IN THE KNOW WITH RO: I Love Saving Money!

IN THE KNOW WITH RO: I Love Saving Money!: Yippee!  Love to give cards for just about anything, but they can be super expensive.  Went to a yard sale yesterday and found two boxes of ...

I Love Saving Money!

Yippee!  Love to give cards for just about anything, but they can be super expensive.  Went to a yard sale yesterday and found two boxes of cards for all kinds of occasions.  Cost for both boxes - just a whopping $ .50!

We always need toilet paper, so when I saw that Food Lion had a sale, I pulled out my manufacturers coupon AND the store coupon to pay just $1.75 for a 9 pack.  Yay!

Next stop - Dollar General, where with coupons, I was able to snag deals on women and men's deodorant, soap and dish washing detergent for next to nothing!  Sadly, the store had been robbed last week, so they're changing their hours, but thank goodness everyone is ok.

My husband frequently asks why I feel the need to stock up on so many items that are already in the house.  I tell him we must be prepared in case World War Z happens or War of the Worlds, District 9 or the Day After Tomorrow, so we can have stuff for us and other people who need it.  Shaking his head as usual, he tells me, "uh..., I think we'll all be pretty much dead".  I, of course, insist that we'll still be around no matter what, with tons of toilet paper, shampoo, deodorant, and cereal to share with whoever is left.   "You watch way too many movies, babe".

Meanwhile, I found a few more bargains to check out later today while he's at work.  Shhh... he'll never know once they're stored away. (lol)

Hugs...

IN THE KNOW WITH RO: OBSERVATIONS...KIDS WHO KICK ASS IN THE KITCHEN

IN THE KNOW WITH RO: OBSERVATIONS...KIDS WHO KICK ASS IN THE KITCHEN: When my mom tried to teach me to cook as a child, I always looked the other way, giving her my plan of being a career woman and eating o...

IN THE KNOW WITH RO: National Coffee Day FREEBIES

IN THE KNOW WITH RO: National Coffee Day FREEBIES: Are you a coffee fan and need your fix to get started every morning?  Your special day is coming on National Coffee Day, this Sunday, Sept...

National Coffee Day FREEBIES

Are you a coffee fan and need your fix to get started every morning?  Your special day is coming on National Coffee Day, this Sunday, September 29.


Head to Caribou Coffee's Facebook page to download and print a National Coffee Day coupon. Then bring it with you or show it on your mobile device to score a free coffee .

Download Dunkin' Donuts' app to your smartphone. Then on National Coffee Day, tap on the "My Offers" section in the app to find your freebie coupon for a free small hot ir iced coffee.

When you're done there,  drive down the street to Krispy Kreme for a FREE 12 oz. cup of java.

Help Starbucks celebrate the launch of Ethiopia, a new coffee blend, that you'll be able to taste for free on National Coffee Day.  If you buy a 1 pound bag, get a complimentary ceramic mug while supplies last.

Thanks to Tip Hero for this awesome heads up!

IN THE KNOW WITH RO: Volunteer

IN THE KNOW WITH RO: Volunteer: A great way to give back when you're low on cash is to volunteer your time or expertise to those in need. If you enjoy working with...

Volunteer

A great way to give back when you're low on cash is to volunteer your time or expertise to those in need.

If you enjoy working with the elderly and would like to visit, look for senior centers near you at www.eldercaredirectory.com.  Bring along the kids to make it a family adventure.

Spend some time in soup kitchens or in homeless shelters to help with meals throughout the day. This is also a fantastic opportunity to include the rest of the family.  To find shelters, check out www.nationalhomeless.org.

Another great site to visit for even more ideas is www.volunteermatch.org.

So many people need our help throughout the US, and volunteering YOU can make a difference.

Hugs...

WOW! What a Way to Pay it Forward

If you live in Oregon and are grocery shopping, you may get lucky!  Check out an article from Yahoo, earlier this morning.

