Good morning friends 🌞,
Last evening I decided to bring Orangey into the house. I believe he’s tame enough and this has been what I’ve been working towards. My two indoor cats have been sniffing him through the cage. I’ll share pictures as he gets more acclimated.
We are at 59 and going up to 87.
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What foods would you like to make?
I’m not really sure. I can make just about anything so it shouldn’t be too much of a problem. I think I’d like to make some foods from other countries I’m not familiar with and try them.
I have a cover reveal today for a book by an author I’ve been reading for years. Her books are charming and the characters so realistic. I am delighted to share this cover revel with you today.
ABOUT THE BOOK
A Scottish Island Summer
When ambitious city girl, Darcie Freeman is sent to the Isle of Skye to conduct research for a travel guide, she’s horrified. The prospect of having to travel to a remote island in the Scottish Highlands leaves her wondering what she’ll do.
Step in Logan Burns. Gorgeous and adventurous, he lives and breathes the island, and along with his sister Iona, who owns a rather haphazard PR company, they’re going to show Darcie everything she needs to know about Skye.
As Darcie swaps her designer shoes for her walking boots and her faux fur jacket for her raincoat, will she learn there’s more to life than the picture-perfect presence she shares on social media, or will it be the case that Skye is the limit…
AND THE LOVELY COVER REVEAL
Pre-order Links
Publication Date: 30th January 2025
Author Bio – Julie Shackman is a former journalist from Scotland, who has always wanted to write feel-good romance. As well as being an author, Julie also writes verses and captions for greetings card companies. Julie admits to having an obsession with stationery and handbags. She is married, has two sons and adopted a Romanian rescue puppy, Cooper. A Scottish Island Summer is Julie’s twelfth novel.
Social Media Links –
Website – Julie Shackman Author
Twitter – (2) Julie Shackman (@G13Julie) / Twitter
Instagram – Julie Georgina Shackman (@juliegeorginashackman) • Instagram photos and videos
Facebook – (5) Julie Georgina Shackman | Facebook
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Dogs or cats?
I do love dogs and cats both but my preference would be cats.
Kitten Little with a grumpy look on her face because she sees Orangey. 😻🐾🍊♥️
385 pages One More Chapter publisher September 28, 2023 publication date
ABOUT THE BOOK
ove Heart Lane – where friends are there for you no matter what
Fashion designer Libby Carter has always loved weddings, so when her brother finds himself in a bind and asks her to step in and plan the perfect winter wonderland wedding for guests at his hotel, Starcross Manor, she happily takes on the challenge. But this is no ordinary Christmas wedding and when everything starts to go awry Libby asks gorgeous videographer Guy Hart for help.
This isn’t single dad Guy’s usual gig – and he is not a fan of weddings – but saying no to vivacious Libby isn’t an option … especially when saying yes leads to one very unforgettable kiss under the mistletoe!
MY THOUGHTS
Starcross Manor is in the Scottish Highlands and owned by Flynn. It’s huge and elegant and Flynn is looking to put it on the map as the venue to have the ultimate winter wedding. He has a wedding planner and photographer all set and he’s set up a contest to give one extraordinarily lucky couple their dream Christmas Eve wedding free and use the video to advertise the Starcross Manor to pump its ratings right to the top. Exit the wedding planner as she’s nowhere to be found and won’t answer texts. The show must go on though as Flynn’s sister, Libby a famous fashion designer agrees to step in and help the couple have their dream wedding just the way they want it. After meeting with the couple multiple times something doesn’t seem right, and they have some pretty odd requests for their wedding. When Libby decides to help, she’s staying at a cottage on the grounds and Guy the photographer is staying at a cabin nearby. Neither is in a relationship; Libby’s ended some time ago and Guy is no longer with the mother of his child an adorable tot. Sparks fly but with all the wedding planning and other dramas happening will there be time for a romance. I enjoyed Guy’s character he seemed like such a nice person. The book has down to earth characters with regular day to day problems. I enjoyed the setting and descriptions a lot. This book has a warm friendly feel and I’ll be reading mor in the series.
I was given a complimentary copy of this book.
All opinions expressed are my own.
360 pages One More Chapter publisher December 31, 2023 publication date
ABOUT THE BOOK
Don’t miss this very special standalone novel in the Love Heart Lane series. Previously published as Evie’s Year of Taking Chances but now rewritten and improved by the author!
