Mari's nest ... Rustic Escape ...

[yeishia]

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[DeliciousMaiden]

Mmmm Mari, the tecnique is to scoop some yummy handmade ucecream into abglass and top with Belgium truffles!!! Trust me - it's to die for!!!

And I'll tell you a secret :: leans in, eyes darting about, whispers:: "it's all 100% calorie free!! It's all you can eat, without the need to pound the roads for a month after!!!!"

enjoy absolutely guilt free!!!

::grins::

Sally
x

*huggles Sally and presents her with a basket of chocolate Easter goodies*

Hope you're having a fun time!

Mari x

 

[DeliciousMaiden]

To my co-writers

Hi all,

Had alot of problems and issues real time and been unable to be on Lit.

Things still aren't good, but if you'd like me to continue posting with you, I will as soon as I can ... if not ... then that's fine too ...

*huggs*

Mari x

 

[hunting_tiger]

Hi Mari

Sorry to hear that you have had some problems lately.

Don't worry about our thread it will be there waiting whenever you want to make a post. I think I owe you at least another year or two before I give up on your sexy nurse.

huggs
Tiger

 

[DeliciousMaiden]

*huggles Tiger*

Thanks hun! I will get to it ... still sorting things here, but hoping to be on and off more over the next week or two ...

Thanks for being so patient! x

Mari x

 

[DeliciousMaiden]

The snow falls in fat flakes and flutters to the ground, drifting to pile up against the door and window panes beyond the protection of the walls.

Turning away from the window, I turn to poke the fire before turning to surrender to the warm comfort of the couch and draw the snuggly blanket around me, enjoying its security, despite the glow of warmth that fills the cosy room.

Staring dreamily across at the window, my attention drifts from the dance of snow flakes to the merriment of flames before me.

Sighing contentedly, the spice of mulled wine and self-indulgent platter of treats laid out on a table, just within reach, I settle to an idyllic afternoon courtesy of the conditions that have decided that I hole out here until the winter weather wanes at least to some extent ... ​

 

[DeliciousMaiden]

Mari’s Nest ...

A secluded retreat with open fire, leather sofas, well stocked kitchen and fridge ...


Co-writers, friends and acquaintances old and new are welcome to stop by for a visit ...
The theme is rustic comfort, rather than spacious luxury.
For that reason this venue is best suited to 1:1 or small group chats ...

Not limited to “invitation only”, but please respect a Lady’s right to choose with whom she wishes to share the more ... private ... rooms of her retreat ...

Please note that on rare occasions there may be a DO NOT DISTURB notice on the door!

Thank you for stopping by!

 

[DeliciousMaiden]

Despite the season a fire is dancing in the hearth as I curl up on the settee nestled amongst cushions a light cover tucked around more for cosiness than for warmth.

Sipping a glass of cold dry white wine, I jot notes and ideas then pick up my lap top and create a story post ...

Enjoying the quiet solitude of creativity I relax as the hours grow later and later ...

 

[DeliciousMaiden]

*draws back the curtains and blinds and opens up the glass doors to let the cool fresh air in.... pads barefooted to the kitchen to put on the coffee pot and lingers over her selection of pastries and treats for a lazily late breakfast ...
Making her way back through the living room, heads outside to put down her tray of goodies and securing the robe around her otherwise naked body, she sits with a contented sigh to pour coffee and nibble at the delicacies whilst watching the scenery around her*

 

[TheScarletBlade]

Though hardly invited to the comfortable retreat, he couldn't help not stopping by the call on the local resident. Not having any difficulty finding the place as he slowly approached, sticking to the bushes as he slipped with a degree of highly trained stealth amongst the shadows cast by the early morning sun and slowly made his way around the back. Lingering in the rear of the humble abode, he took a quick second to judge his appearance, his amber brown eyes catching his reflection that showed his casually clothed form: wearing a nice pair of navy blue designer jeans, lucky brand to be exact, only a plain white T-Shirt clung to his muscular upper body, the material tight and leaving nothing to the imagination, the silver chain of his dog tags seen coming out from where they were tucked in, the chain wrapping up around his neck. Pulling a single red rose out of the air with the flare of an illusionist, he softly crept into the house, the soft soles of his casual running shoes leaving not a sound as he moved. Hearing the occupant moving about, the peeked his head into the room before coming to lean against the open door way to the room, eyes drifting to the beautiful hostess as he offers her the rose

This is for you

Long time no see

 

[DeliciousMaiden]

This is for you

Long time no see

She starts at the voice that breaks into the silence.
Turning her shocked expression melts into a smile as she recognises her surprise guest.

"How .. kind ... "

She manages to murmur accepting the rose, then looking around.

"Where did you spring from...?"

Belatedly remembering her manners, she rises.

"Do take a seat ... I can fetch another cup ...
Help yourself to coffee and there are plenty of treats if you're hungry ... "

She offers self consciously securing the knot of her robe.