By Elise Solé, Shine Staff | Healthy Living on Yahoo.


The mystery surrounding a series of $100 bills recently tucked into items at grocery stores in Oregon has been solved. Turns out, the good deeds were the work of a Portland radio station trying to drum up publicity and spread some good fortune.

Despite speculation that the mystery donor was an unidentified local lottery winner, on Wednesday, The New 98.7 The Bull (KUPL) announced that it was responsible for mysterious windfalls occurring around Oregon and Southwest Washington — although no one from the station would specify which stores were included in the treasure hunt. "We are everywhere and encouraging others to pay it forward and do the same," the station's music director "B-Dub" wrote in an email to Yahoo Shine.

Over the past week, 12 shoppers at a Fred Meyer grocery store on Southeast Commercial Street in Salem were delighted to find $100 bills stuffed inside egg cartons, ice cream containers, and other random grocery items over the past few weeks. Walmart customers have also had similar experiences. 

“We can confirm that there have been 12 different customers who have found $100 bills in our store. Upon finding the money, they’ve all alerted a store clerk and have been allowed to keep the money,” Melinda Merrill, the director of publicity at Kroger, the company that owns Fred Meyer, told Yahoo Shine. “It’s a wonderful thing.”

IN THE KNOW WITH RO: Rocky Road Relationship

IN THE KNOW WITH RO: Rocky Road Relationship: A close friend of mine has been married for about 12 years, and to say it's been up and down is probably an understatement, but I'...

Rocky Road Relationship

A close friend of mine has been married for about 12 years, and to say it's been up and down is probably an understatement, but I've tried to be supportive.

Yesterday, she called me from Arizona in tears, making me frantic because we're separated by so many states.  Her husband has been getting late night calls, which he refuses to explain, and every morning he takes his phone into the bathroom between 7:15am - 8:15am for God knows what.  Well later that day, he asked her to call his phone to verify that it was working properly.  As the phone was ringing, she observed him doing something strange.  When she asked him what he was doing, he admitted that moving forward, to make outbound calls or to receive inbound calls, he had to go through the extra step of adding a code.

I admit that I was stumped, and didn't know what to say.  Initially, my thought was that I didn't know you could even do such a thing with a phone.  Then I thought that he had to be hiding something, particularly based on his previous behavior of getting mysterious calls in the middle of the night, but perhaps there was something I'm missing.  All I could do was calm her down and let her know everything was going to be fine.  Part of me wanted to tell her to get out of the relationship because he clearly doesn't respect her, but I didn't.  I tried to share a funny comment, but couldn't. Still, what is the right thing to do or say in a situation like this?  What could be really going on? Thoughts?

IN THE KNOW WITH RO: Cool Blogs

IN THE KNOW WITH RO: Cool Blogs: Save some time and energy by visiting these sites for lots of info on FREEBIES, recipes, fun stuff, book reviews, outrageous videos/stories ...

Cool Blogs

Save some time and energy by visiting these sites for lots of info on FREEBIES, recipes, fun stuff, book reviews, outrageous videos/stories or more:

http://bitsandpieces.us/

http://www.donnahup.com/

www.sweetiesfreebies.com

 

http://www.wickedreadingsbytawania.blogspot.com

 

http://www.kbgbabbles.com 

 

http://www.smartbitchestrashybooks.com

 

http://www.budgetsavvydiva.com/

 

http://not-your-average-mom.com  

IN THE KNOW WITH RO: I CAN'T FIND THE REMOTE!

IN THE KNOW WITH RO: I CAN'T FIND THE REMOTE!: The other day I looked around and realized we have about 10 remotes sitting around the house. Three for the DVD Players, 2 for the Telev...

I CAN'T FIND THE REMOTE!

The other day I looked around and realized we have about 10 remotes sitting around the house. Three for the DVD Players, 2 for the Televisions, 1 for the VCR (yes, I still have one of those), 2 for the Dish, 1 for the CD Player, and 1 I have no idea what in the world it belongs with!

