A small selection of the posts that I have enjoyed over the last few days, and I hope you will head over to enjoy in full…
The first post is from Harmony Kent with a very helpful post on Story Empire on how to create a video using Canva.. very helpful step by step guide.
How to Make a Video Using Canva
Hi SErs! Harmony here 😁 Today, I have another Canva tutorial for you. This one is all about using Canva to make a free and easy video, which you can use for all sorts of promotional purposes … including a book promo trailer.
For this tutorial, I’m using Canva online rather than my App on my iPad. So some of the screenshots will look different, depending upon which version and App you’re using. However, the instructions are essentially the same.
**You can make videos in both the free and paid options on Canva**
Head over to follow this excellent step by step guide: Harmony Kent, How to make a video using Canva
The next post is from Denise Finn and contains the first of her February book reviews and if you are looking for your next read, follow the link..
Mr. Sagittarius by M.J. Mallon
“Mr. Sagittarius” is a wonderful collection of poetry, prose, and pictures weaved into a magical story. The book focuses on three older siblings. The male twins have developed a special relationship, making their sister feeling left out. When one twin passes, that leaves the brother and sister to grieve. The stories have powerful images that move the narrative along and sometimes veer off into the unknown for a quick visit. We are led through picturesque scenery and whimsical moments, which include an unusual bubble bath, a rainbow hat, and an ice cave. The poetry was beautiful and powerful, and the photos captured nature brilliantly. A quick read that I found relaxing and endearing. A perfect escape in unsettled times that I recommend.
Check out D.L.Finn’s reading recommendations for February: Must Read Indie Authors February Reviews Part One
Now time for some indulgence courtesy of Dolly Aizenman who shares an ice-cream that you could eat for breakfast or any time of day it is so delicious. Also Dolly shares a wonderful story to go along with the recipe..
Double Chocolate Banana ice cream
Lovely Carol of carolcooks2.com informed me that today was an Ice Cream for Breakfast day. Here is a repeat of an old post that features an unusual ice cream you can have for breakfast, even though I had it for lunch.
My mother, may she rest in peace, could eat a kilogram of ice cream in record speed. Think inhale! Any flavor – didn’t matter. As long as it was ice cream. She was the easiest date to please, claimed my father, OBM. Just take her to an ice cream parlor and keep ordering. Also, the best date, or so he said, because she never argued with him or demanded anything. Her mouth was otherwise occupied. If it wasn’t ice cream, it was chocolate. In fact, she agreed to be introduced to him for two kilos of chocolates that a girlfriend promised her. The girlfriend’s cousin was my dad’s classmate, who, in turn got the promised two kilos from – you got it! – my dad. Every year at their wedding anniversary, I heard how my dad bought my mom for two kilos of chocolate. She had been sixteen, tiny and slender, and he seventeen, tall and handsome, and the rest was history.
Head over for the step by step guide to preparing this special love filled treat: Dolly Aizenman Double Chocolate Banana Ice-cream
Thanks for visiting today and I hope you will head over to enjoy these posts in full.. thanks Sally.
It was an unexpected pleasure and a great honor to be featured in your wonderful magazine. Thank you so very much, dear Sally!
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our messages overlapped.. delighted to share Dolly.. enjoy the rest of the day..hugs ♥
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Hugs tight back to you, dear Sally.
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Lots of good information here. I have to say, Harmony’s on making a video with Canva really got my attention.
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Looks very helpful doesn’t it.. something we need to be embracing..hugsx
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I enjoyed Harmony’s post about Canva 🙂 Thank you, Sally, for sharing my post on book reviews. Definitely some good reads! Xo
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Pleasure Denise we can never have too many recommended books..xxhugsx
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Wonderful posts, Sally. Harmony’s Canva “how-to” on creating a video, blew me away. And Denise’s February reviews are Top-Notch. Ending your post with a lovers’ delight makes it all “perfect.” Thank you for supporting writers as you do. 💗
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Glad you enjoyed Gwen and can you believe it is almost Valentine’s day already.. this year is flying by ♥
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That ice cream looks delicious. Great links, all around. Thanks, Sally.
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It does Staci.. I am a fan of ice-cream to be sure..xx
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I think we all should be flexible in declaring Ice Cream for Breakfast Day!
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With you on that… and cake..lol hugsx
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Excellent posts, Sally. Harmony’s post was very informative. Denise did some super reviews, and the two kilos of chocolate story was terrific.
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Thanks John.. I agree including the 2 kilos of chocolate..hugsxx
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I enjoyed Dolly’s childhood story and Denise’s reviews. I was one step ahead of you on Harmony’s post, lol ❤
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Thanks Debby and certainly a great tutorial… something to think about..♥♥
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Oh yes! ❤
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Another nice roundup of links, Sally.
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Thanks very much Joan…hugs xx
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Watch how fast I’m running to get that ice cream for breakfast recipe!!
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lol.. we do love to support the healthy breakfast lobby but at heart……..x
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At heart, it’s ice cream with a side of cookies!
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Fantastic posts, Sally. I use Canva a lot, so really enjoyed Harmony’s article. Toni x
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Something I need to explore Toni…glad you enjoyed..hugsx
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Thank you for the great posting, Sally! The ice cream idea is great. Yummy!
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I agree Michael.. lol.. my birthday and Valentine’s day this weekend and ice-cream definitely is on the menu…hugsxx
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Thanks so much for sharing my post on Canva videos, Sally. I enjoyed Denise’s reviews and the ice cream for breakfast is perfect! Hugs xx
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Pleasure Harmony, very helpful and delighted to share..hugs
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Nice round up pf posts, Sally. Thanks for the links and for sharing.
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Thanks Mae…pleased you enjoyed..hugsx
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Thank you for sharing, Sally. I also enjoyed Marje’s book and appreciated Denise’s review. That ice cream is good enough for breakfast. I’m heading over to read Harmony’s post.
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Fantastic Miriam.. thank you and have a lovely weekend..hugsx
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Have a wonderful weekend and Happy Chinese New Year! ❤
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You too Miriam…let’s hope a lucky one for us all..♥
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