It’s definite … Thirty-year-old Samatha Richardson is home! She made the move from San Francisco to New Orleans, even though her friend Madeline thought it temporary, primarily because of her infatuation with the Big Easy, its history and culture, but she also learned she had a more personal connection to the area.
AcornTVStreaming is the new amusement, but there are so many options to consider. One needs to pick and choose carefully. Does it meet my entertainment needs? Is it a good value? Can I stream on any device? For me, AcornTV checked all the boxes. It is an Anglophile’s dream with an eclectic library of programs from the UK and beyond, from decades ago to current productions, from comedies and dramas to documentaries and foreign language.
Samantha Davies, a freelance writer, is back living in her hometown of Wings Falls in Upstate New York with her constant companion Porkchop, a delightful dachshund who is the inspiration and lead character for her children’s book. She has a quirky sense of humor, as do many of her compadres, telling people who ask that she’s also a “hooker.” Of course, she giggles clarifying she’s a rug hooker.
AcornTV can be a life-savor when rainstorms rage outside and power goes out. I still have my trusty iPhone, iPad, and computer for several hours (times three) to stream my favorite shows from this decade or several decades in the past: intense detective drama, quirky cozy mysteries, laugh-out-loud comedies, and informative documentaries. For me, it’s a reasonable membership fee (monthly $6.99; annual special $69.99), one my budget can easily handle.
Dr. Emilia McRoy regretted nothing about moving from Seattle to Scotland trading a busy ER life for that of a small-town country doctor. She thought her family originated from Scotland, but beyond that, it took one of those DNA tests to prove her roots. So, when the call came from a recruiter offering a job, it was goodbye comfort zone, hello Sea Isle! She knew her residence and office would be connected, but was surprised to find it was actually a converted church.
Greg’s fiftieth birthday is coming up and Cindy is planning a surprise party to mark the occasion. Of course, Helen’s interference and Annette’s appearance is problematic, but with her daughter Darcy home from college, she should be able to get everything ready with Greg none the wiser. But, to make sure Annette doesn’t wrangle an invitation to stay with them, Cindy’s got to find her an apartment.
Violet’s Mama has really taken to Holiday Junction participating in the various women’s groups, planning committees, and holiday festivities. With the Hip Hop Hurray Easter Festival near, many, including Mama, are honing their baking skills for the Bake-Off. Frances Green, who won the competition last year, was Mama’s toughest competitor, but still she didn’t waver from her plan to win the top prize: the Golden Egg Trophy.
Hallmark Movies & Mysteries experienced some changes with the departure of a few established stars, but they didn’t just sit around pining for the good ol’ days; they started looking forward. Their newest Signature Mystery, The Cases of Mystery Lane, just aired starring Aimee Garcia, known for many roles including Dexter and Lucifer, and Paul Campbell, a popular Hallmark lead actor with many roles including the recently aired Three Wise Men and a Baby. Together they portray a crime-solving couple.
Lori Robbins premiered the On Pointe Mystery series with Murder in First Position in 2020, following up with Murder in Second Position (2021) and Murder in Third Position (2022). With the world of ballet as the backdrop, she introduced Leah Siderova who only ever cared about ballet. Her parents supported her dreams sending her to the best schools, but after they divorced early in her life, her mother, believing her Russian ancestry would fare better than Feldbaum on the marquee, changed their name to Siderova.
Lillian Callahan, known best as Lily, moved past her life as a soap opera star and took control of the inheritance from her Aunt Lettie: Calla Lily Vineyard and Winery in the heart of Napa’s wine country. She’d spent most of her childhood there, and now, along with a B&B, housing more friends than guests, and revitalizing the on-site theater, she’s set to make it a success.