Do you remember the televisions that never even had a remote? If you wanted to change the channel, you had to get in a little aerobic activity by getting out of that chair and walking up to the television. Then when you got up there, you could rejoice in being able to turn that knob to 3-4 channels. When I was a kid, Truth or Consequences with Bob Barker and I Dream of Jeannie with Barbara Eden and Larry Hagman were my favorites!

Convenience is great, but if something goes wrong with one of those items, and the remote is missing in action, my husband believes the world has surely ended and gets really irritated if he actually has to get up. (lol)  He just can't understand why I still walk up to the television to cut it on manually. Hey...3 calories are 3 calories.

Meanwhile, I'm thinking about hiding all of the remotes... (lol)

IN THE KNOW WITH RO: ROCKIN' RECIPES

IN THE KNOW WITH RO: ROCKIN' RECIPES:   FRUIT & NUT ARUGULA SALAD      1 Tbs Balsamic Vinegar 2 Tbs Honey Mustard 1/3 Cup Vegetable Oil 1 Tbs. Mince...

IN THE KNOW WITH RO: NEWS YOU CAN USE - Gift Cards

IN THE KNOW WITH RO: NEWS YOU CAN USE - Gift Cards: EVERY single year, probably since about 1996, friends and family ask me what I want for Christmas.  EVERY single year, since about 1996, I...

IN THE KNOW WITH RO: TOUCHING IS NOT ALLOWED!

IN THE KNOW WITH RO: TOUCHING IS NOT ALLOWED!: Once a month I go through my DVD and book library to ensure they are dusted and where they should be alphabetically; so you can imagine m...

STEP AWAY FROM THOSE BOOKS!

Once a month I go through my DVD shelves and bookcases to ensure they are dusted and where they're supposed to be alphabetically; so you can imagine my surprise when Mission Impossible - Ghost Protocol with Tom Cruise mysteriously showed up next to Parker with my boyfriend, Jason Statham. When I asked my husband, he of course denied all knowledge, but since there are only two people in the house, I think we all know who was the guilty culprit. (lol)

Later that day, my husband graciously fixed a portion of one of the bookcases, (there are 7) which I truly appreciated, but when he decided to then rearrange the books on that shelf, which are painstakingly grouped by author and copyright , I dramatically gasped loudly, grabbed my heart, and knew I was surely ready to die from a near heart attack. He of course, knew the fastest way to save me from an early death, was to place those books right back in order, then to quickly move away from the bookcase.(lol)

Shayla Black has her own area, JR Ward is listed alphabetically, Cathryn Fox has her special location, along with David Baldacci, Jennifer Blake, Robin Kaye, Pamela Morsi, Brenda Novak, Sasha White, Sharon Sala, Delilah Devlin, CAtherine Anderson, Catherine Coulter, Sierra Cartwright,  Dan Brown, Melissa Schroeder, and a zillion others of my favorite authors.  There are even spaces for cookbooks, dictionaries, self-help books, etc.

Unless you're an avid book reader or collector, you probably have no idea how important it is to keep them in some type of order or the backlog can slowly get away from you, driving you bonkers.  I have an Ereader, but very rarely use it, preferring to have the novel right in front of me.  Yes there is an extensive load of books in a corner - I'm at over 192 right now, and while my husband feels I can never read everything that is piled up neatly in a corner (and continues to grow) in this lifetime, I know he's out of his mind.

Call me selfish, but I don't even loan out books or movies, because for some inexplicable reason, I NEVER get them back, forcing me to repurchase one of my treasures.  So don't waste your time asking for that hard to find book.  Sorry!

Meanwhile, stand back and away from my books and movies.  I don't want any trouble...

Hugs...

IN THE KNOW WITH RO: SOME LIKE IT HOT!!

IN THE KNOW WITH RO: SOME LIKE IT HOT!!: Just about everything I eat has to have some type of heat, but all peppers are definitely not created equal. Here are just a few to add t...

