Love

Love Romance Topics
James has written a throwback novel reminiscent of Karen Robards when she was writing about pirates and revenge. While engaging and enjoyable, it was slow at times and ultimately merely satisfactory. Emma Seaton has burst upon the society scene in threadbare clothing and under slightly mysterious circumstances. The only thing allowing her to be accepted is her patron, the Countess of Haversham, who is her aunt. And Emma has a secret. First, her name is Emerald. And she is the daughter of the Countess’s brother, who was not exactly respectable. He made his fortune in the Caribbean as a pirate. And at times, he was anything but rich. He favored the company of disreputable women after Emerald’s mother died of an illness when she was relatively young. Now Emerald is here, in England, seeking a treasure map that is hidden in a cane that was stolen from her father in the battle that killed him. And the person she suspects of having the cane and killing her father is none other than a Duke. Asher Wellingham, the Duke of Carisbrook, was off on adventures when his ship was overtaken by a pirate. During the battle, one of the pirates on board (actually it was Emma) pushed him into the sea just as their ship was about to go under. The result was that Asher and his men were captured and put in a camp for prisoners where he was not treated well. When he escaped, he came back to exact revenge on the pirate who caused his misfortune - Emerald’s father - and he killed him. He is not sorry he did. Now Asher is back in England, trying to resurrect his life even though he has trouble sleeping and is generally bored. He has a sister who is young and rather silly and a brother who tried to save him, getting injured and almost blinded in the attempt. Emma, as he knows her, is an intrigue to him and there are circumstances that keep throwing them together, even getting her a coveted invitation to his country estate. This will give her the chance to search for the cane. The story follows the pair. They are attracted and leery, suspicious, and yet refuse to totally believe what they see. There are some other issues, like another group seeking the same map, that add to the adventure and the overall mystery. Emerald is a bit of an enigma, since she gets around society well but her background is anything but traditional for a young socialite. It is hard at times to think that she would be accepted in the state of poverty and lack of decorum that she often presents. Asher is another puzzle. He is a Duke, yet he was off on adventures that ultimately cost him his peace of mind and his brother his eyesight. He accepts Emma yet is suspicious of her. When they consummate their relationship, there is still a lot of distrust, a type of romance that is not always my favorite. High Seas to High Society has a lot going for it. Asher and Emma are well matched, even if their relationship doesn’t always feel accurate to the times. There is intrigue and mystery and secrets to be revealed. Yet, the story dragged at times and did not pull me into the romance of it completely. Much of the adventure was portrayed in flashbacks that, again, did not engage like a story told in the here and now. If you are looking for a story with a throwback flavor to the good old pirate romances of yore, however, you may find much to like.
One of things about category romance is that many times the scenarios are based on some assumptions and when acted on, those assumptions never pan out quite the way the characters intended. While this is acceptable, it also requires the author to add a twist or two in order to differentiate the tale from others. Baby Be Mine has many of the standards but doesn’t have much of the unique, making this merely an acceptable story. Maggie Barnes is a street cop and has pretty much given up hope of being a wife and mother, until she finds an abandoned newborn by her patrol car. Her friend Nina, who works at Social Services, helps her get approval to be the child’s foster mother and Maggie is hooked. She is dearly hoping that Grace’s mother never returns and she can ultimately adopt her. But there is a snag. Nina tells her that she needs to be married if she really wants a chance at permanent foster parenting or adoption. Tucker Jones is Maggie’s friend. They have been friends for years and while they have both contemplated taking things farther, neither wants to mess up their friendship. So Maggie approaches Tucker and asks him to marry her in name only and stay married until the adoption, and then they can get divorced. The best laid plans… Predictably they find that there is a strong
Romantic Phone Calls Our lives are busy. Often the phone calls between you and your partner are rushed, businesslike and unfriendly. Why not take the time to place a few fun, loving and romantic phone calls. Don't be surprised if the first call doesn't go well, that is a sign that your phone calls in the past haven't been fun and friendly enough. After a couple of loving calls, your partner's harsh exterior will melt away. * Call from your business trip just to say "Hi! This place sure would be better if you were here" * Go home and call her to talk about nothing. * Call her voice mail and give romantic instructions that must be completed * Make excuses to call them every five minutes. * Even if you are really busy, take time out to call them just to say "I love you." * Call their work and ask in advance for a leave of absence. * When