... think of a title for a blog post. It happens especially on a Sunday morning. 🙂 Last night we had old friends over for a meal and it was a fabulous night. My tiramisu was the 'best yet' by all accounts. I modified the recipe slightly and the modification is now going to be … Continue reading That thing when I can’t …
Thriller
Devil Gate Drive
In case anyone doesn't know the blog title, Devil Gate Drive is a Suzi Quatro song from the 70s. 1974 in fact. Moving right along.After a discussion with Doris yesterday regarding 'Life in the Leaves' (or whatever I eventually call the story) ... turns out she likes fantasy even though she repeatedly asked me to … Continue reading Devil Gate Drive
Coming to you from Mahau Sound.
I might have to shout as the internet isn't the happiest over here ... it's still copper wire. I'll probably need to shout.How is everyone? How was your New Year? Yes, I am interested. Go ahead and tell me. My current view is stunning and very familiar. It's the same view, always. I very much … Continue reading Coming to you from Mahau Sound.
Happy New Year: Here’s 2023
Kia Ora,Hope you all had a fab New Year's Eve and are ready for 2023.We had a lovely night involving sangria and champagne. Now it's 2023 and on we go. Not quite sure what we're going on with but no doubt that will become apparent at some point. Oddly, I don't have much to report. … Continue reading Happy New Year: Here’s 2023
Meri Kirihimete
This is probably my last blog post for the year (unless I find time to sneak one in on Christmas Day). I wish you and yours a happy and safe holiday season. It's been wonderful connecting with you. Last minute gift idea for the budding crime writer in your life ... In Feb 2023 an … Continue reading Meri Kirihimete
So that happened …
Howdy,December is in full swing. I am having trouble typing because my nails are long. I've been avoiding typing on anything including my phone - just ends up with a lot of backspacing and who wants to be doing that? These nails were supposed to last a day. Well, it's been five days. Anywho, yesterday … Continue reading So that happened …
Flowers on the wall …
Next weekend is my birthday party. I am currently putting a playlist together. It's six hours long and getting longer. 🙂 In other news: I am on holiday soon! YAY. In fact, my last day is Tuesday the 6th. I will be spending lots of time with my family, getting some dental work done, getting … Continue reading Flowers on the wall …
Destination Anywhere:
You get points if you know the album and bonus points if you've seen the movie. 🙂 Yes, it's Jon Bon Jovi. I've loved this album since it was released. I don't know how many times I've seen the movie ... I own the DVD. I love it. Anywho, it felt like a good album … Continue reading Destination Anywhere:
It’s a crazy world out there …
Do you know what? Well, do ya?Do you know?Didn't think so ... shall I tell you? ...All right you twisted my arm. I missed the Secret Santa NZ sign-up. Second year in a row. Gutted. But then, the elves sorted it because in New Zealand we have fucking awesome elves. And it's on. We're all … Continue reading It’s a crazy world out there …
Tick or tock?
With Twitter going down the gurgler under Elon's control (or is it? I can't say I've noticed a change at all) ... authors and other people (because there are other people in the world - imagine?) are looking for other platforms. I've already mentioned I'm on Mastadon - I like it. NZ Mastadon is a … Continue reading Tick or tock?
Cat Connor 