THOUGHT FOR TODAY ~ I STAND
We had such inspirational responses from the Idina Menzel contest, I thought I’d share a few with you throughout the next week.
This is what some of your fellow MOMdotCOM-ers stand for:
“I stand for so many different things. But really, taking a stand for what you believe in and who you are as a person. So many people, especially teens today are put under stress to fit in and whatnot, but that really shouldn't be necessary. I stand for being yourself ALL the time, and not having people judge you all the time. Being your self definitely applies to Idina as well- she's always her own self, fun, unique, and hilarious, and we all love her for it.”
“I stand for family. If family is your top priority, then everything else makes sense.”
“I stand for being the best I can be, and for being a good example for the school children who pass through my doors and my heart daily!”
“I stand for freedom. Freedom to be who we are without hesitation. To be loving, happy, generous and freespirited. To be open minded and open hearted. I stand and encourage others to stand and let the beauty that is inside to shine forth and light the world. We can't always control what happens in our lives or the lives of those around us, but we can control what happens in our hearts. I stand to show others that no matter what happens I can be cheerful and positive and so can they.”
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Idina Menzel "I STAND" Contest Winners
Two winners were randomly drawn for the Idina Menzel MOMdotCOM.net "I STAND" contest...
Congrats to:
Dee F. from IL
and
Rebecca S. from VI
Winners, check your emails and respond asap with your mailing address!
Each winner will recieve a copy of Idina Menzel's new CD "I STAND" and a special Idina Menzel tote bag- CONGRATS!
Stay tuned for more fun, freebies, and contests coming soon!
Two winners were randomly drawn for the Idina Menzel MOMdotCOM.net "I STAND" contest...
Congrats to:
Dee F. from IL
and
Rebecca S. from VI
Winners, check your emails and respond asap with your mailing address!
Each winner will recieve a copy of Idina Menzel's new CD "I STAND" and a special Idina Menzel tote bag- CONGRATS!
Stay tuned for more fun, freebies, and contests coming soon!
LAST CHANCE TO ENTER CONTEST
Today’s Idina Menzel Contest Link (see posts below for full details and prizes.)
The next 100 to enter today will be eligible (contest runs from Friday, August 22nd through Wednesday, August 27th - if you don’t get in today, additional links will be posted throughout the week… stay tuned)
Enter by clicking HERE
Today’s Idina Menzel Contest Link (see posts below for full details and prizes.)
The next 100 to enter today will be eligible (contest runs from Friday, August 22nd through Wednesday, August 27th - if you don’t get in today, additional links will be posted throughout the week… stay tuned)
Enter by clicking HERE
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CONTEST
Today’s Idina Menzel Contest Link (see posts below for full details and prizes)
The next 100 to enter today will be eligible (contest runs from Friday, August 22nd through Wednesday, August 27th - if you don’t get in today, additional links will be posted throughout the week… stay tuned)
Enter by clicking HERE
FREE Sample of Cascade Complete All-in-1 ActionPac http://instoresnow.walmart.com/enhancedrendercontent_ektid49156.aspx
FREE Sample of Neutrogena Pink Grapefruit Acne Wash
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FREE Sample of Bounce Awakenings
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FREE Sample of Aveeno Positively Ageless
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FREE “Celebrate Urban Birds” Kit for Kids
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FREE Subscription to INC Magazine
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CONTEST
Today’s Idina Menzel Contest Link (see posts below for full details and prizes)
The next 100 to enter today will be eligible (contest runs from Friday, August 22nd through Wednesday, August 27th - if you don’t get in today, additional links will be posted throughout the week… stay tuned)
Enter by clicking HERE
TOPIC OF THE DAY – Taking a Stand with Idina Menzel
We are mesmerized by her performance in Rent, adored her Tony award-winning performance in Wicked, enchanted by her vocals in Beowulf… and now Idina Menzel has recorded an amazing new album, I STAND.
