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Last week we learned that Banjo Man’s radiation treatments would not end on February 21, but on March 2. 37 total. That’s a lot, but still…completely doable. He’s disappointed, of course, and wearing down, but the weather keeps cooperating and … Continue reading
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super bowl 57: day of weird food
Because I am neither a Kansas City Chiefs fan or a Philadelphia Eagles fan, I have decided to put a little effort into the food today. No, I am not having a party. Daughter Nancy is stopping by to hang out … Continue reading
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craving turkey
I may never eat turkey again. I’ll back up. Last week Banjo Man had a craving for turkey soup. His appetite has diminished during radiation and his love of soup has drastically increased. So I cooked a turkey last Sunday. … Continue reading
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23 below zero
We’re setting records this morning in the midst of an “Arctic blast” in New England. The temperature outside is -6, with a wind chill temp of -23. But the sun is shining, our pipes didn’t freeze and there are no … Continue reading
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an old-fashioned cream puff
We were invited to Jeff and Dr. Angela’s for a Sunday afternoon of Mexican Train dominoes and dinner. I offered to bring dessert, because any chance to bake makes me happy (except for last week’s blueberry ricotta cake, listed online … Continue reading
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new chowder for the new year
I am no stranger to making chowder. Clam chowder, quahog chowder, shrimp and corn chowder, fish chowder? I’ve made it. I’ve rarely followed a recipe, preferring to combine recipes or just wing it. And life was good. But a few … Continue reading
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yes, we have no bananas
This is what was outside yesterday morning. And this was what was inside: What was I baking, you ask? Here’s a hint.This was one of two bowls of frozen bananas dug out of the freezer by an incredulous husband. I … Continue reading
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and so we are thankful
Happy Thanksgiving, everyone! I hope you are looking forward to a lovely day of food and family and friends. And pie. The day before Thanksgiving last year: The day before Thanksgiving this year: And now it is Thanksgiving morning and … Continue reading
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heading east, 2022
We’re in a Fairfield Inn in…wait a sec, let me think… I have drawn a blank. Iowa, though. We’re in Iowa and we will be sleeping in Ohio tonight. It’s a four state day. I am in the breakfast room. … Continue reading
the beautiful colors of september
Dahlias, a pumpkin, an anniversary card and a new tablecloth all make me love this month. And then there is this, another sign of fall: Yesterday was the day to haul the bags of frozen apricots from the freezer and … Continue reading
is there any more pie? 