tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-91708149406401440792024-03-04T21:20:00.263-08:00Kris' BlogAuthor, single mother and slave to chaos…still searching for that ever ellusive clone.Kris Norrishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11993030557412044608noreply@blogger.comBlogger181125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9170814940640144079.post-11499244873867829342014-12-02T23:55:00.001-08:002014-12-02T23:55:33.331-08:00I've Moved...You can now find my blog as a feature on my website. Please stop on over...<br />
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KrisKris Norrishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11993030557412044608noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9170814940640144079.post-79230243874453093962014-11-26T05:00:00.000-08:002014-11-26T05:00:03.664-08:00Merci, mon ami...Yes, that is French. Honestly, I didn't know what else to write. And hell, if I can impress you with some foreign language skills. Of course, I'm not a hundred percent sure I spelt it all correctly, lol. But...I'm going to just go with it.<br />
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So, my southern neighbours are celebrating Thanksgiving this week. Up here in the great white north, we have our Thanksgiving in October, but I wish everyone a safe and happy weekend. I also know that for most, this is the dreaded or maybe welcomed, start of the Holiday season. And what appears to be the first day in non-stop eating, lol.<br />
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Now, I've already made my thankful pledge back in October. I probably didn't write it down or anything, but I'm sure I mentioned it. To someone. At some point. But...I'll hold to accountability and make a list here.<br />
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Things I'm thankful for...<br />
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1—living in a country where I can express my individuality without fear of recourse.<br />
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Yes, we have hate crimes in Canada. At least, I assume we do. I honestly don't hear of many. Where I live, I rarely lock my doors and my truck's always open. Half the time, the keys are in it. My kids can walk without me being afraid that they'll get taken and if my car breaks down...a kind stranger will still pull over and give me a hand. And they won't end up being a serial killer. We legalized same-sex marriages a long time ago, and we seem to welcome most ethnic groups into our mix. We have a free healthcare system...no, it's not perfect, but I don't have to be afraid to go the doctor or the hospital because I can't afford it. So yes, I'm thankful to live where I do.<br />
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2—to have a roof over my head and food on the table.<br />
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3—that I have healthy kids who I love and adore and who don't show signs of being serial killers in the making. Hey, I've thought about this. You know how siblings can be, especially brothers. So those rare moments when they actually show they care—yeah, those give me a glimmer of hope :) They're smart, funny and will always be my greatest achievement. Though I only can claim the birthing part. They've long since out-shined me. And I couldn't be prouder.<br />
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4—a small circle of close friends. Ones I know I can call, day or night, doesn't matter. Ones who will be there. Some live close by. Some I talk to everyday but only get to see in person once in a while. Though with FaceTime... do you hear that Bronwyn? Jess will FaceTime with me. Just saying. Anyway, I always think of this when I think of my close gal pals. A good friend is someone who will bail you out of jail. A best friend will be standing beside you saying…what the hell were we thinking? And I'm thankful I have the latter of the two.<br />
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5—for family that makes me laugh. I'm lucky to call them friends—even if I do want to strangle them at times.<br />
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6—a career doing what I love. True, it's not quite as profitable as I'd love for it to be—yet—but. God, I love every day. Even the hard days—when I bleed every word—it beats anything else I've done. Well, other than doing Cover Art. God, I love that, too.<br />
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Hmmm, I'm sure I could go on. I know there's more I am probably thankful for each day. Like trails to run so I don't have to hit the streets. Trails that give me sanity and help me see the little things so much better. For a running partner with four legs who's always ready to go. Who never judges whether I'm fast or slow and is never too tired to go one more mile.<br />
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Now go check out the ladies and see what they are thankful for.<br />
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<a href="http://wp.me/p5i0F1-NI" target="_blank">Bronwyn Green</a> | <a href="http://wp.me/p4ZusM-iM" target="_blank">Jessica Jarman</a> | <a href="http://gwendolyncease.blogspot.com/2014/11/random-wednesday-im-thankful-for.html" target="_blank">Gwendolyn Cease</a> | <a href="http://wp.me/p106Lt-fT" target="_blank">Kellie St. James</a></div>
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How is it mid-November already? I'm not ready for the end of the year—not yet. Though I'll be happy when the days start getting longer again. While I love winter—it doesn't get that bad here. More rain than anything. I miss having longer days. I like to be able to run or bike later in the evening and right now, if I'm not back by 4:45, it's hella dark.<br />
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But that's just the lack of daylight talking. This week's blog is an interesting one. A genie grants me three writing wishes. What are they?<br />
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Okay...I hope you all know because I don't. Three wishes I can work with, but writing ones? The first couple that pop to mind are kinda, too superficial. Obviously, that I'd sell a million copies of every book, and be able to buy a small island somewhere:)<br />
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But is that really what I'd want to waste a wish on?<br />
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I think my first wish would be—no writer's block. I'll admit. I don't suffer from this all that often, but when I do...like right now...it sucks major ass. It gets to the point it feels as if I'm literally bleeding every word. It takes forever to get a page let alone a chapter. And even though I know what I want to happen in my head, I can't seem to get it on the page. Trust me when I say that nothing is more frustrating than having this pop up. And like everything, it usually happens when I'm on a tight deadline. So definitely NO MORE WRITER'S BLOCK.<br />
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Wish numero deux...edit-free first drafts. Wouldn't that be fantastic. Writing your final version, completely error free the first time! No typos, missing words, plot holes—you name it, every sentence you write is a perfect version. You book just goes straight to final. Yeah, that would be another wish.<br />
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My last wish. Okay...I get to make my characters come to life. Or at least, one of them at a time. Oh yeah, now this would be a hell of a wish. Imagine the endless possibilities. This would be the ultimate for most authors. Being able to interact with the voices that chatter away in your head in human form? Priceless. Price. Less.<br />
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So there you have it. My three wishes. I would have preferred to have some personal ones...but I think we all know where that would head. Yup, exactly there.<br />
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Please check out the other ladies and see what they're having their genies grant for them.<br />
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<a href="http://jessicajarman.com/blog/?p=1162" target="_blank">Jess</a> | <a href="http://wp.me/p5i0F1-NF" target="_blank">Bronwyn</a> | <a href="http://gwendolyncease.blogspot.com/2014/11/random-wednesday-blog-my-3-writing.html" target="_blank">Gwen</a></div>
Kris Norrishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11993030557412044608noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9170814940640144079.post-37182553826645676562014-11-12T06:00:00.000-08:002014-11-12T06:00:10.302-08:00I'm too sexy for my shirt…Random time again. And this week it all about Mad Skills people... yeah, so basically this post is over and I'll just go and wear the bowl of shame for the rest of the week. Thanks for dropping by...<br />
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Okay, so I guess I can think of a couple of freaking mad skills. Though mad might be over-rated. Okay, highly over-rated. But I'll list what I can folks. You'll just have to suspend belief for the next few minutes.<br />
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1 - I can remember the lyrics of almost every song, including TV show themes.<br />
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Hey, don't laugh. This is an extremely useful skill. Being able to sing along at the drop of a hat...hell, yeah. And you can rock in games like Trivia Pursuit or even just 'name that tune' kind of times. Go ahead...test me people.<br />
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2 - I remember where most actors/actresses are from...as in which movie or TV show.<br />
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Again, another highly useful trait. My brother tests me all the time. You'll be happy to know I have passed this awesomely mad skill on to my kids. And I quiz them at the drop of a hat. I think Jared might have surpassed me in this ability. He's brilliant at recognizing people.<br />
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3 - Remembering lines from movies.<br />
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Yeah, I know there's a trend here. I see it. So it's two-fold, really. One, I have a photographic memory. Not quite the eidetic memory of my fave, Dr. Spencer Reid, but I can usually visualize what I need to recall—where it was on a page. How it was written. That sort of thing. Helped in University for sure. And two...a misspent youth with far too much time on my hands.<br />
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4 - I'll be vain and say graphic art. So websites and cover art.<br />
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Yes... vain I say, but damn...I can figure most shit out and I freaking love the covers I've made. So there. Deal with it people. And I'm going to be even worse and include some...<br />
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Now I wish I could say things like knitting, or painting or parkour. Especially parkour. I have taken jujitsu, but no mad skills. And I mountain bike, but again, I wouldn't call it mad skills. More like I get so tired my give a damns just deplete and I try anything.<br />
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And yeah, I'm not going to say writing because...well, that's just weird. Definitely not the Canadian way, lol.<br />
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Sadly, that's it. I can't think of any other mad skills. Maybe I need to get some. Kick boxing. Yeah, that and using a bow and arrow. I'll work on those and maybe by the time this subject resurfaces I can have more mad skills.<br />
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Go check out the ladies and see what abilities they kick ass at.<br />
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<a href="http://wp.me/p5i0F1-MW" target="_blank">Bronwyn</a> | <a href="http://jessicajarman.com/blog/?p=797" target="_blank">Jess</a> | <a href="http://gwendolyncease.blogspot.com/2014/11/random-wednesday-blog-i-have-mad-skills.html" target="_blank">Gwendolyn</a> </div>
