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Like most Americans, I’m fond of the Christmas season. The lights, the decorations, the music, the movies, the food and drinks, sparkly and tacky clothes, extra time spent with friends and family members, and all the other fun, festive, and celebratory activities, traditions, and social gatherings that are enjoyed throughout Christmas and New Year’s. Whether […]
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You guys know I’m a fall girl and I love ALL THINGS PUMPKIN! Yup, I’m all about pumpkin spice and everything nice and I have no shame in declaring my pumpkin-spice obsession! One of the things I love about pumpkin is its flavor versatility – it is equally delicious enjoyed sweet or savory and doesn’t […]
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The pear often takes a backseat to the apple during the fall months but it is a featured fruit of the season nonetheless. While I’m guilty of preferring the apple over the pear, I still like to take advantage of cooking and eating whatever the freshest finds are at my local supermarket and farmer’s market […]
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As a foodie, one of my favorite things about the summer months is preparing meals with the freshest fare found at my local farmer’s market or grown from my daughter’s garden. In my opinion, there is no better way to savor the flavors of the season than by eating food that makes me feel as […]
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A seasonal pastime for many Midwesterners is visiting a local U-Pick farm to acquire a bounty of the latest “in season” produce. One of my family’s faves to gather are blueberries. Fat, juicy and ripe for the picking, these tiny and tasty berries make the perfect ingredient in any sweet bread or baked dessert, like […]
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I interrupt your holiday festivities to bring you this message… …it is time for a break before the seasons break you. Friend, it is time for a time out, a refreshment of a little coffee and a whole lotta Jesus before your holidays become a holidaze. I’m not talking literal coffee, although, that would be […]
