Friday Night Fun With Food

Black Friday. Many were out all night and most of the day searching for the best deals. By the time one gets home, their feet hurt and romance is a distant thought.

Come on... it's Friday Night! Who says it has to be a party though. Put on your comfy cozies and fuzzy slippers. Tonight is not the night you need to get all dolled up and put your sexy on. Unless you did your Black Friday shopping at Lover's Lane.

Have food delivered or make a meal out of yesterday's leftovers. If you are "turkey-ed out" order pizza.

Curl up on the couch. Share a blanket and watch a movie to get into the Christmas spirit. Our favorite is A Christmas Story.

 Roast marshmallows in the fireplace, drink wine and listen to soft music.

Bake a batch of favorite cookies together. Feed each other warm cookies fresh from the oven.

Happy Thanksgiving

I'm thankful for family and friends. 

I'm thankful for my ancestors who came to this country, allowing me to be born with freedom.

I'm thankful for the service men and women who protect our freedom every day.

I'm thankful for the creative talent God gave me.

I'm thankful for my readers who keep me inspired.

Coffee with a #HumpDayHottie

Coffee with Thomas is perfect any time of the day.

It's Been Awhile, Stop for Tea

Like many authors, I have a "day job". Back in June, I left my comfortable "retirement" and took a J...O...B. Balancing time between the new adventure and kids, aging mom, volunteer work, home, yard...etc...became difficult. Needless to say, I still search for the balance.

So many times I've stated "you have to make time"... I'm determined to make time to write, relax and stop to enjoy life.

Hubby travels the world, often bringing me wonderful teas from the countries he visits. Every day I try to time to enjoy one of these delights.

On a recent stop in Anchorage, Alaska dearest hubby found a shop in one of the downtown historical buildings where the quaint meet the cool. There at The Kobuk  he purchased what is now one of my favorite teas. The Samovar Tea is a black tea with a blend of cinnamon, orange, cloves with a hint of lemon. The aroma alone is amazing! (Hubby carried it in a bagged tucked within his travel bag; even his dirty clothing smelled good.)

I've tried it strong and weak, hot and cold...loving it ALL ways! The only way I can describe it is as COZY. Every time I sip a cup, I relax and intimately enjoy the flavors.With a cup of Samovar tea in hand, I sit at the window watching the birds visit the feeding stations. A few simple minutes of peace to restore my soul.

Book Event with Mary Blocksma & Her Dog

Calling all dog lovers, would-be and could-be dog adopters, and supporters of Michigan artists!

      

Please come help writer/artist, Mary Blocksma and Gracie celebrate their new memoir that describes their awkward early adventures and relationship. Both of them, largely untrained, had a lot to learn, but they found ways to adjust to each other. 

The book is dedicated to all persons who help abandoned animals and, in particular, to Shawna Guiett of Amazing Grace Animal Rescue, (also on FaceBook) where Gracie and Mary found each other.

Drop by any time between 2:00 and 7:00 p.m. 

(maybe even later)

THIS FRIDAY, September 11, 2015,

at SUPERCHIC DESIGNS,  

108 3rd St, Bay City, MI 48708 

(across from Intermission Deli)

Please come meet Gracie, check out thr book.

View the original art Mary did for the book and more.   

You can even gift your pride and joy (or someone else's) with a handmade dog coat (Mary loves to make dog coats, but please don't bring your dog--just his or her measurements!) 

If you live too far to party in Bay City, you can find the book or order a custom-fit coat on Mary Blocksma's Beaver Island Arts Etsy page.

I have been a fan of Mary Blocksma for years.  I've been lucky to visit her studio, hold inspirational conversations and even party with her! 

Many of her watercolors of Lake Michigan and Michigan wild life grace my walls. She is a wonderful writer, a talented artist and a beautiful person. 

CLICK HERE for more information regarding Mary Blocksma.