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Seriously? This is just going to be a Keanu and Matthew blog fest. Again, I will probably go on some kind of list for virtual stalking. I wonder what they think when they see blog posts with their pictures on it? But Keanu is Canadian, people! CANADIAN. Like Chad... I have to support my fellow Canadians.<br />
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Thus, I will give you my list of favourite actors...and yes, I'll toss in an actress to appease people. But it's the guys I'm looking at. And this will by no means be a complete list. There are far too many. I'll have to just list a few. A measly few, folks. So, in no particular order...<br />
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Yup, second one was obvious. I know. His role as Dr. Spencer Reid. We all know what I think of it and what it does to me. So let's just look. And look some more.<br />
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Now, he had some questionable stuff in his early years, but damn. He is the man behind two of my favourite characters ~ Tony Stark and Sherlock Holmes. I particularly love him as Holmes. And his new movie looks good. I just think the man really came into his own as he got older. Wiser.<br />
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<br />Kris Norrishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11993030557412044608noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9170814940640144079.post-72682622899379830502014-10-29T06:00:00.000-07:002014-10-29T06:00:04.908-07:00O-weeeeee-oooooooHow is it the end of October already? I mean, we're only two months away from Christmas and the 2015! Wasn't it just August? Sigh. Anyway, this week is all about Halloween traditions. And well, I'm sad to say, most of the traditions for Halloween have slowly faded as the kids have gotten older and time... well, time sees so much more limited.<br />
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For instance, this Halloween, my youngest, Sydney, is the only one dressing up, and she's just going to hang with some friends. Not going around our neighbourhood. Just...hanging at a friend's house. The boys? Well, the Jared will most likely be playing his new Assassin's Creed game and my oldest, Kyle, is actually working. He's officiating a Junior B game up island, so I'll probably be there watching him...being a proud mom.<br />
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Though we will still carve a pumpkin. Sys will do that. And there will be candy. Not sure how much will make it all the way until Friday, but...some will. But living in a small neighbourhood, we don't get that many kids.<br />
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About the only thing we'll still do is watch a few Halloween movies....some of the uber bad original Halloween ones, Charlie Brown ~ Great Pumpkin, Hocus Pocus... that sort of thing.<br />
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Once upon a time…we'd go to the farm and pick out a pumpkin for all. We'd spend hours carving them, often using those special carving tools to make the fancy ones. We'd decorate the house, inside and out. Ghosts in the trees, skulls on the porch. I also once made a fence with a crow on it out of black construction paper so it looked like a shadow scene. Alas, I'm not even sure it made the move.<br />
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The only holiday we really celebrate now is Christmas. Lights outside, we cut our own tree. But somewhere along the line, we just decided that we weren't really into the commercial aspects of the holidays. Even Christmas is getting crazy. My dream is just to go away...head out for isolated family time. Maybe this year we'll just drive down to Mexico and sit on a beach.<br />
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<a href="http://bronwyngreenblog.blogspot.com/2014/10/halloween-traditions.html" target="_blank">Bronwyn Green</a><br />
<a href="http://jessicajarman.com/blog/?p=623" target="_blank">Jessica Jarman</a><br />
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<a href="http://coffeeandprozac.wordpress.com/" target="_blank">Kellie St. James</a><br />
<br />Kris Norrishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11993030557412044608noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9170814940640144079.post-65429892764120048292014-10-22T06:00:00.000-07:002014-10-22T06:00:10.490-07:00Who ya gonna call…GHOSTBUSTERS!<br />
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A classic movie and the backdrop for this week's Wednesday Random Post. The ladies have chosen— Do you believe in ghosts? Um, hello... I got the Travel and Escape channel just so I could watch Ghost Adventures! I love that show. The concept and the guys are pretty fun to watch. I also like how there is science involved. Of course, at the end of the day, believing in ghosts is something you either choose to do or don't. But I still love the show.<br />
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So...have I ever had any had any ghostly encounters?<br />
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Okay... so before I moved out west from Toronto, I lived in this old house just north of the city. And I swear to you, that place was freaking haunted. Yes, I know. I can't say that I really believed in them that strongly before, but damn, after a year in that place, I changed my mind.<br />
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Now there were a number of incidents—besides the fact that my dog absolutely hated being there alone. And no, the dog didn't freak out other places alone, just this house. I'm talking other, more concrete occurrences. Things would end up in different places. Pictures would be flipped on the wall. Creepy things like that. And I suppose you could say...well, it's just someone playing a prank. Because I did live with two roommates. So yes, I didn't take it all to heart, until one day.<br />
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At this point, I was living with just one other friend. A great guy named Billy. We were both helicopter pilots. I was working for Air Ambulance and he was working for another company out of a nearby airport. So I worked shift work. I'd maybe see Billy a few hours in passing, but that was it.<br />
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This continues to the point I wonder if Billy knows I'm home. I didn't care about the noise, just really wanted him to know I was there so I didn't surprise him. So...I get up and go to the top of the stairs (this is a small house, people) and I yell down... "Hey, Billy. Just letting you know I'm upstairs."<br />
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After that...yeah, I've looked at things slightly different. I've had other, more removed encounters but that...that was something else. Obviously something I'll never forget.<br />
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So yes, I do believe in ghosts. And this is exactly why I wrote the series BETWEEN THE VIELS. Four stories about different ghostly encounters, and I have to say... I loved writing them. Of course, I didn't have a handsome sexy guy like one of the Smith boys ride to the rescue, lol...<br />
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After all, science says energy can't be created nor destroyed, merely changed. And I honestly believe that when we die, it's a change in energy. At least, that's what I'm hoping ;)<br />
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Now go check out the other ladies and see their take on the eternal question of ghostly apparitions.<br />
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<a href="http://bronwyngreenblog.blogspot.com/2014/10/do-you-believe-in-ghosts-have-any-weird.html" target="_blank">Bronwyn Green</a><br />
<a href="http://jessicajarman.com/blog/?p=752" target="_blank">Jessica Jarman</a><br />
<a href="http://gwendolyncease.blogspot.com/2014/10/random-wednesday-do-you-believe-in.html" target="_blank">Gwendolyn Cease</a><br />
<br />Kris Norrishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11993030557412044608noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9170814940640144079.post-63916076791400713842014-10-20T08:52:00.000-07:002014-10-20T08:52:26.240-07:00RICOCHET ~ It's finally here!OMG... Seriously, I'm totally stoked. Today is RELEASE DAY for my very first ever Self-Published book ~ RICOCHET. And it seems only fitting that my first solo project like this revisits my roots in Suspense/Thriller. Here's a bit about it...<br />
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "Bookman Old Style"; font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Cassidy
Ryan has tried to move on. Losing the love of her life cut deep, but she vowed
she wouldn</span><span lang="FR" style="font-family: "Bookman Old Style"; font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-ansi-language: FR;">’</span><span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "Bookman Old Style"; font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 115%;">t let
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finally taking back her life—until she stumbles upon a deadly encounter that
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<i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><span lang="EN-US">Seattle</span></i><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><span style="mso-ansi-language: EN-CA;">, two years ago…</span><span lang="EN-US"><o:p></o:p></span></i></div>
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<span style="mso-ansi-language: EN-CA; mso-fareast-font-family: "Arial Unicode MS";">Ashton Kane faced the casket, feet braced apart, hands
fisted together behind his back. Voices murmured around him, the constant rise
and fall scratching at his consciousness. He stared directly ahead, looking
through the crowd toward the other side of the graveyard. Mist curled over the
distant hill, creeping amidst the rows of crosses, slowly blanketing the
gravesite in a numbing gray.</span><span style="mso-fareast-font-family: "Arial Unicode MS";">
</span><span style="mso-ansi-language: EN-CA; mso-fareast-font-family: "Arial Unicode MS";">He shifted his focus when a line of officers raised their weapons,
preparing for the instant the rifles would fire. The one moment he couldn’t
block out.</span><span lang="EN-US"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
<div class="RPText">
<span style="mso-ansi-language: EN-CA; mso-fareast-font-family: "Arial Unicode MS";">The report</span><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-fareast-font-family: "Arial Unicode MS";">s</span><span style="mso-ansi-language: EN-CA; mso-fareast-font-family: "Arial Unicode MS";"> echoed across the cemetery, scattering a flock of
birds. Cackling squawks faded as the low vibration</span><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-fareast-font-family: "Arial Unicode MS";">s</span><span style="mso-ansi-language: EN-CA; mso-fareast-font-family: "Arial Unicode MS";">
roiled through the air, settling like stones in his gut. Tendrils of smoke
swirled upwards, the smell of sulfur heavy in the light breeze. Memories
flashed through his mind, the images cloaked in black and white—the pop of
gunfire, the clatter of footsteps. They played in an unrelenting stream of sound
and disjointed pictures, all culminating into one singular truth.</span><span lang="EN-US"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
<div class="RPText">
<span style="mso-ansi-language: EN-CA; mso-fareast-font-family: "Arial Unicode MS";">His gun.</span><span lang="EN-US"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
<div class="RPText">
<span style="mso-ansi-language: EN-CA; mso-fareast-font-family: "Arial Unicode MS";">His bullet.</span><span lang="EN-US"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
<div class="RPText">
<i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><span style="mso-ansi-language: EN-CA; mso-fareast-font-family: "Arial Unicode MS";">His fault.</span><span lang="EN-US"><o:p></o:p></span></i></div>
<div class="RPText">
<span style="mso-ansi-language: EN-CA; mso-fareast-font-family: "Arial Unicode MS";">He closed his eyes, willing the voices in his head to
stop, to leave him the fuck alone. He’d already lost his partner, his sanity.
