Don’t you love a good hack? The other day I suspected that the downspout on my eavestrough was clogged. I had just paid someone to clean them, but we’d had a windy day and a big rainfall and I wondered if pine needles had made their way back into the eavestrough like metal filings attracted to a magnet. I really didn’t feel like pulling out the ladder and a friend suggested this hack: use a selfie stick and take a look at the eavestrough with a cell phone. Brilliant! Except I didn’t have a selfie stick. lol I had, however, been meaning to buy a cell phone mount for my bicycle handlebars so I wouldn’t have to hold my cell phone in my hand while geocaching on my bike. I went and bought an inexpensive handlebar mount and used it on a broom handle. Then I put my phone on video and recorded while I held it up above the downspout and along the eavestrough. Worked perfectly! And yes, I was right. I ended up pulling out the ladder and clearing it out, but at least now I can check first! I love this hack! Do you have any hacks that you love?
I’m excited to share Don’t Forget the Dog. This is the second book in the Dr. Brogan Corkie Matchmaking Doctor series. All of the books in the series are stand-alone humorous contemporary romances. Matchmaking at its funniest!
Dr. Brogan Corkie is happily semi-retired from medicine and now has time for other hobbies. Her passion for food is second only to her skill at matchmaking!
Blaine McKinnon, owner and executive chef of an upscale restaurant in Mapleton, has an adorable Old English sheepdog named Tacos. Brogan is roped into dog-sitting Tacos at Blaine’s house. The upside is the spectacular kitchen at her disposal.
Dr. Sabrina Langfield, a newly minted doctor, is in a bind when her mom, Rue, falls and fractures her wrist. Brogan offers to help and does double-duty looking after Tacos and Rue.
Blaine and Sabrina were high school sweethearts but parted ways when Blaine pushed Sabrina to pursue a career. Sabrina hasn’t seen him since, but Rue is a huge fan and frequents his restaurant. Rue’s biggest regret is her part in Sabrina and Blaine’s break-up, and with Brogan’s help, she’s determined to get them back together. It might not be that easy – Sabrina is wary of Tacos and, more pressing, she’s decided to move a four-hour flight away to do five more years of training in emergency medicine.
Will meddlesome matchmaking, Blaine’s persuasiveness, and – don’t forget the dog – Tacos’ sweet nature be enough to convince Sabrina to stay?
Enjoy an excerpt~
Blaine leaned against the wall. “I take it you’re still a plant-based, vegan, health food nut.”
Sabrina raised her chin. “There’s nothing wrong with choosing foods wisely to optimize health, despite what my mother thinks – or you, for that matter.”
He stepped closer and brushed at the snow melting on her neat ponytail. He could smell the perfume she wore. It took him back eleven years, and he almost lost his train of thought. “Eating for pleasure is just as important.”
Sabrina stiffened at his touch. Her back was ramrod straight. “Proper nutrition gives you the energy to enjoy what gives you pleasure.”
Her message and her body language read prim and proper, but her husky voice was pure sex. His body responded, and he leaned closer. “What gives you pleasure these days?”
She stopped him with a pointed finger jabbed into his chest and raised her chin. “Shouldn’t the question be who is giving me pleasure?”
Blaine jerked back, her words stopping him more effectively than a slap. He’d been fairly confident she hadn’t been dating anyone. He had a front seat window to the ticker tape of her life through Sabrina’s mom, who was a regular at Fire and Ice. There hadn’t even been a whisper of Sabrina dating, and even though two people couldn’t be any more different, Sabrina and her mom were still tight. There was no way Mrs. L wouldn’t know. He glanced at Sabrina’s left hand. No ring. She was baiting him, but he couldn’t deny the relief that coursed through him. He narrowed his eyes at her sublime expression and had to ask. “Who is giving you pleasure?”
Sabrina smiled slowly, her emerald eyes silently mocking him. “I would say that’s none of your business.”
She buttoned her coat. “I’ll pick my mom up after work at six.” She opened the door. “See ya.” She pulled the door shut behind her.
Blaine stood in the foyer and, with a shake of his head, smiled reluctantly. Round one to Sabrina. She was still sassy, sexy, and smart – exactly why he loved her. Game on.
Buy Link: https://www.amazon.com/Forget-Brogan-Corkie-Matchmaking-Doctor-ebook/dp/B086RQHH9B/
Award-winning author Linda O’Connor started writing romantic comedies when she needed a creative outlet other than subtly rearranging the displays at a local home décor store. Her books have enjoyed bestseller status. When not writing, she’s a physician at an Urgent Care Clinic. She shares her medical knowledge in fast-paced, well-written, sexy romances – with an unexpected twist. Her favourite prescription to write? Laugh every day. Love every minute.
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5 comments:
I found a hack for making fluffy scrambled eggs without milk. A godsend. I love the internet.
Congrats on your latest - Don't Forget the Dog. Sounds like a great romcom. :)
Very cool! What's the hack? And thanks!
You simply add two tablespoons of water to eggs before scrambling them. Is that awesome or what? :)
I'll have to try that. What I usually do is blitz them in my tiny electric blender/chopper for a minute or so, and my scrambled eggs (or omelettes) are light and fluffy.
I never thought to use a blender. That's a great idea. :)
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