#FirstLineFriday

First lines of a book are meant to capture the reader's attention, give a clue to the story or set the stage for the entire novel. 

When we play this game, let's use the first FIVE lines of any chapter. 

It can be from you own work (published or WIP) or a favorite book.

Feel free to post first lines from your favorite book in the comments following this post.

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The blades of the chopper sliced through the heat of the night as it flew over the City of Lights. Casinos glowed in various hues of blue, plum, gold, green, and silver, casting a magical aura. Spotlights danced in the night, graceful fingers tickling the sinister side of Vegas. Unsuspecting people moved about, flitting from place to place, searching for excitement and fulfillment while cars in traffic jams occasionally brought the pulsing arteries in the heart of the city to a temporary halt.

Being a Las Vegas cop, Steph recognized the evil lurking in the shadows of the beautiful city, also known as Sin City.       - taken from Handcuffs & Silk

#Thursday13 – Picnics, Picnics, Everywhere

A picnic can be a romantic event.

 I remember one time Dearest Hubby and I took two of our boys (when they were very small) to a beach along Lake Michigan. We packed a yummy picnic including juice boxes for the boys and a bottle of wine for us. We sat back, sipped our wine while holding hands while watching our little ones play.

One summer was very hot and we were limited on time due to a busy schedule. We often held a picnic under a tree in our yard, in the garden (where we often ate fresh picked veggies) or on the deck with hubby grilling.

While traveling we had a long layover at Chicago Midway. We spread a blanket under some potted trees. The youngest took a nap, while hubby & I played a game with another son. Nothing is sexier than a man being a good dad.

It is up to you and your honey, but even with the rug-rats around, it is possible to capture a few romantic moments.

Here is my list of places for a picnic.

1. On the beach

2. In a park

3. In the garden

4. On the deck

5. At the zoo

6. On a riverbank

7. In a city plaza

8. Under the stars

9. At an outdoor concert

10. In a public garden

11. On the porch

12. On a tailgate (maybe even at a sporting event)

13. In a pasture (but be aware: cows are very curious)

#HumpDay #HappyBirthday

Instead of a sexy hottie I'm giving you a cutie patootie.

Today is my baby's birthday. The youngest of three is now "in the double digets".

He was born with several health issues all of which he's overcome to be an amazing student athlete.

Always the one to interupt my writing more than anyone else 

with questions that make you go "Hmmmm?" 

This boy keeps me hopping and wears me out.

Happy 10th to my favorite #9.