It’s been a busy month. My husband, son, and I took a trip to New York for my younger brother’s wedding. Then my son and I headed to West Virginia to visit some family friends. After that, I started teacher orientation to help get ready for the new school year. Halfway through that, my son […]
On Dates and Dating Mishaps
I’ve been plotting a new Madison Creek story. (In the back of my mind- since I’m busy with some other projects- and I could use some help.) So today, let’s talk dates. And not-so-great dates. This new story will have a few dating “mistakes.” You might be thinking, I’m married and I don’t do dates anymore. Well, […]
Cake For Two
Do you ever cook with your husband/significant other? If so, what kind of food do you cook? You probably know from some of my previous blog posts that I’m a foodaholic. I love talking about food and recipes. About two weeks ago, I was so excited about the Royal Wedding. Well, since I’m a romance […]
Romantic Road-Tripping
These past couple of weeks I’ve spent a whole bunch of time on the road. My husband and I drove from Minnesota to Tampa, Florida, to watch our son graduate college (yay!) and to bring him home. Two days driving down, two days in Tampa packing his belongings and attending the graduation ceremony, and two […]
Confessions of an Unromantic Romance Writer
Lindi here–Whoops! No, it’s not Lindi–It’s Ane Mulligan. (Y’all, this is my DEAR friend and TALENTED writer Ane Mulligan. As I’m traveling during this blog posting time, I’ve asked Ane to guest blog for me. And you’re going to love this post. I mean, I know you already love the title, right?) […]
Isn’t It Romantic?
I have a confession to make… While I write romance, my dear husband and I are probably the least romantic couple on the planet! Valentine’s Day is usually a blip on the calendar. We might go out to eat, but never on the holiday. Who wants to face those crowds and long lines? When my […]
Love on the Links #giveaway #newrelease
Happy Saturday! For all of you quilters out there, it’s also National Quilting Day. In our house, Saturday means date night. Back in our early dating years, our dates consisted of an 18 hole round of golf, followed up by dinner at a nice restaurant. When Derek and I first met, I’d just started to […]
Soda Shops and Bobby Socks
I was a teenager in the late 1970’s and early 1980’s. During that time the television show “Happy Days” was popular. For those who aren’t familiar with the show, it was an American sitcom revolving around a teenage boy, Richie Cunningham, and his family and friends. Richie was the all-American wholesome young man. Any parent […]
Two Favorite Movies Where They (Gasp!) Don’t Ride Into the Sunset Together (Plus Gift Card Giveaway)
Today I’d like to talk about movies. Specifically, romances. Sure, we could go on and on about favorite date movies and romances, but hold on a moment. I’m not just talking about the movies with a heart-stopping hero, witty dialogue, maybe a touch of intrigue or suspense, at least one thrilling kiss…and a happily ever […]
A Penny for A Date
We humans are creatures of habit and it’s easy to get into ruts. For example, a Thursday afternoon conversation on the way home from work with my husband might sound something like this: Me: “So, what do you think about grabbing something while we’re out tonight for dinner?” CJ: “Sounds good to me.” Me: “Great—because […]