What more could they possibly want? What amount of guilt and self-loathing
would be enough to quiet them?</span><span lang="EN-US"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
<div class="RPText">
<span style="mso-ansi-language: EN-CA; mso-fareast-font-family: "Arial Unicode MS";">A gentle touch along his shoulder jerked him back, and
he looked to his left, glancing at the woman standing beside him, her face
blurring in and out of focus as the memories shuffled, Ben’s dull eyes still
staring at him from the darkness. He </span><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-fareast-font-family: "Arial Unicode MS";">wanted to hold her gaze</span><span style="mso-ansi-language: EN-CA; mso-fareast-font-family: "Arial Unicode MS";">, knowing it was expected, but he
broke eye contact, wishing he could fade like the pictures inside his head.</span><span lang="EN-US"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
<div class="RPText">
<span style="mso-ansi-language: EN-CA; mso-fareast-font-family: "Arial Unicode MS";">Cassidy’s sighed, the shaky sound only increasing the
guilt threatening to pull him under. “It’s time to go. They’ll be expecting us
at his parents’ house.”</span><span lang="EN-US"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="mso-ansi-language: EN-CA; mso-fareast-font-family: "Arial Unicode MS";">Ash nodded, glancing back at the grave, watching the
coffin as it disappeared into the ground, nothing but a hollow thud whispering
through the air. He clenched his teeth, willing Ben’s voice out of his head,
choking back the bitter taste in his mouth as the scent of blood smothered his
senses. It wasn’t real. None of it. Just his imagination playing with his mind.
Twisting the events until he barely remembered which parts had actually
happened.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
<div class="RPText">
<span style="mso-ansi-language: EN-CA; mso-fareast-font-family: "Arial Unicode MS";">Not like the lingering cry of Ben’s mother—the memory
of her screaming when he’d informed her that her son had been killed. The feel
of her fingers cinched around his wrists, her weight—dead like her son—hanging
limp in his arms. Those were real. Those gnawed at him. Clawed at what little
remained of his sanity. </span><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-fareast-font-family: "Arial Unicode MS";">Pounded</span><span style="mso-ansi-language: EN-CA; mso-fareast-font-family: "Arial Unicode MS";"> through his head like a damn battering ram.</span><span lang="EN-US"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
<div class="RPText">
<span style="mso-ansi-language: EN-CA; mso-fareast-font-family: "Arial Unicode MS";">“Ash? You okay?”</span><span lang="EN-US"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
<div class="RPText">
<span style="mso-ansi-language: EN-CA; mso-fareast-font-family: "Arial Unicode MS";">He forced himself </span><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-fareast-font-family: "Arial Unicode MS";">to </span><span style="mso-ansi-language: EN-CA; mso-fareast-font-family: "Arial Unicode MS";">turn,
to meet Cassidy’s gaze and hold it this time. Blue eyes surrounded by creamy
smooth skin. He couldn’t remember if he’d even looked directly at her since the
raid. Since the part of him that made him Ash—made him worthy of her love,
worthy of fucking living—had died. Gotten misdirected like that damn bullet,
leaving nothing but pain and chaos behind. She was just as beautiful. Just as
pure</span><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-fareast-font-family: "Arial Unicode MS";">
as when he’d first met her</span><span style="mso-ansi-language: EN-CA; mso-fareast-font-family: "Arial Unicode MS";">.</span><span lang="EN-US"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="mso-ansi-language: EN-CA; mso-fareast-font-family: "Arial Unicode MS";">He’d taint that. Turn it into something ugly.
Something she’d want to hide.</span><span lang="EN-US"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
<div class="RPText">
<span style="mso-ansi-language: EN-CA; mso-fareast-font-family: "Arial Unicode MS";">She frowned, scanning the empty site. “It’s okay. I’ll
explain it to the Director. It’s too soon. We’ll drop by once things have
settled.” She touched his arm, only to draw back her hand when his muscles
clenched beneath her fingers. “I’ll give you a few moments. Meet me at the car.”
She turned, taking a few hesitant steps away before twisting to gaze at him. “As
long as you need. I’ll wait.”</span><span lang="EN-US"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
<div class="RPText">
<span style="mso-ansi-language: EN-CA; mso-fareast-font-family: "Arial Unicode MS";">He watched her walk away, her boots leaving small
impressions on the wet grass. It must have rained, though he couldn’t seem to
remember. The weather. If he’d bothered to eat. What day it was.</span><span lang="EN-US"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
<div class="RPText">
<span style="mso-ansi-language: EN-CA; mso-fareast-font-family: "Arial Unicode MS";">Judgment day.</span><span lang="EN-US"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="mso-ansi-language: EN-CA; mso-fareast-font-family: "Arial Unicode MS";">Ash swallowed past the lump in his throat. He should
leave. Walk away. Take Cassidy home and make love to her until the memories
vanished. Until the haunting rasp of Ben’s voice and his partner’s vacant stare
faded into the press of her body beneath his. Until her soft, wet heat
surrounded him, healing him.</span><span lang="EN-US"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
<div class="RPText">
<i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><span style="mso-ansi-language: EN-CA;">It was a ricochet, Ash. One fucked-up bounce. No way you could have
known…</span><span lang="EN-US"><o:p></o:p></span></i></div>
<div class="RPText">
<span style="mso-ansi-language: EN-CA; mso-fareast-font-family: "Arial Unicode MS";">“Shut up. Just shut the fuck up!”</span><span lang="EN-US"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
<div class="RPText">
<span style="mso-ansi-language: EN-CA; mso-fareast-font-family: "Arial Unicode MS";">He pressed his hands against his temples. Excuses.
Lies. He was to blame. He’d given the orders, told Ben to secure the rear exit.
