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Randi, Dawn, Red and Alpha review Beautiful Bastard Christina Lauren (Author) Grace Grant (Narrator) Simon & Schuster Audio (Publisher)Publisher's Notes:An ambitious intern. A perfectionist executive. And a whole lot of name calling. Discover the story that garnered more than two million reads online. Whip-smart, hardworking, and on her way to an MBA, Chloe Mills has only one problem: her boss, Bennett Ryan. He's exacting, blunt, inconsiderate - and completely irresistible. A beautiful bastard. Bennett has returned to Chicago from France to take a vital role in his family's massive media business. He never expected that the assistant who'd been helping him from abroad was the gorgeous, innocently provocative - completely infuriating - creature he now has to see every day. Despite the rumors, he's never been one for a workplace hookup. But Chloe's so tempting he's willing to bend the rules - or outright smash them - if it means he can have her. All over the office. Reader was good. The inflection was great.Fun and generally light.Very different dynamic on the workplace romanceThe reactions to the lingerie was a bit sillyThe sex was early, often and pretty hot.We all enjoyed this book.Q & A SectionHave you ever orgasmed in your sleep?Have you ever intentionally teased someone by not giving them an orgasm?Does knowing that the 2 main characters end up together ruin it for you?Have you ever had an office romance?Arrogant Bastard Ale ??Our Take: If you like Ale, you will love this Arrogant Bastard AleABV: 7.2% AVAILABILITY: Year-round 22oz bottles, 3-litre bottles, Arrogant Bastard Box and draft HOP VARIETY: Classified IBUs: Classifiedhttp://beeradvocate.com/beer/profile/147/92http://www.ratebeer.com/beer/arrogant-bastard-ale/1315/ This is an aggressive ale. You probably won't like it. It is quite doubtful that you have the taste or sophistication to be able to appreciate an ale of this quality and depth. We would suggest that you stick to safer and more familiar territory—maybe something with a multimillion-dollar ad campaign aimed at convincing you it's made in a little brewery, or one that implies that their tasteless fizzy yellow beverage will give you more sex appeal. Perhaps you think multimillion-dollar ad campaigns make things taste better. Perhaps you're mouthing your words as you read this.  At Arrogant Bastard Brewing Co., we believe that pandering to the lowest common denominator represents the height of tyranny—a virtual form of keeping the consumer barefoot and stupid. Brought forth upon an unsuspecting public in 1997, Arrogant Bastard Ale openly challenged the tyrannical overlords who were brazenly attempting to keep Americans chained in the shackles of poor taste. As the progenitor of its style, Arrogant Bastard Ale has reveled in its unprecedented and uncompromising celebration of intensity. There have been many nods to Arrogant Bastard Ale...even outright attempts to copy it...but only one can ever embody the true nature of Liquid Arrogance!

Randi, Red, M and Dawn go through some Q&A with Alpha.Here are some of the questions and a surprise story about Alpha What do you think about the changes to Barbie?Bra 101Do you like the chase? Why?Who initiates sex?And a little extra discussion2012 Vintner's Reserve Summation Red | Kendall- JacksonOur Take: A nice wine for the money. Should be paired with food. A little woody, but not in the negativeTasting Notes:This beautifully layered wine is rich, complex and offers a sumptuous texture. It displays alluring fragrances and flavors of raspberry jam, dark chocolate, black cherry and pomegranate.Winemaker's Notes:Handcrafted in small individual lots throughout the winemaking process – boutique winery style, for flavor distinction.Zinfandel, Syrah, Merlot and other classic varieties, grown in the finest coastal vineyards, come together to craft this sumptuous wine.The flavors and aromas expertly harmonize into a complex wine that is outstanding with or without food.Summation, a legal term for a final statement that summarizes principal points, represents to us the study and final blending of red varietals culminating in this exquisite wine.

