I’m just going to get right to it. There’s a lot of great things this week.

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A dear friend of mine who READS everything declared she was “sick and tired of World War II books.”

I’m still unable to resist—probably because I grew up begging a steady stream of stories of WWII from family friends and relatives. My favorite: Rody, please tell me again how you escaped from the POW camp!

(Which, btw, is a thrilling story of how a young Rody, dodged being given over to the Russians, got aided by ordinary German citizens, and found his way back to the American lines.)

So clearly I’ve digressed, but this week, I picked up and read The Spies of Shilling Lane by Jennifer Ryan. She also wrote The Chilbury Ladies’ Choir. which according to Amazon I have on my poor, overburdened Kindle.

The Spies of Shilling Lane is more fun and emotional than thrilling and dark danger. Our middle aged heroine, Mrs. Braithwaite, has been drummed out of power in her small village after her husband divorces her, and now an outcast, she goes to London to find her missing daughter. As they say, hjinx ensue.

I thought it sweet and tender at times, as Mrs. Braithwaite, so sure of herself and her standing in the world, comes to see herself with new eyes. We all need a little bit of Mrs. Braithwaite in our life.

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After our sweltering heat wave in Seattle—did I mention it was 108?—we’ve all been looking for new ways to stay cool. Mine? I reached back to my childhood for homemade popsicles. I bought a set of molds, and now when I make smoothies and there is a bit left, I freeze it for another day. Such a treat!

If you have a favorite popsicle recipe

Cerese confessed a love for Summer Sisters by Judy Blume. I have to agree. And a great summer read.

Michelle suggests that if you like historical fictions, try Conn Iggulden’s novels. She likes his War of the Roses books. (Great, an entirely new author with tons of books to read. My Kindle is groaning. That’s not really a complaint, but you knew that, didn’t you?).

And Shaleah sent me a great list of books she loves to reread:

• Beauty by Robin McKinley, a YA retelling of, you guessed it, Beauty and the Beast. (Which by the way, is one of my favorite tropes! How did you know??)
• Devil in Winter by Lisa Kleypas. (I think this was my first Kleypas as well. Oh, so good.)

• Pride & Prejudice by Jane Austen. (Yes. And YES.)
• Anything by Ilona Andrews. (Elizabeth Bennett would add that this is a universal truth that always bears repeating. LOL)

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Last month, we went to Chicago for a family wedding and to spend time with our oldest son who just graduated from college. While there, we made a trek to the Field Museum of Natural History and got to see the wonderful exhibit Becoming Jane, on the formative years of Dr. Jane Goodall.

(Those dinos! Always right there ready to photo bomb a selfie!)

At the end of the exhibit, they ask everyone to take a pledge to do better by our planet by taking one simple step a day, such as taking a walk outside, and avoiding products that harm our environment. So I did.

I pledged to use less single use plastics. It was something I’ve been trying to do for a number of years, but I got serious and ordered a roll of Bee’s Wax Wrap.

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I got the roll so I could cut my own pieces and so far, I love it. It keeps food so much nicer than plastic wrap does. I should have done this years ago. If you have questions about it, Bee’s Wrap has a thorough FAQ that will answer all your questions.

And yes, I did just share a picture from the inside of my fridge. We’ve gotten to that point in the newsletter relationship.

That’s it! See you next week, when I’m probably going to ask your help in deciding what color to paint my office.

Also, the winners from last week’s contest for the autographed copies of Sonali Dev’s books are Jenne of Denton, TX and Jo of Little Rock, AK. Watch for your books—they are in the mail. If you haven’t heard, Sonali’s newest book, Incense and Sensibility is out now.

So I should probably warn you, this week’s list might break your TBR. There you are warned. On the good side there is no violence, bad language

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, or strobe lights in the paragraphs ahead. Just books, some ideas to make your life easier, an awesome salad and a GIVEAWAY.

Have a great 4th of July weekend. And to those of you outside the US

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Let me know if you try it and like it. Or hate it. 😉

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Remember how I asked you about your favorite books to reread and your childhood favorites. I should have known you all would flood my inbox with suggestions and stories of books that you LOVE. Of course you did. We are all readers first.