If Ash had just done the damn job himself…</span><span lang="EN-US"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
<div class="RPText">
<span style="mso-ansi-language: EN-CA; mso-fareast-font-family: "Arial Unicode MS";">He turned on his heels, heading for the red Jeep
parked near the end of the lane. He could see her brown hair through the
window. The way it cascade</span><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-fareast-font-family: "Arial Unicode MS";">d</span><span style="mso-ansi-language: EN-CA; mso-fareast-font-family: "Arial Unicode MS";"> across her shoulders, the muted light highlighting
the golden streaks in it. He clenched his fists. He could still feel the
ghosted caress of the silky strands across his skin as he gathered them in his
hands, holding the mass back as she moved above him. Sweat-slicked flesh
gleaming in the moonlight. Her back arched, head thrown back as she pulsed
around him, making him feel alive. Deserving.</span><span lang="EN-US"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
<div class="RPText">
<span style="mso-ansi-language: EN-CA; mso-fareast-font-family: "Arial Unicode MS";">He hadn’t so much as kissed her this past week. Had
barely been able to bring himself to be in the same room with her. She’d tried
talking to him then had left him to his thoughts, always reminding him she was
there. That she’d always be there. That she’d wait.</span><span lang="EN-US"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="mso-ansi-language: EN-CA; mso-fareast-font-family: "Arial Unicode MS";">He walked woodenly to the car, opening the door then
sliding in. He didn’t turn to meet the gaze he felt centered on him, choosing
to stare straight ahead as he turned the key, letting the hum of the engine
fill his head. He glanced over his shoulder, pulling into the lane, refusing to
look at the grave in the rear-view mirror. He’d made his choice. He just didn’t
know if he could live with it.</span><span lang="EN-US"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="mso-ansi-language: EN-CA;">* * * * </span><span lang="EN-US"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
<div class="RPText">
<span style="mso-ansi-language: EN-CA; mso-fareast-font-family: "Arial Unicode MS";">“He’s gone, Ash. You can stop.”</span><span lang="EN-US"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
<div class="RPText">
<span style="mso-ansi-language: EN-CA; mso-fareast-font-family: "Arial Unicode MS";">Ash shrugged the hand off his shoulder, pressing on
Ben’s chest, counting out sets of five before pausing to bre</span><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-fareast-font-family: "Arial Unicode MS";">ath</span><span style="mso-ansi-language: EN-CA; mso-fareast-font-family: "Arial Unicode MS";">e
into the man’s mouth. “Where the </span><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-fareast-font-family: "Arial Unicode MS";">hell</span><span style="mso-ansi-language: EN-CA; mso-fareast-font-family: "Arial Unicode MS";"> are the paramedics?”</span><span lang="EN-US"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
<div class="RPText">
<span style="mso-ansi-language: EN-CA; mso-fareast-font-family: "Arial Unicode MS";">“Ash…”</span><span lang="EN-US"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
<div class="RPText">
<span style="mso-ansi-language: EN-CA; mso-fareast-font-family: "Arial Unicode MS";">“He’s not dead. Fuck that.” He kept pushing, kept
breathing. “He wasn’t even in the line of fire.” He brushed sweat out of his
eyes. “Come on, buddy. Breathe for me. Just fucking breathe.”</span><span lang="EN-US"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
<div class="RPText">
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<span style="mso-ansi-language: EN-CA; mso-fareast-font-family: "Arial Unicode MS";">Ash bolted awake, arms thrashing, heart pounding.
Images wavered in the darkness as Ben’s voice played in his head</span><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-fareast-font-family: "Arial Unicode MS";">, the accusing
tone grating on his nerves</span><span style="mso-ansi-language: EN-CA; mso-fareast-font-family: "Arial Unicode MS";">. </span><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-fareast-font-family: "Arial Unicode MS";">Ash</span><span style="mso-ansi-language: EN-CA; mso-fareast-font-family: "Arial Unicode MS";"> closed his eyes, focusing on drawing air in, then
pushing it out, shaking his hands against the </span><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-fareast-font-family: "Arial Unicode MS";">remembered</span><span style="mso-ansi-language: EN-CA; mso-fareast-font-family: "Arial Unicode MS";">
feel of his gun. His skin felt tight, as if he were inside someone else’s body,
fighting to get out.</span><span style="mso-fareast-font-family: "Arial Unicode MS";">
</span><span style="mso-ansi-language: EN-CA; mso-fareast-font-family: "Arial Unicode MS";">The lights flicked on a moment before the couch dipped beside him. He
closed his eyes, mentally telling her not to touch him. Not to make him feel.</span><span lang="EN-US"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
<div class="RPText">
<span style="mso-ansi-language: EN-CA; mso-fareast-font-family: "Arial Unicode MS";">She kept her distance, a rough sigh sounding beside
him. “Here. This might help.”</span><span lang="EN-US"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
<div class="RPText">
<span style="mso-ansi-language: EN-CA; mso-fareast-font-family: "Arial Unicode MS";">Somehow he managed to pry open his eyelids, staring at
her outstretched hand. The brown liquid shimmered in the light, reflecting the
pattern of wood on the ceiling.</span><span lang="EN-US"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
<div class="RPText">
<span style="mso-ansi-language: EN-CA; mso-fareast-font-family: "Arial Unicode MS";">He took the glass, tensing when his hand brushed hers,
feeling his heart beat faster at the brief contact. Hell, just knowing she was
only a foot away, her breath softly blowing across him</span><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-fareast-font-family: "Arial Unicode MS";">,</span><span style="mso-ansi-language: EN-CA; mso-fareast-font-family: "Arial Unicode MS";">
made him want to crawl out of his skin. Leave that man, those thoughts, behind.</span><span lang="EN-US"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
<div class="RPText">
<span style="mso-ansi-language: EN-CA; mso-fareast-font-family: "Arial Unicode MS";">He downed the shot, letting the warm liquid burn away
the pain. But it wouldn’t last. Wouldn’t do more than mock the memories that
lingered just beneath the surface. A temporary reprieve that would make the
next round more vivid. More real.</span><span lang="EN-US"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
<div class="RPText">
<span style="mso-ansi-language: EN-CA; mso-fareast-font-family: "Arial Unicode MS";">Cassidy reached for the cup, allowing him to drop it
into her hand. He didn’t miss the way her fingers trembled, nervously caressing
the glass as if being this close to him frightened her. It should. It
frightened him.</span><span lang="EN-US"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
<div class="RPText">
<span style="mso-ansi-language: EN-CA; mso-fareast-font-family: "Arial Unicode MS";">Another sigh passed her lips as she stared at him, the
weight of her gaze making his muscles twitch. He held his breath, finally
shifting his focus, cursing at the tears pooling in her eyes. It gutted him.
Tore at whatever piece of himself still remained.</span><span lang="EN-US"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
<div class="RPText">
<span style="mso-ansi-language: EN-CA; mso-fareast-font-family: "Arial Unicode MS";">She waited until she seemed certain he wouldn’t look
away. “They’re getting worse. You can’t even sleep for more than an hour
without screaming. We can’t live like this, Ash.” She pushed her hand through
her hair, tousling it about her head. “You need help. <i>We</i> need help.”</span><span lang="EN-US"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
<div class="RPText">
<span style="mso-ansi-language: EN-CA; mso-fareast-font-family: "Arial Unicode MS";">He gained his feet, crossing the room, needing the
distance just to fucking breathe. The air felt too heavy. Too weighed down by
her expectations, her needs. He stared out the window, watching the rain dot
the glass, distorting the streetlights gleaming on the road.</span><span lang="EN-US"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
<div class="RPText">
<span style="mso-ansi-language: EN-CA; mso-fareast-font-family: "Arial Unicode MS";">“Ash. Please. I’m not going to tell you that I know
how you feel. I wouldn’t insult you like that, but damn it…” </span><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-fareast-font-family: "Arial Unicode MS";">She</span><span style="mso-ansi-language: EN-CA; mso-fareast-font-family: "Arial Unicode MS";">
padded to the center of the room. “You can’t even look at me. I feel as if I’ve
already lost you, and you’re standing five feet away.”</span><span lang="EN-US"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
<div class="RPText">
<span style="mso-ansi-language: EN-CA; mso-fareast-font-family: "Arial Unicode MS";">His chin bowed toward his chest, the truth of her
statement hitting</span><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-fareast-font-family: "Arial Unicode MS";">
him</span><span style="mso-ansi-language: EN-CA; mso-fareast-font-family: "Arial Unicode MS";"> hard. “I’m dealing.”</span><span lang="EN-US"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
<div class="RPText">
<span style="mso-ansi-language: EN-CA; mso-fareast-font-family: "Arial Unicode MS";">“You’re dealing?” Her voice rose in pitch, tears
muffling some of the syllables. “How are you dealing, exactly? By pushing
everyone away? B</span><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-fareast-font-family: "Arial Unicode MS";">y</span><span style="mso-ansi-language: EN-CA; mso-fareast-font-family: "Arial Unicode MS";">
retreating so far inside yourself all you can see is the darkness? The pain?”
