Right here in San Diego County is one of those very popular tourist destinations, Carlsbad Village. The streets of Carlsbad Village are almost always filled with tourists and locals alike who like to visit the local shops. Whether you're looking for a chocolatier, second-hand clothing, one-of-a-kind restaurants or something in between, Carlsbad Village has it all. The one thing … [Read more...] about Friday Fotos – Destination Carlsbad Village
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Review of A Murderous Marriage by Alyssa Maxwell
From the publisher of A Murderous Marriage Since the Great War, some family fortunes have suffered, including those of the Renshaws. Despite being the granddaughter of an earl, Julia Renshaw is under pressure to marry for money---and has settled for Gilbert Townsend, a viscount and a wealthy industrialist. He is decades older than Julia, and it’s clear to her sister … [Read more...] about Review of A Murderous Marriage by Alyssa Maxwell
Behind the story of Picture Not Perfect
D.E. Haggerty is the author of thirteen novels ranging from romantic comedies to cozy mysteries. She’s also a bit of a traveler, having lived in Istanbul, Germany, and The Hague. Picture Not Perfect is the second book in the Not So Reluctant Detective Mystery series. Beginnings of Picture Not PerfectD.E. said she introduced Alfred Schultz in book 1 of the series for some comic … [Read more...] about Behind the story of Picture Not Perfect
Friday Fotos – Seacliff Beach Pier from across the bay at Capitola
When I took this photo of the Seacliff Pier, I didn’t realize what I was looking at. The ship at the end of the pier was built in 1917 when wartime steel shortages caused the US Navy to try building three concrete ships. This one, the Palo Alto, was built in Oakland, but never put into service because the war ended before construction completed.In 1929, the Palo Alto was … [Read more...] about Friday Fotos – Seacliff Beach Pier from across the bay at Capitola
Behind the story of Broken Heart Attack by James J. Cudney
A theme of acceptance in Broken Heart AttackJames believes that, as human beings, no one can or should judge another human being for the choices they make, the things they do, or who they are. He added that the premise comes based on one big assumption. "People should always do the right thing, the positive thing, or the decent thing. Assuming someone’s not hurting … [Read more...] about Behind the story of Broken Heart Attack by James J. Cudney