And Five Things reader extraordinaire, Robin Brock, sent me huge and equally delightful list of “Some of my more recent loves (that definitely deserve a re-read)”. Take a deep breath, then dive in:

ALL of the historical mystery series: Lady Darby  by Anna Lee Huber

ALL of the historical mystery series: Sebastian St. Cyr  by C.S. Harris (warning: there are 16 books in this series. Oh

ALL of the historical mystery series: Verity Kent by Anna Lee Huber. I can see Anna and I are going to become good friends.

ALL of the historical mystery series: Amory Ames by Ashley Weaver.

ALL of the urban fantasy series: Kate Daniels by Ilona Andrews and Mercy Thompson by Patricia Briggs. Full disclosure: I love Ilona Andrews–both the books and the couple (Ilona and Gordon) who write them. And double bonus: Ilona knits, so she is uber cool.

ALL of the historical mystery series: Lady Sherlock by Sherry Thomas. If you are a regular Five Things reader, you already know I love Sherry’s take on Sherlock Holmes. And Sherry. She’s a delight.

ALL of the historical mystery series: Veronica Speedwell by Deanna Raybourn. Once again, ditto. And I just realized I haven’t read the latest. Excuse me, I need to go order a book….

ALL of the historical mystery series: Wrexford & Sloane by Andrea Penrose. I actually have the first one on my TBR, because Regency AND Mystery. That’s like peanut butter and jam. Murder on Black Swan Lane is now moved up the queue.

Goodness

, Robin, when do you sleep? And this isn’t even half of what she sent me. I’ll share the other half once you have a chance to get these all read. Would next week be okay? LOL!

As it is, I’ll keep sharing the lists of books you all sent in over the next few months. Yes, months.

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We need a break from reading and something nummy to eat, right? Well, if you were in Seattle over the past week or so, there was no cooking being done. It was all about salads and cold foods. When you don’t have AC, the last thing you want to do on the third day of 100+ heat is turn on your oven. (Or your dishwasher or the dryer . . . )

So how about this:

Strawberry Spinach Salad. Which I ate every day. I’ve fed this to friends

, my mom, the boys. It is that delish. I think the candied pecans are the secret weapon. But it is just so good. It is now in the rotation and should not be missed.

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During the hot spell here in Seattle, I decamped to the basement, where it was only 85 degrees and binge watched, Shadow and Bone. I have not read the books, so I have to imagine I might have gotten more from the show if I had read them, or probably (as is usually the case) been annoyed at what was different or wrong. Do you do that?

Then again, I kept rooting for the Darkling, so clearly my priorities were a little skewed. But he is rather hunky. And he could be a hero. He could be, with the right heroine.

Near hero/evil villain aside, I enjoyed it–once I got the hang of all the story lines and the fast moving plot and all the characters–and look forward to Season Two on Netflix.

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Recently I was in Chicago for a family wedding and got a chance to catch up with my dear friend, Sonali Dev. Her bright smile and thoughtful ways always make my day. And after all this time apart from friends, having coffee together was such a joy. (Thank you, everyone who brought us vaccinations)

And so I wanted to bring that joy back to share with all of you. I had ordered from my favorite local indie, Three Tree Books, copies of her first two Jane Austenesque stories, Pride, Prejudice and Other Flavors and Recipe for Persuasion, and asked Sonali to autograph them.

And now here is where you come in. If you want a chance win one of these autographed set of these books, send me your mailing address to contest@elizabethboyle.com. I’ll pull two names from the hat next Thursday.

And since we’ve been talking a lot about series today, (did you READ Two?) the third book in Sonali’s series, Incense and Sensibility will be out on July 6th. I’m clearly out to break your TBR this week.

(Me on a very hot day in June in Chicago. I won’t even show you what I looked like when it got to 108 here in Seattle.)

Anyone else seeing light at the end of the tunnel that has been the past year +? Yeah, me too. A huge shout out to everyone volunteering and who have dedicated their time and talents to getting shots in arms. Look out world

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I know we all aren’t there yet, so in the meantime:

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I’m going to start this off with something you have to see to believe. A Lego Typewriter. I kid you not. I don’t want to even know what it would be like to step on one with bare feet. (All moms with kids will get this.)

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There is hope . . . Thred Up. It is a great place to find familiar favorites and give them a new home as well as a fabulous way to move clothes you may no longer want off to a new life. It is a monster of a tag sale.

