Today is World Malbec Day! I know for Malbec Wine drinkers around the world we look forward to this holiday. However, this year's celebration will be a little more subdued due to COVID19 (AKA Coronavirus). I want to celebrate and send a virtual toast to all the...
Stuck on a Desert Island What 3 Authors Would You Read?
by MHill | Apr 12, 2020 | Marion's Favorites, Wisdom From Kammbia Column
I saw this post on my Facebook page by the local library three days ago. I have been thinking about how to answer the question since it posted. I provided a comment soon after they posted on Facebook. It was an interesting question and considering what we are...
Marion’s Favorite: Crunchy Tacos
by MHill | Apr 6, 2020 | Marion's Favorites
I have a confession to share.... I like crunchy tacos and I cannot lie! I know that was a bad take on Sir Mixalot's ubiquitous megahit, Baby Got Back. However, it is true. I love crunchy tacos and I can not deny it. I can see the frowns on the faces of taco...
Marion’s Favorites: Cherry Pie
by MHill | Apr 2, 2020 | Marion's Favorites
It's no secret for those that know me well, Cherry Pie is my favorite dessert. I have a sweet tooth for sure. I enjoy cookies, rum and pound cakes, and Sweet Potato and Apple pies. But, none of those other desserts...
Marion’s 25 April Fools Day Sale!
by MHill | Mar 31, 2020 | Marion's 25 Series, Marion's Favorites, Writing
Happy April Fool's Day! However, this is no joke. I know that a lot of people are stuck at home due to the COVID-19 (AKA Coronavirus) Pandemic. First of all, I hope everybody that reads this post remains safe,...
Marion’s Favorites: Hearsay by Alexander O’Neal
by MHill | Mar 24, 2020 | Marion's Favorites
When it comes to male R&B vocalists, many people mention Marvin Gaye, Stevie Wonder, Al Green and Luther Vandross as their favorite if you are going old school. Others mention Kem, Maxwell, Anthony Hamilton,...
Marion’s Favorites: Kind of Blue by Miles Davis
by MHill | Mar 15, 2020 | Marion's Favorites
I have been in a Miles Davis listening mood recently. Maybe with everything that has happened so far in 2020 from the death of Kobe Bryant, the upcoming 2020 presidential election, and now the global pandemic of...
Marion’s Favorites: Books & Travel Podcast
by MHill | Mar 11, 2020 | Marion's Favorites
I have become a huge fan of podcasts. I enjoy the format of listening to a long form conversation about a certain subject. Podcasting has created an entirely new way of communication and getting information. I have my favorite podcasts and the Books &...
Marion’s Favorites: My Favorite 10 Songs
by MHill | Mar 1, 2020 | Marion's Favorites
I was asked a few days ago by one of my blog readers that if I had to give them a playlist of my 10 favorite songs what would I choose? Oh boy...this was hard because I had 30 songs come to mind immediately....
Marion’s Favorites: Amalaya Malbec Wine
by MHill | Feb 23, 2020 | Marion's Favorites
I’m a wine drinker, and my favorite wine is a Malbec. Malbec is known for its ample, dark fruit flavors and smoldering finish. This wine is a great alternative to a Cabernet Sauvignon or Syrah. Malbec pairs well with dark meat poultry, dark meat turkey and lean red...