Sherry’s Shelves #1

Posted on February 2, 2014 by fundinmental

Sunday Post is Hosted by Kimba the Caffeinated Book Reviewer and
Stacking the Shelves is Hosted by Tynga’s Reviews

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Welcome to Sherry’s Shelves.

New Arrivals to the fundinmental blog

*all images are linked to Amazon (I am an affiliate)*

Dark Pool and Ocean of Fear by Helen Hanson.

I received her newsletter and these surprises were there for the taking. Thank you Helen. I love water and thrillers, so I am happy to add them to my reading list.

~~*For Review*~~

Big Money by Jack Getze

I received this paperback from the author for a tour review. I am not a stranger to Jack’s writing, so I look forward to more high jinks with Austin Carr.Thanks Jack.

Strong Enough To Die (A Caitlin Strong Novel) by Jon Land

I received this ebook from the author because I reviewed The Tenth Circle (see below) and he thought I might like to meet Caitlin. I am looking forward to it, Jon.

~~*Gifted or Won*~~

Don’t Cry Over Killed Milk by Stepehn Kaminski

I love the title and entered a giveaway on fuonlyknew. YAY me. I won! Thank you Stephen and Laura. I love the cover and mysteries, so I think I will enjoy this.

~~*Purchased and Freebies*~~

Free Falling by Susan Kiernan-Lewis. FREE. Check for “0”.

I can’t remember how I found this freebie on Amazon, but I have read several books by Susan and am always happy to get my hands on another one. Thank you Susan.

The Identity Thief by C Michael Forsyth

I picked this up as an Amazon freebie. Can’t remember where I heard about it, but the rocking cover caught me quick. Thanks C Michael for the freebie.

Last Week on the Blog

Omaha Omaha by Boo Hoo Brady

He would have his Revenge – Shadow of Vengeance by Kristine Mason with Kobo Giveaway

Teaser Tuesday #8 – Time Traveling with Ella in The Cairo Effect by Susan Kiernan-Lewis

A wonderful blend of the past and the present – The Tenth Circle by Jon Land Tour Giveaway

Sunny Florida turns into a Winter Wonderland – My Adventures #7

Love Like the Movies Buzz Tour – Awesome Giveaway

Excerpt Blast from the Gods – Deep End of the Sea by Heather Lyons

Launch, ARC Review & Giveaway I Am Forever by Wynne Channing

New Release – Dark Innocence by Madeline Pryce

This Week on the Blog

I never know what might pop up that I would like to share, but this is what I have scheduled at the time of this post, subject to change.

FREE days for Jackpot by Susan Fleet

Monday Mini #8 – Evil runs free without the Watchdogs – Open Meetings by Joyce T Strand

Teaser Tuesday

Do you believe in the boogeyman? – When The Dead Whisper by Tara Neidereff – Review & Giveaway

Undead Tour – The Zombie West Trilogy by Angela Scott & Review

Friday 56

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Sunny Florida turns into a Winter Wonderland – My Adventures #7

Posted on January 29, 2014 by fundinmental

I would like to welcome you to my world, the Sunshine State of Florida.

I looked out my window this morning, hoping for some sunshine and…..

So Mr Wonderful and I went out to shoot the Ice Storm of 2014.

I thought Michigan was the Winter Wonderland, but I guess Mother Nature wants to keep us on our toes.

I don’t think we we will be sailing any time soon.

The flamingo below was relocated to Florida via Cape Cod, Mass and Rochester, New York. She is not a stranger to cold weather, but I don’t think she ever expected this.

The birds won’t be bathing today, but come back tomorrow and it will be in the 40s with sunshine.

The plants don’t know whether it is spring, fall or winter. One day a bloom, the next……

We took a lot more, but I think you get the DRIFT.

Thank you for visiting the Fundins.

Y’all come back now.

All photographs courtesy of and owned by the Fundins.

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Omaha Omaha by Boo Hoo Brady

Posted on January 26, 2014 by fundinmental

I am a die hard Michigan Wolverine fan and my blood runs blue.

I love Tom Brady and rooted for him, all the way, but…….

This video had me cracking up. The more I watched it, the more I laughed.

So, if you are like me, you will be clicking again and again.

Enjoy and have a FANtastic weekend.

How many times did you watch it (lol)?

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My Adventures #6 – Go Daddy Mardi Gras Parade

Posted on January 12, 2014 by fundinmental

Welcome to the Gulf Coast.

The Go Daddy Bowl football game was held in Mobile, Alabama this past week. The teams:

Arkansas State 23 vs Ball State 20

A Mardi Gras Parade was held in their honor.

Boston Red Sox pitcher, Jake Peavy, also put in an appearance and rode in the lead car.

Mr Wonderful, my hubby, is an avid Red Sox fan, so had to arrive early enough to catch Jake Peavy before the parade began.

