words] and the 'Magical Window Machine' [computer -Papa Smurf] everything turns out 'Smurfy'!!! [spoken by Smurfette].


Smurf graphic borrowed from Smurf Home Site

§ Whoa....

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*:*:RAIN SCENTS:*:*:

Maria and Pedro made their way to the clinic. Maria was only 24 weeks into her first pregnancy and in labor. Josephine was born; the outlook of her surviving was next to impossible. Yet, through the night, the little girl clung to life enmeshed in tubes and under ultraviolet lights. The specialists and local pediatricians, called in for the child's care, gave the couple a most disheartening set of circumstances. Their daughter would not live. Maria blanched; looking up to the heavens and with what strength she had left, uttered..."Save Josephine, take my life instead"!! Exhausted and torn, suffering an eclamptic seizure, Maria went into a coma, clenching with all her might Pedro's hand. Whispering sounds of the storm from outside her hospital window and rain scents coursing through her nostrils; Maria found peace for now. Pedro wept.

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Last Saturday evening during the Houston Astros' game a favorite player left the field during the 5th inning. Rumors were rampant throughout the baseball's trading. The month of July with the deadline for teams trading players and haggling here and there was July 31st. Now, to me, Hunter Pence [the right outfield player and excellent batter] was good for the team ... in so many ways Bud and I 'grew' with him. He played ball in the Astros' training camp here in Corpus...the Corpus Christi Hooks. Why, I even remember his first day in the big league. Up to bat...he got a walk. And instead of walking to first base as any veteran player does, Hunter RAN!! I enjoyed his enthusiasm for the game all through his Texas career. I still feel he was good for the Houston team. I can't figure out why on earth they would trade him. In fact, for me, he was just about the only one on the pro team that would show any signs of wanting to PLAY the game instead of just showing up and collecting his paycheck [like so many professional players do these days]. Granted, baseball isn't what is was during the days of steroid use with all the records being broken and high performing athletes...which is good. It's become what baseball WAS and SHOULD be again. But trading Hunter? Oh my. It was a sad day in 'bedrock' for me to watch him trot off the field from his position...seeing all his teammates say their good byes and shaking hands with him. Then, in the dugout for the Astros all the others hugging, talking and tears flowed from my eyes. Even Hunter held back tears. This is a 'first' for him...I'm sure being traded is taking his emotions where they've never been. But one thing in the back of my mind is ...I really think the manager and coaches for Houston were holding him back; not letting him perform to his potential. And I secretly hope that one day, HUNTER PENCE will be a star athlete in his own right and show the owners that decided to trade him....well...."I hope they eat their shorts because of their error trading him"!!! IMG courtesy of M*L*B [no copyright infringement intended. I couldn't get the embed src to work after clicking on the button provided at the site] To watch the video [see if you think he's about to break down in tears] HERE


By the way, the following night, for us Astro fans, Hunter was shown at the Phillies' game...wearing #3 --- as he came out on the field, playing the same position as when he was in Houston, he received a warm welcome and standing ovation!!! That made me feel better. And he did well in his debut game with the Phillies HERE.

§ Books...worms...reading...and such

In a spy novel I had just read, the hero hid a letter in a particular statue in Washington, D.C. Since I was in that city at the time, on a whim, I decided to see if the statue really contained the small niche the author had described. To my great surprise, it did -- and a cellophane-wrapped letter was inside. After a moment's hesitation, I pulled out the letter, opened it, and burst into laughter. An unidentified reader had penned, "Good book, wasn't it?" [joke]



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*:*:COVER GIRL:*:*:

Tracé had outward beauty, figure, money, and...phony friends. A star. Her looks gave her everything. But in her heart she had nothing. She felt alone. Since her mother signed her up for a beauty pageant at the age of ten, her life's been turmoil. Now, at the age of 25, schedules and popularity with the media gave her no privacy to live a normal life. The years of walking the catwalk and flashes from cameras and the paparazzi...she no longer wanted any part of it. Come upon Tracé walking her last catwalk...a steel bridge. She wanted an end. Lurking in the trees on the bank of the murky, swift flowing river, a reporter, working for a well-known, highly published magazine, followed. Will Bret save Tracé from her doom? Or make a sensational celebrity story that'll outsell any magazine in history?

