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About winesoakedramblings - The Blog of Vickie van Dyke

Writing is therapy. Wine is therapy. Writing while drinking wine is the best therapy. Reading while drinking can also be fun. Listening while drinking is also fun so check out my podcast! And then there's that book (memoir) that I wrote: Confessions of a Potty-Mouthed Chef: How to Cheat, Eat and be Happy! My life has provided me with a wealth of inspiration. Maybe something here will inspire you too? ~Vickie

Why I Love Juan Pablo and Nikki … or … Are You a Reactor or a Responder?

Posted on March 20, 2014 by winesoakedramblings - The Blog of Vickie van Dyke

First off, I admit, I love The Bachelor (and Bachelorette). Go ahead, you can pooh-pooh reality shows all you want and when you fall off your mighty high horse come on over to my house for some wine and some … Continue reading →

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Would You Walk The Dog In Your Pyjamas?

Posted on March 18, 2014 by winesoakedramblings - The Blog of Vickie van Dyke

As I was dressing for work this past Monday, it occurred to me that since Friday evening I had worn nothing but pyjamas (for lounging, sleeping, hanging out) and yoga pants (so as not to walk the dog in pyjamas, … Continue reading →

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What Would Happen If You Were Asked To Interview Yourself?

Posted on March 16, 2014 by winesoakedramblings - The Blog of Vickie van Dyke

It’s amazing what you discover when you start cleaning out old computer files.  Especially if you’ve always liked to write and you keep everything ever written that is even vaguely interesting.  Today, as I began Round 1 of the great … Continue reading →

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When The Universe Speaks, Do You Actually Listen?

Posted on March 12, 2014 by winesoakedramblings - The Blog of Vickie van Dyke

or …. It’s My Gig and I’ll Cry If I Want To. I am a big believer in The Universe.  And I do believe The Universe (feel free to name it what you will) does speak to us regularly. We … Continue reading →

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How Much Do You Actually Like YOU?

Posted on March 11, 2014 by winesoakedramblings - The Blog of Vickie van Dyke

I like chocolate. Dark chocolate.  I like it a lot.  I also like wine (both red and white), comfy beds, high-heeled shoes and Golden Doodles.  I like cooking, writing, singing and interesting conversations. I also like my family, my friends … Continue reading →

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Come Out Of The Closet … I Dare You.

Posted on March 7, 2014 by winesoakedramblings - The Blog of Vickie van Dyke

I am a gypsy at heart, could pack up and move in a heartbeat (okay realistically maybe two days) and I really don’t have a lot of stuff.  I mean I have stuff – enough stuff – to live comfortably … Continue reading →

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Really, I Just Want To Get Thumped …

Posted on March 5, 2014 by winesoakedramblings - The Blog of Vickie van Dyke

I have a truly awesome boyfriend.  Above and beyond awesome.  He takes out the garbage.  He shovels the driveway … and walkway … and deck … and outdoor fire pit.  And, I’m sure you can appreciate how gargantuan a task … Continue reading →

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Panties. Are You Kidding Me?

Posted on February 26, 2014 by winesoakedramblings - The Blog of Vickie van Dyke

 Have I got your attention yet? Let me start off by saying I am a big fan of panties.  I wear them almost daily.  I wear bikinis, thongs, boy shorts and yes I will even admit to big-girl panties when … Continue reading →

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Part 2 … To Ski or Not To Ski

Posted on February 20, 2014 by winesoakedramblings - The Blog of Vickie van Dyke

Further to my last blog … I did it.  I rose to the challenge and did not fall trying.  I faced that mountain head on, I skied my ass off (well, actually that’s not true because there’s still far too … Continue reading →

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To Ski or Not To Ski …

Posted on February 18, 2014 by winesoakedramblings - The Blog of Vickie van Dyke

Two things. One – I’ve been watching a lot of Olympics. Two – I’m going skiing tomorrow. Anyone who knows me will not not confuse these events in any way. Mostly because my gold medal run pretty much consists of … Continue reading →

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