Why Is This Being Tolerated?

I try not to rant, but today I really can’t help it. Why are large organizations constantly being allowed to step on whomever they want? Why do they never have to pay the price for the wrongs they commit against the public? We scream about social injustice and doing what’s right, but when it comes down to it, if the organization is big and bad enough they can get away with whatever they want.

Where did this all come from, you ask? Here

A 93 year old man froze to death in his home, because he had unpaid utility bills. They put a limiter on his meter to regulate the use of electricity. Really, in the middle of one of the worst winters ever? WTF? The temperature in the man’s house was reported at 32 degrees. Are you freakin’ kidding me?! I, personally, can’t stand that kind of a temperature with a coat, hat and scarf on. I don’t know how they would expect someone to live through it.

The article reports the man died a painfully, slow death. To me this just sounds inhumane! The man was late on his bills, so in essence they killed him for it. Don’t say I’m being harsh, because anyone with a brain has to know that surviving a harsh winter without heat is virtually impossible. The person might as well take their bed outside and sleep on the sidewalk.

Oh, and did I mention the article stated that when the poor man was finally found, they noticed he had money clipped to the bills. Hello! Maybe he didn’t pay the bills because he was busy freezing to death. The utility company deserves to be put through the ringer for this! Sadly, since the man didn’t have any family left, this will probably slide threw with no consequences issued to the big bad utility company and they will be left alone to do this to yet another poor person. May God have mercy on them!

*Rant Over*

Until next time.

I'm Sleepy

I just got back in town and I am beat. I love going back home to visit my people, but they tire me out every time I go. We have to go to fifty different places and see one hundred different people. I'm not even sure if I got a wink of sleep while I was there. Well, thank God I'm back home now. Enough complaining. I'm going to bed ASAP and if anyone gets in my way there will be hell to pay!

Until next time.

I Hate Winter

Seriously, it's one of the reasons I moved further south. The harsh winds, the stupid, feet numbing snow and the loss of daylight makes me cranky. Once when I was smaller, and more optimistic I asked my mother if we could move to the equator. She told me no. I let her know she was being unreasonable before I was banished back to my room. I spent a lot of time there... wonder why.

I can't wait for summer. And for you winter people I hate to dress in layers. That whole you can add as many layers as you want but are limited to what you can take off argument means absolutely nothing to me. Under all those freaking layers I am still cold! *sigh* When will June be here?

Until next time.

Take a Gamble on Love!

Let's help a family in need.

Come Learn About Epublishing

Angela James, editor extraordinaire, is coming to Romance Divas for a 3 day class on Epublishing! Come join us Jan 13-15 and ask her anything.

Everything You Ever Needed to Know About Epublishing (and some things you didn't know you should know)

Why doesn't epublishing offer advances? What are some of the pros and cons of publishing my manuscript via epublishing? How do I research publishers? Can I really make money in epublishing? What exactly is POD? Can you give me a snappy comeback for people who say that epublishing isn't real publishing?

Epublishing has evolved and grown, especially in the last 5 years, but with growth comes pitfalls and problems, and trusting an epublisher with your baby might seem like a risky proposition. We'll cover the basics of epublishing, from choosing an epublisher and contract details to methods of ebook and print distribution to reasons why you might not want to epublish your manuscript.

Bio:

In 2005, Angela James joined Samhain Publishing, Ltd, a small press company focusing on digital publishing, as its executive editor, where she has played an instrumental role in building the company from the ground up. In her executive position at Samhain, Angela is responsible for managing the publisher's editorial services division. Her responsibilities include the management of editorial staff, quality oversight, networking and marketing efforts at regional, national and international writing conferences to promote the electronic publishing industry as well as Samhain.

In addition to her administrative duties, Angela continues to edit more than 50 authors including national bestselling authors Lucy Monroe, Lilith Saintcrow and Deidre Knight.

More Car Shopping

I am actually a car junky so car shopping isn't a bad thing for me... unless it's in the pouring rain. The Man wants a 2000 Celica which is not the easiest car to find. Apparently the car dealers on our side of town don't care to buy them so we went thirty minutes across town instead. Why oh why did the sky decide to open up as soon as we got there?

Anyway, I wasn't going to be a spoiled sport and my hair needed a makeover anyway. We brought a very large umbrella, parked the car and took a walk. After searching an unknown number of dealerships we finally found The Man's dream car. It's sporty red and a stick shift. Hurray! The Man was in car heaven. He liked the price and he liked the dealership. Needless to say if we can work it out in time we'll be going back soon. Yay car shopping!