you know that your love is working overtime... call them to say "I love you" and hang up... that'll make them a happy person in the morning. * Call your mate at work an play your song. * Place a heart-shaped sticker on your wristwatch to remind you to call (only if itâs not digital) * Call their machine at home and say something like "Just thinking of you" or "I Love You". * Call him on the phone one day and see if he is home. Then act like you are really busy and you will call him back, but to stay there because you REALLY need to talk to him. Then, as soon as you hang up the phone, race over to his house and surprise him with a bouquet of flowers. * If you live in a dorm with a roommate, make plans for your roommate not to be there for one whole night so you don't have to worry. Call your love over and do anything you want. * When you say you'll call, CALL! * Call in the middle of the night just to say "I love you". * Call them up at work to remind them you love them. * If you have two phone lines or an intercom in your house. Call your love up and say: "I just called to say 'I love you!'" * When you are going to be late getting home or meeting her, call to tell her. It is very inconsiderate if you don't. * Call her at work just to tell her you are thinking of her. * When you are near where they are, but you have errands to do and canât stop to say hi, call them and say "You know what youâre really pretty/handsome today". * Call her (when you know she's home) up but hang up after three rings (I Love You) and she can do the same to you. A connection is established and it doesn't cost a thing. Whoever does it second (if you want to reply) let it ring 4 times before hanging up.. (I Love You Back)
Are you living with loneliness your only true companion? Evenings spent "killing time" instead of celebrating life? Holidays alone? Valentine's Day without a lover? Time spent wondering... what is wrong with me? My heart is filled with love to give. My soul filled with passion. I am worthy of love! Where is that one special man? The one who will give me the love I need. The one who will give me the love I deserve. Where can my soulmate be? Why have we not found each other? Is the deck really stacked against me? Is it true that happiness is something you only see at the movies... but impossible to find in real life? And for those of you in relationships... are you still living in loneliness... or even worse? Are you getting the love you want and need... a deep and powerful love? Are you getting the kind of attention you want and deserve... a loving and kind attention? Are you getting the kind of romance that will heal the deepest wounds and give you the most satisfying love you've ever known? For most women in relationships today, the answer is no. It is a sad fact that more than one-out-of-two marriages in existence today will break up in the next few years. The breakup statistics are even higher for relationships! And... for many couples that do manage to stay together... they just end up going through the motions. Maybe it's for the sake of the kids. Maybe it's for the sake of convenience. Strangers living under the same roof. Infidelity... hurt... frustration... and despair becoming the rule instead of the exception. Sex without love. But that's not how it was meant to be between a man and a woman...
If your wife or girlfriend is in a bad mood and she is unresponsive to your efforts to cheer her up, here’s how to turn the situation around. Hold her hands and look deep into her eyes. Tell her that you love her and that you are sorry she isn’t in a particularly good mood. Tell her that you’ve tried everything you know how to cheer her up, that you have been unsuccessful and that you are getting frustrated. Tell her that you long to warmly and lovingly hold her in your arms, but that right now you cannot reach her. Tell her when she is ready you will meet her with open arms. Give her a hug and then leave her alone. Eventually, when she is ready, she will return to your loving arms. In the meantime, you have an opportunity to separate yourself temporarily from the situation. This will allow you to avoid getting further frustrated. You will be refreshed and ready to hold her, talk to her and listen to her when she returns to you.
With a little bit of planning and a love for the "Mouse" the happiest place on earth can easily be ranked as one of the most romantic places on earth as well. Start with a beautifully landscaped park, add in tons of secluded love coves, heart pumpin' rides and magical escapes, and you've got the formula for the perfect romantic destination.[br /] [br /] [b]Romancing the Hotels[/b][br /] [br /] [b]Disneyland Hotel[/b][br /] [br /] For classic Disney fans, the Disneyland Hotel is a must. From the Mickey-laden front entrance to the Tinkerbell bordered rooms, everything in this hotel is for the classic Disney fan. This hotel is also home to the Neverland pool, Steakhouse 55, and the Lost Bar. This hotel also hosts a number or wedding spots. Allow for time in your schedule to peruse the grounds to find some very beautiful couple hideaway spots such as their koi ponds surrounding by waterfalls.[br /] [br /] [b]Romantic Extras:[/b][br /] [br /] Arrange for a concierge room and enjoy the fireworks at night, without the crowds, in the concierge lounge with wine and snacks.[br /] [br /] Book a room facing Downtown Disney to enjoy the sights and sounds of the street performers from the comfort of your room.