The days have moved past the holidays and on to winter weather and better news for our health. And then last week…SNOW! Snow doesn’t come often where I live. So, when the weathercasters began predicting snow, everything became more alive and exciting. Two days till Snow Day. One day till Snow Day. The morning of…
Author: Vicki Batman
Funny, sweet, and quirky, Vicki's stories are full of her hallmark humor and romance and will delight all readers. She has sold many best-selling and award-winning romantic comedy works to magazines, several publishers, and, most recently, three romantic comedy mysteries.
An avid Jazzerciser. Handbag lover. Mahjong player. Yoga practitioner. Movie fan. Book devourer. Chocoholic. Best Mom ever. And adores
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The Holiday Checklist: Tree-check; Giftwrapping-um; Baking-err
Yikes, one week to go! I hope all of you aren’t in frantic mode. I decorated the tree and am so pleased with how it looks. For our family, a real tree is the only way to go. Check out: That star thing on top I found last year. It’s groovey. And I bought the…
Vicki Batman – Vintage Christmas
My mom was a crafty person. I don’t think she ever thought she couldn’t do something. I remember her making many Christmas things–a felt decorated tablecloth, sequined ornaments, Christmas stockings. Something about appreciating handmade things has always been a part of me. So over many years, I have collected those things. When I began, I…
Confessions of a Thanksgiving Hostess
I’d like to say I’m organized
The Countdown Begins!
I want to talk about a favorite of mine
What’s your creative weapon of choice? Brushes, pens, or pencils?
Pencils? That’s what you use, Vicki? Seriously? If you ran into me working, you’ll probably see three things–4×4 ruled sticky notes, a large calendar book, and yellow mechanical pencils. Yes, pencils. I wouldn’t use a brush. I’m so not a painter like our beloved Kathryn. As for pens? A long time ago, I took shorthand….
What Provides Inspiration? Certainly not a Colonoscopy
Like many of you, staying at home because of Covid gave Handsome and I have found inspiration to work on projects around the house. We are avid fans of HGTV. So we have been educated enough to be dangerous. We’ve worked on the yard. Reworked our garages, adding new openers and electrical outlets for future…
That’s Entertainment!
Staying home means finding things for Handsome and me to do. We love movies and thank goodness for TCM. Old movies rock. And no matter how many times I watch an oldie but goodie, I’ll watch it again. Here’s some I love: Bridget Jones’ Diary-romantic comedy: a reinterpretation of Jane Austen’s Pride and Prejudice….
Starry Night
When we look up at the heavens, we are captivated by the stars. They winkle and twinkle. They form constellations. We are guided by them. Isn’t it joyous to lay on soft grass and stare up with a loved one by our side? I love all things Christmas. I have many wonderful memories of decorating the…
Childhood Memory of Christmas
When I was younger, my family’s next-door neighbor, gave my mom a Christmas gift. Instantly, I fell in love. She was made of styrofoam, fuzzy pipe cleaners, sequins, and curly hair. A regular pipe cleaner was used to fasten her to the top of the Christmas tree which Mom did for many years. Until she…
