5 STARS for The Convict and the Rose Author: Jan Sikes First Published: June 2014 Genre: Biographical Fiction SubGenre: Romantic Elements Setting: Texas, prison Heroine: Darlina Flowers Hero: Luke Stone Major Theme: An Exquisite Tribute to True Love Despite separation and punitive realities, love, patience, self-examination, and artistic creativity nurture self-growth and a rewarding inner… Continue reading Book Review: The Convict and the Rose
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Vintage Friday: First Date by Flossie Benton Rogers
The world has lost Rod McKuen, and the loss sure hits home. What a talent in that man. His song Jean is one of my favorites, and out of the blue it plays in my head every now and then. It evokes the gut wrenching pain and lyrical nostalgia that accompanies missing my beloved… Continue reading Vintage Friday: First Date by Flossie Benton Rogers
Vintage Friday: Be My Valentine
My love Ronnie always remembered Valentine’s Day, birthdays, and anniversaries– and worked to make them special for us. One of my favorite experiences with his determination, as well as his sneaky sense of fun and humor, occurred in 2009. That year I received two audible valentine cards, each one with Ronnie’s voice giving me clues… Continue reading Vintage Friday: Be My Valentine