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  Join me for my five-book reading wrap-up! October 2022 Here is my Youtube Video (There is an Amazon link to each book. If you are interested in more information, click on the link. I am an Amazon Affiliate. If you click on the link and buy anything at all, I get a percentage of the sale at no cost to you...thanks:-) ********************************************************************************* Book 1  "We Have Always Lived in the Castle" by Shirley Jackson Horror, Classic, Fiction, Thriller Good Reads Rating 3.96 stars out of five My Rating is3.75/5 stars Here is the Amazon Link   Overview On GoodReads Shirley Jackson's beloved gothic tale of a peculiar girl named Merricat and her family's dark secret Taking readers deep into a labyrinth of dark neurosis, We Have Always Lived in the Castle is a deliciously unsettling novel about a perverse, isolated, and possibly murderous family and the struggle that ensues when a cousin arrives at their estate. Quote "...

 Here we are entering the holiday season.  That got me thinking of my childhood Thanksgiving with my family.  So the journal prompt for November is "Describe Thanksgiving in Your Childhood Home." As a kid, every year, I was excited and looked forward to our Thanksgiving celebration. For one thing, we had several days away from school, which was always a plus. Usually, two to three days before the big day, Uncle Leslie and Aunt Charlotte would appear. This would mean I would have to give up my bed for the floor, but that was ok because they were family members I adored. Preparation for our Thanksgiving Dinner began several days in advance of the holiday. Mom always made a pumpkin pie and a sweet potato casserole, and Aunt Charlotte made her onion-heavy cole slaw which I learned, over the years, to look forward to. One of my favorite foods on our thanksgiving dinner table was stuffing. Mom made a wonderful bread stuffing. I remember the loaves of bread, butter, onions, cel...

 I love this quote by Carlos Santana on healing and joy. I agree that no matter how much you have been hurt, you can heal if you hold onto joy.  It may take an effort, but the joy that is deep in your heart will slowly heal any wounds. God Bless! KathieyV

Here we are entering the holiday season. This is the time of year for seasonal cocktails and other delicious drinks. I just wrote a post with a few popular alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks for the winter holidays. The post is titled "8 Fun Drinks to Enjoy on a Cold Winter Evening" . Many of the drinks I mentioned in this post would be wonderful to serve at holiday parties, a Christmas Party, or any special occasion.  As I was thinking about serving drinks to holiday guests, I wondered if I had the proper equipment to serve great cocktails or any holiday drink. With serving drinks in mind, I decided to head to amazon to search for the best products to meet my drink-serving needs. (I am an Amazon Affiliate, and I get a small percentage of the sale of anything you buy using my links.  Don't worry; there is no added cost to you:-) 1- Mixology Bartender Kit -With this mixology bar kit, you get all the bar tools you need to add to your bar cart. In it, you receive a h eavy-du...

Who does not love winter drinks on a cold winter night? Sitting back and enjoying a cold-weather cocktail during the colder evenings is fun. With that in mind, I thought I would choose eight fun drinks to enjoy this winter. Let's head to Pinterest to search for winter cocktail recipes and holiday party drinks. Spiked Apple Cider   This warm apple cider cocktail sounds delicious. Adding apple Brandy, Caramel syrup, and sweetened whipped cream to any drink will elevate the drink to one of my seasonal favorites. Creamy White Hot Chocolate  This one is a non-alcoholic beverage for those cold winter days. It is one of those delicious drinks that even the young ones in the family can enjoy at a winter gathering. Homemade Hot Cocoa Recipe  This homemade hot chocolate recipe sounds excellent for a cold night. Just looking at the photo, I can taste the chocolate flavor. This warming drink will add a little sweetness to your day. Cranberry Fizz Cocktail  This refreshing winter...

Much is happening  in the entertainment area regarding books, TV, and movies.   Here is what I have been watching, reading, and listening to lately.    The YouTube Version What am I reading?   I just finished a physical book, The Book of Cold Cases by Simone St. James, and I also completed The Book Of CandleLight by Ellery Adams on Audible. I gave the Book of Cold Cases a 4/5, and I gave the Book of Candlelight 3/5 stars. I have just started As Long as The Lemon Trees Grow and The Hidden Pictures. I am excited to continue my reading both of them. The first couple of chapters have gotten my attention, and I have high hopes that I will like them. I started my audiobook Demon Copperhead.  This book is based on David Copperfield by Charles Dickens. I am enjoying it so far.  I like the way it is written; it holds my attention.  I have a feeling it is going to be a good but painful listen. Book Trailer on Demon Copperhead Here is a short video from the ...

I love the cooler fall weather.  Fall is my favorite time of the year.  If I had my choice, the temperature would stay between 45-70 degrees, which would be heaven for me.  I took my grandkids on an excursion yesterday, hoping for cooler temps, but sadly it hit 80 degrees yesterday.   Let's pretend it is 50 degrees, and we are off to stroll in the park.  What would be a nice outfit to wear on our adventure? Let's head over to Amazon to see what we can find... (I am an Amazon Affiliate, and I get a small percentage of the sale of anything you buy using my links.  Don't worry; there is no added cost to you:-) 1- Allegra K Women's Drawstring Waist Flap Pockets Lightweight Utility Safari Jacket 2- Lands' End Women's Relaxed Supima Cotton Long Sleeve Crewneck T-Shirt 3- Hiking Work Waterproof Boots for Women 4- ANIXAY Women's Short/Long Sleeve Henley Button up T Shirt Casual Basic Tops Blouse 5- Wrangler Women's High Rise True Straight Fit Jean 6- Canvas Slin...

I love Thanksgiving Dinner. It is so much fun to come up with the perfect thanksgiving menu for your Thanksgiving table. This year I thought I would take a look at some best thanksgiving side dishes I could find on Pinterest for the holiday table. I went over to Pinterest to search for what I could find for my holiday side dishes.  Here is what I found... 1- Slow Cooker Maple and Brown Sugar Glazed Carrots  I think this glazed carrot recipe would be great for Thanksgiving dinner.  With maple syrup and brown sugar, how can you go wrong?  The added plus is that you can easily make it in a crock pot...happy day! 2- Southern Sweet Potato Casserole  I love a good sweet potato casserole, and this one sounds like a good bet. 3- The Best Brussel Sprouts of Your Life  It has taken me a while to get on the bandwagon, but I really do enjoy a good brussel sprout side dish.  This one sounds pretty easy. 4- Make Ahead Mashed Potatoes  This one I have made befor...

I love the story of the Prodigal Son in Luke 15:11-32. Why? Because it is an example of God's abundant Grace on which I lean so heavily. It is a picture of God's love for us, for me. In church yesterday, the Pastor spoke of how the son in this parable had turned his back on his father. How he squandered all he had given him, and how he became desperate without his father in his life. How he then returned to his father and was lovingly accepted back into his father's house because he was so loved. And even though the son did not deserve it, his father forgave all his foolishness, and the slate was wiped clean. Years ago, there was a song that I would listen to that would bring tears to my eyes each time I heard it. It is a song by Benny Hester called "When God Ran."  "And the only time,   the only time I ever saw Him run   Was when   He ran to me,   Took me in His arms, held my head to His chest   And said "My son's come home again."   Look...