I don’t really consider myself a bird watcher, but I’ve been more interested in the feathered friends at our house the past few years. Our yard is full of big, mature trees, and it attracts a lot of birds. I especially enjoy the cardinals in the winter and the flickers and goldfinches in the summer. […]
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Wow! Today, my first published novel turns ten years old. Unexpected Legacy, which combines general fiction and sweet romance story lines, was published after I meandered my way through a serious learning curve. I have a degree in Journalism and spent the first 30 thirty years of my career writing newspaper and magazine articles and […]
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I always fall a little short on the number of books I’d like to read in a year. Sometimes, I feel good if I just manage to read one book a month for book club. This year, I did pretty well. Read all but one of my book club selections, read several bestsellers, and too
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Snow. Snow is a four-letter word. Snow means cold and gray days. It means the hassle of wearing hats and gloves and coats and scarves. It means difficult driving conditions, car accidents and shoveling injuries that can wreak havoc in lives. I’m sad that we’re going to get frigid temps and a few inches of
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I had trouble finding the white poinsettias I usually decorate with at the holidays. But I found this unusual pink with greenish border that complements my decorations. Looks fancy, but I just picked it up at the grocery store! In doing a little research, I came across this tip for caring for poinsettias: “Make sure
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I’m a little behind on making my Christmas shopping list this year. Did some browsing over the weekend and got some ideas, but I need inspiration. One kid travels and can’t pack a lot of stuff. My parents don’t need a thing, and I’m leaning toward consumables for them. I actually love to come up
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This salad is sooo good. I love the colors and presentation as much as the taste! I hadn’t thought about mixing watermelon with the tomatoes and burrata, but it works. If I were making it at home, I’d add some avocado and maybe pine nuts or pistachios on top! Darlene Delucadarlenedeluca.com/
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I almost feel bad saying this book was entertaining. A couple of bad things happen to a couple of kids. But their uncle (I find it beside the point that he happens to be gay) comes to the rescue and helps them through a difficult time. I enjoy books about family and relationships, and this
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I have never been a fan of winter and cold weather. So when fall comes around, I’m not too excited. For me, the one redeeming feature of fall is the burst of color it provides. I was afraid the dry weather would mean a disappointing fall this year, but I’ve seem some gorgeous specimens in
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My favorite thing to do this time of year is look ahead to spring! 🙂 I really, really hate winter! So I’m planting tulip and crocus bulbs this weekend. Are you doing any yard work? Darlene Delucadarlenedeluca.com/
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