Join me for an Impromptu Afternoon Tea!

Why impromptu? Because I like to fly by the seat of my pants and make my life totally complicated! Just kidding, but seriously, doing what I did this afternoon is not always the best method for having an afternoon tea. But I had one of the best excuses, a visit from a family friend who deserved to have an afternoon tea in her honor. On the Menu Cucumber, Crab, and Olive Tea Sandwiches Sweet...

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My September Movie List

I know, I know. I just wrote that I didn't want to discuss movies that much on my blog anymore, but I can't help it. So, instead of writing a gajillion movie posts, I'll consolidate them into one post. Easy to skip for those not interested and easy to find for those who are. Hidden behind this lovely break are my thoughts on Elysium (2013), World War Z (2013), Dredd (2012), and Treasure Island...

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Elegant Blogger Award

First of all, thanks Lizzie, for nominating me! :)  The rules: When you receive the award, link back to keepcalmandsparkle1099.blogspot.com and the blog that nominated you:  His Redeemed Child. Display the award button in the post  Answer all of the 12 questions given in this post (do not make your own questions)  Nominate 8 bloggers (see below) Notify them that they...

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When I graduate this December . . .

. . . that pair of socks I started knitting last year will get finished. Those two library books I misplaced somewhere in the house in March will be found. My story about Francie and Trey will finally get edited. The hoards of books in my library stash will get read. The furniture in my room will be dusted and shined. The carpet will get a thoroughly deep cleaning. I will finally qualify for those...

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Belated Birthday Shout-Out to Tony Denison of Major Crimes!

My delicious Silver Fox, I love you even when your character is being a complete and total a**hole. Many happy return...

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Book Review: Rebellious Heart by Jody Hedlund

Rebellious Heart by Jody HedlundMy rating: 5 of 5 stars- Received a free copy from the publisher in exchange for an honest review.Susanna is the typical young lady to be found in the Americas just before the Revolutionary War. The daughter of a clergyman, she seeks to do good as the Lord desires, treating the downtrodden with compassion, but still maintaining loyalty to England. That is, she is loyal...

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Book Review: Reckless by Cornelia Funke

Reckless by Cornelia FunkeMy rating: 5 of 5 starsA part of me wishes that I could hold my hand over my reflection in a mirror and vanish to another world. Cornelia Funke works her magic once again with this new fairy tale series about Jacob Reckless, treasure hunter extraordinaire, who lives in our world, but vanishes for months, even years, at a time behind the mirror. The Mirrorworld's inhabitants...

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