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Grab a Coke and a Smile

May 6, 2012 By 3 Comments

 

If you’ve ever wondered what my opinion is in the great Coke/Pepsi debate wonder no more. I am a Coke drinker…Hands down. The flavor is wonderful and if when chilled it’s amazing!

Here’s my take on the great Coke/Pepsi debate.

Pepsi is sweeter and not as strong. It’s super bubbly and goes flat faster and will do in a pinch. For example. Coke changed it’s formula in the 1980’s and the stuff was undrinkable. Thirsty cola drinkers had to find an alternative and Pepsi was the only suitable choice.

Coke is stronger, not as sweet and has a hint of citrus. Ever since that snafu, (Coke, I forgive you the momentarily lapse of judgment) The company returned to its classic formula. Hence the name Coca-Cola Classic.

 

Just a brief history of the favored drink. Coca-Cola was invented by Atlanta pharmacist, John Pemberton. He walked a few doors to Jacobs’ Pharmacy, where they added carbonated water and eventually sold for five cents a glass.

That sexy white script on the front of every bottle, that’s courtesy of Pemberton’s bookkeeper Frank Robinson.

Also the original formula contained trace amounts of cocaine. Yeah they were purists back then. As much as 1/400 of a grain of coke per ounce of syrup back then. But keep in mind Coca-Cola was used as medicine and when it became known that there were health risks involved with coke, the company worked diligently to remove it.
Coke didn’t become completely cocaine free until 1929. (Awwww) Caffeine was then used to give the drink its kick.

 

So the ultimate way to enjoy Coca-Cola, chill in the freezer for two to three hours. You wanna catch the soda, just before it slushes over usually about two hours. Grab your favorite junk food snack, in my case plain Lays potato chips and a bag of peanut M & M’s and get your smile on.

When I go to Atlanta this summer. I’m touring the museum. Hey can you name any of the slogans Coke has used over the years or even some of your favorite ads. Be sure to share for a chance to win.

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Beware! Teen Driver

February 17, 2012 By 3 Comments

Yep, it’s that time of year again. Teen drivers. The first kid, no problem. I gave him all the book stuff probably from the time he was 12 or 13. I tried to do the same thing with kid #2, well…let’s just saY there’s a learning curve. My 14 y/o is one of those meticulous kids. Things have to be a certain way and I’m cool with that, but driving ya have to be a little flexible. Let me see if I can remember one of the questions he asked me. oh yeah

The guide signs on the side of the road give directions to  A) lodging B)gas stations C)rest areas D)the nearest hospital.

I know it’s been 20 years since I took driver’s ed in school, but since when did they start calling them guide signs?

Here’s another question: If there is no posted speed limit, what is the maximum speed you can drive through a residential area?

Questions I can answer, I can even sit in the car and offer pointers. Since I don’t drive child #2 will also become my designated driver. As we prepare for this momentous occasion, my husband is taking the child on the road today. If you live in my area, you’ve been warned…

Until next time, Indulge Your Inner Romantic

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Roses are Red

February 13, 2012 By Leave a Comment

We’ve been celebrating Valentine’s Day all weekend. We exchanged gifts on Saturday. My hubby gave me the prettiest pink roses, Sunday we went on a Murder/Mystery Dinner Train, which I adore. Have you ever been to one of these. A Murder/Mystery doesn’t have to be on a train, it can occur on a boat or at a birthday party or even a fundraiser.

It’s amazing how the actors never broke character, even with some of the comments from the audience. Let’s see, last’s night fun was who killed Howie Cheatum, the much despised owner of the Cheatum Academy for Wayward Girls. The school prepared its alum for life on the streets. Everything from Chemistry and Math for users…to Hot Ice Arts & Crafts. Ah yes, such fun and of course there were plenty of suspects, Angel from the Deathino Crime Family, he stole her patent, the disgruntled ex-wife who gave Howie “the best years of her thighs,” Coach Pat a cross dressing bank robber, and Sunny Deposition, who just wanted to get into lawyer school.

So now it’s baCk to reality and work. Thankfully that wall I hit for both WIPs was knocked down. I guess I just needed to get out the house for a bit of fun.

Happy Valentine’s Day

Until next time, Indulge Your Inner Romantic

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If it’s too loud, you’re too old!