SOME LIKE IT HOT!!

Just about everything I eat has to have some type of heat, but all peppers are definitely not created equal. Here are just a few to add to your menu.

JALAPENO - adds heat ranging from mild to hot, with a back note of sweetness wich may be used for salsa and nachos, etc. Dried, red jalapenos are called chipotles.

SHISHITO - Wow, try to say this one fast, I dare you! (lol) This Japanese pepper is mild, but you may get a hot one every once in a while. Us this by frying in olive oil, sprinkling with a little seat salt, then serving with drinks.

POBLANO - This is a large pepper that's yummy when roasted and perfect for chiles rellenos. If it's dried, it becomes an ancho.

SERRANO - a little hotter than a jalapeno and works great with a guacamole dip. A red one has heat that's a little sweeter.

GREEN THAI - Whew! This Southeast Asian bird chile packs a whopping heat that you'll notice almost as soon as you put it in your mouth. Despite the fierce heat, it's an excellent anti-inflammatory.

RED THAI - This is the ripened form of the Green Thai chile, and the heat of this tricks you a little, perhaps catching you off guard as you get through your curry, noodle soup or other special dish. They are often harvested and sold together.

HABANERO - This, along with the Scotch bonnet is the most common chile in the Caribbean, and one of the world's hottest chiles. You'll find this mostly in jerk marinades and hot sauce.

CHERRY HOT - Serve this sweet & mild to moderately hot pepper,pickled and served as an antipasto, or slice it up for your submarine sandwich.

GREEN FINGER HOT - A staple of the Indian kitchen, this pepper is hot, but not searing hot, because it's actually considered a cooling spice. When eaten, it causes the body to perspire, and then cool down.

When handling hot peppers, it's best to use gloves. To decrease some of the heat, follow it up with a thick dairy product, like sour cream.

IN THE KNOW WITH RO: Easy FREE Stuff or Prizes

IN THE KNOW WITH RO: Easy FREE Stuff or Prizes: According to Sharon Elaine, the author of Ready, Click, Win!, these are some great ways to win unexpected prizes and gifts. Every year i...

Easy FREE Stuff or Prizes

According to Sharon Elaine, the author of Ready, Click, Win!, these are some great ways to win unexpected prizes and gifts.

Every year in Raleigh, they hold a Women's Show that has all kinds of neat things to eat, and raffles for prizes.  Some of the food was absolutely amazing! If you have to pay, the goodies you get are well worth it, but believe it or not, some of these shows have no admission fee at all.  Sharon's tip, which I think is fantastic, is to take along address labels so you can stick it on the entry form, saving time, and making it easier to read.  You only need to write in your phone number and/or e-mail address.

You're already very happily married, but that doesn't mean you can't hang out at Bridal Shows for fun.  Get FREE samples, and take the time to fill in those entry forms for all kinds of neat prizes.  Her special tip? Get there super early so you can get FREE goodie bags, which run out fast.  If you want to find a bridal show near you, visit www.bridalshownearyou.com

According to statistics, mall visits are down, but if you do visit, your first stop should be Customer Service.  If you prefer department stores, check around the entrance for sweepstakes boxes.  Retailers are anxious to solicit your business. One of my favorite is right at the Customer Service Desk in Carlie C's, where they have stacks of entry forms for grocery shopping sprees.  If you don't see them, it doesn't hurt to ask.

You can't win, if you don't enter!

IN THE KNOW WITH RO: PORTRAIT OF A MARRIAGE

IN THE KNOW WITH RO: PORTRAIT OF A MARRIAGE: It's a little rough to admit this, but my husband and I got into a heated debate about cheating. I found myself getting  angry beca...

IN THE KNOW WITH RO: CONTESTS & SWEEPSTAKES

IN THE KNOW WITH RO: CONTESTS & SWEEPSTAKES: If you're interested in finding out about cool sweepstakes and contests that are totally FREE, check out www.infinitesweeps.com   an...