More footsteps were followed by her hand on his arm. “Ben’s dead—”</span><span lang="EN-US"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
<div class="RPText">
<span style="mso-ansi-language: EN-CA; mso-fareast-font-family: "Arial Unicode MS";">“Because of me!” He spun, breaking her hold. “Ben is
dead because of me. Because of the choices I made. Those are the facts.”</span><span lang="EN-US"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
<div class="RPText">
<span style="mso-ansi-language: EN-CA; mso-fareast-font-family: "Arial Unicode MS";">“The damn bullet ricocheted. It hit that fugitive’s
skull and veered off. It wasn’t your fault. It was a freak accident. They’ve
already cleared you—”</span><span lang="EN-US"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
<div class="RPText">
<span style="mso-ansi-language: EN-CA; mso-fareast-font-family: "Arial Unicode MS";">“You think I give a shit whether the Marshal Service
clears me? Whether they deem it a clean hit? Justified? I killed my fucking
partner, Cass. No one and nothing can <i>clear</i> me of that.”</span><span lang="EN-US"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
<div class="RPText">
<span style="mso-ansi-language: EN-CA; mso-fareast-font-family: "Arial Unicode MS";">She moved in front of him when he tried to push past
her. “Don’t. Don’t walk out on this. I get that Ben’s death has killed
something inside you. I know you’re hurting. But don’t shut me out. I’ve given
you space. Waited for you to come to me. But you won’t talk to me let alone
touch me.” She brushed at the tears that washed down her cheeks. Cursing. “I
could have lost you. Do you know how many times I’ve died inside picturing that?
Please. Baby. Let me help you.”</span><span lang="EN-US"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
<div class="RPText">
<span style="mso-ansi-language: EN-CA; mso-fareast-font-family: "Arial Unicode MS";">She reached for him, a gentle caress of her fingers
along his arm. He clenched his jaw, closing his eyes as he fought not to jerk
away. To give her just a small measure of what he knew she needed. She waited,
seemingly judging his response until he looked at her again. Those blue eyes
pleaded with him as she smoothed her hand along his forearm, stepping forward,
her body slowly pressing against his.</span><span lang="EN-US"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
<div class="RPText">
<span style="mso-ansi-language: EN-CA; mso-fareast-font-family: "Arial Unicode MS";">His chest heaved, his lungs refusing to open, to draw
in any significant amount of air. Panic crawled just beneath his skin, lurking.
Waiting for him to weaken. Her scent surrounded him, the warm, sweet essence
like a slap to his face. He didn’t deserve this. The forgiveness. The love.</span><span lang="EN-US"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Dr. Spencer Reid.</div>
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Constantine...</div>
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You knew Keanu was popping up somewhere. Face it. And while yeah, Neo is amazing, and there are endless characters I could chose from, Constantine is my favourite. He's tormented. Not quite good but not evil. He's stuck between the two, trying to save his own ass, but with enough moral high ground to also do the right thing when called upon. And watching him fight demons…yeah. How is that not something a girl takes to heart.</div>
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So that's it for me. My top five crushes. Sure, I've crushed on others....Luke Duke, Indiana Jones, Sherlock Holmes (Robert Downey Jr version), Daniel from Stargate, McGyver (hell yes) and Ichabod Crane... my god that man is easy on the eyes... </div>
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Kris Norrishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11993030557412044608noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9170814940640144079.post-42926468629248923012014-10-08T06:00:00.000-07:002014-10-08T06:00:00.909-07:00My precious…I'm not sure why I always seem so surprised when Wednesday seems to pop around again. It's not like it changes from week to week. Yet, I'm still in shock when I realize it's Tuesday and time to write another Wednesday random blog.<br />
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So this week, the lovely ladies have chosen—Collections.<br />
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Originally, I was thinking…okay. Easy post. I don't collect things, so post over! But I guess I have some stuff that sort of counts as collections. But nothing like I know some of the other ladies do.<br />
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Anyway, collections. I guess it's in human nature to collect crap. I have started a few collections, but alas, haven't really followed through. I began collecting cute cookie jars. I have a couple of Christmas ones, one that looks like a bird house, and two that just have cookie inscribed on the side. But my favourite one—that I don't use because it's small—is a blue car. It looks just like a VW bug, lol. But then I decided I didn't really have room to collect these, so I stopped. Now, I have them on a shelving unit as pretty decorations.<br />
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I had started collecting some rocks, but then I moved—as in two weeks ago moved. And those rocks...yeah, they weren't getting carted around. In case you hadn't realized it, rocks are heavy. And the last thing you want to move are a bunch of rocks you could have gotten out of your backyard. So that collection is still in the yard at the old house;)<br />
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The only real collection I have I inherited. My mother used to collect elephants. And I mean the woman collected them. My daughter, Syd, now has the collection in her room in a curio cabinet that came with the elephants after my mother died. And wow, there must be over a hundred different creatures inside. Some are porcelain, some made out of shells. She even has some made from bone. I think she has one of the smallest, hand-carved elephants ever made. It was her passion.<br />
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I have yet to really get that passion over anything. I mean, I collect <i>my</i> books, lol. And I'll admit…I didn't give up my Stephen King books when I moved, but to me, a collection is something you have to add to. That fills some hidden space inside. I just don't have that, yet.<br />
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Hmmm, maybe I can collect cute men? I'd be into that. Hell, yeah. So if any of you have one to spare...<br />
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<span style="background-color: transparent; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;">Jessica Jarman is an author, blogger, and rather obsessive fangirl. Having grown up in Upper Michigan and currently living in Minnesota, she is a Midwestern girl through and through. And wouldn’t have it any other way.</span></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;">When she’s not working to get words on the page, Jessica passes the time with her amazing husband and four children, attempting to be crafty (and failing miserably), squeeing uncontrollably over her favorite shows or curling up with a good book.</span></span></div>
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Kris Norrishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11993030557412044608noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9170814940640144079.post-48366849180516305562014-10-01T05:00:00.000-07:002014-10-01T05:00:02.556-07:00I just think of a few of my favourite things…It's Wednesday, and another edition of FAVOURITE THINGS. This month it's SONGS.<br />
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Now, I know everyone is going to think all my favourite songs are from Nickelback. Oh, nah, nah. I've decided to pick one or two faves from my favourite singers. So the list will be varied, people. You still don't trust me. Sigh.<br />
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Now, some may think I have an odd taste in music. I'm really quite eclectic. It often varies with my mood. Which varies with what's happening in my life. But there are those few songs—the ones that seem to stand the test of time. That hold their meaning, their beauty regardless of time and changes. So, without further ado, here is my list of all-time favourite songs—in no particular order other than what popped into my head.<br />
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<i>Just the Way You Are</i><br />
<i>New York State of Mind</i><br />
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All by, of course, the piano man, himself, Billy Joel. There's something classic about these tunes. So much so, my kids also love Billy Joel, or at least the ones that are indicative of the man.<br />
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<i>Far Away</i><br />
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Oh, you knew it was coming so might as well get it over with. Nickelback. Tried and True. At their best. Yes, I love all their new stuff, too, but these three songs are just timeless for me.<br />
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By the talented band, Lifehouse. They are a fairly new band to me, but I can't get enough of these guys.<br />
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<i>Monster</i><br />
<i>Bleeding Out</i><br />
<i>Radioactive</i><br />
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Imagine Dragons. I'll admit. I didn't exactly love this band at first, until I listened to more than just their first song. Now, I'm hooked.<br />
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<i>Sarah's Smile</i><br />
<i>Wait For Me</i><br />
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Yes, Bronwyn will cringe, but I don't care, damn it. Hall and Oates. I still love these guys. Yes, I've seen them in concert and I won't apologize for it.<br />
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<i>If This Is It</i><br />
<i>I Want a New Drug</i><br />
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I'm just going to list all the bands Bronwyn hates now. So she can breathe again soon. Huey Lewis and the News. They are AMAZING in concert. Definitely a band that is almost better live. And yeah, I know what Bron will say about that...they couldn't get any worse. But I disagree. Oh Bron...guess which band is next...<br />
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<i>Don't Stop Believing</i><br />
<i>Faithfully</i><br />
<i>Separate Ways</i><br />
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I could list more, but...you got it. The classics of Journey. Steve Perry. Need I say more.<br />
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<i>Bohemian Rhapsody</i><br />
<i>Another One Bites the Dust</i><br />
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I love Queen, but honestly, only a couple in my all-time faves. Not that I won't listen to the others. Hell, they still play <i>We Are the Champions</i> at sporting events. But these two are the ones.<br />
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<i>Lose Yourself</i><br />
<i>I'm Slim Shady</i><br />
<i>Not Afraid</i><br />
<i>I Love the Way You Lie</i><br />