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On second thought.......I should've titled the book "Without A Tracé" instead of Cover Girl...too late. I shoulda had a V8. LOL



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On the subject of books...I finished [finally] the acclaimed, award winning novel: "One Thousand White Women - A Journal of Mary Dodd". I must be honest here. The book was a slow one to get through. For a reason it being quite dry. It's about a group of women 'sold' by the American Government back in the mid 1800s. To the American tribe of Cheyenne [native Americans]. The history basis is quite factual in the occurring events, along with military accuracies and characters [such Brigadier General Crook and the 7th cavalry - forts and military grounds such as Fort Larimie --by the way, this fort still exists]. Mary Dodd, tho, is a fictitious person as are all the other women traded. The idea of women being traded for horses from the Native Americans just seemed all too far-fetched to me. More or less, quite unbelievable. This is why, for me, it was a difficult theme to sink in. The author, being male, Jim Fergus pinpointed the psyche of women well. That, I'll give him. Don't get me wrong, it's not a BAD book...just something that perhaps could have been more believable for me if the scenarios were different. But!!! -- the last several entries to Mary's 'diary' were what made the book worthy of reading it in its entirety. I'm glad I stuck by it and completed it. The ending blew me away. Yep, the ending entries and explanation of how the entries were 'made into' this book...fascinating imagination...it's what makes this book something worth a literary award. But, I do think the epilogue was unnecessarily added. My opinion of course. Since completing the above title, I began reading a genre of little interest to me, but the title was intriguing---a mystery entitled "The Book of the Dead" by Douglas Preston and Lincoln Child. It's supposedly the third of a trilogy...but I'm sure it'll pick up from and cover the characters without reading the previous two editions.



...and the "Worm"
[joke]


Bookworm
"For Heaven's sake, Chris, why can't you talk to me once in a while?" Julie whined. "What?" Chris replied.
"Look around!" Julie yelled, as she pointed around the room. "Look at all these books! You always have your head buried in a book! You don't even seem to know I'm alive!"
"I'm sorry, honey," Chris said.
"Sometimes I wish I were a book. Maybe then you'd at least look at me!" Julie exclaimed.
"Hmmmm," Chris mumbled, "that's not such a bad idea. Then I could take you to the library every few days and change you for something more interesting."

§ Stars are Bright...big and bright...deep in the heart of Texas---

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*:*:Eidolon:*:*: [pronounced EYE-doh-lun]

You won't find Eidolon on any map; ever. Yet, some have decided to stay and become residents. Travelers can stumble upon it at any given time, at any spot between other towns, on any desolate highway!! Eye witnesses have proclaimed its existence around the country. But, none notice a lane into the Eden. It's been said that it covers acres of land, while others proclaim it is a quaint, small, family spread. There's folklore of markers with "Eidolon - Population....growing". Dozing at the wheel, Franklin swerved when out of the barrow ditch a girl clad in granite blue-gray, beckoned him with her amiable waving hand. The car heavily damaged, through trickling blood from his wounds, Franklin imagined a cemetery of size never seen before. He dreamed now, turning cold and ashen, waiting for help. Will he survive? Or does Eidolon have a new resident?

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A bit of history before I show you my gift from Bud...

Texas blue topaz was designated the official state gemstone in 1969 and in 1977 the lone star cut was also recognized as the official state gemstone cut. The Lone Star Cut, designed by two native Texans, is a special gemstone cut that reflects a five-pointed star (the lone star of Texas - Texas's nickname is the Lone Star State). You can read how the stone is cut into the specific facets so it will be a Texas Star, The Lone Star, at this site. Several years back, after I found out the special cut in a gemstone existed, and reading that the blue topaz was the official state's gemstone, I wanted one. But....oh so beyond my budget!! Topaz is only found within the borders of the state in Mason County. It occurs in granite outcroppings and soils. It is usually found in stream beds and ravines but occasionally can be located atop the ground. Topaz resembles quartz and the best to represent the state, the color is sky blue. Early settlers called the topaz stones that they found 'desert ice' because of the frosted surface, which is produced by tumbling in streams and rivers for eons. Topaz in Texas is not mined commercially, so the only way to obtain stones is to buy them or to hunt them yourself.