IN THE KNOW WITH RO: Did you know?

IN THE KNOW WITH RO: Did you know?: Best Time to Save If you're thinking about buying Digital Cameras, Printers and scanners, this month is the time to get to the store...

Did you know?

Best Time to Save

If you're thinking about buying Digital Cameras, Printers and scanners, this month is the time to get to the store.

September is also the best time to shop for baseball gear, jewelry, big screen televisions, fall clothing for the kiddies, juniors/young men, and winter ski trips  If you're searching for another car, last year's models are available at bargain prices.

Some Things in Life Really Are Free

Receiving a smile from a friend or stranger is always free, but if you have a little bit of time and a computer, you can get other things for next to nothing as well.  Start by being a loyal follower of your favorite brands on Facebook.  If you LIKE their page, the opportunities for samples of new products or high value coupons are endless.

Fight Wrinkles with These Yummy Snacks and Strengthen your Skin

*  Dried Apricots or Mini Carrots - Antioxidant is Beta-carotene
*  Avocado or Apple - Antioxidant is Lutein
*  Watermelon or Cherry Tomatoes - Antioxidant is Lycopene
*  Walnuts or Flaxseed - Omega-3 Fatty Acids

Make Extra Cash Right Now

If you have the skills, and are super flexible, microjobs allow you to make money doing what you love without experiencing the daily grind of punching a time clock.

www.taskrabbit.com, www.gigwalk.com allow the opportunity to run errands or do various tasks.  Pay range is $8.00 and up.  Don't forget about Craigslist either.  I found a part time job for a friend who needed fast cash helping to pack boxes for a quick move.

Love animals?  Check out www.dogvacay.com, www.rover.com where you'll have the chance to walk a furry friend or housesit.  The pay ranges from $15 to sometimes $50 per day.  Awesome!

Are you detail-oriented and enjoy typing?  Visit www.peopleperhour.com, www.freelancer.com or www.elance.com.

Save on Travel

Watch Twitter for last minute and limited time sales with your favorite airlines.  Even better - sign up for e-mail from Trip Twit which follows tweets from travel deal alerts.

Keep on the lookout for unexpected fees for luggage, etc., on your flight by checking out www.airfarewatchdog.com and www.farecompare.com. www.yapta.com wil let you know if your airfare changes after you book it, as well as letting you know if you're eligible for a refund, according to budgeting expert Andrea Woroch.

If you're going to another state or country, save plenty of cash by using www.homeexchange.com, so you can simply switch houses.  How neat is that?  There is $120.00 annual fee, however.

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IN THE KNOW WITH RO: MIX & MATCH TACOS:
Build Your Own Taco:    Grab a tortilla or taco shell, then pair if with your choice of yummy fi...

MIX & MATCH TACOS

IN THE KNOW WITH RO: ROCKIN' RECIPES: Build Your Own Taco
Grab a tortilla or taco shell, then pair if with your choice of yummy filling and add one or more of these amazing ...

IN THE KNOW WITH RO: OBSERVATIONS...Disrespectful Kiddies

IN THE KNOW WITH RO: OBSERVATIONS...Disrespectful Kiddies: Someone is surely going to tell me to mind my own business, but it has to be said.  Kids do not respect their elders nowadays! When I was ...

JUST A SPOONFUL...

You know how you get to the bottom of the mustard jar or container, and there's just a little bit left to irritate you? No need to rinse it out or throw it away, because you literally just need a spoonful for these quick recipes:

Yellow Mustard - Deviled Eggs
Mashed yolks of 6 hardboiled eggs + 1/4 cup sour cream + 1 Tbsp Yellow Mustard + 1/4 Tsp. Salt. Mix it all together, and spoon into the cooked whites for 12 servings.

