. . . have you ever had so much coffee you don't blink? I am there now. Couple of hours ago I felt like I was gonna fall asleep (the dog has been waking me up every morning at 5—dunno why, but she has to pee at 5 am—SHEESH!) so I made a pot of coffee.

I bought me this nice big 20 oz. pink mug—love it—and the DH has been raving over the Dunkin' Donuts coffee so I bought some of it too. Dunno if I put too much grounds in or if it is just the 40 oz of coffee ingested in the afternoon, but I ain't blinking!

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I made it through the week fairly unfazed. I will say I did have trouble getting Mini-Me up yesterday and today, but faced with threats of going to bed earlier, he popped right out of bed.

On the writing front and a totally cool note, I got a great review in the Romantic Times Book Reviews.
FOUR STARS!!! (and a scorcher) WAHOO!!!
(to read the review you have to be a subscriber--sorry)
You can't know what a great feeling that is!

Happy weekend all ~

My first attempt at this. . .

13 reasons I am glad the boys are back in school!

1) Quiet
2) The computer all to myself
3) Did I mention quiet?
4) I can have a convo on the phone and hear
5) I can go potty alone!
6) I can shower alone!
7) The TV all to myself
8) Grocery shopping and get JUST the list
9) I can light a candle and keep it lit
10) I can nap
11) I can eat an entire meal w/o getting up
12) Naked happy dance w/ the CD cranked up
13) A few hours booger free

okay ~ your turn

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AND .... don't miss the Chica's Wordless Wednesday

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Can you hear me?

. . . that is a huge sigh of relief and a giggle and a HAPPY DANCE.

ALL FOUR BOYS are off to school!

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So my blog got totally messed up the other day and I lost my template. Miss Bonnie came to the rescue!

Thank you so much for all your help!

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it's all funky like--or is it just my computer?

You know, there are certain things that make a girl giddy! You can give her a big box of chocolates, diamond jewelry, a kiss from a hunka-hunka man. But if you want to hear a vast majority of women (okay they need to be moms or step-moms) giggle and jump with delight, you wait for the moment when the school bells ring that wonderfully superb August morning. School is IN SESSION–YIPPEE!!!!!!!

SIX DAYS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Less than a week, do you hear me, LESS THAN A WEEK and those little sh…, er ah, bra… um, wonderful dears will be back in school. ALL OF THEM. The little one begins Kindergarten this year, and am I sad to see my baby mark a milestone in his life–HELL NO! I am giddy with excitement :-)

New clothing–CHECK

New shoes–CHECK

School supplies–CHECK

Lunch boxes–CHECK

Meet the teach and get schedules–Tonight and Thursday night–CHECK CHECK

Dennie hunkering her ass down and finishing that freaking book that has taken months to reconcile thanks to screaming, fighting, swords flying, loud video games, fighting–said that already? I know! You put four boys in a house for an entire summer and it happens on a regular enough basis–dogs riled, Disney Channel, Cartoon Network, neighbor kids pounding the door, “can so-and-so play”–CHECK CHECK AND FREAKING CHECKED AGAIN!

School . . . six days . . . can I get an AMEN?!?!?!?!

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So I hear #1 and 3 arguing, quietly, but arguing nonetheless.

"Maybe you shouldn't have locked yourself in there." #1

"I didn't know." #3

Me, I am trolling MySpace trying to catch up w/Ames (I am nothing if not totally competitive!) and I ask, "What are y'all talking about?"

"{#3} has locked himself in a pair of handcuffs." #1

(I hate those stupid things. One of the boys got them with his tickets at Main Event.) I tell him to come here and he's huffing, puffing and making odd noises. The little sh. . . er, ah, poor child sure enough has it locked it him . . . around his ankle. DOH!

"How do police use these on people's feet?" #3

"They don't." me

Round eyes and rounder mouth, "OH." #3

Not only has he entrapped his foot, he has used the cuff which has a
broken lever (it has one of those safety release features).

DOUBLE DOH!

And of course the key is long since lost—why we still have them, I
know not. I try a pen, then the tip of the pen, frantically look for the
stupid key then finally grab my needled nose pliers and whoops, I
break the little lever inside. . . and the thing is still NOT budging. I
have to examine the loose cuff—coulda shoulda probably done that
first I guess—to try and figure out how the mechanism works and
once I see which way this and that have to go, I shove the pliers in
and BAM. . . he'd free. And the stupid handcuffs magically landed in
the trashcan . . . SHEESH!

