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The Therapist by B.A. Paris

Written by Anni on . Posted in Mysteries / Thrillers.

This sophisticated mystery-thriller was simply impossible to put down. I kept on reading it through breakfast, lunch and dinner and didn’t stop until I finished it – yes, it was just that good! Alice and Leo have moved in together to start a new chapter in both their...

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Easy, Healthy Breakfast Ideas

Written by Anni on . Posted in Style.

Whether you are still in the work force or retired, sometimes it’s hard to find quick, healthy breakfast ideas. Here’s a few to get your morning started without spending a lot of time in the kitchen. CEREAL: When it comes to cereal, there are plenty of choices...

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Oldies Vault: Jukebox Groove

Written by Anni on . Posted in Oldies Music.

Jukeboxes, diners and classic cars…what do they all have in common? They ALL give us the feeling and excitement of days gone by – the fabulous 50’s leading us into the rockin’ and psychedelic 60’s. They all remind us of when life was (or appeared to be) a lot...

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Iced or Hot Tea Toddy

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This winter I tossed together a few simple ingredients and found this mixture not only makes a great a hot toddy, but it also gives plain iced tea, hot tea or cocktails a boost. I call it my Serious Sitrus Mix. With the weather getting quite warm, I’m already using...

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The Art of Thankfulness

Written by Anni on . Posted in Inspirational.

With the world spinning at warp speed, sometimes we lose sight of things that are and should be “basic.” Being thankful is one of them. Here are a few examples of things that are easy to overlook and be thankful for. This morning the sun was shining and the buds on...

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EZ Black Bean Dip

Written by Anni on . Posted in Style.

Here’s a fast and easy black bean dip perfect for informal gatherings, as a snack or for Game Day: (1) 15.2 oz. Can of black beans – thoroughly drained and rinsed 1/4 cup of Light Sour Cream 1/3 cup of red salsa (plus an extra 1/3 or 1/2 cup for topping) 1/3 to ½ cup...

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Killer Cupid by Laurien Berenson

Written by Anni on . Posted in Mysteries / Thrillers.

Looking for a cozy filled with Valentine’s Day romance and a solid mystery plot? Or maybe you just want to hunker down with a fun, well done story to while away a few hours when winter has you staying inside? Then look no further than Laurien Berenson’s Killer Cupid...

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