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Saturday, January 5, 2013

Bayou Heat blog tour visits the Alpha Male Diner ~ giveaways

Today at the Alpha Male Diner we have Alexandra Ivy and Laura Wright  cooking up their main dishes for you. Double the meat, double the pleasure! Raphael/Parish (Bayou Heat series) will burn your tongues, it's that hot! 
Price alert: Raphael/Parish (Bayou Heat series) is only $.99 right now




Raphael (Pantera)
Recipe created by Alexandra Ivy 
Book 1 in Bayou Heat

1 pair of golden eyes seasoned with flecks of jade
A handful of thick golden hair
3 heaping spoonfuls of raw sex appeal
2 dollops of Wildland magic
A hunk of Bayou meat seasoned with danger

Sautee in earthy lust and serve with a side of gumbo





Parish (Pantera)
Recipe created by Laura Wright
Book 2 in Bayou Heat




2 penetrating eyes of gold, blue and gray Add a fistful of sexy shoulder-length black hair 
4 cups of raw emotion 
Combine that with a powerful body that works with animal-like precision 
Toss in a few pinches of predatory lust 
And a heaping tablespoon of honor 
Work slowly to combine. 

Then stand back, Ladies.. and watch him rise...

Taste Test
(what is a Pantera?)

New Year. New World. New Species. 

LEGEND OF THE PANTERA 
Hidden in the depths of the Louisiana bayous, the Pantera, have become little more than a legend to most humans. It’s rumored that in the ancient past twin sisters, born of magic, had created a sacred land and claimed it as their own. From that land was born creatures who were neither human or animal, but a mixture of the two. Faster and stronger than humans, they have hyper acute senses, and when surrounded by the magic of the Wildlands they’re capable of shifting into pumas. It was also whispered that they possess other gifts. Telepathy, witchcraft, immortality, and the ability to produce a musk that could enthrall mere mortals. Mothers warned young girls never to roam alone near the swamps, convinced that they would be snatched by the Pantera, while young men were trained to avoid hunting anywhere near the protected Wildlands. Not that the warnings were always successful. What girl didn’t dream of being seduced by a gorgeous, mysterious stranger? And what young man didn’t want to try his skill against the most lethal predators? As the years passed, however, the sightings of the Pantera became so rare that the rumors faded to myths. Most believed the entire species had become extinct. Sadly they weren’t entirely mistaken...


Raphael & Parish Book #1 and #2 in the Bayou Heat Series 


Book #1 The brilliant and dangerous diplomat of the Pantera shapeshifters, Raphael has devoted his life to discovering the key to the infertility that is threatening the extinction of his
puma race. Creating a vast network of spies worldwide, he never expected to discover that the answer might be beneath his very nose. But when Ashe, a beautiful human female, crosses his path, his most primitive instincts are stirred.
Unable to resist, he takes her to his bed, and is shocked when she becomes pregnant with his child. It’s a miracle that might prove to be the salvation of his people, but only if he can keep her safe from the mercenaries determined to kill her.

Book #2 Untamed and undeniably sexy, Parish, leader of the Pantera hunters, rarely leaves the magic of the Wildlands to deal with the humans he despises. But with the prized and risky Pantera birth on the way, puma shifter, Parish must travel to New Orleans to find and bring back a human doctor. The moment he sees the lovely, talented and all too human Dr. Julia Cabot he cannot resist the wild, potent drive to make her his. Betrayed and destroyed by love, Julia will not let her heart choose her path again. But as she and Parish fight to save the life of an unborn child, a fierce and overwhelming bond develops between them, threatening her frozen heart with the secret hope and ultimate temptation of love and family.

About Laura:
Website / Facebook / Twitter / Goodreads 
Author of the Bestselling Mark of the Vampire series, Laura Wright spent the early years of her life immersed in the worlds of singing, acting and competitive ballroom dancing. But when she started writing, she knew she’d found her true calling. Laura lives in Los Angeles, California with her husband, two children, three dogs, two frogs and two fish. She’s been thrice nominated for a Romantic Times Reviewer’s Choice Award, and loves hearing from her readers. 
About Alexandra: Website / Facebook / Twitter / Goodreads
Alexandra Ivy is the New York Times bestselling author of the Guardians of Eternity series, the Immortal Rogues series and the Sentinels. Alexandra graduated from Truman University with a degree in theatre before deciding she preferred to bring her characters to life on paper rather than stage. She currently lives in Missouri with her extraordinarily patient husband and teenage sons.