Dijon Mustard - Fish Topping
1 Tbsp. Dijon Mustard + 2 Tbsp Mayo + 1 Tbsp Chopped Dill. Spread it all on 6 Flounders or Cod Fillets, then broil for 6 minutes.

Grainy Mustard - Salad Dressing
3 Tbsp Olive Oil + 1 1/2 Tbsp White Balsamic Vinegar + 1 Tbsp Grainy Mustard + 1/2 Tsp Grated Orange Peel. Toss it all with your salad mix and orange segments.

Honey Mustard - Cole Slaw
3 Tbsp. Honey Mustard + 2 Tbsp Rice Vinegar + 1/4 Tsp Salt & Pepepr; Toss it all with ready-made slaw mix, then add 1 mango.

Brown Mustard - Basting Grilled Pork Chops
2 Tbsp Brown Mustard + 2 Tbsp Brown Sugar + 1 Tbsp Bourbon

LIVE HAPPY WHEN YOU CAN

Sometimes there are simple ways to enjoy life and the things around you.  It just takes a little time and creativity.

Try a few when you get a chance:

1.  Choose 2 Days out of the month to play board games with your family or significant other.  I'm not nearly as awesome as my husband, but he beats my butt AT LEAST twice a month in Scrabble.  There's no need to spend a lot of money on games, either.  I've found many games in Thrift Stores and Yard Sales that are in perfect condition.

2.  MAKE a Birthday or Anniversary Card instead of buying one.  Find some greetings in books, on the Internet or even better, take the time to make up your own.  Not only does it make you smile, but the receiver will appreciate the personalization.

3.  This is rougher than it sounds, but will be well worth it!  Give just 10 minutes a day to your special someone, a child, your parents/grandparents, best friend or a cousin.  Even if you're just listening, your kindness will make someone happy and build important relationships.

INFOMERCIALS THAT I WISH WOULD GO AWAY

I'm very sympathetic to the fact that people want to sell items on television, and God bless the vendors.  What's really irritating is that I've recently realized that these infomercials actually take up valuable channel space where we could be watching lots of other neat stuff.

Today, I was channel surfing and was amazed at the amount of things I can buy over and over again.

Here's just a few:

Facelift Secrets
Shark Rotator Vacuum
Whiter Teeth at Home
Restore Thick, Beautiful Hair
Brazil Butt Lift
I Hate My Hair
NuWave Cooktop
Insantity Workout
Bra Buying Secrets
World's Best Blender
Breaking Bald

First of all, I had no clue that there was a secret to buying a bra, did you?  My butt is aleady pretty darn big, so I don't need a lift from Brazil or any other country for that matter.  The Insanity Workout is pretty neat, but people tell me I'm nuts already, so I'm not trying to add this DVD to my collection to make me any worse than I am.  Breaking Bald?  Enough said...

Either way, why are they repeated ALL day, EVERY day?  We need those channels for things like How to find Erotic Novels, or more cookbooks, or how to travel the country for free!

Is anyone listening to my cry of pain?

SPICY SWEET STICKY WINGS

About a week ago, I was waiting for a friend outside of a grocery store, reading a book.  A gentleman drove up in this HUGE white truck, got out quickly, grinned, and asked me to watch it.  Uh...ok. There was another lady near me who shared that he actually owned a car dealership nearby. 

He came back out, proudly started his car while walking, then thanked me for watching it as he jumped into the driver's seat.  I saw him twice more after that, and each time he made the same comment, before starting the car in advance, jumping in and driving off.  In case you're reading this Mr. Truckman - I'm impressed that you can start your car from down the street, I promise! (lol)

On to my super simple recipe:

2 Pounds Chicken Wings
1/2 Cup Marmalade
2 Tablespoons Chili Sauce
1 Tablespoon Chicken Seasoning
Salt & Pepper to Taste

Preheat the oven to 375 degrees

Rinse chicken wings under cold water and pat dry with paper towels.  Season with salt and pepper, then place in an ovenproof baking dish.  Cover with foil and bake for 30-35 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through.

