Friday, May 30, 2014

Fun Drink Friday - Smirnoff's Green Apple Vodka & Soda




WHAT'S INSIDE:

1.5 oz. Smirnoff Green Apple

3 oz. club soda

1 slice(s) lime(s)

HOW TO MIX IT:

Fill glass with ice. Add Smirnoff Green Apple Flavored Vodka and soda. Garnish with lime slice.

Ok, now this one is easy enough for me to mix together.

I suppose you could use a lemon lime soda if club soda isn't your thing. 


DRINK RESPONSIBLY!


Read more: http://www.smirnoff.com/en-us/newmain/vodka-drinks/drink-recipes/green-apple-vodka-soda.aspx#ixzz333tKmI7N

Wednesday, May 28, 2014

Wednesday's Herb - Mint Flavored Water

A great summer drink that my mom used to keep a pitcher of in the fridge was simply
Water, Mint and Lemon Slices.

Growing up we had several large herb gardens and our water was from the well (best in the world!)
We had mint, spearmint, peppermint...my fav is the spearmint 
OK, so...
A great way to 'flavor' your water without the huge price of buying it in the stores, and the great part...most was free except for buying the lemons.

Go to the garden and grab a handful of mint (stems are fine) rinse, cut a about four slices off the lemon (or as many as you like - remember, lemon is a strong,  so add to taste.)
Fill a pitcher with water, then shove mint and lemon slices into water and stick in the fridge to get cold.

It's wicked easy!!

Don't be afraid to play with it, you want more of a minty taste, add more mint, less lemon = a few less slices.

You can use store bought mint, but I find the taste isn't as strong as fresh grown.

Mint grows fast and is a very aggressive grower, so keep it contained, it will take over your gardens, and anything else it can find to latch onto.

Monday, May 26, 2014

Memorial Day


Today we remember our fallen. Those who died in the line of duty to protect family and country.

Remember this day
Respect the survivors and their families
Honor our fallen.

Freedom isn't free, thank a veteran!

Proud to be an AMERICAN!!

Sunday, May 25, 2014

My Book has been Blitzed over at The Book Cove!

Woot, woot!!


I love having a promo post with them!!


Who says guardians can’t be sexy and sassy with one hell of a right hook.
Alston guardian Olivia Roven knows how dangerous her job can be, and has felt the darkness that can tear families apart. Rushing home to save her aunt from a Dragon Hunter, Olivia discovers a bigger plot against Alston.

Livi radiates sassiness, especially toward Tommy Moilanin, her former childhood friend, and unbeknownst to Livi…her future mate. Kept apart so she could concentrate on her training, Livi realizes how strong her bond with Tommy is.

Tommy is a Lyken warrior, strong and proud, and he makes sure Livi’s guardian side understands his dominance as their bond grows into a relationship they both yearn for.




And Keep an eye out for:
The Minotaur's Mate
Releasing July 2014
with WCPT




Sunday, May 18, 2014

Final Story to The Other Kin Series - The Guardian's Bond


Who says guardians can’t be sexy and sassy, with one hell of a right hook? 

Alston guardian, Olivia Roven, knows how dangerous her job can be, and has felt the darkness that can tear families apart. Rushing home to save her aunt from a Dragon Hunter, Olivia discovers a bigger plot against Alston. 

Livi radiates sassiness, especially toward Tommy Moilanin, her former childhood friend, and unbeknownst to Livi…her future mate. Kept apart so she could concentrate on her training, Livi realizes how strong her bond with Tommy is. 

Tommy is a Lyken warrior, strong and proud, and he makes sure Livi’s guardian side understands his dominance, as their bond grows into a relationship they both yearn for.

****

Livi lifted her gaze to the council members. “I meant what I said. I haven’t been out there twiddling my thumbs. I’ve been learning how to better defend Alston against anything that might come up. I’ve made friends and I’ve trained well. I know what I’m doing and I’m asking for the chance to finish this out. Let me do what I have to, let me be the Guardian I am, the Guardian I’ve trained to be.” Her gut twisted as they looked at each other, mentally syncing to discuss what would be happening. Her nostrils flared sensing Tommy stepping closer to her and stopped when the council met her gaze. Livi blew out a breath slowly as Elder Noela informed her that she would continue to stay close to this Hunter on Alston and inform the Security Forces daily of her findings. She was also to keep a mental line open to any member within hearing in case she needed help.

“ I accept your stipulations and I will follow them. Also know that Triton is a call away to help, but with Pele getting ready to deliver their first child, he’s decided to stay close to Hawaii.” Bowing, she turned and left the chamber with Tommy and Peter close behind.

“ I don’t like it,” Tommy said.

“ Oh, I know that,” Livi replied as she unzipped her ceremonial robes, heading to the women’s side of the chamber.

“ Christ, Livi.”

“ What?” she asked turning, zipper stopping at her navel.

“ Can’t you even wear underclothes?” he asked as Peter chuckled.