 BAYOU HEAT BLOG TOUR 


01/03 - Close Encounters with the Night Kind 
01/04 - Paranormal Haven 
01/05 - I Smell Sheep 
01/06 - Book Monster Reviews & LITERAL ADDICTION
LIVE CHAT w/ Laura & Alexandra on January 6, 2013 from
2:00 - 3:00pm EST
(1-2pm CT, 12-1pm MDT & 11am-12pm PDT).
CLICK HERE FOR CHAT LINK 01/07 - Twitter Party with Lit Connect
01/08 - Book Lovin' Mamas 


GIVEAWAY
GIVEAWAY is a SET (all 4 books) in Laura's Mark of the Vampire series (paperbacks). Giveaway is for international also.
Posted by Sharon Stogner at 7:07 AM
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87 comments:

  1. UnknownJanuary 5, 2013 at 7:34 AM

    If they look anything like the cover hunks "Hell Yes" I would definitely wander!!

    grapeapril75(AT)gmail.com

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  2. HeatherJanuary 5, 2013 at 7:58 AM

    By the looks of the cover I would go wandering.

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  3. Books Books and More BooksJanuary 5, 2013 at 8:22 AM

    Yes...at least for a peek.

    Heather ~ Books Books and More Books

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  4. UnknownJanuary 5, 2013 at 8:24 AM

    I would love to win these books. They look good.

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  5. EmiJanuary 5, 2013 at 8:25 AM

    "Mothers warned young girls never to roam alone near the swamps, convinced that they would be snatched by the Pantera" knowing this... would you go?- of course

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    1. laura WrightJanuary 5, 2013 at 9:10 AM

      Love it:)))

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    2. AnonymousJanuary 5, 2013 at 9:21 AM

      Hell I would enter I have issues when told not to do something

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    3. AnonymousJanuary 6, 2013 at 1:25 PM

      Love all the book from this writer,so I highly recommend her books.

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  6. AnonymousJanuary 5, 2013 at 8:36 AM

    Got the first book....waiting for the next. I have read some of A.I.'s books, but haven't had the pleasure of reading Laura's yet.

    Happy New Year Everyone!

    Deb T
    mammy4423(at)yahoo.com

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  7. AnonymousJanuary 5, 2013 at 9:05 AM

    Of course I would go...these men are HOT!!! Thanks for the giveaway!!

    kandj7299 at verizon dot net

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  8. DannyfiredragonJanuary 5, 2013 at 9:05 AM

    I would definitely go, I like adventures.

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  9. Tricia SmithJanuary 5, 2013 at 9:06 AM

    Of course I would....As if there was really any choice!!

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  10. Laura WrightJanuary 5, 2013 at 9:10 AM

    I love reading these answers!!

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  11. VictoriaJanuary 5, 2013 at 9:12 AM

    Yes, I would go.

    vsloboda(at)gmail(dot)com

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  12. JackieJanuary 5, 2013 at 9:20 AM

    I would definitely go...:)

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  13. Sullivan McPigJanuary 5, 2013 at 9:22 AM

    I'm a pig, so I would have no trouble with
    Pantera.... Unless they like bacon... Hmmm
    I'd better not risk it.

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  14. Liss MartzJanuary 5, 2013 at 9:30 AM

    I never listen to warnings.. So I'll go!!

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  15. UnknownJanuary 5, 2013 at 9:31 AM

    Uhhh....Yeah!!! Those are some YUMMY covers!!!

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  16. absolutartist1January 5, 2013 at 9:34 AM

    lol if only stories were more "real"... yes, i'd go. ;)

    thanks for the chance to win!

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  17. JoanneJanuary 5, 2013 at 9:35 AM

    I always did the opposite of what my mother wanted so Hell yeah, I'd go. Great covers.

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  18. Crystal RisterJanuary 5, 2013 at 9:40 AM

    Heck yeah... Curiosity may have killed the cat. But he/she died knowing!!!! Ahh, the things you'd see and learn and smell and FEEL.

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  19. Chelsea RaffertyJanuary 5, 2013 at 9:42 AM

    I'd definitely go.... Not just because of the "hot" men... but because whenever you tell your kids DON'T do something, they do the opposite...so yeah, I'm sure my curiosity would be aroused and I'd probably try to be all stealthy and sneak around to see...then after getting comfortable with the atmosphere and not seeing anyone I'd probably make myself a special spot in the woods somewhere.

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  20. LisaJanuary 5, 2013 at 9:42 AM

    I'm pretty sure I would still go! Thanks for the giveaway, I love both of these authors . Enjoy your New Year!

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  21. Vanessa N.January 5, 2013 at 9:43 AM

    If they are the ones from the book, I would definitely go. Who could resist.

    mythic021@gmail.com

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  22. Steelerlady2379January 5, 2013 at 9:47 AM

    If there was a chance of a face to face with the man on the cover, Oh hell yeah!!! I have to say I am very excited about this series. I have read Laura Wright's Mark of the Vampire and all of Alexandra Ivy's Guardians of Eternity and I loved both series!! So I can only imagine how great Bayou Heat Series will be!!
    Happy reading and writing*
    Teresa
    morris1963tess@yahoo.com

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  23. UnknownJanuary 5, 2013 at 9:55 AM

    I love all of Alexandra's books so I am looking forward to checking out this new book series!

