Monthly Archives: August 2022

Rose of Sharon are Gorgeous!

Posted on August 7, 2022 by jjspina

I look forward each year to the blooming of our 17 Rose of Sharon bushes all around our house. They are absolutely the most beautiful sight each year. Many of our neighbors walk by to gaze at them especially when … Continue reading →

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Famous Sayings – Where did they originate?

Posted on August 6, 2022 by jjspina

Did you ever wonder where some of these sayings came from? Here are some familiar ones that you may have used in your daily lives in the past or present. A friend of mine sent these along recently. I thought … Continue reading →

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Freddie the Frog doing well!

Posted on August 5, 2022 by jjspina

I never introduced our little freshwater frog named Freddie. He was small when we got him. He has grown quite substantially over the past few months or so. He loves to eat. He is quite an active character. Here are … Continue reading →

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The Reviews Keep coming on Gateskin 2 The Unknown Territory!

Posted on August 4, 2022 by jjspina

What a wonderful feeling to receive another wonderful review of my fantasy series, book 2, The Unknown Territory (Gateskin Chronicles Book 2)! If you haven’t read this series yet, please check it out on Amazon. Let the Adventures Begin and … Continue reading →

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More Flowers Blooming to share!

Posted on August 3, 2022 by jjspina

With 17 Rose of Sharon bushes around our yard it is quite beautiful to see. I wanted to share more of them with you as they continue to bloom. They lift my spirits and warm my heart each day I … Continue reading →

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A New Review of Gateskin Chronicles Book 2 The Unknown Territory!

Posted on August 2, 2022 by jjspina

Receiving a new review is such a wonderful feeling! I am thrilled to share this review of The Unknown Territory (Gateskin Chronicles Book 2) by this reader. Thank you, Mystery Fran! Mystery “Fran” 5.0 out of 5 stars Loved this book! … Continue reading →

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Books Read in the Month of July 2022!

Posted on August 1, 2022 by jjspina

Here it is already the end of another month. Where does the time go? We are now a little over half way through the year! I have been busy as usual reading some wonderful books for the month of July of … Continue reading →

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