Randi, Red, M, Dawn and Alpha review Playing for Keeps  (A Neighbor From Hell Series Book 1) Audible – Unabridged R. L. Mathewson (Author), Fran Jewels (Narrator), Audible Studios (Publisher)The story was very entertaining and for about two-thirds of the book we all agreed it was a really great read. The characters were entertaining and all in all light entertaining read. The romance parts were mild and would make a good entry-level romance novel read. A very different storyline and from the usual romance novel. I hated the ending and the ladies seemed to not had much of a problem with it.?Q & A SectionHave you done anything with food and a partner?Do you have any pet names?How long did you make your husband wait for the first time?Have you ever gotten in a fist fight?We would probably all read the rest of the seriesOur take: a meaty, acidic wine. full of flavor. a very heavy wine best with steak.We liked it, but didn't love it. Winemaker's NotesThe 2012 is a classic Malbec, but undoubtedly Layer Cake. Big, brooding, black fruit, then rich ??earth, truffles and dark cocoa are at the front. The Sea of Stones vineyard is at its core, always evident with the thread of minerality that the deep alluvial cobblestones lend. This wine is so elegant in the mouth with fresh-picked blackberries, simmering chocolate sauce on the stove, and somewhere someone's cooking bacon…so many layers, so little time. Drinking a bottle of this wine will certainly lead to, well, opening another. So get it fast and get a lot while you can. We can never make enough to satisfy everyone.Wine Facts    100% Mendoza, Argentina    100% Malbec    100% French oak, 40% new    Alcohol 14.2%

Randi, M, Red, Dawn and Alpha review some products for use on Valentine's days and beyond. We also go over some gift ideas for your valentine.A light wine everyone enjoyed!!!Winemaker's NotesDeep, rich purple in color. Fragrant aromas of blackberry, plum, ink and spice. Soft, supple, rich, and fruity with a velvety texture and smooth caramel-tinged finish. A blend of Petit Verdot, Petite Sirah, Tannat, Alicante Bouschet, Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Merlot.Uncensored is designed to accompany the pleasures of daily life.Enjoy with jambalaya, steak burritos, mushroom flatbreads, a big plate of pasta, or a stacked hamburger.Cheap gifts (under $50):    1. Harry's www.harrys.com    2. Sherry's Berries www.berries.com    3. Your favorite Cologne    4.  Lingerie for yourself… You must model it for him though    5. Cook his favorite meal, serve in an apron only    6. Man Crates www.mancrates.com could get pricey     7. A new wallet… If he needs oneFree:30 minute massage (with oil)Don't complain all day, pretend he is the man you always wanted him to beCoupon book of sexual favors Make at least 12 couponsBe a freak in bed… You know what he really wants, give it to him.Tips for keeping your relationship more romanticKeep it flirtyCreate a date jarMake a date night once a monthTouch more and make it nonsexual Kiss hello and goodbye, every day and make it a REAL kissSay 1 thing nice to him (or her) every morningRandomly text something to say you are thinking them

Randi, M, Red and Alpha review Bared to You (Crossfire Series, Book 1) – Unabridged by Sylvia Day (Author), Jill Redfield (Reader) on Audible.The story was interesting and the action came early and often… Like the characters. Jill Redfield read everything very well. It was easy to tell who was talking. She was able to capture the emotions of the characters. The complexity of the characters added to the story and the "romance" moments. I didn't really relate to any of the characters. This is more erotica than romance in my opinion. ? Q & A SectionDo you fantasize about being "that" rich?Are garter belts sexy?Have you ever swooned over a man you met in person?Have you ever withheld information from your spouse because it may hurt them? Or because they may act on the info?Do you like it when your partner uses your name during sex?Red would continue on while Randi and Alpha may pick it up at a later date. Our take: Not our favorite, drinkable but not something we would drink again. A full-bodied blend of Malbec, Bonarda, Syrah and Cabernet Sauvignon. Complex flavors of blackberry, ripe plum and dark cherry meld with hints of oak, chocolate and mint to create an epic wine.Grape Variety: 61% Malbec, 16% Bonarda, 13% Syrah, 10% Cabernet SauvignonRegion: MendozaAlcohol: 14.1%Winemaker NoteThe grapes for Colosal Red Blend were hand-selected, crushed and then cold soaked for three to four days to maximize color and flavor extraction. The juice remained in contact with the skins for up to three weeks throughout the fermentation process to foster optimal flavor development. We fermented the lots separately in upright conical tanks for six days at a maximum temperature of 85°F before blending. This wine underwent malolactic fermentation to create a more textured mouthfeel. A majority of the wine was aged for 15 months in a combination of medium-toasted French and American oak barriques

Randi, Red and M go through some Q&A with Alpha. Here are the following questionsPerfect date?Your most embarrassing moment as a motherIf you could change one thing about your appearanceIf you could have a one nighter with anyoneWhere would you go that you haven't been?