Click here to listen to a clip: http://www.idinamenzel.com/discography
Be sure to listen to, I Stand, it’s an absolutely beautiful song.
Idina says the title song, I Stand “is about trying to understand who I am, what I believe in and what I contribute to the world though I appreciate that I'm still a work in progress. So many people struggle with that feeling of being different from those around you but I want to encourage people to think that it's more than okay to be fierce and to let it all shine.”
To find out more news, tour dates, album information, and more, visit http://www.idinamenzel.com/
CONTEST!
The super cool cats at the One2One Network have graciously offered to sponsor a contest on MOMdotCOM.net… so, two lucky winners will be randomly selected to win an
Idina Menzel I STAND CD
and an
Idina Menzel Emerge Tote Bag!!
(I told you there'd be another cool contest soon!)
All you need to do to enter is give a little personal info (that will not be sold or used for any spam purposes- so please provide us with an accurrate email in order for us to collect your address and ship the prize!) and answer the question
“What do you stand for?”
The first 100 to enter today will be eligible (contest runs from Friday, August 22nd through Wednesday, August 27th - if you don’t get in today, additional links will be posted throughout the week… stay tuned)
Enter by clicking HERE
Best Wishes!
We are mesmerized by her performance in Rent, adored her Tony award-winning performance in Wicked, enchanted by her vocals in Beowulf… and now Idina Menzel has recorded an amazing new album, I STAND.
Click here to listen to a clip: http://www.idinamenzel.com/discography
Be sure to listen to, I Stand, it’s an absolutely beautiful song.
Idina says the title song, I Stand “is about trying to understand who I am, what I believe in and what I contribute to the world though I appreciate that I'm still a work in progress. So many people struggle with that feeling of being different from those around you but I want to encourage people to think that it's more than okay to be fierce and to let it all shine.”
To find out more news, tour dates, album information, and more, visit http://www.idinamenzel.com/
CONTEST!
The super cool cats at the One2One Network have graciously offered to sponsor a contest on MOMdotCOM.net… so, two lucky winners will be randomly selected to win an
Idina Menzel I STAND CD
and an
Idina Menzel Emerge Tote Bag!!
(I told you there'd be another cool contest soon!)
All you need to do to enter is give a little personal info (that will not be sold or used for any spam purposes- so please provide us with an accurrate email in order for us to collect your address and ship the prize!) and answer the question
“What do you stand for?”
The first 100 to enter today will be eligible (contest runs from Friday, August 22nd through Wednesday, August 27th - if you don’t get in today, additional links will be posted throughout the week… stay tuned)
Enter by clicking HERE
Best Wishes!
CONTEST WINNER
And now... the moment you've been waiting for...
The winner of the Author Goodie Bag Swag is...
NANCY C. in AZ!
And, because we can and we like to do things like this, a second winner was drawn to receive Author Goodie Bag Swag
And the lucky reader is...
CYNTHYA P. in IN!
Congratulations! An email has been sent to confirm your mailing address and your swag will be in the next week's mail.
Did win? Don't despair- we'll be posting another fun contest this week, stay tuned!
And now... the moment you've been waiting for...
The winner of the Author Goodie Bag Swag is...
NANCY C. in AZ!
And, because we can and we like to do things like this, a second winner was drawn to receive Author Goodie Bag Swag
And the lucky reader is...
CYNTHYA P. in IN!
Congratulations! An email has been sent to confirm your mailing address and your swag will be in the next week's mail.
Did win? Don't despair- we'll be posting another fun contest this week, stay tuned!
THOUGHT FOR TODAY ~ Work at Home as a Call Center Representative
Do you enjoy helping others? Do you have a gift for gab? Do you have pockets of quiet time available to talk on the phone?
Then, you may want to consider employment with a call center service. This growing field of opportunity for the at-home worker typically involves answering in-coming calls ranging from taking customer product orders to coordinating maintenance repair services.