Growing up in foster care, Elle Cooper always felt a piece of herself was missing. Now, as her thirtieth birthday approaches, she’s ready to find it. But when instigating the search for her birth mother leads to a whole host of unexpected events, this librarian’s quiet life suddenly gets very loud!
With new friends, old flames and surprising influences keeping Elle busy, she soon starts to see that there’s more to life than where you came from – and that where you are right now, and who you have in your corner, is what might just matter most of all…
Love Heart Lane – where friends are there for you no matter what
MY THOUGHTS
This is another charming addition to the Love Heart Lane series. Elle Cooper is shy and reserved and has been satisfied being a librarian. But something has changed for her, a monumental birthday is approaching, her thirtieth birthday is almost here, and she feels she owes it to herself to find her biological mother and get answers. Growing up in foster care and going from home to home has left her with low self-esteem, why didn’t they want her? Her last foster parent whom she considers her mom has been the best and she is still close to this woman, but she still wants answers. She’s down to earth and doesn’t really dress to impress. When an author has a book signing at her library, she’s sure that’s the last she’ll see of him. Full of fun friendships, a friend of hers moves in so they both save on expenses. A book that has a library and book club meetings? I’ll take it. I loved meeting up with the characters from previous books in this charming series again. Small town friendship with strong female friendships and the characters having each other’s back and doing what they can for each other. Now this is my kind of book.
I was given a complimentary copy of this book.
All opinions expressed are my own.
THE AUTHOR
Christie Barlow is the number one international bestselling author of twenty two romantic comedies including the iconic Love Heart Lane Series, A Home at Honeysuckle Farm and Kitty’s Countryside Dream. She lives in a ramshackle cottage in a quaint village in the heart of Staffordshire with her four children and two dogs.
Her writing career has come as a lovely surprise when Christie decided to write a book to teach her children a valuable life lesson and show them that they are capable of achieving their dreams. Christie’s dream was to become a writer and the book she wrote to prove a point went on to become a #1 international bestseller in the UK, USA, Canada and Australia.
When Christie isn’t writing she enjoys playing the piano, is a keen gardener and loves to paint and upcycle furniture.
Christie writes about love, life, friendships and the importance of community spirit. She loves to hear from her readers and you can get in touch via Twitter, Facebook and Instagram.
Twitter – @ChristieJBarlow
Facebook – Christie Barlow Author
Instagram – christie_barlow
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Good morning dear friends,
This is one of the outdoor cats that I feed. He was completely feral and I was able to slowly gain his trust. He’s such a sweet boy. We call him Orangey.
We call the tiger striped cat Kitten Little since we’ve been feeding her since she was a kitten. The name has stuck even though she’s now 6 years old. We also call her Mae since she’s not a kitten, if we remember. 😉
We are going to be at 88 today which is a nice change from the 90’s and 100’s we’ve had recently. Hopefully it’ll be a noticable difference today but maybe not with the humidity.
Have a great day and thanks for spending some of your day with me. 🌻🌞😊
The biggest thing that makes me lose track of time is when I’m reading. I can read the day away and not realize how much time has gone by. I guess this is what happens with anyone when they are enjoying themselves. I can also lose track of time sitting on my patio watching and talking to the stray cats I feed, playing hidden object games on my computer, making tags in a paint shop program, gardening, baking and walking in nature.
Good morning friends,
I usually try not to eat breakfast because I am doing intermittent fasting every day. I eat between 10 a m. and 5 p m. It helps with weight loss and gives me more energy Lately for lunch I’ve been making myself an omelet , Which some would consider breakfast food. It’s filling and good protein for me since I don’t eat meat. To mine I add sauteed onion, mushrooms and cheese and put it on toast for a sandwich. What are some of your favorite breakfast foods?
We have another day if 100 ahead of us. Stay safe and cool and be the best you can be today.
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What bothers you and why?
What frustrates me is the lack of common sense so many seem to have nowadays, especially in service oriented jobs. You practically have to tell them how to do their job and no one apologizes or cares.
Good morning friends,
I hope you all had a nice and relaxing weekend. We are having a real heatwave here in Pennsylvania. It was a high of 101 yesterday. Today is to be 99 and tomorrow 100. This is not the Pennsylvania weather I grew up with, I blame global warming.
We are on our way to Hershey medical for my husband’s doctor appointment after we drop our son at work. We had to borrow his car because we dropped our car off at the shop to get new tires put on.
Have a nice day and thanks for stopping in ♥️
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