Down By The River

Just a wonderful shot I thought I would share.

Rob Moses Photography

exif data rob moses canon 6d 50mm 1.4I was down by the river last weekend shooting some photos. I decided I’d hope in on one of the shots for a little bokeh action! Pretty cool view from a dark river bank on a cold winter night.

Thanks for stopping by, Rob

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Clueless Blogger – A year later

Some good words of wisdom here for those looking to start blogging! #SupportIndieAuthors!

Myths of the Mirror

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After 4 years I still feel like a clueless newbie in the blogosphere. Blogging for me has been more like an adventure without a plan, a book without a plot where the protagonist stumbles willy-nilly through random scenes, hoping for the best.

I pay little attention to stats, and if the insights page didn’t occasionally rear up on its own, I wouldn’t look at it at all. The glimpse is good for a chuckle. I feel a bit like a kid who’s getting close to sitting at the grown-up table.

Blog Stats

In 2012, I blogged for a whole year. I had 7 visitors, 1 like and comments. You would think I’d worked hard at being that bad. Nope, just clueless.

In 2013, I employed the same winning strategy of non-engagement, but my stats improved – I earned 13 comments for the year!

Toward the end of 2014, I realized that perhaps this…

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Cruisin’ through books cause books make life worth living with Aly 1/9/2016 part 12

Mage and the Freckled Frog by Craig A. Price Jr.

What a cute and fun short story.  I loved to get these little books once in a while.  It  feels like such a break from longer books.  This book even has a little magic in it for me.  * I received this book from the author in exchange for an honest review*  5/5

Cruisin’ through books cause books make life worth living with Aly 1/9/2016 part 10

The Raven by Aderyn Wood

I loved the cover of this book.  It caught my attention right away, once inside the book kept me reading more.  I was enthralled into a world of fantasy.   I enjoyed the character Iluna.  I loved the world around her even though she grew up an outcast, she has a powerful gift.  I would love to read more in this series and can’t wait to see what happens next.  * I received this book from the author in exchange for an honest review*   5/5

Cruisin’ through books cause books make life worth living with Aly 1/9/2016 part 9

Crochet:Beginner’s Complete Guide: Master the Art of Crochet Basics-Includes 10 Cute and Easy Baby Crochet Projects with Illustrations! by Ashley Dark

Ok I didn’t know a darn thing about Crochet until now.  I have always thought about trying it and after reading this book, I may give it a shot.  I think the book was easy to follow and made it sounds easy and fun.  * I received this book from the author in exchange for an honest review*  5/5

Cruisin’ through books cause books make life worth living with Aly 1/9/2016 part 8

Ten Wild Herbs For Ten Modern Problems: Facing Today’s Health Challenges With Holistic Herbal Remedies by Mary Thibodeau

Though this book is not very big, it has quite a bit of helpful knowledge in it.  My sister likes to use herbs whenever she can on things.  She would love this book more than I did.  I learned a lot and will have to try some of these herbs out for myself. I also loved the pictures for people like me so I will know the herb when I see it!   * I received this book from the author in exchange for an honest review*  5/5

Cruisin’ through books cause books make life worth living with Aly 1/9/2016 part 7

A Christmas Kerril by Denise Jaden

This book is just as the description says ” modern take on a holiday classic”.  I think this was a fun book to read.  I enjoyed the new twist on things in this book.   I loved the main character, Kerril, and I think she learned a few things about herself as well as others in this book.  * I received this book from the author in exchange for an honest review*   4/5

Cruisin’ through books cause books make life worth living with Aly 1/9/2016 part 6

Blood Brothers: A Jarvis Mann Detective Novel by R Weir

A great mystery and a wonderful series.  I enjoy this series very much.  I loved the suspense and I think this was a great ending to a great series. I can’t wait to see what this author comes up with next to write about.  I enjoy R. Weir’s work.  * I received this book from the author in exchange for an honest review*
5/5

Cruisin’ through books cause books make life worth living with Aly 1/9/2016 part 5

Curio by Evangeline Denmark

Magical!  I own several curio cabinets so I was excited to get a chance to read this book.  I would love to see if my curio cabinets can do the same.  This was a magical book for me and a great world. I love what the author has done with this book and I would love to read the next book in the series.  I think I am already a big fan and I could see this book be a great and magical movie one day.  I can’t wait to read more.  * I received this book from Netgalley in exchange for an honest review*  5/5