Many companies will allow you to work as little as fifteen minutes a day to full-time hours each week. You'll find a complete list of legit companies along with pay information for this job here: WORK AT HOME JOB FACTS: CALL CENTER REPRESENTATIVES
CONTEST UPDATES
A winner will be drawn at 12am (EST) tonight from the swag contest- be sure to check on Saturday to see if it’s you!
We’ll be hosting another super fun contest this week… stay tuned!
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Do you enjoy helping others? Do you have a gift for gab? Do you have pockets of quiet time available to talk on the phone?
Then, you may want to consider employment with a call center service. This growing field of opportunity for the at-home worker typically involves answering in-coming calls ranging from taking customer product orders to coordinating maintenance repair services.
Many companies will allow you to work as little as fifteen minutes a day to full-time hours each week. You'll find a complete list of legit companies along with pay information for this job here: WORK AT HOME JOB FACTS: CALL CENTER REPRESENTATIVES
CONTEST UPDATES
A winner will be drawn at 12am (EST) tonight from the swag contest- be sure to check on Saturday to see if it’s you!
We’ll be hosting another super fun contest this week… stay tuned!
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FREE Gift for Joining the Old Orchard Healthy Balance Club (sippy cup or thermal freezer bag) http://www.healthybalance.com/amember/signup.php?price_group=1
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TOPIC OF THE DAY ~ Dead Girls Are Easy
Got your attention, huh? So will Terri Garey with her fabulous debut,
Dead Girls Are Easy , which, drum roll, please... won the 2008 Rita Award for Best First Book at the San Fran Conference!
Check out pictures of Terri at the Avon publisher book signing and in her fancy duds at the Rita/Golden Hearts awards ceremony.
This is a well deserved win for a fabulously fun read. For more details visit http://www.tgarey.com/
Also, be sure to check out Terri's newest release, A Match Made in Hell while you're there.
Want more San Fran fun and details? Visit Barb's personal blog at http://www.barbwebb.blogspot.com
CONTEST
Have you entered yet? The goodie bag drawing will be held on August 15, 2008. Enter Here Today : http://www.surveymonkey.com/s.aspx?sm=KevsIujB9VLJI1mFtwJ1UA_3d_3d
And... keep an eye out for another chance another super cool raffle next week!
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Got your attention, huh? So will Terri Garey with her fabulous debut,
Dead Girls Are Easy , which, drum roll, please... won the 2008 Rita Award for Best First Book at the San Fran Conference!Check out pictures of Terri at the Avon publisher book signing and in her fancy duds at the Rita/Golden Hearts awards ceremony.
This is a well deserved win for a fabulously fun read. For more details visit http://www.tgarey.com/Also, be sure to check out Terri's newest release, A Match Made in Hell while you're there.
Want more San Fran fun and details? Visit Barb's personal blog at http://www.barbwebb.blogspot.com
CONTEST
Have you entered yet? The goodie bag drawing will be held on August 15, 2008. Enter Here Today : http://www.surveymonkey.com/s.aspx?sm=KevsIujB9VLJI1mFtwJ1UA_3d_3d
And... keep an eye out for another chance another super cool raffle next week!
FREEBIES & FUN
Check out Barb’s newest American Profile Magazine article:
Lawn Mowing Tips http://www.americanprofile.com/article/27062.html
FREE Sample of Smart Cakes (popcorn cakes) http://instoresnow.walmart.com/enhancedrendercontent_ektid48622.aspx
FREE Sample of AlphaMax Home Facial Peel
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COUPON: Free Can of Purina Mighty Dog Dog Food http://www.mightydog.com/
FREE Degree for Men Deodorant Sample http://www.degreemen.com/Men/Absolute-Free-Sample.aspx
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TOPIC OF THE DAY ~ More San Fran Fun
As I did last year, I did a lot of star-watching this year, too (it's so fun to meet your fellow favorite authors in person!)
Here's my best writing buddy, Marie and super fab author, Karen White http://karen-white.com/
Karen's newest book is The Memory of Water... a must read!