I was hoping that the beautiful pendants seen in jewelry store catalogs would go down in price, but the market remains steady. While walking the area around a street fair this past Spring, jewelers from Austin [the capital city] were showing some of their custom designed works of art. As we walked by, I noticed the small advertising sign at their booth that they had on hand the Texas Star...I knew then, I had to go in and see them in real life. Just to ogle and dream. Bud secretly bought a pendant, and gave it to me for our anniversary this past May. I spent months searching for a unique gold chain and finally found something, I wanted something unique as the stone cut, I think I like this; not completely sure tho [I'm thinking it's a bit too long], I may just continue looking and if I find something I like more...well...


After several photos taken [it's very difficult to capture the 'star' in a photo unless the light is hitting it just right], this is my Lone Star Cut pendant. Two top photos are the 'front' view, while the third, bottom photo, is from the back side---

§ Expressions in motion....

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*:*:Expressions of Anni:*:*:

No matter what path you take in life, there are always thoughts and expressions running through your mind as you take steps forward. Here, in this book, Anni shares by-ways taken through memories, song, love, family, laughter, tragedy and added for fun, some zealous, zany bridges she's crossed or come upon near a certain fork in the road during all changes of seasons. The original poetry will make you laugh, cry, ponder, and perhaps trigger a stroll down your memory lane!!

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Note: Actual poetry published by moi!

If you like, each poem link will open in a new window...and I've written and posted many different styles...each linked in POETRY under the sidebar's 'table of contents'...or others over on my Poetry Blog ---also linked on sidebar. The following critiques are taken from comments on individual posts.

Sharon wrote of "Eclipse of Darkness": I loved it.You sure do have a gift for words.
Shadow says of "Eclipse of Darkness": Your poem is simply amazing, so perceptive, a true reflection!
Pea writes of "Autumn Colors, Autumn Splendor": Anni, you truly are a poet at heart!! I just loved this one, the words made me picture it all in my mind, bringing it all to life.
Mar critiques of "Alphabet Haiku -part one and two": Love your haiku's, what a creative mind!
The Gal Herself wrote of Alphabet Haiku -part one and two": Q was my favorite --
Carmen writes of "Love Beckons True": You made me cry. :) the good kind of cry. I love your poem



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Yesterday, I had posted some photos of years back of our two kids to represent the song: "The Way We Were". Anyway, I also posted that my parents used to take our two kids camping and fishing as often as time would allow during the summer months and into early fall if weather permitted. The kids loved these excursions. And it gave time for Bud and me to be alone for a long weekend, and sometimes an entire week. VERY often, dad's favorite place to go fishing from their boat, was a place called Horsetooth Reservoir just outside a small town, nearing the Wyoming border by some 60 miles. The reservoir was huge....and only a little over an hour's drive from where we lived. It was in the foothills, behind the football stadium for the CSU Rams [a college world renowned for their veterinary medicine --we used to use their facilities often for our horse and our smaller pets, dogs and cats]. But, back to Horsetooth....it was a most unusual mountain. You could see it from the interstate highway #25 looking west toward the Rocky Mountain Range. Or, way before it became an interstate highway. Not too often, but seldom, Bud and I would drive up there when the kids and grandparents were camping out to spend a day with them, and go hiking since Bud and I were never big on fishing like our kids were.

From this article: its history--
According to legend, a horrible giant guarded the Valley of Contentment and prevented the Indians from hunting game there. After Flying Eagle discovered the giant’s den, the great Chief Manumoku was chosen by council to kill the monster. Flying Eagle used a white rabbit to lure the nighthawk guardian of the giant from this post. Then Chief Manumoku, clasping a tomahawk studded with stars, slashed the sleeping giant’s heart once and again as it attempted to rise. The giant’s blood turned the valley red and the cleft heart became the stone we now call Horsetooth Rock.