Livi smiled. “No, I hate them.”

“ Must be the Fae in you.”

Livi snorted. “Hell no, it’s the Lyken.” Turning back around she let the robe drop, catching it with one hand as she entered the women’s door, knowing she gave him a good view of her backside.

“ She’s going to be the death of me,” Tommy groaned to her soft laughter.

****

The Guardian's Bond along with the rest of The Other Kin Series can be found at:

for $2.99

****
Here's a little teaser...
There's a book coming in July
More to come.



Sunday, May 11, 2014

Happy Mother's Day!!


To all moms of kids, fur babies, and anything you can be a mom to. 

It's not easy, but that's what makes us Mom's! 
Skinned knees, roughed up fur, it's all good and fixable with a little boo boo medicine and a kiss on the forehead. 

So rejoice to know that you are THE MOM in the eyes of your kidlets.
and when they ask you what you want...
you can say ...
or you can say ...
Grab me C.A. Salo's new book


Saturday, May 3, 2014

Sample - The Guardian's Bond - Now Available


Who says guardians can’t be sexy and sassy, with one hell of a right hook? 

Alston guardian, Olivia Roven, knows how dangerous her job can be, and has felt the darkness that can tear families apart. Rushing home to save her aunt from a Dragon Hunter, Olivia discovers a bigger plot against Alston. 

Livi radiates sassiness, especially toward Tommy Moilanin, her former childhood friend, and unbeknownst to Livi…her future mate. Kept apart so she could concentrate on her training, Livi realizes how strong her bond with Tommy is. 

Tommy is a Lyken warrior, strong and proud, and he makes sure Livi’s guardian side understands his dominance, as their bond grows into a relationship they both yearn for.

****

Livi looked to the left to see Tommy, dressed in his black uniform of BDU pants, t-shirt and combat boots, walking toward her. She snarled when her pussy contracted. “Are you following me?”

“ And if I was?”

“ I’d tell you to beat feet.” Livi’s smile dropped as he came closer.

“ I never said I couldn’t stand the sight of you. Those words came from your mouth.”

Her gaze narrowed. “I’m not the one who backed away and stayed there.”

“ With good reason, and you still haven’t learned a lesson obviously.”

She tilted her head to meet his eyes as Tommy stood a good foot taller than her own five-four. “What’s that supposed to mean?”

“ How easily you flirt with men you don’t know. Is that what Triton has been teaching you all these years?”

“ Up yours, ass-wipe.” Going to step around him, Livi gasped when he grabbed her arm hauling her to his chest.

“ Are you even a virgin still or have you come into season?” he growled.

Livi jerked her arm away from him and stepped back. “What the hell does it matter to you? It’s not like you are.”

“ That’s different.”

“ The hell it is. I know Lyken males start the full moon mating between the ages of sixteen and eighteen, when was yours, Tommy? When did you take your first bitch?” she snapped.

“ If I don’t take a pack bitch when the mating urge comes, I could die, Olivia. You know this,” he snapped back.

“ So what? Why is it such a big deal if I’ve had sex or not? I’m twenty-eight years old.”

Tommy growled, his canines elongating. “Have you come into season yet?”

“ Yes!”

“ With who?”

Livi’s canines descended from her anger over this stupid conversation and yelled the first thing that came to mind. “The Prince of Atlantis!”

“ There’s five of them!”

Livi took a deep breath and smiled at him as she stepped away, tossing her hair like a diva over her shoulder as she turned her back to him and walked away... 

Now Available with 



Friday, May 2, 2014

Fun Drink Friday - Grape Sparkler

Photo CREDIT: KEN BURRIS



Strained, pureed red grapes are the base for this sweet and tangy grape cocktail. If you have very sweet grapes, you might not need the full amount of honey. Taste as you go. For a special treat, freeze extra whole grapes ahead of time and float them in the drink along with the ice cubes.



Ingredients
U.S.MetricConversion chart
  • 4 cup(s) seedless red grapes, plus more for garnish
  • 2 tablespoon(s) lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoon(s) honey
  • 2 cup(s) seltzer
  • 6 ounce(s) (3/4 cup) vodka

Directions
  1. Puree grapes in a blender. Pour the puree through a fine-mesh strainer set over a medium bowl or large measuring cup. Press on the solids to extract all the juice. Add lemon and honey to the juice; stir until the honey is dissolved. Add seltzer and vodka. Divide among 4 ice-filled glasses. Garnish with whole grapes.
Carb Servings: 2 1/2. fruit Carbohydrate Servings: 2 1/2. Nutrition Bonus: Vitamin C (35% daily value).

Yields: 4 servings
Total Time: 15 min
Prep Time: 15 min

Nutritional Information
(per serving)
Calories236
Total Fat--
Saturated Fat--
Cholesterol--
Sodium4mg
Total Carbohydrate37g
Dietary Fiber1g
Sugars--
Protein1g
Calcium--