The multi-talented, Sherrilyn Kenyon aka Kinley MacGregor aka superstar author http://www.dailyinquisitor.com/sherrilyn/ attended numerous signings and always took time to chat with her mulitude of fans (including me- thanks Sherrilyn- you rock!)
If you'd like to see more information, pictures, and writer updates from the conference, visit http://www.barbwebb.blogspot.com/
CONTEST
If you haven't signed up already, there's still a few slots open... The first 100 people to register will be eligible for a goodie bag drawing to be held on August 15, 2008.
Enter Here: http://www.surveymonkey.com/s.aspx?sm=KevsIujB9VLJI1mFtwJ1UA_3d_3d
Be sure to sign up quickly and if you don't make it in this time... keep an eye out for another chance this weekend, and for a super cool raffle next week!
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As I did last year, I did a lot of star-watching this year, too (it's so fun to meet your fellow favorite authors in person!)
Here's my best writing buddy, Marie and super fab author, Karen White http://karen-white.com/
Karen's newest book is The Memory of Water... a must read!
The multi-talented, Sherrilyn Kenyon aka Kinley MacGregor aka superstar author http://www.dailyinquisitor.com/sherrilyn/ attended numerous signings and always took time to chat with her mulitude of fans (including me- thanks Sherrilyn- you rock!)If you'd like to see more information, pictures, and writer updates from the conference, visit http://www.barbwebb.blogspot.com/
CONTEST
If you haven't signed up already, there's still a few slots open... The first 100 people to register will be eligible for a goodie bag drawing to be held on August 15, 2008.
Enter Here: http://www.surveymonkey.com/s.aspx?sm=KevsIujB9VLJI1mFtwJ1UA_3d_3d
Be sure to sign up quickly and if you don't make it in this time... keep an eye out for another chance this weekend, and for a super cool raffle next week!
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COUPON: $3 off Iams Cat Food http://www.startsampling.com/sm/100327/captureAddress.iphtml?item=100327&source=EDS0808
COUPON: FREE Bag of Iams Premium Protection Dog or Cat Foodhttp://www.startsampling.com/sm/100323
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TOPIC OF THE DAY: RWA Conference Pics
I attended the Romance Writers of America (RWA) National Conference again this year in San Francisco. Had a blast catching up with friends, touring the city, and meeting oodles of fabulous romance authors.
I'll be sharing the highlights with you over the next week AND hosting a fab goodie give-a-way contest for some conference swag (books, pens, and other fun stuff!) Check out the details below.
Star-gazing with Susan Elizabeth Phillips ~ What a fantastic moment that was!
Brenda Novak took time to pause with her chapter mates, Marlene and I at the RWA literacy fund-raising event.
If you'd like to see more information, pictures, and writer updates from the conference, visit http://www.barbwebb.blogspot.com/
CONTEST
The first 100 people to register will be eligible for a goodie bag drawing to be held on August 15, 2008.
Enter Here: http://www.surveymonkey.com/s.aspx?sm=KevsIujB9VLJI1mFtwJ1UA_3d_3d
Be sure to sign up quickly (and only once) to give everyone a fair shot. If you don't make it in this time... keep an eye out for another chance this weekend, and for a super cool raffle next week!
I attended the Romance Writers of America (RWA) National Conference again this year in San Francisco. Had a blast catching up with friends, touring the city, and meeting oodles of fabulous romance authors.
I'll be sharing the highlights with you over the next week AND hosting a fab goodie give-a-way contest for some conference swag (books, pens, and other fun stuff!) Check out the details below.
Star-gazing with Susan Elizabeth Phillips ~ What a fantastic moment that was!
Brenda Novak took time to pause with her chapter mates, Marlene and I at the RWA literacy fund-raising event.
If you'd like to see more information, pictures, and writer updates from the conference, visit http://www.barbwebb.blogspot.com/
CONTEST
The first 100 people to register will be eligible for a goodie bag drawing to be held on August 15, 2008.