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I used to think Eminem was too angry. Too intense. Then my kids started listening to other rap music and I've learned to love this guy. And these songs get me moving no matter what.<br />
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<i>Colder Weather</i><br />
<i>Goodbye In Your Eyes</i><br />
<i>Sweet Annie</i><br />
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As I've said, I'm a country girl. I really am. I love country music, and the Zac Brown Band is probably at the top of that list, along with Keith Urban, Brad Paisley. And these three songs. I'll put them on whenever they pop up on the radio and they're on virtually every playlist I have.<br />
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<i>Freedom</i><br />
<i>Father Figure</i><br />
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I saw Wham in concert when they were obviously still together. And George Michael still does it for me. I love the man's voice and I don't care what anyone says, the guy is sexy. Period.<br />
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<i>How To Save A Life</i><br />
<i>Look After You</i><br />
<i>Syndicate</i><br />
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What list is complete without Fray. Love these guys.<br />
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<i>Follow You, Follow Me</i><br />
<i>Tonight, Tonight, Tonight</i><br />
<i>Hold On My Heart</i><br />
<i>Turn It On</i><br />
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Man, I could go on forever. I used to listen to Genesis and Phil Collins forever. They are definitely defining artists of my teenage years.<br />
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<i>In The Air Tonight</i><br />
<i>I Don't Care Anymore</i><br />
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And Phil on his own.<br />
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<i>Battleships</i><br />
<i>Waiting For Superman</i><br />
<i>September</i><br />
<i>Life After You</i><br />
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Daughtry. Love this guy. The band. They are amazing<br />
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<i>Hotel California</i><br />
<i>New Kid In Town</i><br />
<i>Every other freaking song by this band!!!!!!!</i><br />
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The Eagles. Nothing more needs to be said.<br />
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Okay, I have to stop. Stop, I tell you. Or I'll keep going forever. And ever. Songs by 3 Doors Down, Matchbox 20, Maroon 5...Hell, I'll never stop. Please check out the other ladies and see if their lists are never ending as well.<br />
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<a href="http://bronwyngreenblog.blogspot.com/2014/09/a-few-of-my-favorite-things-songs.html" target="_blank">Bronwyn Green</a><br />
<a href="http://jessicajarman.com/blog/?p=617" target="_blank">Jessica Jarman</a><br />
<a href="http://gwendolyncease.blogspot.com/2014/09/random-wednesday-blog-favorite-songs.html" target="_blank">Gwendolyn Cease</a><br />
<a href="http://kayleighjones.com/?p=168" target="_blank">Kayleigh Jones</a><br />
<a href="http://coffeeandprozac.wordpress.com/" target="_blank">Kellie St. James</a><br />
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Running on the trails. Nothing rejuvenates me more than trail running. The trees, the dirt, the sounds of nature. I honestly don't know how folks run in the city. But then I'm a city girl.</div>
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I'd love to saying being with that special someone, but…hey, one day! And with that will go all the 'happy' activities, snicker. Because that makes me very happy...</div>
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<a href="http://bronwyngreenblog.blogspot.com/2014/09/what-makes-me-happy.html" target="_blank">Bronwyn Green</a></div>
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It's Wednesday...so it's randomness time, lol. There's just one problem—the topic this week. It's Favourite School Memories. And honestly, I sit here and I'm thinking…do I have any? LOL. No, it's not as if I can't remember any…I'm getting there, but not quite, thanks. But it's mostly just a blur. Classes, the cool kids (no I wasn't really part of them). I was one of the smart kids. So, the cool kids accepted me because hey, they needed help with Algebra :)<br />
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Before we get to that... how about a blast back to my school years... I remember having crazy crushes on Tom Wopat (Luke Duke all the way, baby). And wanting to roller-skate like in Xanadu, lol. And let's not forget Grease. I must have seen that movie in the theatres over a dozen times...back when you could get in without having to mortgage a house.<br />
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But things I do remember…Getting to colour in class! Hey, it was the best thing. I remember staying late just to keep colouring. Back when I lived within walking distance and kids walked to school without worrying about that kind of thing.<br />
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Phys-ed…again, I GOT to play sports. Run, hell I didn't even mind the square dancing and polka routines we had to do. Though, as I was also the lead, it's hard to switch back now…:)<br />
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I remember that in grade school, when you got to grade 6 you got to go to the 'big kids' wing. We had this awesome section of the school at the far end on the upper floor that was just for the grade 6's. It had double doors and was so super cool. It was as if you'd arrived somewhere special. The first real passage of rights.<br />
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I remember having this third grade play we had to put on. Our teacher was lu lu. Seriously. And she had us tossing these balls up in the air, which was fine for the coordinated kids. But for those who weren't—yeah, the fact the band was playing directly at below the raised stage didn't end so well for them. I'm pretty sure you can imagine what happened. But I honestly still laugh about that now.<br />
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Then high school. I remember first crushes...kind of finding out who you were and which friends were friends worth having. I remember dances and playing cards in the cafeteria. That was huge. That we had a cafeteria, lol. And yeah, played there a lot.<br />
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I also remember grade 12 English. Mostly because that's where my love of story-telling began. I mean, really began. Where a teacher actually told me to consider writing stories. So yeah, that's a good one.<br />
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And honestly, not much else. School is more of an overall, I did fine. I got good grades, and wasn't terribly tormented. Have good memories, and some I'd rather forget. But I survived and won't rock in a corner later mumbling about it. No, I have lots of other memories for that :)<br />
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But go check out the gal pals. See how coloured their memories are...and we'll see you back here next week.<br />
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Anyway, it's another episode of my favourite things. And this week it's cover art. Sooooooooo, because everyone is always saying you need to promote yourself...my post is going to be the top several covers I'VE MADE... YES ME. MOI. I. I started making covers several months back (oh, maybe longer but hey, I can't remember) and I've made quite a few since then. So I thought I'd highlight my favourite—let me clarify that. By to date, I also mean ones I can show. If the author and/or publisher hasn't revealed it yet, then I can't steal their thunder. That would be un-Canadian, 'eh? So here are the ones I still look at and go.... le sigh. And in no particular order. I'm just pulling them out of the computer, lol.<br />
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In a word—perfection. And I don't mean that in a vain sort of way, lol. When this book releases in October—you must go and read it. YA at it's best folks. And by perfect I mean it suits the story so, well, perfectly. The girl, the scene from the book. The blending of colours. Yeah, one of my faves.</div>
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I made this one for the three amazingly talented ladies of this group. And I love it. Again, the colours, the castle. The romantic couple. Le sigh.</div>
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This was probably one of the first covers that I made that I really stopped and thought... hell yeah. This is for Kim Dare and frankly, I'm always so worried with covers for her because she's so amazing and I want the cover to do her book justice. And this one just fit the story so well. I love it.</div>
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This was the first cover of mine I got to make. Can I just say THANK YOU RESPLENDENCE PUBLISHING! I do covers for them now and they've been super supportive. Most of my faves are RP covers. And I feel so fortunate to have the chance to give the awesome authors there pretty covers to go with the incredible books. I love the colour of the aurora borealis, how it plays off of my name and the couple—I wanted romantic and I thought this really felt that way. Him kissing her forehead—yeah, I'm hopelessly romantic that way. It makes me smile every time.</div>
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Okay, this is my release that coming out September 17th with RP. I fucking love it. I know, I made it so that's a bit vain, but damn...it just really turned out better than I'd hoped. The guys are super sexy but the girl. I just love this picture. It's perfect for an old west image. I think anyway. And it's sexy without showing too much skin. And the wolf... yeah. Love this one.</div>
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I also love this one which I got to make for my awesome gal pal, BA Tortuga.. again I was super worried because I'm a freaking stalker and fangirl and I didn't want the cover not to equal the brilliance I know would be inside. But damn, the colours in this one. Yeah, that guy in the front is awesome. The shading on his skin... Just... yeah. Love it.</div>
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Of course, I could just keep going. Adding more. I've done more for Kim that I love, and some others as well, but these are ones that jump out at me every time.</div>
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Anyway, it's time for Wednesday randomness and this week's episode is all about the zodiac. Or should I say, my SIGN. And no, not the one that says... hey, I'm in need of a boyfriend, apply within. For some reason the ladies don't want to delve into that matter. Shocking, I know. </div>
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No, this is about those magical signs we all have based on our birthday. In case the picture isn't enough of a giveaway, and you don't love my catchy title... I'm an Aries. That's right people... THE RAM. An extension of the God of War, himself. Okay, so he spells his name 'slightly' different, you get what I'm going at here. Aries is a kick-ass sign, but…does it describe ME? </div>