Until next time.

A Tender Rough by Fae Sutherland

A Tender Rough by Fae Sutherland



When Mason Palmer's car breaks down in the middle of nowhere, aka Dixon, Alabama, the only person who can help him get to his destination is mechanic Beau Gaines. However, as the days pass and the two forge a bond neither expected, Mason begins to learn that sometimes it isn't the destination that matters. It's the places you discover and the people who change your life on the way there.



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Favorite CD

As most people know I am a lover of music. When I was a girl of three I took my first music lesson and I've been hooked since that day. Singing is and always will be my greatest love, though I do love to dance as well. As a result I am very picky about the type of music I buy. Sure I can tolerate just about anything but for me to own it, I want it to be magic to my ears.

Right now my favorite CD is Jennifer Hudson's new release. The first time I saw her was in the musical Dream Girls and I've been in love with her voice since then. She has soul and more importantly she has something to talk about, which is more than I can say for a lot of new people coming out. I really think she's going somewhere and I can't wait to see how far she goes.

Until next time.

The Millionaire's Fake Fiancee by Rita Sawyer

ISBN Number: 978-1-897560-08-2

Genre: Contemporary Romance

Length: Category



Heat Index: Mild



Read an excerpt or buy it here!



Harley Taizer wasn't used to dealing with her greedy parents. They'd never wanted her and made it perfectly clear by giving her to her grandfather. It's funny how things change when money is involved. Discovering the trust fund her grandfather set up for her, her parents show up demanding the money be given to them. Afraid of just how far his son and daughter in-law will go to get it, her grandfather brings in a security specialist to help protect her.

Kasper Drake hasn't met a trust fund baby he liked, though he is one himself. Upon meeting his uncle's newest client he's willing to throw out all his preconceived notions out the window. He's trying to get Harley to admit to their fierce attraction when her father shows up demanding to know who Kasper is. She tells him that he's her fiancée. Kasper latches onto her lie hoping to make her see how good it could be.

The HEA

The Happily Ever After ending is one of the most magnificent things about romance. Knowing that I get to spend wonderful, glorious time with characters that I am going to grow to love (hopefully) makes me sigh with happiness. *happy sigh* But the added bonus of knowing that there is going to be an HEA at the end just fills me to the brim with warm, gooey goodness. How does it make you feel? Are you a fan of the HEA? Please say yes.

Until Next Time.

Be There or Be Square

JANUARY 16th and 17th, 2009
Come participate in a Romance Divas workshop with an in depth look at the way successful Erotic authors have created a story that's not only HOT but also meaningful.
This workshop will be held in the Diva's Secrets Steamy section which requires special permission. Please contact an administrator HERE when you have created an account. There are no requirements other than your statement that you are over 18.
This is for readers and authors alike so come and join us.

Woe is Me

Apparently stress isn't good for writing. Go figure. Over the past month I've had more than my share. Two doctor's visits later I am determined to toss this stupid stress and get everything back on track. This week I started with my car situation and my writing. Both were in dire need (no I am not being dramatic) so I started making moves. I've created writing goals and joined a group that will kick my ass in gear if I start slacking. Yeah, I'm sure I'll need it too. *sigh*

 

The car thing was by far the most detrimental. My family is NOT meant to be a one car household. Nope, absolutely not! We need to have two cars at all times. Well we've been stuck with one car since sometime during the summer (it's been so long I can't even remember). There was a huge issue with The Man's transmission which seems impossible to fix. Seriously, if they can't get this issue resolved heads are going to roll and I can guarantee it's not going to be mine. For a short time we even thought the issue was fixed. We took the car back and all seemed well so then we took my old hunk of junk to get repaired. What was the quote? Let's try 4k+. Umm… how about hell no! So we took that car off the insurance and searched long and hard for a new one. In the mean time The Man's car went back to acting stupid and will not go above 35 MPH. For real? Where can I go but down a back road at 35 MPH. After the angry looks from all those drivers I couldn't take it anymore. We went this weekend to do some car shopping. There was NO way I was coming home without something. I am now happy to say that I am the proud owner of a new (actually it's used but it's new to me) vehicle. Thank God! Now all we have to do is get The Man squared away and all will be great. Woohoo!!

 

Until next time.