He was super excited to meet Jake, who signed a couple balls for him and posed for some photos.

It was a little chilly, but who can resist a parade?

There were trains, mermaids and dragons.

Mardi Gras began in Mobile, Alabama in 1703 and is the oldest United States carnival. Mardi Gras season is just around the corner, so come on back. I have a lot more to show you.

Mardi Gras is the biggest party I have ever been to. How about you? What’s the biggest party you ever attended?

I have been to a lot of parades and balls, with plans to be there for many more. I even posed with a dragon once, but that is a story for another day.

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Friday 56 #2 – Zombies in the Wild West – Dead Plains by Angela Scott

Posted on January 10, 2014 by fundinmental

The Friday 56 hosted by Freda’s Voice.

The only rules are to grab a book (any book), turn to page 56 or 56% in your eReader and find any sentence, or a few (no spoilers) that grabs you and post it.

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Dead Plains (The Zombie West Trilogy, Book III) by Angela Scott

“Killing a horde of Zombies and then bringing us a gift seems pretty unselfish to me.”

Her clothes were tattered, her feet bare, and her snow-white hair tangled around her gaunt face in knots and snarls. A machete dangled from her fingers and her bandana hung loose around her neck.

(appox. 56% of Kindle copy)

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Dead Plains (The Zombie West Trilogy, Book III) by Angela Scott

People aren’t always what they seem, as Red has experienced all too well. Strangers are feared, towns are avoided, and everyone’s intentions are scrutinized… even those of the people closest to her. Her coveted ability has been revealed to far too many people, and now that a tiny heartbeat thumps and grows beneath her own, the risk has never been greater. As the group of ten searches for a safe haven, a place to finally call home, the sobering reality of it all finally settles over them: nowhere is safe, nothing is permanent, and death is everywhere. One by one, Red’s reluctant posse grows smaller, as death claims some, and circumstance claims others. It couldn’t be a worse time to bring a newborn into the world… but the baby is coming

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“Babies are super cute – until they want to eat you.” Wanted: Dead or Undead by Angela Scott – my 5 star review.

I take my hat off to this Zombie Western – Survivor Roundup, Book II of the Zombie West Series, by Angela Scott – my 5 star review.

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My Adventures – A Winter Wonderland – Niagara Falls

Posted on December 31, 2013 by fundinmental

I am a sun lover, so when I lived in Rochester, New York for ten years, I had to come up with something that would get me outside.

My love of photography came to my rescue.

It didn’t make me forget about the cold, but it did give me the incentive to venture out. Especially, when there are scenes like the ones below to capture my love of nature.

Niagara Falls in Winter (c) Sherry Fundin

The ice and snow covers everything in a beautiful white blanket and the world around me seems silent.

The power of the water is mesmerizing.

I feel alone, as if the moment was created just for me.

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Yes, there is a Santa Claus!

Posted on December 21, 2013 by fundinmental

I have been soooooo good this year, that Santa came by my house early, courtesy of the local Fire Department.

MERRY CHRISTMAS

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My Adventures – Cruisin’ to New Orleans

Posted on December 20, 2013 by fundinmental

ROAD TRIP – headin’ to the Big Easy – that’s Nawlins for the uninitiated.

I have been here many times and still marvel at the uniqueness that is New Orleans.

What a great time of year to visit. Christmas decorations light up the streets, making me twist and turn my head, so I don’t miss anything. My camera finger is flicking away, taking photographs as quickly as the camera can cycle through.

I located my hotel, then parked the car. Starting my walk at the French Market, I ogle the goodies that are displayed. How about a little window shopping?

I can smell the beignets and hot chocolate at Cafe du Monde calling to me. While enjoying my snack and taking a break from walking, I watch the street musicans playing some Jazz and the street performers entertaining the crowd. I love to people watch, and this is a perfect place to do so.

Of course, we have to cross the street and pet the donkeys, all the while taking photographs as we pass Jackson Square. These are two signatures of New Orleans that you don’t want to miss.

We went to City Park – visited the New Orleans Museum of Art and stopped to enjoy the Cajun Christmas light display at Christmas in the Oaks. There is a train you can ride, but I chose to walk so I could take my time on the things that I enjoyed the most, like this magical creature.

I had a great dinner/breakfast at Daisy Dukes, where the food abounds and the Bloody Mary’s are bottomless.

I stayed at The Ambassador. My room had huge wooden beams, with a glass door and windows that open to the hallways of the hotel. It says The French Quarter to me. I enjoyed their delicious breakfast, before I set out on day two. The Ambassador is in close proximity to many New Orleans features, making it possible to walk the area.

On the way home, I felt the need to stretch my legs. What better place than Margaritaville for a couple of cocktails and some lunch. Of course, I had to pull a slot lever or two and try my luck. It’s always nice if someone else picks up my trip tab.