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On being a writer

Friday Sinema: Dance With Me

Posted on September 14, 2018 by Silver James

I’m in a Sade and Sinjen headspace so when I saw this video on FB, I tracked it down on YouTube. Yes. This could be a scene from the book. It’s definitely inspiration. And I do love a sexy tango … Continue reading →

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Thursday Thoughts: Universal Love

Posted on September 13, 2018 by Silver James

When I was a teen, I was always falling in love. Rock stars. Movie and TV stars. Teen idols. I made up stories about them in my head–with me always playing the heroine, of course. And we always lived happily … Continue reading →

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Wednesday Words: Memories are Made of This

Posted on September 12, 2018 by Silver James

Time just keeps slip-slip-slipping away. Here it is Wednesday again. Today’s #1lineWed theme of **MEMORY/REMEMBER**is rather apropos given yesterday’s anniversary. I have a few memories and some remembers, though most in published works or in snippets I seem to remember … Continue reading →

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9-11: In Remembrance

Posted on September 11, 2018 by Silver James

It’s been 17 years, but it still feels like yesterday.

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Tuesday Treats: Cheesy Mexican Chicken and Rice

Posted on September 11, 2018 by Silver James

There’s a hint of Autumn in the air which always puts me in mind of cheesy-gooey easy meals. This one fits the bill. Prep Time: 10 min. Total Time: 20 min. Servings: Makes 4 servings. Instant rice and chicken chunks … Continue reading →

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Falling for Monday

Posted on September 10, 2018 by Silver James

So. It’s Monday. Again. Most months have four Mondays in them. Better than five, right? Yes, I’m babbling. I need more coffee. So. There was a last week. And a weekend. And since it’s Monday, I normally recap. So. In … Continue reading →

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Friday Sinema: Freedom!

Posted on September 7, 2018 by Silver James

I love corporate entities that have a sense of humor. Enjoy a special edition of today’s sinema with this commercial from Easyjet, celebrating the airlines new route between Edinburgh and Jersey. I wish I was there! Where are you wishing … Continue reading →

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Thursday Thoughts: Universal Start

Posted on September 6, 2018 by Silver James

So…one down, a whole bunch more to go. All it takes is typing “Chapter 1.” Or “Prologue.” Depending on the story. Even if I feel like I can’t. Even if there doesn’t seem to be a story. But whenever I … Continue reading →

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Wednesday Words: Working It

Posted on September 5, 2018 by Silver James

A new month and another Wednesday. That means it’s time for #1lineWed. Since Monday was Labor Day here in the States, the good folks at RWA Kiss of Death decided an approprite theme for #1lineWed would be **WORK**. That works … Continue reading →

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Tuesday Treats: Frozen PB Turtle Pie

Posted on September 4, 2018 by Silver James

I’m the first to admit that I’m a total sucker for Turtle candies. Chocolate, caramel, and pecans. What’s not to love?!? Also, I’m probably far too fond of ice cream and/or frozen desserts. So, combine the two and you get … Continue reading →

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