Enter Here: http://www.surveymonkey.com/s.aspx?sm=KevsIujB9VLJI1mFtwJ1UA_3d_3d
Be sure to sign up quickly (and only once) to give everyone a fair shot. If you don't make it in this time... keep an eye out for another chance this weekend, and for a super cool raffle next week!
SPECIAL GUEST: Author, J. L. Wilson
Our 16 year old TV finally bit the dust. It was one of the old monsters with the big tube that weighed a ton and took up more than its share of space in our living room.
We used the little black & white one for a few days then I turned my husband loose on Consumer Reports and sent him out to buy a new one. Three hours later (what is it with guy and toys that make noise?) he returned with a Sony flat screen. Apparently there are no more 'tube' TVs, only these flat jobbies.
Ouch. A bit pricy, but the up-side is, it should last another 16 years or so. I hope. Since I watch about an hour of TV a day, the thing is seldom used and often gathers dust. We considered going TV-less, but I have to admit to enjoying my hour of HGTV at night or the Food Channel now and again.
This gets back to my previous idea of 'conscious consumerism'. We thought long and hard before replacing the TV, and the one he bought was on sale, relatively cheap (as these things go), and should be adequate. It didn't have all the bells & whistles, and he successfully resisted the Lure of Fun Things. You go, boy.
I'm going to kick back tonight with a Rum Slush (recipe follows) and give it a try ... once we get it hooked up, of course, to the satellite, the DVD, and the other gadgets.
Now where did I put those instruction manuals?
RECIPE: J. L. Wilson’s RUM SLUSHES
Rum Slushes
(makes lots)
1 12oz can frozen lemonade
1 12oz can frozen orange juice
2 cups (1 pint) rum
9 c water
2 c sugar
Boil water & sugar then simmer 15 minutes.
Add remaining ingredients. Freeze. Stir occasionally in freezer.
To serve: fill glasses 3/4 full, top with Squirt, 7-up, etc.
For more recipes, books, and fun, visit J. L. Wilson at http://www.jayellwilson.com/
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Our 16 year old TV finally bit the dust. It was one of the old monsters with the big tube that weighed a ton and took up more than its share of space in our living room.
We used the little black & white one for a few days then I turned my husband loose on Consumer Reports and sent him out to buy a new one. Three hours later (what is it with guy and toys that make noise?) he returned with a Sony flat screen. Apparently there are no more 'tube' TVs, only these flat jobbies.
Ouch. A bit pricy, but the up-side is, it should last another 16 years or so. I hope. Since I watch about an hour of TV a day, the thing is seldom used and often gathers dust. We considered going TV-less, but I have to admit to enjoying my hour of HGTV at night or the Food Channel now and again.
This gets back to my previous idea of 'conscious consumerism'. We thought long and hard before replacing the TV, and the one he bought was on sale, relatively cheap (as these things go), and should be adequate. It didn't have all the bells & whistles, and he successfully resisted the Lure of Fun Things. You go, boy.
I'm going to kick back tonight with a Rum Slush (recipe follows) and give it a try ... once we get it hooked up, of course, to the satellite, the DVD, and the other gadgets.
Now where did I put those instruction manuals?
RECIPE: J. L. Wilson’s RUM SLUSHES
Rum Slushes
(makes lots)
1 12oz can frozen lemonade
1 12oz can frozen orange juice
2 cups (1 pint) rum
9 c water
2 c sugar
Boil water & sugar then simmer 15 minutes.
Add remaining ingredients. Freeze. Stir occasionally in freezer.
To serve: fill glasses 3/4 full, top with Squirt, 7-up, etc.
For more recipes, books, and fun, visit J. L. Wilson at http://www.jayellwilson.com/
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THOUGHT FOR TODAY ~ It's Hip To Be Cheap ...
By J. L. Wilson http://www.jayellwilson.com
It seems like the whole 'frugal' thing has now become hip. There's a lot of news stories, shows, specials, etc., on frugal tips for living. Coupon clipping, shopping at the right time (of year or day), the right place ... I've seen tips on all of these things.