Recently, I bought t-shirts and a lovely dress for the summer from them. So thank you whoever recycled these pieces! And in return, I sent Thred UP a big box of clothes and handbags that were just wasting space in my closet.

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A few years back I read the Rebel of the Sands series by Alwyn Hamilton.

I thought it was great fun and so when I spotted Tasha Suri’s Empire of Sand I was hopeful it would have similiar roots. And yes, I am happy to report, I loved it. If you are looking for a YA that is a bit different and a great adventure, give this book a try.

I already have the second book, Realm of Ash, queued up and ready to read.

There is it is. This week’s Five Things. Remember to send me your childhood favorites. Next week, I’ll start sharing the reread list I’ve been compiling from your suggestions. Believe me, this is going to take more than one Friday….

First off, I would like to say a huge Happy Birthday to my mother. She turns 85 today. And I love her fiercely. She is my rock, my champion, and my strength.

I could go on and on about her, but I’ve got a great list today and we have a lot to cover. So…

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I got one of those emails the other day—an author you’ve read has a new book up for preorder. I sort of glanced at it, but then I saw who.
Susanna Kearsley. I had that button clicked in nothing flat.

You all know I love her books, (The Winter Sea, A Desperate Fortune, sigh)and come this fall, when The Vanished Days appears on my doorstep, future me is going to send a warm hug back to past me for being so thoughtful. You’ll thank me as well.

Really, this is a book you don’t want to miss. Then again, you could say that about any of her books. (The Firebird . . . )

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So I asked you what movies and shows you loved and boy did you fill my inbox. So wonderful. And now I have to share.

I think I know what we are all going to do this weekend….

Hint: make a BIG bowl of popcorn.
Last Holiday. Because what could you do if you were fearless?
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A Night at the Opera- funniest movie ever made.
Love, Actually Because I love clever plots and romance
Pride and Prejudice (Ehle/Firth version) – do I really need a reason?
When Harry Met Sally. Can never get enough of that one for laughs and love.
Bridgerton
Emma
Jane Eyre
Death Comes to Pemberly
Pride and Prejudice
Sense and Sensibility
The Inheritance
Northhanger Abby
Making of A Lady
Love and Friendship
Beauty and the Beast
Mansfield Park
Last of the Mohicans
Dances with Wolves
Rob Roy
Brave Heart
The Dark Crystal
Dune (movie)
Merlin (tv show)
The Sound of Music

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This past weekend was my 28th wedding anniversary. I know one is suppose to get all worked up over the “big ones”, but we both felt this one was a milestone for some odd, inexplicable reason.

We had a romantic weekend moving gravel and weeding. Because that is how we roll.

We’ve had our ups and downs, but stuck with each other and if there is one thing we always know for certain, we have each other’s back. If you’ve never the read the story of what he did to make sure my first book got published, go read My Favorite Hero. I’ll wait here.

See, told you. Through thick and thin.

I still like kissing him…

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Every year I tell everyone who has aspirations to be a writer, go to the Surrey International Writer’s Conference which happens every October.

Once again it will be virtual and while I realize everyone has Zoom Fatigue—I know I do—if in the future, getting to British Columbia for a four day conference feels like an impossibility, go this year virtually.

The speakers and Master classes are out of this world. And it is the friendliest place you will ever find for writers no matter your skill set or interests.

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You’ll find all the conference information and registration here.

Have a great weekend. Hopefully you have some sunshine, a chance to sleep in, and a good book.

Elizabeth

Wow! Fridays come so fast. At least this week it did. What are you up to this weekend? Or better yet, what are you reading? More on that below in this week’s Five Things:

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Do you rewatch movies, like over and over? I found myself watching Captain Marvel again this week, and not long after I put it on, suddenly the entire household had gathered and we curled up and watched it.

I can’t even count how many times we’ve done this.

Why this one? I like the theme of self discovery and the power within that others can keep locked away—if you let them.

It got me thinking about the movies/tv series I turn to when I just need to be in the familiar, hear a message that resonates and I guess I am not alone in this. So I want to know, what are your favorite movies to watch over and over?

Two

My agent asked me to find “comps” for the book that I’m finishing up. Comps are books that have the same feel, audience, or would be shelved in the same spot. Sigh, I have to go find more books.

Note: that was sarcastic, as if you didn’t know. I love finding new books.

