Inspirations, the Stories Space Coffee House: If you're reading this it just might mean I'm back, sorta. If you're not reading this, well, congratulations.

Halloween cupcakes for you.

Yay, cupcakes!!! scarfs one

To go with those, I will put on some Coffee Shop of Horrors Black Dog (Costa Rican). For teas, there's a Pumpkin Spice Chai and Organic Darjeeling. Hot water is boiled for other teas or hot chocolate.

Thanks to those who have downloaded Bear and Girl and especially those who have left reviews. They make a world of difference!

Meanwhile, let's stoke the coffee pot with some Guatemalan beans, and brewed up some Darjeeling and Matcha green teas for everybody.

Cookies (courtesy of Molly) in the cookie tins, and all's right with the world.

Until next Tuesday, that is.

Fingers crossed, folks! It's going to be a bumpy ride.

As they say on a plane when bad things are happening, "Brace yourselves, bend over, and kiss your ass goodbye!"

Here is my Weird Western story, dropping in an anthology on Halloween, appropriately. There a launch party on Sunday as well, that I will be reading at. Fun! I won’t drop a link here for the event here, but ask me for it and I will happily provide the link.

Darn, I can’t upload the photo. I will try again later.

Coffee and cookies (where are the cookies? Cora? Sara?) please.

Here it is

Good afternoon, everyone.

I have to run but I saw my name being called. Here are some afternoon treats for you to enjoy.

I hope everyone is having a lovely day. 🍁

Cupcakes, cookies, the yummies just keep coming. 😊

Good morning, everyone.

I hope everyone is doing well. From what I have read it seems to be that way. These days I do not have much to say but I have been reading and keeping up with the latest.

A while back I found the idea of owning my own little bakery such a fun, unrealistic idea. White and blue would be the theme; bell jars with pastries inside, a few beautiful paintings and quotes for decor, the menu written on a chalkboard behind the main counter. What fun! I know no fruit will ever come of this idea. However I find it quite fitting to bring my virtual bakery to you; Cora's Bakery is now open!

I hope everyone has a lovely Autumnal day. 🍁

Coffee is Bones Coffee Company; The Pumpkin King Roast. Teas are Harney & Sons Pumpkin Spice and White Peach. ☕️🫖

Enjoy! 😀

I saw these and thought they were adorable. Just in case some of you wanted a little fruit with all the sweets.

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I saw these and thought they were adorable. Just in case some of you wanted a little fruit with all the sweets.

Oooh! I love the ghosty ones!

Good morning everyone! Day before Halloween! Spooky! We will start the horror marathon early. Talia has hidden all the Halloween candy. Sigh.

Thanks for the cookies Cora, and the sweets, Molly.

Nothing new here. That's not a complaint.

Coffee and a handful of cookies and a ghosty strawberry please.

Wow, what a heap of Halloween goodies. I shall get a pot of dark roast coffee going to go with those. Some Orange Pekoe and English Breakfast tea as well. If you need something cold, sodas are stocked. And there's hot water ready if you prefer other teas or hot chocolate.

My Halloween mood is not happening this year. Not sure why. I could probably let the day just slip by were it not for work having a Halloween luncheon.

Good morning, everyone.

Happy All Hallow's Eve! I hope you all have a wonderful day.

Coffee is Bones Coffee Company; The Pumpkin King Roast. Teas are Harney & Sons Pumpkin Spice and White Peach. ☕️🫖

Here are some treats from Cora's Creations. 🍁

Enjoy! 😊

To add to your cookie pile. Happy Halloween!

I'm hungry now. All the cookies look amazing.

We had my mother's funeral last Friday, and on Monday, we will move my Dad into the memory care unit at their retirement community. I feel guilty about it but know it is best for him. He needs 24-hour-a-day supervision. Hopefully, he'll adjust well, but I know it will be a process.

I look forward to returning home and not having to stay with my father anymore. It's been over two months, and it has taken its toll on my mental and physical health. I can finally make plans to see my son and daughter-in-law in Germany.

I hope everyone is doing well. I'll be around more after next week. Take care of yourselves.

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I'm hungry now. All the cookies look amazing.

We had my mother's funeral last Friday, and on Monday, we will move my Dad into the memory care unit at their retirement community. I feel guilty about it but know it is best for him. He needs 24-hour-a-day supervision. Hopefully, he'll adjust well, but I know it will be a process.

I look forward to returning home and not having to stay with my father anymore. It's been over two months, and it has taken its toll on my mental and physical health. I can finally make plans to see my son and daughter-in-law in Germany.

I hope everyone is doing well. I'll be around more after next week. Take care of yourselves.

Hey, gillian. So nice to hear from you. Thank you for giving us the latest update on all that is happening with you. I will keep your mother in my prayers. I hope and pray the best for your father. Hopefully being at home and seeing your son and daughter-in-law will lift your spirits. You will continue to remain in my thoughts and prayers. What a lovely surprise to hear from you. I am looking forward to hearing from you more often. ❤️🌹

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I'm hungry now. All the cookies look amazing.

We had my mother's funeral last Friday, and on Monday, we will move my Dad into the memory care unit at their retirement community. I feel guilty about it but know it is best for him. He needs 24-hour-a-day supervision. Hopefully, he'll adjust well, but I know it will be a process.

I look forward to returning home and not having to stay with my father anymore. It's been over two months, and it has taken its toll on my mental and physical health. I can finally make plans to see my son and daughter-in-law in Germany.

I hope everyone is doing well. I'll be around more after next week. Take care of yourselves.

I am so sorry for your loss Gill. It must be a bittersweet relief to see her no longer suffering. And I know from first hand experience you are doing what you need to do with your Dad. He is safer and in a place that can meet his advanced needs. No guilt needed. My heart goes out to you and your family.

Happy Halloween everyone! That’s a nice display of cookies and sweets.

My Western horror story drops today. It’s a good anthology - the group I am in, Denver Horror Collective, put it together. It looks nice, huh?

Today, a little publicity on social media, a little relaxing, and then it is candy and scary movie time. I am a big fan of both! And tomorrow: Hallo candy sales!

Coffee and Halloween candy please!

A couple special afternoon treats.

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I'm hungry now. All the cookies look amazing.

We had my mother's funeral last Friday, and on Monday, we will move my Dad into the memory care unit at their retirement community. I feel guilty about it but know it is best for him. He needs 24-hour-a-day supervision. Hopefully, he'll adjust well, but I know it will be a process.

I look forward to returning home and not having to stay with my father anymore. It's been over two months, and it has taken its toll on my mental and physical health. I can finally make plans to see my son and daughter-in-law in Germany.

I hope everyone is doing well. I'll be around more after next week. Take care of yourselves.

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It's always tough to have to do that – but as I may have said before, you can't give what you don't have. If you don't take care of yourself, you won't be able to take care of your father – and you'll both be worse off.

Rule #1 – take care of you. But it can be damnably hard to do, especially with guilt hanging over you.