Ah, the New Year. It seems that everyone I encounter has made some sort of New Year’s resolution regarding food. And, that’s a good thing if the resolution can be kept. Usually, though, they can’t which makes the resolver feel like a failure. Hence, the reason I don’t make New […]
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New Year's Resolution Soup
0 commentsAfter two months of dessert recipes, I’ve decided to start the new year off virtuously. Here is a delicious soup recipe that is from Women’s World Magazine and is sure to please everyone. “Introduced in Woman’s World Magazine (October 3, 2011), issues quickly disappeared from newsstands across the country as […]
Break These Habits
0 commentsI personally know of several folks who are either looking for a job because they are unemployed or wishing that they could change jobs because they are dissatisfied with the one they have. If you fall into either one of these categories it’s not good. Unfortunately for job seekers, it’s […]
The Sound of Silence
0 commentsHappy New Year folks! I want to begin the New Year by sharing an insight from the wisest woman alive that I know, my grandmother – Medora III. We were visiting on the phone recently and were marveling at our shared perception that the week between Christmas and New Year’s […]
Chocolate Whiskey Cake
0 commentsThere’s a cute story behind this recipe. Medora III took a pledge when she was a teenager to never let a drop of the ‘ol demon rum pass her lips. And at the age of 93, she has yet to imbibe either a beer, cocktail or glass of wine. Her […]
To a Good Man
0 commentsToday, December 28, 2011 would have been my paternal grandfather’s 100th birthday. He didn’t make it to 100 – but he tried. He passed away on January 3, 2007 – exactly one week after his 95th birthday. I’d call him every year on his birthday and instead of saying “I’m […]
Being There
0 commentsWhew! The push and whirlwind of activity that leads up to Christmas is over. I do love all of the activities and festivities, but I have to admit that when December 26th arrives, I am relieved. And, I’m particularly relieved if the holiday season passes and no one I’m close […]
Fran's Black Russian Bundt Cake
0 commentsThis recipe is from another FABULOUS red-head who likes to cook. It makes a very impressive and appreciated Christmas gift – one which I’ve personally made and given to many folks. My soldier son enjoyed sharing it with friends and colleagues when he was deployed to Afghanistan. My handsome half – and unapologetic […]
Is This Good News??
0 commentsLast week, there was an article published about a survey that discovered that teens are drinking alcohol less. (http://www.lansingstatejournal.com/article/20111215/NEWS01/112150335/Survey-finds-more-teens-using-pot-fewer-drink-alcohol) Why? Well, it seems that all of the PSAs about the dangers of drinking and driving and the nightly news that heralds the consequences of drinking and driving have been effective […]
The Payoff
0 commentsThis week, there have been many reports in the news about “Secret Santas” who have paid off the layaway balances for perfect strangers at various stores. The spirit of such giving has been infectious as there have also been reports of others paying for groceries, gas, etc. Hearing those stories […]