One thing that's struck me, though, is something very basic that's very seldom discussed and that's what I call "conscious consumerism." Many people shop because it's a recreational activity. I have no quibble with that -- I don't mind a good browse now and again at my local mall. But many people use buying as a means of happiness, as though with just One More Purchase, they'll be happy. It doesn't matter if it's a purchase from the Dollar Store or from Nordstrom's. It's the purchase that makes them happy.
I found that if I step back and look at why I shop, then I often make my best shopping decisions. I'm trying to use the same sort of consciousness around food: am I hungry or do I just want to eat? Do I need to shop or am I bored? Do I want to buy something or do I need to buy something?
I'll report back and tell you later this year if it's working ...
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THOUGHT FOR TODAY ~ It's Hip To Be Cheap ...
By J. L. Wilson http://www.jayellwilson.com
It seems like the whole 'frugal' thing has now become hip. There's a lot of news stories, shows, specials, etc., on frugal tips for living. Coupon clipping, shopping at the right time (of year or day), the right place ... I've seen tips on all of these things.
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I found that if I step back and look at why I shop, then I often make my best shopping decisions. I'm trying to use the same sort of consciousness around food: am I hungry or do I just want to eat? Do I need to shop or am I bored? Do I want to buy something or do I need to buy something?
I'll report back and tell you later this year if it's working ...
And following my theme of 'frugal is better', here's a simple dip recipe, especially good with cauliflower or other crudités:
1 bottle French dressing
1 pt. jar mayonaise
3oz. grated Parmesan cheese
Add garlic salt or onion salt to taste
Keeps just about forever in the fridge. Enjoy!
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TODAY’S TOPIC: THE FAMILY DINNER
– or Dining Disasters I’ve Survived
By Marilu Mann
“Marilu, we’ve decided to have our family dinner at your house. We will be there at 6 on Sunday.”
Nothing can strike fear into my heart faster than that ominous phone call from a family member. It is worse than finding Freddie, Jason and Michael in my closet when the electricity is out and I’m home alone. In fact, I’d rather face those three than my family at the dinner table.
Not only do I have to clean my house so that my "Junior League" family members won't feel the need to pitch in and help me ‘pick up,’ but I also have to ensure that no "dinner disasters" take place.
You know what those are, surely... I mean, haven't some of you left the paper in the pie plate or left that icky giblet packet in the turkey by mistake?
Or served brandied fruit to the tee-totaler in the family? Or used a bad pint of oysters for the oyster dressing? Yes, there is nothing quite as bonding as a family trip to the emergency room.
Of course, if I don’t poison them on purpose and Uncle Bud doesn’t remind Aunt Sissy about that unfortunate marriage of hers, it will be a good dinner.
True stories from my family files include the Thanksgiving dinner when Mama proudly presented her very first pecan pie to a table that included her mother and her mother-in-law. I can’t remember which one took the first bite, but the reaction was not what my mama was hoping for. She’d left the piece of paper that separates the two pie shells IN. So along with a delicious piece of pecan pie, everyone got a nice hunk of roughage.
Then there was the time Mama was entertaining her boss and his wife. She’d made her special pork chops along with her good brown gravy. Her decision to offer the gravy in the china gravy boat was one any Southern Belle might have made. If only she’d wiped that one small drip of brown liquid from the handle. It might not have slipped—dumping a good cup of hot brown gravy in her boss’s wife’s lap.
So when I heard that I was going to be hosting Sunday dinner, I had to quickly figure out the menu least likely to become a Family Story. What are your family stories about food fiascos? I’d love to hear what you did that lives on in the memories of your kin.
Share your best (or worst) dinner disasters with me in the comments (or via email to marilu2mann@gmail.com ) and I’ll send you a link to my Red Beans and Rice. One lucky winner will get a complete set of my recipe cards featuring recipes my characters love to eat!