 

[TheScarletBlade]

A little amused half grin perking up half his handsome face as he noticed her surprise, though relieved that she even recognized him. Eyes taking a quick glance before she closed up her robe, he stored the image in mind for later and moved into the room at her beckoning, walking over towards the offered seat

I just ate so I am actually doing just fine

He declined with a casual and polite tone in his baritone voice as he found his seat, slipping into it without complaint as he relaxed into the comfortable backing a little bit, enjoying the small bit of luxury, something he is definitely not accustomed

As for where I came from, well I have my ways of just appearing

 

[DeliciousMaiden]

I just ate so I am actually doing just fine
As for where I came from, well I have my ways of just appearing

Oh ... ok ...

She sips her coffee and considers him as he makes himself comfortable.

"It's good to see you, but ... to what do I owe the pleasure...?"

She teases fully taking in his appearance and wondering what he is up to nowadays ...

 

[TheScarletBlade]

Is it not enough to visit an old friend?

He quirks a brow at his question

As for pleasure, what kind do you seek or...

His voice stalls for a second as a wicked grin becomes full blown on his face as he looks at her barely dressed in nothing but a robe that was quickly done up when he entered before continuing

Is it that I have already interrupted some?

 

[DeliciousMaiden]

Is it not enough to visit an old friend?

She nods, responding; " ... of course ... "

As for pleasure, what kind do you seek or...
Is it that I have already interrupted some?

She sees the expression on his face and wonders at his meaning.

"My pleasure is a lazy morning breakfast, enjoying the scenery and solitude."

She smiles not intending him to feel unwelcome.

"But that is easily replaced with renewing an old aquaintance... "

She tells him with a smile and tops up her own coffee pot.

 

[TheScarletBlade]

Well I don't want to ruin your breakfast, for it is the most important meal of the day

He offers her a charming smile to make her own welcoming one as he relaxes a little bit, making himself comfortable in the chair though his amber eyes never leave her

Though I guess you can't enjoy your solitude anymore now that I am here

Says playfully as his eyes sparkle mischievously

 

[DeliciousMaiden]

Well I don't want to ruin your breakfast, for it is the most important meal of the day

She nods and smiles.

"It is ... even if taken somewhat belatedy... "

She glances at the clock.

Though I guess you can't enjoy your solitude anymore now that I am here.

She chuckles and bites a pastry.

"No ... but I can enjoy solitude at any time ... whereas you ... well you seem to surface very rarely ... "

 

[TheScarletBlade]

Well even Uncle Sam has to let his dog off the leash once in a while

Offers her a coy grin as he runs a rough,callused hand through his very very short hair

Though I have been known to surface more lately, but its good to know some people have missed me

 

[DeliciousMaiden]

Well even Uncle Sam has to let his dog off the leash once in a while.

She blinks not understanding his meaning at all.

Though I have been known to surface more lately, but its good to know some people have missed me

She sips her coffee and considers.

"Well I remember you ... and I've seen you posting on OOC threads, especially Cg's China Pearl Inn of late .. but I wouldn't say that I know you at all actually ... "

 

[TheScarletBlade]

Well we have spoken before M'lady , though if you mean you have not gotten a look behind the mask, well we unfortunately hadn't had the time to converse that much

says in a casual tone though with a slight bit of lament that the latter stated fact

 

[DeliciousMaiden]

Well we have spoken before M'lady , though if you mean you have not gotten a look behind the mask, well we unfortunately hadn't had the time to converse that much

says in a casual tone though with a slight bit of lament that the latter stated fact

"Spoken... yes.. of course ... "

She shoots him a grin.

" ... but then I'm a very sociable kinda girl and speak with most people ... "

She teases ...

 

[TheScarletBlade]

Speak with most people? that is not all from what I hear!

Offers her a playful little smirk with the friendly jest, meant more as a joke than an insult

 

[DeliciousMaiden]

Speak with most people? that is not all from what I hear![/I]

She eyes him carefully trying to gague the tone of his comment.

"Then you should check your sources, I think ... "

She tells him smoothly.

"I consider myself sociable, friendly, but I am very selective about who I choose to become more closely acquainted with ... "

She smiles as she considers.

"That said, I am very fortunate with my friends and co-writers.
I'm lucky to know some interesting and creative individuals ... "

 

[TheScarletBlade]

No need to take offense M'lady, it was only a jest

Says quickly, fearing having insulted his host in an apologetic tone as he sets his chin in the palm of his hand, resting his elbow against the arm of the chair

Plenty of friends and co-writers to be had here, unfortunately I make more enemies than I do friends

 

[DeliciousMaiden]

No need to take offense M'lady, it was only a jest
Plenty of friends and co-writers to be had here, unfortunately I make more enemies than I do friends

She laughs and quips:

" Really ... how could that possibly be?"

She watches his reaction and continues.

"You did not offend me in the slightest ... I think you'd know if I truly were offended ... I tend to be rather ... direct ... about such things ... "

She laughs and eyes him interestedly.

"So ... what manner of tale do you enjoy weaving ...?
I currently have 7 active stories, I think ... and a couple more ideas being toyed with 'behind the scenes' as it were ... "