But my search led me to NoveList – a database that is like speed dating for finding books. I accessed this through my public library since it is subscription based.

Having this sort of access makes my public library the unsung hero of finding all the things. Just dig around your library’s website or ask a librarian if they have NoveList.

What book did I find? Jojo Moyes

, The Giver of Stars.

Now I have to read it, which is one of the hardships of being a writer. Again with the sarcasm. LOL.

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Speaking of treats, when I was a kid, the lunch ladies would make these Chocolate and Peanut Butter No Bake Cookies and I thought they were heavenly. I have to admit

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Besides being super easy, they are a quick and easy treat. Also, when you make them at home, they come with no lunchroom drama of having to find a spot in a crowded cafeteria full of mean girls. 😉

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So last week I had this handy diagram for writing book reviews—which a number of you do already and some of you wrote me and said you were going to give it a try—hurrah!!

Anne J wrote me and said she’s been writing reviews for a while and loves to share the books she reads. She has found that writing less is actually more—just let people know what they might like about a book you loved.

Here is her review of At the Pleasure of the Marquess by Sofie Darling.

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My garden is coming alive (as are the weeds

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, but that is another story) and as always, what comes in first? The Rhubarb! Which I love.

Which I also share with everyone because I have a big patch, but my favorite is making Strawberry Rhubarb Crisp—which I made last weekend for a get together with friends. This recipe is quick, easy, and delish.

I even caught my bestie putting the last serving in her fridge for her Sunday breakfast. And since she is my BFF, I didn’t blame her in the least for sneaking it.

I will add, I never peel my rhubarb, but that’s up to you. Though sometimes it just peels itself. LOL.

BTW, can I say, having a bunch of fully vaccinated friends is the best thing ever. I had nearly forgotten how wonderful it is to gather, share good food, and just laugh. Get vaccinated so you can spread the joy and not Covid.

Have a great weekend and feel free to send this post along to friends and family. After all, sharing is what we do here. And if you haven’t yet, sign up for my newsletter at the top right hand side of the page–that way you will never miss a Five Things For Friday.

One of the rituals of spring is the return of the house sparrows next door. These little winged cuties have found a particular spot in a crevice in the neighbor’s roof and it’s there they make their annual nest.

The babies have hatched and this morning I watched Mama Sparrow shove them out of their third story home. It’s sort of horrifying at first. Out comes this little ball of fluff and they plummet toward the ground

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I love what she says–that a review can be a few lines, and even just a helpful comparison to another book, or what you enjoyed specifically. So, if you are up to the task, take the last book you adored–or an old favorite– and share it somewhere online. And if you do, send me a snapshot and I’ll share some of your reviews next week.

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How do you find new books to read? My all time favorite spot has been the Choice Reads shelf at my local library. It was always right there as you walked in and filled with new books from all the genres. I’ve found tons of new to me authors there. But with covid and my branch library closed to inside patrons, I’ve had to find new book haunts.

Some of my favorites: authors and librarians on Twitter. The book I am currently reading (down below) is from Mary Robinette Kowall’s recommendation on Twitter.

The wonderful book bloggers on Instagram are another source, (@Pinkcowlreads comes to mind) and the various Bookbub newsletters. Did you know, when you follow an author on Bookbub, you not only receive notices about their next book, but also emails when they recommend novels.

Where do you find great book recommendations?

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Fascinating book report: I present, The Heiress, The Revelations of Miss Anne deBourgh by Molly Greeley. This book is an alternative history for poor, misunderstood, Anne de Bourgh. You remember her from Pride & Predjudice–the daughter of Lady Catherine and the heiress of Rosings Park. I know I like a book when I catch myself stealing time to keep reading it. And now I am rooting for Anne.

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Sometimes I just want to make a quick stir fry and be done with the matter. But then comes the question: How to sauce it. I have a few quick concoctions but none of them are quite as good as this one that I recently found: Chinese Garlic Sauce.

The family sat up and took notice. The glorious part about it? Once you have it on hand

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Be ready for adulation and high praise.

Photo credit: SauceFanatic.com (Check out this site if you are looking for other sauces—it is a veritable saucy treasure trove!)

Hope you find your wings this weekend. Or at the very least, a great book to read and review.

Yikes! My weeks are getting away from me again. I am working really hard to finish my next book and the days are spinning past me. I look up and it’s Saturday and I’ve forgotten everything else. But this week I made sure to get it into my schedule: Five Things.