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  24. marsJanuary 5, 2013 at 10:03 AM

    Mothers worn there kids about all men... so yes, I would definitely wonder... probably try to hide though.
    Thanks for the giveaway. I can't wait to check out this series.

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  25. AnonymousJanuary 5, 2013 at 10:11 AM

    I love Laura´s and Alexandra´s books so I bought the first book in Bayou Heat series.:)And I would go!The men are hot!*g*

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  26. CBartonJanuary 5, 2013 at 10:25 AM

    Because it is more of a dare in my mind, I would go just to say I been there. Thank you for the giveaway and Happy New Year.

    cmucha319@yahoo.com

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  27. Elizabeth H.January 5, 2013 at 10:31 AM

    YES!!

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  28. LindaJanuary 5, 2013 at 10:38 AM

    I think i´d camp out there *snickers* =) who can resist something like that, as a blueeyed teenager with a head filled with romance fluff.

    Thanks for the giveaway & Happy New Year!
    //Linda
    fr_larsson at hotmail dot com

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  29. UnknownJanuary 5, 2013 at 10:45 AM

    I would definately go there.I love and have read all of Alexandra Ivy's books and loved them and cant wait to read Laura's

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  30. LorraineJanuary 5, 2013 at 11:26 AM

    Boths Author's rock my world with their books, I find when i read them it is like i am there and an exscape from my real world. I would go and sit, meditate and hope that one would show just to meet him..

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  31. Ann S.January 5, 2013 at 11:29 AM

    Knowing what I have read, heck yeah I would go, lol. Two of the best authors teaming up, I can't wait to read these books.

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  32. AnonymousJanuary 5, 2013 at 11:33 AM

    Uhhh........Yeah!!! Those covers are hot:)

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  33. Mandy MillerJanuary 5, 2013 at 11:35 AM

    Curiosity has always been my downfall so, HELLS YEAH!!! I would wander. Try to stop me ^_^

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  34. UnknownJanuary 5, 2013 at 11:42 AM

    Hell yeah!! Lol from what i've read about those guys you couldn't keep me away :D Can't wait to read these books. Thanks for the post love th recipes! And for the giveaway

    amieesnow@gmail.com

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  35. LizJanuary 5, 2013 at 11:43 AM

    I've got my copy...can't wait to get into it =)

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  36. Brenda AJanuary 5, 2013 at 11:44 AM

    I'd certainly go!

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  37. Mary KirklandJanuary 5, 2013 at 12:09 PM

    Yeah I would. I've never been one to do what I'm told. lol

    miztik_rose@yahoo.com

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  38. MelissaJanuary 5, 2013 at 12:23 PM

    Of course I would go!! I never did as I was told when I was little!

    melissalamb(at)musfiber(dot)com

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  39. DebbieJanuary 5, 2013 at 1:00 PM

    I would absolutely go...always up for a bit of mystery and adventure with some hot guys!!!

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  40. Sharon StognerJanuary 5, 2013 at 1:15 PM

    I am starting to worry for the Pantera! With the woods full of all these females they don't have a chance ;)especially if the women start setting traps...

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  41. GailJanuary 5, 2013 at 1:36 PM

    With my crazy girlfriend by my side, I sure would go exploring;)

    gsryley(AT)gmail(DOT)com

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  42. JamieJanuary 5, 2013 at 2:13 PM

    Hell, yes, I'd go ;-)

    Jamie@Addicted2Heroines

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  43. GohaJanuary 5, 2013 at 2:18 PM

    Hell yes!;)

    Thanks for the giveaway!

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  44. Barbara E.January 5, 2013 at 3:12 PM

    Heck yeah, I'd want to find me a sexy Pantera. :D

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  45. Netty2368January 5, 2013 at 3:35 PM

    Have these books on my TBR list would love to win these books so I can start reading :-)

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  46. Netty2368January 5, 2013 at 3:36 PM

    Oh he'll yes I'd go ;-)

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  47. DebbyJanuary 5, 2013 at 5:50 PM

    Of course I would. When have I ever listened to things like that?
    debby236 at gmail dot com

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  48. Daniel MJanuary 5, 2013 at 6:05 PM

    or course i'd go, thanks for the giveaway - regnod(at)yahoo(d0t)com

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  49. Brittney BalteraJanuary 5, 2013 at 7:01 PM

    from the looks of the covers and me being too nosey, id go :)

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  50. jmcgaughJanuary 5, 2013 at 7:43 PM

    Well, when I was a young girl, I probably wouldn't have. Later, however, you bet!

