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A Sweet Tradition

Posted on March 4, 2013 by Susan

A couple weeks ago, I set a loose goal for myself to bake some sort of bread about once a week. I had no particular reason to do this…it was just one of those things. (What? You don’t get crazy … Continue reading →

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The Mysterious Case of the Disappearing Pie

Posted on November 24, 2011 by Susan

Despite the fact that we are going to the home of some friends for Thanksgiving dinner, I have been busy creating vegan options for my family to dine on.  One of the things I decided to experiment with whip up … Continue reading →

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Happy Thanksgiving

Posted on November 23, 2011 by Susan

I have so  much to be thankful for.  A warm home, loving husband, two beautiful daughters, way too many critters, deep friendships and well…what more could I possibly need? How about a cornucopia filled with pineapple, lemons and watermelon? (Thank … Continue reading →

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Thankful Memories

Posted on November 22, 2011 by Susan

Over dinner last night, I mentioned that I felt so bad for Thanksgiving as it is a forgotten holiday.  My family wasn’t buying into my thoughts about November’s holiday.  Everyone knows about Thanksgiving and everyone loves to enjoy a feast … Continue reading →

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An Airport Non-Tradition

Posted on July 1, 2011 by Susan

“Mom, can we go to the airport extra, extra early?” Mimi asked.  It was all my horrified brain could do not to scream that there was no way on this green earth that  I was going to get up even … Continue reading →

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The Wonderful Lily

Posted on April 24, 2011 by Susan

Shaun and I were in the hardware store On A Mission for a very important doohickey that he needed desperately.  I happily followed along admiring all the fun eye candy. (Seriously, I like hardware stores!)  When we came to a … Continue reading →

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The Valentine Baby

Posted on February 13, 2011 by Susan

Do you think it would be wonderful to be born on Valentine’s Day? Please join me over at Life As a Human to read about my thoughts on the subject.  Yes, you have to! It’s my birthday!    Just click … Continue reading →

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Flying Cars and Popcorn Balls

Posted on January 3, 2011 by Susan

Shortly before Christmas, my oldest daughter Kaitie sadly informed me that my gift from her was going to be late.  As one who has been the recipient of such treasures as beautifully crafted macaroni necklaces and meticulously painted rocks, waiting … Continue reading →

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The Spaghetti Slurpers

Posted on March 3, 2010 by Susan

Last night at dinner, Mimi gathered up a fork full of spaghetti noodles and started bringing them towards her mouth.  Halfway there, she abruptly stopped and carefully picked up one sauce laden noodle.  As the pasta dangled in midair . … Continue reading →

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