Well, while scanning and preparing the photos for my blog entry yesterday, I scanned and didn't use these two of their favorite fishing spot close to home. My nephew, who lives in Windsor Colorado, close by, says it's all now quite inhabited and housing surrounding parts, tho still a park, it's all changed and not as open country as it once was when we lived in Colorado. What a shame---

§ Murder....he wrote---

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*:*:MURDER he WROTE:*:*:

Finding skeletal remains at the author's hideaway, DNA results from forensic scientist, Abba Gail, shows conclusively the deceased is that of the resigned special agent McGeek. The dirt-filled cabin is in no disorder....except for a ripped out typewriter ribbon, partially charred, not indiscernible, in the fireplace ash. Under the microscope, the ribbon's key indentations reveals the unfinished mystery novel, resurfacing a cold case in detail, where retired agent Lee Roy Giblet, living in Mexico, had committed an act of violence; killing a man in cold blood. The agency presumes the retiree the first person of interest in a possible murder. Was McGeek murdered? Will Abba find anything to prove it? Is Giblet covering up the crime to save face? As the mystery opens, two senior agents, Stony and Eva, are found flying to Mexico. Unresolved, the investigation from the past reopens, while a new one begins.

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"Eat your heart out, Donald Bella....you've got some writers' competition here!" Pauley P, Investigative Services, Forensic Expert

"An old murder comes to life again...literally knocking the socks off of me. Twisted, AND entertaining." Ima Reading, Inquiring Minds Tribune

"A Thrilling Murder Mystery that would make Agatha Christi jealous." Bost O.N. Strangl, The Boston Commoner


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This week, our family and friends lost a loved one. Dan, our grandsons' father and ex husband of Irene, died of liver failure. He was found on the bathroom floor by his father shortly after Dan suffered a massive heart attack. George, his father, resuscitated him, and he was revived....only to go to the local hospital and then being flown to the nearest large city's hospital where his liver quit.... If you follow my blog any, you may know that Dan and Irene were divorced being that Dan became an abusive spouse...not only breaking Irene, but the marriage because of physical [and mental] abuse to Irene and threatening the boys' lives. It's all a long story that I don't want to get into.....we all knew that his death was coming, the doctors a few years back said his heavy drinking was killing him...he quit, but began drinking heavily again... but no one is EVER READY for it. Dan, is a son of one of Bud's best friends from when we lived in Colorado. Irene grew up with Dan...we've followed them both, watching them grow up together. It's sad. Our grandsons are suffering the most with the loss of their father. We all realize that Dan no longer is living in his self inflicted turmoil. Still....a shock to everyone's system. Dan was only 43. For Irene, the 'battle' is not over. There are legalities for the boys...they had joint custody [with Dan's mother being involved that isn't a 'happy' situation!] and she will be torn once again...this'll take time and a lot of will on Irene. Hopefully and with help of her pastor and family, I pray it soon be settled and their lives will heal and mend.

§ A Centenarian Tale...

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*:*:Quandom Popularity:*:*:

A reflection; a youthful image faded into view. Today had been a monumental day...a celebration at Shady Willows Sanatorium. In lavender silk, Beatrice still had a stunning way about her. Her nurse assisted in preparation. Miss Christian, a Washington Gazette freelance reporter, arrived to interview her. Anxious to begin, Chelsea had many questions for her, but realized upon meeting, she'd just enjoy whatever conversation Bea shared. Years had passed. The once elegant debutant, Bea became the city's newest centenarian. Looking back into the mirror with daylight dissolving, the young woman's reflection, beautiful and virginal, danced like the shadows on the wall. Beatrice Part I was published in the Editorial section the following day. It began: "I was as dishy as the gal in the mirror..." Beatrice spoke clearly. "...Washington Politicians; including a few presidents had their way, many many decades ago...." Part II; made front page news!!

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"Juicy, tart... right down to the core!" H. Clynton, retired

"Everything you wanted to know about Washington's elite, but were afraid to ask!" Woof Blister, CNN-Cable

"Quandom Popularity makes my Twitter pages seem prudish. Wow!" Oscar M. Weener, ex-Senator.