February 4, 2012 By 2 Comments

Hello there ladies and gentlemen. Are you ready to rock? Are you ready or not? As Cheap Trick would say. Yes, I am channeling my inner rockstar today. :-) Nickelback has a new album out and as much as I’d love to go to one of their concerts again, I don’t think it’s going to happen this year.

Have you ever been to rock concert? OMG I had so much fun. I took my then 15 year old son to see Nickleback in Cincinnati, then went to go see All-American Rejects when they played somewhere here in MI. I never understood the term deafening roar until I was sitting oh 4 rows from the stage at AAR. The roaDies are doing the change over for the main attraction and as, I think Stars and Stripes, was coming to an end the crowd began to cheer and gradually built into a roar that vibrated through my chest and I literally couldn’t hear anything else. So cool.

I’m hoping I’ll see another concert. I have a budding rockstar of my own and I’ve promised to take him to a concert. You can check out his band here. Life isn’t all about music. I’m also chatting later at Romance Lives Forever to promote my new release Decadent Seconds. You can see the trailer here.

Have a great day and Happy Birthday Whispers!

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Dashing Through The Mud?

December 17, 2011 By 8 Comments

What happened to the snow? I live in Michigan. Yep the State shaped like a mitten, the birthplace of celebs like Tim Allen, Eminem and Madonna. I think we still have a couple of automakers here. We grow things like corn, soybeans, cherries, sugar and potatoes. Have a bridge called the ‘Big Mack” and some of the most beautiful scenery in the fall, but no snow.

WHAT!!!!!

With eight days until Christmas I hope Santa has his galoshes and a couple of burlap sacks. I’d hate for him to get stuck in the mud and fall in the ditch. There’s poison ivy and oak out there.

Just to keep the holiday mood here, I found a little something for the tree. If I’m really naughty do you think Santa will come?

Oh well, it was worth a shot. I guess I should go unwrap the gift under the tree, hmm?

Until next time, Indulge Your Inner Romantic

When I’m being naughty I can be found

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Bah Humbug and Chocolate

December 9, 2011 By 15 Comments

Bah to the Humbug. Yeah I said it. Am I in the Christmas mood. I suppose. Do I like Christmas? It’s one of my favorite holidays. So why the bah humbug? *Shrugs and grins* Because it got your attention.

So while I have a moment between WIPs, and a brief reprieve from the voices in my head, I’d thought I’d drop by with a hot recipe and a yummy guy or two. Or was it yummy recipe and a hot guy or two? Either way works for me.

Hot Chocolate

1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder

3/4 cup white sugar

1 pinch salt

1/3 cup boiling water

3 1/2 cups milk

3/4 teaspoon vanilla extract

1/2 cup half-and-half cream

Directions

Combine the cocoa, sugar and pinch of salt in a saucepan. Blend in the boiling water. Bring this mixture to an easy boil while you stir. Simmer and stir for about 2 minutes. Watch that it doesn’t scorch. Stir in 3 1/2 cups of milk and heat until very hot, but do not boil! Remove from heat and add vanilla. Divide between 4 mugs. Add the cream to the mugs of cocoa to cool it to drinking temperature.


 Hmmm, Nothing like a little hot chocolate to lighten the mood.

Until next time, Indulge Your Inner Romantic

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Did You Make It?

November 30, 2011 By Leave a Comment

It’s been a grueling 30 days of NaNoWriMo and many times I didn’t think I would make. There were plenty of obstacles in my way. Uncooperative characters, a plot that wouldn’t gel. At one point my Muse was stalking me. I swear I was nice to her and her friends, even gave them chocolate and inspiring music. Oh yeah and there was plenty of deadlines I needed to meet and guest blogs, Twitter chats and Thanksgiving.

I had plenty of reasons to quit, but I couldn’t I had to go on. Too many people were cheering me on. I couldn’t let them down. So if you haven’t won NaNo. there’s still time. Midnight is the deadline. And if you just can’t do it, there’s always next year.

In the meantime check out the Name My Chef Contest at either my Blog or Website. And then on Dec. 3, (this saturday) I get to take over the Whispers Facebook Page in the quest for World Domination..um For the Most LIKES. Yeah that’s it The Most LIKES.