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So... almost all Aries descriptions suggest an outgoing, adventurous nature. So check. I'd say that's a fair description, without being vain or anything. I have tried to be shy before, but…it doesn't work out so well for anyone. Now, I do love my alone time, like running, but, that's about enough. Next...</div>
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We are trusting....I actually laughed at this. My gal pals are always looking at me as if I'm crazy when I say that I leave my doors unlocked, or my keys in the car. Hell, I'm not the only one. And while I'm pretty sure it's more of a Canadian thing, when I think about it, my friends that do this as well are all Aries, lol. So maybe it's a combination of both.</div>
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Okay, so as stated this week's blog is a self interview...cause I know you're dying to know more about me. Hell, yeah :) So without further ado...<br />
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Is this even a question, 'eh? I think you all know the answer... 'eh. And if I can't pick that one, then it's the ever useful word, fuck. Don't believe me... take a look at this video. And when you're done laughing your ass off, all I'll say is... you're welcome. And read on.<br />
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There is only one word that makes me want to tear my hair out... cunt. I know, odd for someone who writes erotic romance but I really don't like it. I rarely use it in my books unless some creepy person is using it as a derogatory word. Not that I'm upset if others use it in their books. I just don't particularly like it. There. Deal, people.<br />
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Traffic, dogs barking endlessly. Sirens. Basically most of the sounds associated with the city. There's a reason I live out in the boonies. I like quiet.<br />
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I would love to be a guide. Seriously. Taking people hiking through the mountains, that sort of thing. There's a reason I wrote Hard Target. And I'd love to be Taylor (though I already know how to fly a helicopter, so... though like her, I'd probably fly it into a tree it's been so long, lol.) I'd also love to be a profiler. BAU unit here I come! Oh yeah, me and Dr. Spencer Reid :)<br />
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Whew...and there you have it. Now you know a bit more about me...and in the end, not sure if that's a good thing. Please drop by my partners in crime to see how they answered, because enquiring minds want to know :)<br />
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<a href="http://bronwyngreenblog.blogspot.com/2014/08/self-interview-ala-james-lipton.html" target="_blank">Bronwyn Green</a><br />
<a href="http://jessicajarman.blogspot.com/2014/08/wednesday-randomness-self-interview.html" target="_blank">Jessica Jarman</a><br />
<a href="http://coffeeandprozac.wordpress.com/" target="_blank">Kellie St. James</a><br />
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Kris Norrishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11993030557412044608noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9170814940640144079.post-280149660926630472014-07-30T05:00:00.000-07:002014-07-30T05:00:01.141-07:00I can't get no, satisfaction…Okay, you all try to think up a clever title for motivation. I swear there aren't any songs with that word in there. Because alas, it is Wednesday Randomness time again…and can I just point out I haven't missed a single one since joining in. It's a record for sure. And I have to say, I was tempted this week. Mostly because it's a hard one. WHAT MOTIVATES ME...<br />
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Now, this could be a very broad subject, as in, it could pertain to any subject. For example, I have inner demons that motivate me to work out and attempt to eat healthy. That and a firm loathing for growing older... I like Tony Horton's take on aging.... Aging, whatever...I got your aging right here.<br />
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But I'll try to stick to writing, as honestly, what motivates me to write also motivates me in other aspects of my life. So here we go, in no particular order...<br />
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1. A deadline. Let's face it. Pressure if a HUGE motivator for me. Knowing I have to have something done, handed in, or I'm letting folks down, yeah... I'm on it. Now I don't always get it done on the exact day, but I'm always pretty damn close and within reason, so... This is also what gets me anywhere remotely on time. I'm sadly, always late. But then I think for some things I just don't give a damn.<br />
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2. A beautiful cover...sound silly? But having a pretty cover to stare at makes me want to write. It also reminds me that I'm committed to finishing the book. Now I don't always get covers first. Quite often they happen after the fact but sometimes....yes sometimes you stare at your pretty for quite a while before the book is finished. For example...I have the cover all ready to go for two of my next books. I can't quite share yet, but damn, I love looking at them. And the best part—I got to make both of them!<br />
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So in place of my upcoming covers, let's look at another pretty....<br />
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I know, they're both PG rated, but damn... I can't help it. Just looking at handsome faces... le sigh. I obviously have a type here people... and I've come to terms with that. And yes, I picture these two guys A LOT when I think of my leading men.</div>
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3. An idea that won't stop talking to me. Sometimes you just get an idea—a movie that plays in your head—that you can't stop. And that is the best feeling in the world and a great motivator. Actually, right now, I have this looping bit for an upcoming novel stuck in my head. Even when I'm writing other stuff it keeps playing. And I can't wait to write it... It's so epic inside my mind, I just hope it comes across that way once it's out:)</div>
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4. Friends. For the last little bit Jess, Bronwyn and I have been sort of challenging each other. Sending chapters of new books nightly when possible. And let me tell you... knowing I have to send them my progress is more motivation than most things. It's like an accountability like no other. And getting their chapters in return... the HIGHLIGHT of my day. Umm, ladies...you owe me some as we speak:)</div>
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Now I'm sure there are other things that motivate me. But it's more often than not the things that stifle motivation. Those inner demons, the exterior stresses. Like right now...I'm in the process of buying and selling a home. And as it's my first home on my own...yeah, that kind of stress sucks every ounce of motivation out of me. I spend all my time obsessing over things and when I try to write, well... not much happens. But thankfully, this doesn't happen very often. And let's not even start with family. The single mom thing can get real un-motivating at times, lol... </div>
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<a href="http://bronwyngreenblog.blogspot.com/2014/07/what-motivates-me.html" target="_blank">Bronwyn Green</a></div>
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<a href="http://jennytrout.com/?p=7926" target="_blank">Jenny Trout</a></div>
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Kris Norrishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11993030557412044608noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9170814940640144079.post-8568778677149131262014-07-23T05:00:00.000-07:002014-07-23T05:00:01.253-07:00Singing Radiohead at the top of our lungs…It's Wednesday and that means random thoughts time. This week is 'share a playlist'. Ohhh, I know my fellow bloggers are thinking I'll have nothing but Nickelback songs...and truthfully, some of my playlists are virtually Nickelback albums playing in a row. BUT...to prove I have other tastes besides my beloved Canadian band, I've chosen a different one to share.<br />
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This playlist is my current running list. It's an odd collection of artists, from rap to country, but it's the underlying current and beat of the music that's got me hooked right now. It's oddly depressing yet there's something in it that just grabs my pulse and won't let go. So without further delay…<br />
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Battle Cry: by Imagine Dragons<br />
Monster: by Imagine Dragons<br />
Bleeding Out: by Imagine Dragons<br />
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Remember the Name: by Fort Minor (another nice rap song...and great to run to)<br />
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Soldier: by Gavin DeGraw<br />
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Here's to Never Growing Up: by Avril Lavigne... and yes the title is lyrics from that song. I just freaking love it and I'm not a huge fan, but, it's all good...<br />
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Moves Like Jagger: by Maroon 5<br />
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The Riddle: by Five for Fighting<br />
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I Believe in Everything: by Matchbox Twenty (I love these guys and Rob Thomas solo stuff, too)<br />
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Savin' Me: by NICKELBACK... was there any doubt I'd have some... come on people, I'm Canadian... seriously...<br />
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Far Away: by NICKELBACK<br />
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Dare You to Move: by Switchfoot.<br />
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Colder Weather: by Zac Brown Band... I love these guys and have playlists of just their fave songs, but just this one on here...it's hauntingly depressing, lol.<br />
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Goodbye in Her Eyes: by Zac Brown Band<br />
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Sweet Annie: by Zac Brown Band<br />
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Here Without You: by 3 Doors Down<br />
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All at Once: by The Fray<br />
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<a href="http://bronwyngreenblog.blogspot.com/2014/07/the-playlist-i-needed-to-finish-my-last.html" target="_blank">Bronwyn Green</a><br />
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<a href="http://tessgrant.wordpress.com/" target="_blank">Tess Grant</a><br />
<a href="http://jennytrout.com/?p=7859" target="_blank">Jenny Trout</a><br />
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Okay, I know this show if for kids, but damn…I do love Phineas and Ferb. And those are lines from their awesome SUMMER song. I actually have it on a playlist.<br />
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So obviously, it's Wednesday, which means another episode of Randomness. And this week's topic—Favourite Summer Memories.<br />
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My initial thoughts are simple. NO SCHOOL. NO LUNCHES, NO DRIVING BACK AND FORTH. NO TELLING KIDS TO GO TO BED OR TRYING TO WAKE THEM UP. Just glorious peace.<br />
