Mars Winston blogs for
The Domestic Diva Mysteries
by Krista Davis
I confess that I've been afraid to blog for Krista. I know a lot of you aren't crazy about me because Sophie and I divorced. Don't start yelling at me, please. It just happened. We were both so busy, and we went our separate ways. We're still good friends. Maybe better friends than when we were married, actually. I chalk that up to being a little older and wiser.
Did you know that Natasha and I aren't married? I've heard Sophie say that Natasha and I set up housekeeping together. That's a funny way to put it. I don't know what it's really called. Significant others? Coupled? My mother calls it shacking up and uses a tone of unmistakable disapproval. She never pushed me to marry Natasha, though. I suppose Mom never forgot about Natasha trying to put her in a nursing home. Those two never did get along.
It's another super busy year for me because of the elections. As a political consultant, I'm out of town more than I'm home these days.
The curious thing about being away from home is that it puts things in perspective. I don't know why that happens. You'd think it would be the opposite. Maybe the air just clears. I don't dwell on my personal life very often. Bernie thinks that's because I'm a guy. Who knows?
Natasha broke my leg a few months ago. She felt pretty rotten about that and built me the most unbelievable man cave I've ever seen. As it turned out, it was probably a good thing my leg broke (never thought I'd say that!), because I bunked over at Sophie's house and was able to help her in The Diva Steals a Chocolate Kiss.
Yeah, sometimes the dust settles when you're away from home. I feel like I can see everything more clearly now. It's time for me to finally do the right thing.
How about you? Have you ever gone away and realized what you needed to do?
To coax me into blogging today, Krista said I could give away a copy of THE DIVA SERVES HIGH TEA. Leave a comment with your email address, please, so Krista can contact you if you win. Good Luck!
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Sometimes it helps to take a step away from everything in order to focus and see the situation with "fresh" eyes. (I have done that.) I can't wait to see the new adventures in Diva series! Thank you for the giveaway.
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I find when I go away everything happens. Like a flood in the bsement
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ReplyDeleteIt definately helps to take a step back sometimes and reevaluate. These books are a wonderful escape and help me to relax and wind down. I love reading about Sophie and her friends...not sure about Natasha. (I'm really hoping Mars leaves Natasha but I trust everything will work out.) [email protected]
ReplyDeleteMars!! I really haven't had to use going away to gain perception, but there are things I'd like to avoid. Like lawn mowing. Thanks to you and Krista!
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Yes I see things more clearly when I have gone away. I can come up with plans on how to do things around the house and set goals for myself. [email protected]
ReplyDeleteGetting away from a situation does help clarify things. Sometimes you realize how unimportant some things are! [email protected]
ReplyDeleteCan't wait to see what the right thing will be. I have some thoughts, but I'm sure they won't materialize!
ReplyDeleteNormally I go away to forget all the things I have to do and I'm too damned tired to do them anymore.
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Love the books , keeps me guessing who did it. On my toes waiting to read this !!!!! Sue Kope @ [email protected]
ReplyDeleteI have been such a big fan of this series from the very first sentence from the very first book!
ReplyDeleteI always look forward to Diva adventures!
ReplyDeleteWonderful series. Thanks for this feature and giveaway. I have stayed put and contemplated the situation and made a decision. saubleb(at)gmail(dot)com
ReplyDeleteUsually when I go away it's because I need to as there is so much going on that I just need to get away from it all for a week or two. Love books that keep you guessing to the end on who did it. [email protected]
ReplyDeleteThe Diva's are delightful. Many times I did want to leave in order to have necessary perspective which does help, but I remained where I was. elliotbencan(at)hotmail(dot)com
ReplyDeleteThanx fir the opportunity. Changing your mind/venue/actions can change your perception....and that's what magic is....als(at)foxgull(dot)com
ReplyDeleteIt is really good to still be friends. Some are to nasty about things. Taking a step back is one of the advantages of having a pet. When my kitty comes in wanting attention. Often I am frustrated at the interruption. But after about 3 minutes I am more relaxed and able to work more easily, steadily. And it helps to get the creative juices flowing more smoothly. Definitely a plus to have pets around. I have yet to get started on this series. The synopsis on the different books have been very intriguing and am looking forward to reading them. I am hoping this will be a start. Della at [email protected]
ReplyDeleteLove the books! Can't wait to read this one. [email protected]
ReplyDeleteI love this series and hope to see many, many more. [email protected]
ReplyDeleteI love reading this series! Would love to win a copy. I also LOVE to collect autographed Cozy authors' books! I have a very special shelf for them. Merry [email protected]
ReplyDeleteI love this series and can't wait to see what issues came into focus for Mars! Thanks for the chance to win. [email protected]
ReplyDeleteI love both series. They have brought me much entertainment during a rough period of my life.Thank you!!!!
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I love reading these books! (I also love high tea so this should be great fun). Thanks so much. [email protected]
ReplyDeleteI love reading these books! (I also love high tea so this should be great fun). Thanks so much. [email protected]
ReplyDeleteI have a couple of friends that had a not so good marriage, but their friendship is wonderful. Just happens that way sometimes. This book sounds awesome!!
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Mars, Mars, Mars....I can't wait for you to figure out what you need to do but for goodness sakes, leave Sophie out of it - lol! Yes, I agree, when I take a step back (not go away, per se), breathe, and refocus I can usually see things in a clearer light and figure out what exactly I need to do. Happy Friday! Nicole [email protected]
ReplyDeleteI can think of one incident. I had a disagreement with my son in the morning right before I headed out to do Christmas shopping. I stayed out as long as I could because I was so hurt. On my way home I still didn't want to face the situation so I pulled into a track of new homes that were unoccupied. After a few minutes a car swooped up driven by a security guard. He asked what I was doing there. I told him I had been shopping all day and just needed a few minutes to regroup before going home. I guess he could tell I was upset and said do you want to talk about it? I said I'm fine. He said are you sure, I'm a good listener. Suddenly I just wanted to get home, the last thing I needed was therapy from a security guard. I restated that I was fine. He left and I quickly started my car and drove home. I was so embarrassed. There's a happy ending though. When I pulled into driveway my son came out, gave me a hug and apologized. Everyone was wondering where I was because I came late, boy did I have a story to tell them.
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