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If you follow me faithfully you may recall the post I did for Show n Tell several months back. The one about the Blue and White Oriental Carafe? [shown here] Well, a few weeks ago, while Bud and I trekked the antique mall in town, I came upon some matching cups. With the same scenery! The dealer was asking a high price for them, but I bargained with her and got the four for $10 less. Now I have the whole set; made in England...carafe AND cups!

§ Unbelievably True [fictionalized]...

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*:*:HARD CASE EVIDENCE:*:*:

In the remote Andes Mountains, Sarah finished her work at the science lab. Five men, and Sarah, were renowned in their field of research. As she took off her lab garments in the decontamination cube...she let loose her dark auburn hair and shook her head to let the strands flow. Brad watched her disrobe through the glass panes. At the kitchen facility, a built-in cellar, below, stored the fresh foods. Sarah made her way. She had planned on a special dessert for the nighttime meal. Pudding, cherries, graham crackers, sweetened pineapple and bananas!! Easy..."Sex in a Pan". She grabbed a clutch of ripening fruit; returned to ground level. Before the door latched, a Brazilian Wandering Spider emerged from the shadows, making its way to a darkened corner, targeting the men. Outside, an icy winter night...inside, hot and steamy. The spider venom, these researchers discover, cures erectile dysfunction!!

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"A comedy of errors!" Dr. Rooth, PhD

"Thanks to research labs, after reading this resource, I just know Sarah is a saint." Abigale V. Burning, author

"Sarah, you look Mahvelous!!" Dr. Ahhhhz, M.D.


TRUE STUFF:

South American Research Viagra and Spider Venom

A 2nd version of Sex in a Pan recipe


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Finally, the rains came!! I was thrilled. To the point I'd say, I was a farmer's daughter thrilled. Bud had just finished with the electric edger when it started to get really dark and overcast. The humidity was unbearable. I was in the back yard, covering the solar lights along the patio [we've learned to cover them around here when there is a threat of any kind of moisture...the solar panels tend to get corroded if too much wet gets into them]. We both timed it so well!! Of course, it's probably too little too late for all the crops around the countryside here, but at least a bit of moisture. Now, of course, it'll be scorching once the pressure area moves out. You just can't keep me happy. rofl!!!!

§ Melts in your mouth....

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*:*:Chocolaterie Confessions:*:*:

Face it...this publication is for chocolate lovers 'round the globe!! Researchers, taste tests, and volunteers have raved over certain confections from here, from there. In this book you'll relinquish your soul to chocolate. Learn how provocative chocolate can be. From homemade delicacies in small town candy shops, to the large factories of special, renowned, candies!! You'll read about the debut of Black Chocolate on the world market...critics agree...it's knock-your-socks-off ambrosial! Follow through special chapters from: how to make your own, the common myths of the decadent mixture of oils and sweetness, secret recipes revealed, using chocolate at parties. "Taste" the rich, glow of the mahogany brown sensation of superior chocolates. Treat yourself to custom-made chocolate gambling chips for special occasions; a veritable paradise for us sweet-toothed connoisseurs. Dig into recipes, ideas, clues using chocolate to your advantage. Peruse the pages allowing your senses to be tantalized.

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"Orgasmic"!!! ~Geena Kneelie FN Cable

"Sinfully delicious." ~In A. Gartenn from FN Bearfoot Contezza

"You'll read this, and fill out orders 'round the world for MORE CHOCOLATE!" ~Rach L. Wray from Cable FN

"Reminiscent of the classic movie "Chocolat" and Comte de Reynaud!" ~Sun E. Andersen Food Netwerk




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This week, keeping to the 'book theme', I thought I'd mention the novel I just finished a week ago. One I totally recommend to anyone who loved "Little Women" [by Louisa May Alcott], the classic. THE LOST SUMMER OF LOUISA MAY ALCOTT will have you turning the pages to see just how Louisa chooses her way of life, how she used one summer [tho fictionalized, it's so "real" you think you know her all too well] to make her final decision and life's calling to become an author and nothing else. To be honest, I'm not much of a romance reader, but this work of fiction is so filled with the author's [Kelly O'Connor McNees] imagination of a life long love for Louisa, it's nearly impossible to put down. Following the characters of Little Women, the Lost Summer...brings you back to Jo and Beth and the sisters. Laurie. All the familiar characters. And the highly anticipated ending of this book is NOT disappointing. Very well written. True to Alcott's form in every way. If you liked Little Women, you'll LOVE The Lost Summer of Louisa May Alcott!!!