And here they are:

One

As the weather warms here in Seattle (we actually had a very dry and warm April) it is time to fill pots with annuals and I am all in. I have more pots than a woman should be allowed and I fill them every year.
And right now, while the plants are all little, I have to hold onto that gardener’s hope that very soon they will be overflowing with colorful blossoms.

But then again, all I have to do is look around my garden where the lilacs and calla lilies are all madly blooming and know that very soon it will be their turn.

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It is perfect if you are still social distancing and can be sent in a flash. For mom, grandmother, aunt or even yourself.

P.S. If you are a Kindle Unlimited reader, you will find it there for your enjoyment.

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It is also the beginning of graduation season, and I am thrilled that my oldest is graduating from Loyola University Chicago.

If it wasn’t for the pandemic, we would be traveling there for the ceremony, gathering with family and watching him pick up that hard earned diploma. But it is all virtual and so . . . we are home and making the best of it.

So here’s to all the kids and adults who have worked hard and have to make do with a virtual event—your dedication and perseverance in these trying times are a testament to your desire to see our world be a better place. Congratulations!!

Note: Nick hugging a very indifferent Pi. But he keeps trying!

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And because we live in such an upside down place right now, I give you the Chicken Chase, if only to remind you that sometimes you are the dog and sometimes you are the chicken.
Watch the lower one–it has the perfect music.

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And finally, this wonderful Scallion-Ginger Beef & Broccoli because it has moved into the steady rotation of favorites around here. We love it and I think your family will as well.

Photo credit: Eating Well Magazine

That’s all for now. Have a great weekend. And to all the moms, who have been putting in double and triple duty over the past year, hugs and all the love to you. I hope you get to put your feet up and be spoiled.

Elizabeth

P.S. If you can get your vaccine, go for it. And if you can’t, mask up. We aren’t through this yet. But together we will be very soon.

Okay, technically you are getting Seven Things for the price of Five. Which still means: Free. But consider this week a bargain.

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This past week I devoured Code Name: Helene by Ariel Lawhon. Clearly I am on a huge WWII reading streak, but I just keep finding them and am loving them.

This book is unique in that it is based on a real life heroine who risked everything helping to fight the Nazis.

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With that said, this salad is A LOT OF WORK. So don’t read any further if you want to have dinner on the table in 20 minutes.

Not. Going. To. Happen.

But if you have plenty of time and want to WOW the household. Or just yourself. This is the salad to go all out on. Now you can cheat and use pre-made chicken tenders

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I can hear you from here in Seattle. What?? She wants me to get excited about a weird ice cube tray. Au contraire, my friends. I want you to go nuts over this. I am.

I found one of these in the grocery aisle, on one those hanger things they distract you with. And I found this one on Amazon, but I don’t use it for drinks or ice cubes. I have a much better use.

I put everything other than water in it. Leftover sauce. Gravy. That half a can of chicken broth. Or bit of tomato sauce. For lemons that need to juiced asap.

All of it can get frozen into these wonderful cubes which are exactly a 1/4 of a cup. So perfect for adding when you less than a whole can of something or

, like here, leftover red pepper romesco sauce, which I can pull out of the freezer, thaw it in the microwave and then add it to grilled chicken breasts and they think I’ve pulled out all the stops.

Best kitchen saver/hack anywhere. You are welcome.

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I’ve been in a weird mood lately. Indulge me. I have been binging through several shows and there really is no common thread here, but perhaps something for every mood? Welcome to your weekend deep dive into the sofa, and clearly, my neurosis.

Yellowstone
Warning: This show is VERY violent. And I am hesitant to recommend it because of that. So please, consider yourself warned.

Further, if you want a really depressing, power struggle with A LOT of ruthlessly dysfunctional people—and I mean A LOT—you have found your show. That said, I am also hooked. Then again, I love Montana for its big sky and wide spaces and gorgeous vistas. And the scenery in this show just makes me sigh. And Kevin Costner.

But, yeah, some really disturbing violence.

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I am not going to lie. This show is ridiculous. You’ll watch it and think I’ve lost my mind.

And when you get to the scene in the middle, and YOU’LL KNOW IT when you get there, you’ll look over at your sofa mate and they’ll think you’ve lost your mind for suggesting it. But sometimes you need to laugh a bit and just shake your head. And don’t we need a story about that one goofy friend who makes our lives memorable?

