July 9, 2024
Casting Whimsy Vito Tea Review
Published by Rita Mock-Pike at July 9, 2024
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Casting Whimsy Vito Tea Review

The dark richness of the black tea hits first but quickly becomes overpowered by the amaretto flavors that rise from organic almonds, chocolate paillettes, and amaretto extract. Each of the key ingredients dance across the aroma arc over the tin, vividly painting the visual of the perfect evening cup as you watch the sunset and delight in good things.
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July 2, 2024
tea mug on a desk - the long dark teatime of the soul
Published by Rita Mock-Pike at July 2, 2024
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Sunday Arvo Waltz with the Long, Dark Teatime of the Soul

My soul resonates with Douglas Adams’ quote, yet stubbornly butts up against it, as my usual week, my usual time, my rest-seeking soul fights the dullness of the nine-to-five “assurance” of the world which calls me “wrong” for creating, “right” for stressing, and “weird” for seeking more than assurance that paychecks come and exhaustion reigns.
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June 26, 2024
Taylors of Harrogate Blackberry & Raspberry Tea - review cover
Published by Rita Mock-Pike at June 26, 2024
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Taylors of Harrogate Blackberry & Raspberry Tea Review

Each time I sniff this tea, my tastebuds literally start to salivate. The dark, richness of the black tea blends beautifully with the sweet, tart, tangy fruit for a powerful, titillating aroma. As I breathe in the aroma, I can’t resist then drinking the tea after a long draught of the aroma, which is exactly what the scent of anything edible should do.
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June 20, 2024
She Serves the Realm - book cover for review
Published by Rita Mock-Pike at June 20, 2024
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She Serves the Realm, a Book Review

Written with intriguing skill, impeccable research, and delightful imagery, She Serves the Realm, the fourth book in the No Man is Her Master Series, opens upon the next scene carrying forward from the previous. As the third book held to, the first chapter in the saga of Christina Kohl, posing as her brother, Sir Frederick, immediately pulls you into the backstory without overloading you with details.
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June 13, 2024
you are loved - a blessing for those in urgent moments - cover image with text over candles
Published by Rita Mock-Pike at June 13, 2024
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A Blessing for Those in Urgent Moments

May the peace of assurance rest upon your shoulders like a soft cloak that warms you in winter. May the song of joy fill your heart with energy like a bird’s call fills the early spring air.
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June 10, 2024
planters on a bench, filled with colorful flowers - creative garden
Published by Rita Mock-Pike at June 10, 2024
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My Magical Pocket of Garden Beauty

While I have no control over the weather or when the condo board hires folks to spread the mulch that can ruin any seeds already planted, I do have the creative ability to create a stunning garden space.
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June 9, 2024
colorful lights in a garden
Published by Rita Mock-Pike at June 9, 2024
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When You Need Some Garden Beauty, a Linkind Solar Lights Review

I was recently asked to provide an honest review for a collection of Linkind Solar Lights and I eagerly accepted the invitation: I adore solar lights! I also felt the need for some added light along the pathway to make it easier for my mother, who uses a wheelchair, to navigate the sidewalk and patio space into our home safely.
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April 18, 2024
Jerrie Mock - first woman to fly around the world - image of her airplane on red background, title "The Flying Housewife"
Published by The MockingOwls at April 18, 2024
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The Flying Housewife, A True Story – Audio Drama

Welcome to our first full cast, feature-length audio drama! The true story of Jerrie Mock, the first woman to fly around the world. Listen along as the full cast tells the story of Jerrie's great adventure around the world in 1964, claiming the title officially on April 17, after 29.5 days.
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March 6, 2024
photo of book cover - Keep Your Voice Healthy - in teal and beige-pink
Published by Rita Mock-Pike at March 6, 2024
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Keep Your Voice Healthy: A Review for Singers, Actors, Podcasters, and Others Who Use Their Voices Regularly

Take the advice for protecting your voice during illness seriously. Use the suggestions as you perform with your instrument as if they were gospel. Welcome the sometimes-gross descriptions of your inner workings so you can better know how to use, protect, and save those vocal cords.
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March 4, 2024
Pinky Up Red Velvet Cake Tea review image - with tea and cup on pink fabric
Published by Rita Mock-Pike at March 4, 2024
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Pinkies Up for Some “Red Velvet” Pleasure, a Tea Review

By the name of the tea, I would have expected Pinky Up Red Velvet Cake Tea to contain cocoa or cocoa-like flavorings. Instead, as I opened the tin and smelled, I realized the product may well be misnamed. I double-checked the website and nope. It’s the correct label for the tea.
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March 2, 2024
electric guitar on amp with swirls in background - writing prompts: music story prompts
Published by Rita Mock-Pike at March 2, 2024
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Writing Prompts in Images: Music Story Prompts

This year, we thought we'd try a series of content for writers in visual format: writing prompts in images. Being a huge music nerd who's reviving her love of performance, I thought I'd start with music story prompts. It may be a bit niche but you never know what these images could spark for your writing exercises or even those novels you've been puttering your way through. Enjoy!
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