Author Archives: Linda O'Connor

Searching for a Perfectly Reasonable Job

Posted on February 19, 2021 by Linda O'Connor

Sometimes a job isn’t quite what you expect. One summer, I worked for a hydroponics expert. I had visions of spending my days with beautiful flowers, learning the intricacies of horticulture, nurturing a love of growing plants. Nope. I washed … Continue reading →

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Horoscope and Zodiac Fun in Perfectly Honest

Posted on January 8, 2021 by Linda O'Connor

Do you read your horoscope? They’re fun to follow – especially when they predict good things happening! That’s the allure of horoscopes – they’re usually broad enough that you can find at least an inkling of personal relevance. In Perfectly … Continue reading →

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A little fun with Christmas Crackers!

Posted on December 20, 2020 by Linda O'Connor

One of my favourite Christmas traditions is setting the table with Christmas crackers. Before we start to eat, we pull open the crackers with a bang, put on the paper crowns, and go around the table reading the fun fact … Continue reading →

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Writing Medical Romance

Posted on November 8, 2020 by Linda O'Connor

I write medical romance. A tip for others who want to write about doctors: they cannot/would not date their patients – unless they want to lose their licence to practice medicine. I know that readers are sometimes asked to suspend … Continue reading →

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A Perfectly Honest Coincidence

Posted on September 27, 2020 by Linda O'Connor

One of the cardinal rules of writing is that things can’t happen by coincidence. If your character uses a magical key to unlock a critical clue to the mystery, then the key must appear well before the magical moment – … Continue reading →

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The Awkward (Rewarding) Curbside Grab

Posted on August 15, 2020 by Linda O'Connor

One of the projects I tackled this summer was to revitalize an old dresser. The top had water damage and the paint was peeling. The gold curly-cew decorative carved out detail was a little fussy and old-fashioned for my taste. … Continue reading →

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Sing, Dance, and Laugh!

Posted on July 5, 2020 by Linda O'Connor

I’ve watched some outstanding and hilarious videos, and I thought I’d share three of my favorites. I hope they brighten your day! Michael McIntyre is a comedian and has made clips of his routines. This one of him at a … Continue reading →

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A Refreshing Recipe

Posted on May 24, 2020 by Linda O'Connor

I thought I’d share one of my favorite salad recipes. It’s nutritious and gluten-free – and the addition of sliced oranges brighten the flavor of the spinach. If you like your dressing a bit spicy, you can add a splash … Continue reading →

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Celebrate and Stay Active!

Posted on April 12, 2020 by Linda O'Connor

Happy Easter! This year’s celebration probably looks very different in light of the pandemic as we all respect the quarantine measures to try to keep everyone safe. I wanted to thank you for staying home and give you a gentle … Continue reading →

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Perfectly Reasonable ~ Margo and color!

Posted on March 15, 2020 by Linda O'Connor

In Perfectly Reasonable, Margo MacMillan is a painter-turned-doctor-turned-painter. She’s trying to sort out whether a medical career is right for her and, in the meantime, painting houses pays the bills. When I wrote her character, I decided to let color … Continue reading →

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