Best,
Marilu
Marilu Mann brings the steaminess of the Louisiana bayous to her books and she doesn't stop there. Marilu's willing to travel to the frozen tundra of Wisconsin to heat up those northern nights and melt a little snow. She'll also circle the world to Wales, Ireland, Scotland and back just to bring you books that make you sweat.
Currently residing in Texas, Marilu is an avid armchair traveler. Her sexy shifters will set your blood to boiling in no time. Owned by one Diva Teen and various animals, Marilu keeps busy writing the novels her readers beg for. Marilu is thrilled to be a part of the Ellora's Cave family and loves to hear from readers.
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New Orleans sizzles when Dr. Carly Chambers finds herself in the hands, or paws, of sexy shifter and antique dealer Tony Pantera. Though the memory of his murdered human lover haunts him, Tony can't deny the sensual scent of this doctor his friends kidnapped. Carly is now in danger because of his enemies.
The Turn Skins are power-hungry shifters who want to expose themselves to the world and take over through fear. Tony and his friends stand in their way. Carly proves to be a tool for Turn Skins when they learn that Tony can't resist the attractive doctor. And Carly is happy to stroke this shifter's fur. Their erotic encounters hurtle them into the path of danger and death.
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– or Dining Disasters I’ve Survived
By Marilu Mann
“Marilu, we’ve decided to have our family dinner at your house. We will be there at 6 on Sunday.”
Nothing can strike fear into my heart faster than that ominous phone call from a family member. It is worse than finding Freddie, Jason and Michael in my closet when the electricity is out and I’m home alone. In fact, I’d rather face those three than my family at the dinner table.
Not only do I have to clean my house so that my "Junior League" family members won't feel the need to pitch in and help me ‘pick up,’ but I also have to ensure that no "dinner disasters" take place.
You know what those are, surely... I mean, haven't some of you left the paper in the pie plate or left that icky giblet packet in the turkey by mistake?
Or served brandied fruit to the tee-totaler in the family? Or used a bad pint of oysters for the oyster dressing? Yes, there is nothing quite as bonding as a family trip to the emergency room.
Of course, if I don’t poison them on purpose and Uncle Bud doesn’t remind Aunt Sissy about that unfortunate marriage of hers, it will be a good dinner.
True stories from my family files include the Thanksgiving dinner when Mama proudly presented her very first pecan pie to a table that included her mother and her mother-in-law. I can’t remember which one took the first bite, but the reaction was not what my mama was hoping for. She’d left the piece of paper that separates the two pie shells IN. So along with a delicious piece of pecan pie, everyone got a nice hunk of roughage.
Then there was the time Mama was entertaining her boss and his wife. She’d made her special pork chops along with her good brown gravy. Her decision to offer the gravy in the china gravy boat was one any Southern Belle might have made. If only she’d wiped that one small drip of brown liquid from the handle. It might not have slipped—dumping a good cup of hot brown gravy in her boss’s wife’s lap.
So when I heard that I was going to be hosting Sunday dinner, I had to quickly figure out the menu least likely to become a Family Story. What are your family stories about food fiascos? I’d love to hear what you did that lives on in the memories of your kin.
Share your best (or worst) dinner disasters with me in the comments (or via email to marilu2mann@gmail.com ) and I’ll send you a link to my Red Beans and Rice. One lucky winner will get a complete set of my recipe cards featuring recipes my characters love to eat!
Best,
Marilu
Marilu Mann brings the steaminess of the Louisiana bayous to her books and she doesn't stop there. Marilu's willing to travel to the frozen tundra of Wisconsin to heat up those northern nights and melt a little snow. She'll also circle the world to Wales, Ireland, Scotland and back just to bring you books that make you sweat.
Currently residing in Texas, Marilu is an avid armchair traveler. Her sexy shifters will set your blood to boiling in no time. Owned by one Diva Teen and various animals, Marilu keeps busy writing the novels her readers beg for. Marilu is thrilled to be a part of the Ellora's Cave family and loves to hear from readers.
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