While chicken is baking, combine the marmalade, chili sauce and chicken seasoning in a mixing bowl.  When chicken is fully cooked, turn oven to broil.  Pour the sauce over chicken and make sure they are thoroughly coated.  Broil for 5 minutes, being careful not to burn the sauce.  Serve when ready.

Who Knew!

For the past 20+ years I've been thinking that Gidget was a movie that someone made up back in the 60's. Boy was I wrong! Imagine my surprise when I found out that this Girl Midget actually existed!

How did I find out, you may be wondering? If you guessed by watching Top Chef last night on Bravo, you'd be right. She's alive and well as a General Manager and Partner at a hugely popular fine dining restaurant in Malibu California right on the beach.

She says she told her dad all about her life as a surfer, including hanging out with Moondoggie, (yes, he's real, too) then he wrote about it, and his book was eventually made into a movie.

IN THE KNOW WITH RO: OBSERVATIONS: GUILTY PLEASURES

IN THE KNOW WITH RO: OBSERVATIONS: GUILTY PLEASURES: Do you know how you start channel surfing or pick up a book in the store and before you know it, you're totally hooked? Well, I'm ...

OBSERVATIONS: GUILTY PLEASURES

Do you know how you start channel surfing or pick up a book in the store and before you know it, you're totally hooked?

Well, I'm ashamed to admit it, but I've become totally enraptured with Total Divas on E! and Devious Maids on Lifetime.  I wait all week for Sunday to come so I can watch these shows, then go through withdrawal all over again, as I anticipate the following week.

Of course, my husband thinks I'm totally nuts, but to me, it's no different than him locking down the television for Monday Night Raw on Monday and Smackdown on Friday.  If someone calls in the middle of someone being thrown out of the ring or off of a ladder, he hits that pause button.  When I ask a question, "hold on a minute" I think he may be listening, but once I'm done chatting, he immediately rewinds to see what he's missed.  You think I would have gotten the message after 3 years, huh? (lol)

It's bad enough he has to put up with my obsession of cooking programs, but when he sees me taping my guilty pleasures on Sunday, he shakes his head, and says, "I don't get it", totally not understanding my preoccupation.  I think I have to agree, because I can't figure it out either.  Meanwhile, I'm going to keep watching until I find something else...

Hugs...

IN THE KNOW WITH RO: CONTESTS & SWEEPSTAKES

IN THE KNOW WITH RO: CONTESTS & SWEEPSTAKES: If you'd like to win a trip to the US Open in New York next year, enter at http://www.tennischannel.com/usopensweeps/  by September 9, 2...

IN THE KNOW WITH RO: ROCKIN' RECIPES

IN THE KNOW WITH RO: ROCKIN' RECIPES: CHILI STEAK W/TOMATO & JALAPENO SALAD My husband is one of those "sort of" old fashioned guys that want dinner on the table ...

Street Team with Jennifer Blake

Many years ago, one of the authors I was hooked on was Jennifer Blake. In fact, she had a character named Ransom in one of her books that I was determined to name my son.  Unfortunately, my husband had other ideas and stopped me just short of signing the birth certificate. (lol)

Ms. Blake wrote her first book in the 70's, but I didn't actually catch on to any of her work until the mid 80's.  Her scenery was wonderfully descriptive, and the leading men, handsome, strong and charismatic, seducing me slowly, until I fell madly in love, over and over again.

Back then there was no e-mailing, so when she took the time to write me back with a personal letter answering all my questions, I couldn't wait to tell all my friends that I actually knew a published author!  More importantly, readers clearly meant something to her.  How neat is that?

Anyhoo, in the near future, Ms. Blake is working on a Street Team for her readers and will continue to provide updates in the coming months.  Stay tuned...

Meanwhile, read more about Jennifer Blake on her website at:  http://www.jenniferblake.com/index.cfm


Hugs...