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Tuesday Treats & Titles: Tortellini Double Stuff

Posted on June 27, 2023 by Silver James

Unfortunately for LG, I like pasta salads, especially when it’s hot outside and I can add meat because…carnivore here. I normally use “garden” rotini and add grilled chicken but this dish makes for a tasty change of pace. And yes, I’m … Continue reading →

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Thursday Thoughts: Universal Law 123

Posted on June 22, 2023 by Silver James

Conflict. It’s what often drives the plot engine. Oh, and character development. There’s a famous quote in writing circles: “In writing, you must kill all your darlings.” It’s been attributed to Willaim Faulkner but you can’t prove that by me. There’s … Continue reading →

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Tuesday Treats & Titles: Secret Ingredient Shakes

Posted on June 20, 2023 by Silver James

Summer is coming! Summer is coming! Baby, it’s gettin’ hot outside and I don’t necessarily want to get out and drive somewhere to grab a refreshing drink. Then I remember this easy-peasy milkshake recipe so I found it and I’m … Continue reading →

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Tuesday Treats & Titles: Chai Don’t Lie

Posted on June 13, 2023 by Silver James

Some people appreciate a good cup of tea. Me? I’m all about the coffee but I’ll drink the occasionally cup of chai. I enjoy the spices and the flavor but when it comes right down to it, I’m a coffee … Continue reading →

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Tuesday Treats & Titles: Secret Cozy Croissants

Posted on June 6, 2023 by Silver James

I don’t remember where or when I first found this recipe but I copied it down and tucked it into my recipe box. I recently rediscovered it when I had to comb through my box looking for a different recipe … Continue reading →

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Monday Mandate

Posted on June 5, 2023 by Silver James

I will get off my arse and get something writerly done. Stop laughing. I’m serious! That’s my Monday Mandate! I’ve already been to Wallyworld for the week. I have no excuse. I went yesterday because Stormy is out of school … Continue reading →

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Thursday Thoughts: Universal Thinking

Posted on June 1, 2023 by Silver James

I always find it interesting that when I seem to have a dilemma  when it comes to my writing, the Universe pops up in my inbox with something insightful. Let me back up a bit. I recently read a blog … Continue reading →

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Tuesday Treats & Titles: Billionaire Deviled Eggs

Posted on May 30, 2023 by Silver James

Are deviled eggs a southern thing? Having grown up in Oklahoma, they were–and are–pretty much a thing any time there was a cook-out, family get-together, Easter, or just for a side with a light summer meal. No one in my … Continue reading →

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Memorial Day Monday

Posted on May 29, 2023 by Silver James

A three-day holiday weekend! Most schools are out for the year! It’s the beginning of summer! Yippee! Everyone is excited and ready to hit the lake or go camping or just BBQ in the backyard. That’s awesome. But do me … Continue reading →

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Tuesday Treats & Titles: Wishing for Cheesecake Sopapilla Bars

Posted on May 23, 2023 by Silver James

When I first saw this recipe, I made a special trip to the grocery store to get the ingredients to try it out immediately. OMG! Easy and oh-so-good! And yes, the picture does feature the one I made. That’s one … Continue reading →

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