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Fallen Angels Reviews gives THE INN CROWD 5 Angels
“Love, lies and yes the possibility of finding your great love is in this beautiful book by Denise B. McDonald. The Inn Crowd is one you’ve got to read for it’s not your typical romance from her, but great for it has it all from suspense, passion and to the comedy from her mother planning her fifth wedding to a dog that is into black leather to its colorful owner. I loved it all and can’t wait for more by Denise B. McDonald.Reviewed by: Lena C.”


Two Lips Reviews gives THE INN CROWD 4 ½ lips
“The Inn Crowd is a beautiful love story. Denise Belinda McDonald has created a couple deeply in love who must learn to trust each other and who are both willing to sacrifice for the other’s happiness. The love scenes are poignant and well written, but it is the emotional issues that really make The Inn Crowd a truly wonderful story. I really enjoyed this beautiful story from Denise Belinda McDonald and highly recommend reading The Inn Crowd.
Reviewed by: Tara Renee”


Coffee Time Review gives THE INN CROWD 4 cups
“Jamie and Lorenna’s bumpy love story is definitely worthwhile, filled
with misunderstandings, sacrifice, humor and danger. The wild Texas
weather is as unpredictable as this enjoyable story and a metaphor for
Jamie and Lorenna's story. MauraReviewer for Coffee Time Romance”


Romance Studio gives THE INN CROWD 5 Hearts
“The love scenes are intense and frequent but are not too explicit; they
develop along with the love the couple found with each other. Throughout
the story they face conflict, but I do not believe anyone will expect the
finale! I can guarantee you will enjoy this book and I encourage you to
take the time to read it. It is an extraordinary work. Kudos to Ms. McDonald
Reviewer: Brenda Talley”


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My favorite chocolates plated—and handy. The CD set on repeat for the soft crooning voice of my fave country hottie (or whoever you prefer—you know the one, his/her soft, sexy voice sends a shiver of delight up your spine). My favorite candles—strawberries and cream—lit and placed about the room. The lights turned down low. I pull my companion close and …

… set my fingers to tapping on those keys!

As writers, especially those who have jobs, spouses, kids, those who can’t write full-time (or those of us who tend to procrastinate with every e-mail and Solitaire game) we have to beg, borrow and steal time to write a scene or two. But maybe from time to time we need to set a “date” with our computer. We’re writers. We’re allowed to create—sometimes we forget to give ourselves permission to do so. So why not schedule our “writer” time. And while we’re at it, set the mood; find whatever it is that allows our creativity to flourish. We can relax, unwind and inspire our muses with prolific possibilities.

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Jacob, age 92, and Rebecca, age 89, living in Florida , are all excited about their decision to get married. They go for a stroll to discuss the wedding, and on the way they pass a drugstore. Jacob suggests they go in.

Jacob addresses the man behind the counter: "Are you the owner?"

The pharmacist answers, "Yes."

Jacob: "We're about to get married. Do you sell heart medication?"

Pharmacist: "Of course we do."

Jacob: "How about medicine for circulation?"

Pharmacist: "All kinds."

Jacob: "Medicine for rheumatism and scoliosis?"

Pharmacist: "Definitely."

Jacob: "How about Viagra?"

Pharmacist: "Of course."

Jacob: "Medicine for memory problems, arthritis, jaundice?"

Pharmacist: "Yes, a large variety. The works."

Jacob: "What about vitamins, sleeping pills, Geritol, antidotes for Parkinson's disease?"

Pharmacist: "Absolutely."

Jacob: "You sell wheelchairs and walkers?"

Pharmacist: "All speeds and sizes."

Jacob: "We'd like to use this store as our Bridal Registry."

Top Ten Signs Your Boss Is Spying On You


Wherever you go you're followed by a potted plant in loafers.


The bracelet he gave you for Christmas beeps if you leave your cubicle.


Office coffee has hint of hazelnut and sodium pentothal.


Your name:"Sam." Next to your parking spot: "Reserved for the guy following Sam"


Find yourself getting tasered more than with previous bosses.



Your new secretary looks a lot like that chick from "Alias"



Instead of photos of wife and kids on his desk, he has a photo of you sleeping.



When you're alone in the men's room, a voice tells you to quit blocking the lens.



Boss critical of typos in your personal e-mails.



The fax machine just coughed.

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