Ah, the much-maligned mother-in-law. For so many, the ultimate “frenemy” – that one guaranteed person whom can either be an enemy disguised as a friend or someone who’s both a friend and a rival. And, dealing with anyone whom you consider to be a frenemy can be tough, to say […]
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Cabbage and Ramen Noodle Vinaigrette Slaw
0 commentsCole slaw is one of the salads that my handsome half will eat that actually contains greens. This slaw recipe is different from the usual mayonaise based slaws. It has an Asian twist and an amazing taste. The fact that it incorporates ramen noodles may evoke feelings of nostalgia among […]
Was Mother's Day a Disappointment?
0 commentsIt’s the day after. Many of you who are mothers had an absolutely marvelous Mother’s Day – but some of you didn’t. Some of you may, indeed, be depressed today because your expectations for Mother’s Day weren’t met and you feel unimportant, underappreciated and taken advantage of. Or, the day may […]
Medora III's Potato Salad
0 commentsIt’s an eternal debate: mustard based or mayonnaise based potato salad. Well, I grew up eating the following recipe which is my grandmother’s – Medora III – recipe. She is an anomaly as she has always said that she doesn’t like to cook. Yet, she is one of the most creative and […]
Write a "Love Letter"
0 commentsAhh….it’s May. The last full month of spring. The month of beginnings and endings as the bridal and graduation seasons are in full swing. It is also the month that we have a designated day to honor our mothers in the U.S. In anticipation of that day, I thought I’d share with you […]
Strawberry Pretzel Salad
0 commentsDid you know that May is national salad month? Well, neither did I until recently. So, in keeping with the spirit of the merry ol’ month of May, I’m going to share with you some of the salad recipes that I’ve found to be crowd pleasers. I also can’t yet get […]
Easy to Talk to
0 commentsIt happens everytime I attend a social gathering. As I’m mixing and mingling, getting to know folks I’ve just met or getting re-acquainted with those I haven’t seen in awhile, I find myself in deep conversation with someone who is divulging deep concerns, secrets, etc. 99% of the time, these […]
Strawberry Cake
0 commentsO.K. – here it is folks – the QUEEN of my strawberry recipes. But, first, before we “crown the queen” (i.e., bake and eat it) a little background on this recipe. I once worked with a lady who was named very appropriately: Lillian Lovelady. Why do I consider her to […]
It's the Little Things
0 commentsRecently, I was having a lovely visit with one of my favorite people. She is a young single mother – doing an admirable job with her young son – who finds herself in a relationship with a wonderful man. They are compatible, he likes her son and he does little things […]
Strawberry Bread
0 commentsI usually make strawberry bread at Christmas and give it as gifts. However, why wait for Christmas? Especially when strawberries are in season and can add a seasonal flavor that can’t be achieved in the middle of winter. This bread is good as a snack, for breakfast or even as […]