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3 tips to survive the latest Social Security scam
Dear Citizen — unless you’ve been living off the grid, you’ve heard this phrase. The people behind it want you to believe they can cut off your social security benefits…or…
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Auckland Sky Tower in black-and-white
The Auckland Sky Tower was only two blocks from our hotel. Our visit occured right after the Christchurch shootings, during which time the tower was kept dark at night. The…
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Food & Fun

Shiitake mushroom and broccoli risotto

This risotto can be used as a main dish for a light meal with a little fruit on the side.

Usually, Friday night is shiitake mushroom night in our house. For some time now, I'd been wanting to try my hand at a risotto. I came across a risotto recipe that included shiitake mushrooms. The original recipe did not include broccoli, but did include ingredients that we (on our gluten and soy free diets) could not have. This recipe is gluten-free, soy-free, and low in sodium (if you don't add salt!)
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Writing News

Not much happened in September. I’ve been working away on a new series that I’m hoping to publish traditionally. I’ll be starting to query agents soon, so wish me luck! At least the book is complete so I can get back to the next Seaside Cove Mystery, which is tentatively titled, Secrets of the Treasure King.

Booklovers Bench Monthly Contest

My old friends at Booklovers Bench have launched their October contest, which ends October 18. Enter today to win a book from their prize vault. Click here to enter.

Great Escapes Blog Tour Giveaways!

Over at Great Escapes, Dollycas has a giveaway going through October 14 for Traci Andrighetti’s Galliano gold. Click here to enter.

And for you Laura Childs fans, don’t miss the chance to win one of two copies of Mumbo Gumbo Murder. The book was co-authored by Terrie Farley Moran and the contest runs through October 15. Click here to enter.
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