And don’t forget to check out the Coffee & Cream Christmas Event right here on the Whispers Blog Beginning Dec. 1.

Until next time Indulge Your Inner Romantic.

When I’m not trying to take over the world I can be found;

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My Brain is Mush

November 18, 2011 By Leave a Comment

Yes, most days I feel my brain oozing from my ears and the accompanying odor of something burning. Yeah I’ve been thinking that hard. My Muse is steadily pushing forward and I”m begging for a break. Didn’t the Muse get the memo, Thanksgiving is coming.

Okay. I know I’m behind in my word count for NaNoWriMo, but I have a good reason. I’ve had edits on two manuscripts and sold another. So with eleven days left to make 50K one would think I should give up. To that I say.

Bah!

Even though the story I’m writing needs some serious help, I’m writing and when I go back and really read it, it may not be as bad as I fear. Still I’m determined to see NaNoWriMo to the end.

Now I’m going back to my hidey-hole before my Muse comes looking for me. Shhh. Don’t tell her I was here.

When I’m not hiding from my Muse, I can be found

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Guilty Pleasure

November 10, 2011 By Leave a Comment

We all have them. Mine happens to be Gene Simmons’ Family Jewels.
Yes, I’ve been a huge Kiss fan from the time I was a little girl. So to get an inside look into the life and family of such an iconic rock star is pretty cool.
This is the one show I think would make a great romance novel. I think I’ve said that once before in a post on my blog, but look at the show. Examine the people. The Heroine-Shannon Tweed. She has strength, beauty, wealth. Fatal Flaw-Insecure, De-values self.
The Hero-Gene Simmons. Arrogant, wealthy, a provider. Fatal Flaw-Selfish and a womanizer.
Keep in mind this is my opinion of what is projected on TV.
If you’ve been keeping up you know the relationship reached critical mass and Shannon walked out. To make a long story short, Gene sought counseling, proposed to Shannon and now they’re planning a wedding.
Oh yeah. This fairytale is far from over. The episode I walked in on had Shannon in a coffin. Part of the therapy process was a Couples’ Bootcamp. Let me tell you, just watching it was intense. What can you say to a loved one when he/she is dead? The ‘I’m sorries’ and ‘please forgive me’ are too late. So whether your guilty pleasure is a reality show, chocolate bonbons or the latest release from a Whispers Author. Live each day as if it were your last and tell that special someone how much he/she is loved.

Until next time Indulge Your Inner Romantic
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Do You NaNo?

November 4, 2011 By 1 Comment

No, it’s not an IPod. November is National Novel Writing Month, brought to you by the wonderful people at the Office of Letters and Light. This is my third year participating in NaNoWriMo and let me tell you writing flat out is an experience. Fifty thousand words in thirty days and nights.

Has your Muse run for cover? Is he or she cowering in the corner thumb firmly in mouth, clutching a security blanket? Yeah the prospect of writing a full novel in thirty days is a little daunting, but it can be done.

Oh there’s all kinds of motivators to get those creative juices flowing. When I do NaNo, I bribe my Muse. Chocolate keeps her and her friends happy, music is another avenue. My 14 y/o shakes his head at me when he hears me listen to Javier Colon’s Stitch by Stitch for the umpteenth time. Then there’s encouragement from the buddy list.

Buddy list? Yeah. What, you thought you had to do this alone? No. It takes a village to raise a child, well it takes a village to write a book in a month. (I’m Telly423 out there in NaNo world. Hint, hint) Tweet that you’re doing #NaNo. Email the members of your crit group. Facebook your daily word count. Someone will cheer you on. Stuck on a plot point? Check out some of the forums at NaNo.

So grab your Muse from the corner, shove a candy bar in her hand and get your butt in gear. There’s still time to get 50 thousand words in before November 30. Oh and one more thing, no editing, no critiquing, no judging. Just write. Just experience creativity in its purest form. Like the sound of that? I thought you would. And if you finish you get a real nifty badge to place on your website and a certificate to hang on the wall. So do NaNoWriMo, give the Muse a challenge.

Until next time, Indulge Your Inner Romantic. W. Lynn Chantale

When I’m not up to my eyeballs in a NaNo frenzy I can be found

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