How to Edit Multiple Pictures At The Same Time On A Mac

The other night a friend on Facebook posed the question about editing multiple pictures at the same time. I shared this "trick" with her and was surprised to learn that not many people were aware that this could even be done.It is surprisingly simple and saves a lot of time, especially when you have a ton of pictures to re-size.All you need to do is open your pictures in the Preview AppI'll show you how I recently edited pictures at the same time to share movie stills from The Twilight Saga Breaking Dawn Part II.How To Edit Multiple Pictures At the Same Time On A Mac (Apple Computer)1. Go to the folder (use Finder) containing all of your pics you want to resize. If you have your pictures in iPhoto simply export them to your Library.2. Highlight all of the photos, and double-click to open in Preview, or right-click and choose Open With Preview.3. Once you're in Preview (this is the default picture viewer for a Mac) go to Edit and choose Select All.4. Next go to Tools and select Adjust Size.5. Next enter the desired size for all of the images.6. Last go to File and choose Save All.That's it! This is unbelievably simple and saves me so much time! xonicōle

Author Anne Rice Offers Writing Advice

"What makes a writer is writing. Writing to a person like me is in a way a waste of time. You have to sit down and write the book of your dreams." -Anne Rice Pretty much on the mark for what most successful authors say, still, I love her positivity and encouragement.love & writing,nicōlep.s.If I am blessed to become a mature woman such as herself, that is exactly how I plan to dress!

The End of Missing Someone #Quote

I came across this quote and it immediately spoke to me, as I am so looking forward to the end of the missing of my beloved.19 months and counting.photo: I took it while on a plane back home during my failed attempt to see my husband in August. Sigh.

Bloggy Book Tour for Author L.M. Preston, The Pack: Retribution

I think it's no secret that I adore books and reading, which is why I'm so happy to share with you some great authors who are participating in a mini blog tour that culminates in a Facebook launch party to celebrate the release of author, L.M. Preston's latest novel The Pack: Retribution. I will be guest hosting the Facebook release party  for The Pack: Retribution, this Saturday, September 28, from 1-2 p.m. EST. There will be lots of bookish things going on and prizes, among which I will be offering up three bookmarks I made.Other authors participating in the blog tour include:KaSonndra LeighEmma Michaels (I'll be sharing my review of her latest novel Owlet: Society of Feathers #1, as well as a guest post from Emma on October 5)Christina Leigh PritchardBryna Butler Nicole LanganNadege Richards 

South Korean Vintage Shop

Last week my husband did a bit of exploring somewhere in South Korea and he captured this scene in front of a vintage shop he came across.I of course asked if he went in and he said, "I can't go into places like that with out you."Translation, "Um, no. There was an electronics store around the corner."I think it's absolutely lovely and doesn't it look like it could be in any old American town? That is what I think is so intriguing about this photo. We're all really not that different after all. Especially with the sign out front that reads "Vintage & Espresso Bar". Too cute.love & pretty shops,nicōle

Salmon Ceviche A Perfect Summertime Meal

Early this summer I helped a friend with a yard sale. For lunch her mother in law made us this delicious ceviche dish that was simply perfect.Turns out, it is unbelievably easy to make.Ingredients

• One 14.75 ounce can of salmon. I used Bumble Bee Wild Alaska Pink Salmon
• 1/2 Vidalia onion finely chopped
• 2 small tomatoes finely chopped
• 1/2 bunch cilantro finely chopped
• juice of two limes
• salt (to taste)

To prepare:Your basic ceviche recipe is also the typical “pico de gallo” recipe sans the jalapeno. Chop the the onion, tomatoes, and cilantro, place in bowl. Drain the can of salmon and mix into the chopped “pico de gallo” mixture. Squeeze the lime juice over and mix well. Salt to taste.This can be served over crackers (I like saltines), tortillas, Melba toast, etc.. I also paired it with a lovely bottle of Moscato.

Bloody Mary - She's So Twisted!

I really enjoy V-8 juice and sometimes I like to enhance this tomatoey beverage and turn it into a kicked up adult beverage.Instead of a celery stick I prefer to garnish my Bloody Mary with a twist lime, left over from 1/2 squeezed into my drink of course. I don’t know why I prefer it this way, perhaps it’s a Cuban thing, or perhaps it’s just that I really like lime-after all a good Mojito can make me weak in the knees. Some may same I’m crazy. Tomato/Toe-mah-toe!I’d like to introduce you to my friend, Bloody Mary, she’s so TWISTED!Ingredients:

• 6 -8 oz tomato juice (I prefer V-8)
• 2 ounces of vodka
• juice of 1/2 lime or lemon
• 1 pinch, give or take of Crazy Mixed Up Salt
• dash of Celery Salt
• hot sauce to taste I do about 6 drops
• 6-8 drops of Worcestershire sauce

To mix: Combine all of the ingredients in a highball glass containing ice, stir well, garnish with lime.Cheers!