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  51. Denise ZJanuary 5, 2013 at 8:27 PM

    Well of course I would go on in, until reading this awesome post today I would have thought PANTERA was that awesome Italian sweet bread we get at the holidays (snigger) can't keep a girl away from that sweet Italian after all. Now I find out its full of hunky mysterious strangers,well move over panatone! I get my sweets with a little mysterious adventure ;=D Thank you for the fun sharing and the treat of a giveaway opportunity.

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  52. donnasJanuary 5, 2013 at 10:44 PM

    I think so, lifes a chance after all.

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  53. seaJanuary 6, 2013 at 1:26 AM

    Thanks for the giveaways!

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  54. UnknownJanuary 6, 2013 at 4:07 AM

    Yes, I would go.
    olga_sergejeva (at) hotmail.co.uk

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  55. UnknownJanuary 6, 2013 at 5:43 AM

    I might go ;)

    Julie K
    kornhsl@yahoo.com

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  56. AurianJanuary 6, 2013 at 7:18 AM

    If I knew they looked like the men on the covers, I would set out to catch a glimpse of them for sure. And of course, not listening to my mother would be important as well.

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  57. myboo63January 6, 2013 at 7:58 AM

    I never listened well so I would go
    myboo63@hotmail.com

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  58. UnknownJanuary 6, 2013 at 8:48 AM

    lol i've never been one to let other people decide my fate. trbrakel@yahoo.com thank you for showcasing what appears to be an amazing series that i will be needing to read asap

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  59. Sue SattlerJanuary 6, 2013 at 9:29 AM

    In a heartbeat!!! :D

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  60. PM350January 6, 2013 at 10:57 AM

    as Madea would say - "Hell to the YES"

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  61. JudyJanuary 6, 2013 at 11:02 AM

    I would go, most simply because I was told not to. I have a always been a bit of a rebel and would have to prove them all wrong.

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  62. DiJanuary 6, 2013 at 11:03 AM

    probably not - I'd be too scared! That's why I read about things.

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  63. ArtemisGJanuary 6, 2013 at 11:21 AM

    Definitely, thank you for the great giveaway!

    My entry name: Demitra Giote

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  64. erinJanuary 6, 2013 at 2:00 PM

    Thanks for the fun post and giveaway!

    Hecks yeah!!!!!! :)

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  65. bn100January 6, 2013 at 2:32 PM

    maybe yes

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  66. LaurieJanuary 6, 2013 at 3:50 PM

    *snort* Of course!

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  67. Chelsea B.January 6, 2013 at 5:00 PM

    At some point in my life, of course! ;-)

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  68. J Lenni DornerJanuary 6, 2013 at 6:50 PM

    I'd go. But I'd go armed if someone were to tag along with me.

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  69. SashaJanuary 6, 2013 at 8:23 PM

    I'd go but with a friend :)

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  70. BonnieJanuary 6, 2013 at 9:01 PM

    Yes, I would go!

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  71. FedoraJanuary 6, 2013 at 9:07 PM

    Um, after seeing the covers? Yep. :)

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  72. LindaJanuary 6, 2013 at 10:38 PM

    Hell yeah!

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  73. megblodJanuary 6, 2013 at 10:42 PM

    I don't think i could help but go after seeing those covers.

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  74. pcJanuary 6, 2013 at 11:59 PM

    Wandering would be a must!

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  75. Irene JacksonJanuary 7, 2013 at 3:18 AM

    Of course I would , it would be totally irresistable!

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  76. lsmoore49January 7, 2013 at 6:10 AM

    Probably not now. When I was younger yea I sure would. hehehe

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  77. SusieBJanuary 7, 2013 at 11:11 AM

    Hmm if the Pantera are the Bayou Heat men then I definitely would lol!! Thanks for the giveaway!!

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  78. SdyLionJanuary 7, 2013 at 5:07 PM

    NO! Swamps are just plain creeeepy! sdylion(at)gmail(dot)com

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  79. barbaraJanuary 8, 2013 at 10:01 AM

    If I'd get snatched by Parish or Raphael then yes, I'd run! ;)

    Thanks for the giveaway!
    bimmergrlmd at gmail dot com

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  80. Alexandra IvyJanuary 8, 2013 at 2:58 PM

    Thanks for inviting us to stop by!!

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  81. Lauren BJanuary 9, 2013 at 7:33 AM

    I might if it was worth my while ;0)

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  82. JacquiJanuary 9, 2013 at 5:05 PM

    "I love to go a wandering a wandering I would go!"

    ticklebear2 at yahoo dot com

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  83. June M.January 9, 2013 at 10:29 PM

    Risk getting snatched by some sexy supernatural guy.....OH YEAH! Just point me in the right direction ;)
    manning_J2004 at yahoo dot com

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  84. Sharon StognerJanuary 13, 2013 at 9:50 AM

    contest over. thanks to everyone who stopped by to play with us :)

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