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Of course, that's not quite reality, but I will say, that since having kids, that is my most favourite aspect of summer. Having no schedules. No true obligations. I know this may shock some of you, but I'm not a big Schedule girl ;) I like to just go with it. So having to follow one, even as pathetic as we are at actually making it places according to that schedule, is a huge stressor for me. Now you know part of the reason I work from home, lol.<br />
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But let's move away from that. Here's a list of some favourite memories in no particular order…<br />
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Hands down, these are and will be some of the best memories I'll ever have. Cards Against Humanity, Eject eject, Samantha, and Jess...where the hell was his helmet! Skin graft....<br />
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These might not mean anything to anyone else, but damn, us ladies will laugh about them for years to come. Thanks to the fab gals that make that week memorable. I love you ladies.<br />
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And since I rarely post pics of myself...I'm working on it people...just go with me on this. Here's one from our annual pilgrimage up to Cooper Harbour. Bought the obligatory socks and got the kids some cool shirts. And hell, I'm smiling in this and well, I don't look totally on drugs, so....proof I actually went.<br />
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I think part of the reason I love this trip so much is also that I never really went lots of places during the summer when I was a kid. We had a cottage on Georgian Bay—about 3 hours north of Toronto—but my folks sold that when I was young. We had another retreat for a few years after that, but by the time I might have actually enjoyed it, it was gone, too. So summer became just a break from school. Or a summer job.<br />
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Another great memory—drive-in movies. God, do you guys even remember those? I freaking loved them, and the summer was really the only time we ever got to go. Mostly because it was still a big thing in the smaller towns, not Toronto, so being up north on vacation meant a trip to the drive-in. Which is my perfect excuse to post some pretty pictures...<br />
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I did have a cool trip a couple of years ago. I got the chance to do the TransRockies Challenge. It's a 7-day mountain bike race. And it was as epic as you'd think it was. It started off in Fernie, BC... and ended in Canmore, Alberta, which is hands down one of the most beautiful places in all of Canada...I'm betting the world. It's a picture-perfect postcard. And just being able to say I did that race...rode my bike for 7 days... okay, I pushed it far more than I thought. But I pushed it up freaking mountains. Mountains, people. But it's something I'll never forget and think helped define me in some ways. Or maybe it just allowed me to see who I really was. And seeing as it was during a pretty shitty time in my life, well...yeah, it's one of those times I'll cherish. </div>
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Okay, this isn't fair, because honestly, how the hell am I supposed to pick just ONE superpower? I mean, they all have their positives, but is it wrong I want them all? Flying would be great, but just flying? Can't I pair it with shooting fire from my hands or incredibly fast healing. What about ice for the times when fire won't help? Or controlling the weather. Storm is my daughter's favourite XMan. I'm sure it's no surprise that I'm partial to Wolverine... speaking of which...<br />
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Or do we get to go all Superman and have a few put together, because his all stemmed from the whole different planet thing. The flying, seeing through stuff, the lasers from his eyes, not to mention Hulk-like strength. Yeah, we should have a gander at him, too...</div>
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So a superpower. Which one? I'll be honest. My favourite Marvel character is actually the HULK. But his 'superpower' isn't really what I'd be looking for. Mostly because control is a huge issue and I'm not sure turning green when I get angry would work that well for me, at least not lately. I'd rarely be anything BUT green.</div>
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If I could have just one, it would be the power of the mind. I'm thinking shifting. Yeah, I'd want to be a shifter...and all that comes along with it. The increased senses, the increased healing. Hopefully some form of increased longevity... so maybe not immortality per se but hell, a few hundred years would be nice.</div>
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But I'd like the ability to change into more than one animal. So I guess I'd want to be a true shape shifter, not just a shifter that changes into their spirit animal. I'd want to be able to access every kind of animal, or at least within reason. So like mystique! Okay, Raven, as she's the good counterpart. So yeah, Raven. That's the lines I'm looking for, only I'd probably pick animals to shift into, not people. Well, sometimes, lol. Imagine the trouble you could get into! Hell yeah. And OMG... this way I could shift into my favourite Marvel guy. I could be the female version of the Hulk. All raging and green, only it wouldn't be my only form. Maybe the one I use the most, lol, but now that I'm thinking about it, the possibilities are endless. Blue skin and scales... or whatever they are... sure. Bring 'em. 'Cause I would rock, baby.</div>
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So that's my superpower. Hmmm, what does that say about me? That I want to be able to change my appearance? Let's not dig too deep folks. It's not a psych eval. Because my other wish would be to have infinite use of my brain, and let's face it, the world's not ready for that. Me... like Dr. Spencer Reid only on steroids? Let's all just think about that for a while and be glad I'm picking Mystique.</div>
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<br />Kris Norrishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11993030557412044608noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9170814940640144079.post-32408862782027193452014-07-02T05:00:00.000-07:002014-07-02T05:00:02.731-07:00When the dog bites, when the bee stings…Wow. It's Wednesday again, and man, I'm still dreaming of being up in the UP with the amazing women of this post. All but Tess were there and can I just say, I haven't laughed that hard in a freaking long time. Anne also joined us... so awesome to see people you miss. We've already started counting down for next year!<br />
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And it was actually odd missing a Wednesday Randomness post. Dare I say I'm enjoying the blogging thing? Be afraid people. Be very afraid.<br />
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So this week... More of my favourite things, only it's the edible version (and do I have a couple of pics for you that most definitely qualify). The lovely ladies have chosen food and drink. So we'll now just switch to a non-stop parade of chocolate...and diet coke interspersed with tea—from Tim Hortons.<br />
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So let's start with drinks, shall we. I seriously don't have many. I'm not a big alcoholic drinker. Not because I'm against it, lol. Mostly because my body doesn't really react well. Though I will state—for the record—that if I am to drink, some kind of sugary, fruit flavoured drink is what's going down. Mike's Hard Lemonade... black cheery flavour... is my current drink of choice. Though I'll try other flavours, lol.<br />
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My current standby drinks are water, diet coke and tea. But not just any tea. Gotta be steeped tea from my favourite Canadian shop... Tim Hortons. Oh look. I have a picture.<br />
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I've been making a conscious effort to drink less Diet Coke. I do know that the chemicals aren't that great for me, so I've cut back. And let's face it folks, something had to pick up the slack. And right...like it was going to be just have water. Please, I can't be completely healthy all the damn time. I need to live in the fast lane. Take my shit to the extreme!<br />
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I know. Just go with me on this one. And I swear they put something in the tea to make it addictive. Having to go nine days without it to go to the UP—torture. Pure and utter torture. But don't worry. I'm making up for lost time.<br />
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OH, and I hate coffee. Sorry. But yeah. Hate it.<br />
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And that's really it. I'm boring, people. Boring. I will drink flavoured water, but for faves... yeah, these three.<br />
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Let's move on to food, shall we. And spoiler alert…it's about as exciting.<br />
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So, while we were up at the UP, we had that conversation... if zombies ate us, what would we all taste like. So Bronwyn would be granola, and Jenny's thinking she's pure sugar, which delights me to no end. And Jenny looks at me and says... Norris would taste like lettuce. This also delighted me to no end. And yes, I love lettuce. I love salads. Salads are by far my favourite food. If I go out, I order a salad. It might be a fancy one, with cranberries or strawberries and nuts. Or it could be plain because the other options suck. But hands down. I'm probably going to order a salad. So much so my friends pick places on the grounds that they offer at least one salad.<br />
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A close second would be fruit. I love fruit. LOVE. IT. Apples, berries, watermelon, bananas…there aren't very many I don't enjoy. And dried fruit is a close second. OMG... the dried mangos here. Even my kids love them. And banana chips. Hell yeah. So, as you can imagine, I love to combine the two themes and have Fruit Salad ;) I'm just clever that way.<br />
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I think part of the reason I love this stuff so much is because once upon a time I was a vegetarian. So yeah, I love veggies, too. My dinner can be a bowl full of steamed veggies with some cheese melted over the top. My mouth is watering just thinking about it. So I think my body has just gotten used to having this stuff. Now I do love chicken. And will eat the odd steak, but I rarely eat red meat (it will be the cause of the zombie apocalypse... just you wait and see. All those hamburgers we eat at the fast food places...ground zero people.) And I could happily never eat any form of meat again and not miss it. Though currently, I do love me some chicken.<br />
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More chocolate. Yes, it needed to be listed twice. And you all know why.<br />
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Lastly, I do love me some bread. Now honestly, I rarely eat bread. Carbs and the like. But if I didn't worry about that kind of thing, I'd stuff down the bread daily. And nothing smells better than freshly baked bread. NOTHING.<br />
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