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*:*:Plenary Summons:*:*:

From out of nowhere a lone figure of a young girl bent down and gently stroked the can of Heineken. Grayness and ash were everywhere. The tin faintly gave a dim glow of some promise to her torn heart as her once tawny hand, now covered with charred and scorched flesh, touched the metal. Kristianna was alone on this vast land. Not even the hint of air was stirring. An indistinct voice was noted. Was someone singing? The budding adolescent, startled from her thoughts, slowly made her way; following the sound she had heard. Perhaps others survived. Mayan predictions were precise. Today was December 22, 2012...the day after. Somehow, her mind was reeling; plenary summons - total recall. Did the world from yesterday end? As she forced herself forward with each strenuous step, the melodic voice became clear. Was someone else alive; or catastrophic delusion? Her heart pounded!!

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"A positive approach to a negative prediction. I predict this new novel will keep you spellbound; a page turner." ~Jay P Moregunn Boston Globe

"Intense and imaginative! Well done." ~January Farfennoogin Denver Post

"As the Heinekin glimmers hope, so does Hootin' Anni. Her vivid thriller will keep you turning the pages to the surprising end!!" ~News "Butch" Carver San Francisco Examiner

"This book has everything. Brilliant!!" ~Tex T. Writer Houston Chronicle


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We had planned on going to this weekend's annual Shrimporee [63 years, and counting!] in Aransas, a fun filled weekend, but with the week's temperatures soaring to triple digits, I doubt if we'll go. It's an outdoor event with Outhouse races, a sexy leg competition [MEN'S], parades, craft shows, food, and fun. Did I mention food? Well, everything under the sun will include shrimp. A veritable shrimp fest.

"Aransas Pass' annual Shrimporee offers entertainement, food, music and more. Highlights of the festival, which is billed as the "Largest Shrimp Festival in the World," include a carnival, kidfish tank, shrimp cookoff, petting zoo, arts & crafts, live entertainment and more."

We'll just wait and see what the weather is like. I'm not going to be out there in temps at midday when they're reaching the 100 degree mark, with the heat index in the 110-120 degree range. And the huge expected crowds, it'll make it all the worse and most uncomfortable.

photo of sand castle at Port A's annual sandcastle festival a few years back.

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*:*:5 rue Balard:*:*:

From my hotel window I gazed. The day was peaceful. Drinking my café au lait, I was startled from my reverie when a blood curdling scream came from the chamber maid cleaning the room adjacent to mine. 5 rue Balard, in Paris, would never be the same. History was being made the day I arrived. Like centuries ago when Jack the Ripper ran rampant through White Chapel in London's Harlem district....mutilated bodies. From floors above, floors below, there came echoes of more outcries. The plant outside my Parisian window withering and dying, incarnadined and limp, could've described the woman's remains in the suite next door. Then, more dismembered victims found; lacerated cleanly like that of the work of a skilled surgeon. The city of lights had a serial killer. A crime of the century. Will the case remain open for forensic science for decades? Who is this cut-throat?

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They're returning! After the world's largest oil spill from the previous year, there has been concern and high anxiety to see what the effect of the disaster would play on the sea turtle population. Last year, Bud and I went out to the island and the National Seashore Preserve to watch the release of the baby Kemp Ridley Sea Turtles. On a very productive season, approximately 220 females return to our shores to nest. This year, so far, 155 nests have been spotted and the eggs are gathered and incubated [for the safety] in a special facility on the island!! Soon, once again, the hatchlings will be released into the Gulf. So far, the population seems to be holding its own!! Altho, it takes about a decade for the turtles to reach maturity and of nesting age, with so many returning, it IS HOPEFUL!!!

[turtle photo taken at 2010 Release]

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Also, the Padre National Seashore Kemp Sea Turtle Release Schedule for 2011 Link is found at the bottom of my blog!!!