The butter scene did crack me up. Just saying.

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I just had to go back. I needed the wisdom of Carson and Old Lady Grantham, and to watch Mary and Edith and want to wring both their necks.

And well, the entire world of elegant dinner parties. All those dresses. And that amazing house.

So dare to go back. Settle in, wear a tiara, and drink some tea. The place and all the feelings are right there where you left them.

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Sorry if I am repeating what everyone seems to be forwarding this week, but I just LOVE Prancer. What a little mutt—and just a basket of need and fury. If you haven’t read about the latest viral adorable, then start here.

Click on the photo for the story from the Today show. I hope Prancer finds the perfect forever home.

Just in time for the weekend–Five Things. Enjoy!

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Can I share my vaccine joy? My parents are vaccinated now, and I am as well, so in the last week, I had my first visit in 13 months into my mom’s apartment. She and I nearly wept as we got to do that simple ordinary thing of having a cup of coffee and catching up.

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It was one of those odd ball Spring days in the Pacfic Northwest when the weather pretends to be summer and we decided to go to the Coast from his home in Roseburg. I’ve looked back on this photo so many times over the last year and thought of that perfect day with my dad and my sons. Do you have a picture that has carried you through?

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A while back

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Since then I have been making this out of my own cupboard: Taco Seasoning

I use it in all kinds of things–stuffed green peppers, fish, chicken, anything that needs a little kick and of course, tacos. Happy mixing.

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I’m usually happily a homebody

, but lately I’ve been getting that travel bug like most of us are—to go somewhere new. So I’ve started a travel bucket list and one of the top spots? Crater of Diamonds State Park in Arkansas.

I love looking for things, and finding a diamond? Wow! Actually I found a diamond ring once on the beach! I also found the owner as well and got a big reward which was huge for a ten year old. Clearly I have diamond hunting in my blood.

Has anyone been there? And what is on your list?

Happy armchair travels! Looking forward to the day when we can all meet up at events again.

Welcome to Friday, and Good Friday as well

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, if you celebrate Easter. Have a blessed weekend and may all your eggs be chocolate.

In the meantime, here a Five Things to start off your weekend with a smile and a bit of joy.

One

Have you seen these Miniature Book Nooks? I had no idea they were a thing until Susanna Kearsley starting making one and asked me order a painting for her because the maker would not ship to Canada.

Imagine me listening to her, “yes, yes, you want me to order a tiny painting for your character’s study which you are making in miniature. Sure no problem.” Then imagine me explaining to my husband when the package arrives. “Yes

, yes, this really is a THING. She didn’t prank me.” LOL.

I’ve added the paperclip so you could see how tiny the painting is. Has anyone else made one of these? If so, send me a picture I can share with everyone.

Two

If you haven’t met Casper the talking dog and his Dad

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Do enjoy this compilation of Dad and Caspy, which are delightful and will make you smile. It begins with one of my favorites, Smoosh Face.

Three

I am actually not a huge cheesecake fan, but the family likes it, so every so often I stock up on cream cheese and make this Classic Cheesecake.

My all important tip to making a cheesecake is to get one of those plastic turkey roasting bags (the sort of thing I wouldn’t be caught dead using with a turkey) however when you snug it around a springform pan to make a waterproof seal, your crust won’t get accidentally soaked in the water bath. Then your cheesecake will be better than perfect.

And my oldest’s tip is to cover it in chocolate sauce and eat it for breakfast. No judgments here.

Four

Speaking of miniatures, I recently read this article about portrait miniatures from the Regency/Georgian era. I always consider these great finds when I spot them in museums and antique shops. When I was writing The Knave of Hearts

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, I had this one pinned to my Inspiration page.

Five

Being laid up for eight weeks, I got a lot of reading done. (And knitting and binging on Netflix….) so I was very excited to have a new Martha Hall Kelly book arrive the other day.

I’d ordered it months ago and it just arrived on the doorstep like an Easter basket. Almost better than chocolate. Almost…

But I’ve loved the other two books in this series, Lilac Girls and Lost Roses, so I am looking forward to the stories continuing in Sunflower Sisters.

Have a lovely Easter weekend and see you next week with Five More Things.