Happy New Year 2014!!!

I have really fallen behind on posting new updates, events and such this past month but of course the holidays are usually one of the busiest days of the year.  This past year 2013, I have been faced with some set-backs, but they have not altered my plans as a writer and I intend to make the upcoming year my year to truly shine.

 
I hope everyone can say they had a wonderful holiday season but I know many have suffered through hardships, break-ups and or a loss of a loved one so for them I pray the New Year brings them hope for a brighter and better year.

I want to thank everyone who has followed me either here, on FB or my affiliated Blogs such as Satin Sheets Romance and The Romance Troupe.  We have had many successful Blog Hops, met new authors and anticipate getting to learn about many others who have come to us later in the year.  2014 will undoubtedly bring us a lot closer to our goals and dreams for sure.  Let's make these resolutions a reality and if you can't,
never give up trying, it shall soon come to pass.

HAPPY NEW YEAR 2014!!! 

Thanksgiving Blessings!!!

When we count our many blessings

It isn’t hard to see…

That what we value most in life

Are the treasures that are free...

For it’s not the things

that we possess that signify our wealth

But the blessings that are priceless…

Like our family, friends and health...

Wishing you a very warm and wonderful Thanksgiving!

Holiday Hop Officially Over!!!

Our latest Holiday Hop is now over.  It was great seeing the many recipes and winners will be announced via The Romance Troupe page, so please click on banner for main drawing winners selected.

THE WINNER OF THE EARRINGS

HAS BEEN SELECTED

VIA RANDOM.ORG AS...

Crystal Gregory

Congratulations Crystal & hope you truly enjoy them!!!

Thank you for your participation one and all and Happy Thanksgiving!

Holiday Blog Hop & Giveaway

Welcome Authors 

and Bloggers!

November 13th - November 18th

Title: Home for the Holidays Hop

Hosted and Sponsored by the authors and bloggers of: THE ROMANCE TROUPE

Grand Prize Shopping Spree: $300-600 Amazon Gift Card or Paypal Cash

Second Place Grand Prize: (1) E-Book from every participating Author

Details:
about Hop can be found by clicking on sidebar banner on right.
Don't miss out on this one, gonna be a delight to sink into some or all of these recipes.

Please spread the word...

Pumpkin Flan Recipe 

Ingredients: 

Flan

4 eggs

1 can condensed milk

1 can of evaporated milk

8 oz Cream Cheese

12 Ounces of Pumpkin Puree

Caramel

1 cup of sugar

2 ounces of water

Directions

Step 1

To make caramel: In a dry sauté pan over medium heat, melt sugar slowly until golden brown. Sugar will become extremely hot so be very careful not to touch it with your hands.

Step 2

Once the sugar is completely melted, add 2 ounces warm water. Stir till blended and remove from stove.

Step 3

Blend ingredients for flan in a blender till smooth.

Step 4

In an 11' Flan mold  place  caramel  in the bottom of the mold. Add flan mixture.

Step 5

Bake in a water bath at 300°F for approximately 45-90 minutes or until flan has set firm. Cool & Serve.

Anyone who participates, and leaves their email within comment section below will be added to my personal giveaway of a beautiful set of earrings.  

 Winner will be determined at the end of the hop via random.org

Don't wait! Join the Hop and Visit all participating Authors & Bloggers, you'll be pleased with all they have to offer.  

THANKS  FOR STOPPING BY, FOLLOWING ME, PARTICIPATING IN THE HOP & YOUR SWEET COMMENTS.  I ENJOY WORKING  WITH THE ROMANCE TROUPE GROUP & ALWAYS HAVE EXTRA FUN WITH THE HOPS.  I AM VERY GLAD YOU ENJOYED THE RECIPES SHARED & WISH YOU ALL A TRULY HAPPY & WONDERFUL THANKSGIVING!!!   BEST OF LUCK TO YOU ALL & BELOW ARE THE EARRINGS I WILL BE GIVING AWAY TO ONE LUCKY WINNER.  HOPE YOU LIKE THEM & MANY, MANY THANKS TO YOU ALL ONCE AGAIN, YOU ARE ALL WINNERS TO ME!!!

Love is Always Required

Relationships these days can be very tricky, many go into it because they are tired of being alone and want to believe their love will last, and then there are the few who are very lucky and finally find what they always desired or wanted from their mate.

All relationships need commitment, dedication, devotion; trust and respect if you want it to succeed.  In addition to the above you also need to have loyalty, trust and communication open at all times.  If anyone of these things is missing there is no way you can expect to find a lasting and meaningful relationship. Every relationship needs these key elements to survive, and ignoring any can be fatal. 

It is easy to fall in love with someone if you have a bit of chemistry and enjoy being with one another, but your main focus if you want it to be real. To continue to grow stronger as a couple you must be in it wholeheartedly.  You must not only think of your feelings but that of your mate.  Don't let bad judgments or insecurities put a damper or strain on your relationship. 

There will be some downs and with that disagreements but they are just that and can always be worked on together, so keep loving, keep appreciating and keep improving as all good things get better with time and most importantly never forget to always love every step of the way. 



Copyright (c) 2013~Susan B. Anna