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Laissez Le Bon Temps Rouler

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I spent last week in New Orleans! While we were there, one of our tour guides mentioned the phrase laissez le bon temps rouler -- let the good times roll -- which captures the flavor of New Orleans well. I'm glad I set aside a whole week for our trip! Because we took our time, we were able to explore numerous facets of the city. The history, the food, the music, the … [Read more...]

Springtime Adventures

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Hi friends, Always happy to spend a day with you. It’s springtime, and I’m thrilled! Minus spring allergies, of course. But it’s staying light until after 7pm, flowers are starting to bloom (hence allergies), and the days are warming up! One of my favorite things about spring is getting to spend time outside without freezing. Here are just a few of the activities we enjoy! Hiking. We’re … [Read more...]

Cornwall’s Enduring Appeal

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My newest release, A Castaway in Cornwall, is about a young woman who is transplanted to rugged, remote North Cornwall after her parents die under mysterious circumstances. Laura lives there with distant relatives but never feels like she belongs. One night, Laura helps rescue a shipwreck victim and tends his wounds, though there is something odd about the man’s injuries and accent. Laura soon … [Read more...]

Hope for Times Like These (two giveaways!)

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I wanted to let you know about a great giveaway that's happening between now and Easter, featuring wonderful authors like Elizabeth Musser, Sharon Garlough Brown, Mesu Andrews, Roseanna White, Michelle Massaro, and many others. I'll be giving away two copies of my new novel, Bridges. Author Christine Dillon heads up the giveaway saying, "This time last year we were entering a time of real … [Read more...]

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