Category Archives: Slightly Off Topic

Fini!

Posted on June 7, 2011 by Julia Barrett

And now to the edits! I’m excited to get on with it…and feeling much calmer tonight. We were up most of the night last night. My parents’ anniversary was Sunday, last night my father ended up in the ER and … Continue reading →

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?Customer Service? So you say…

Posted on June 6, 2011 by Julia Barrett

Here’s the deal. Out here in Cali, the grasses turn a lovely gold color in the late spring, and they remain gold until the rains start in the late fall. Usually by January, the hills look like the Emerald Isles. … Continue reading →

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I got quoted…wowza!

Posted on June 5, 2011 by Julia Barrett

Author Amarinda Jones quoted me! Me! Can’t believe it! Amarinda is multi-published. She’s well-known, outspoken - never minces words or pulls punches, and writes some major hot romance. She’s been around longer than me, but she was the very first … Continue reading →

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It’s the little things.

Posted on June 4, 2011 by Julia Barrett

My sister and I agree upon the following - a sense of humor is essential. I happen to think a strong sense of survival, or self-preservation, is also essential. Some of you know how much I love Daniel Craig. He … Continue reading →

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Mignardise swag…mouthwatering!

Posted on June 4, 2011 by Julia Barrett

From Mignardise, Chewy Gooey Crispy Crunchy, by Alice Medrich - it’s a gorgeous book! And this totally cool apron. Seriously, follow Karen’s food site. I love her recipes. Her most recent for asiago salsa or parmesan salsa was fantastic! Site’s … Continue reading →

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