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Bring on the Carbs

I’m officially calling it.  As of this morning, I resumed eating like a normal person and here‘s why. For one, I wasn’t eating anywhere near enough total calories in a day.  Do you know how much zucchini and lettuce it … Continue reading

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Sugar Detox

So, as you may have noticed, I ate a LOT of sugar during the holidays.  All the treats were fantastically delicious, but by the end of two weeks of orange glazed cinnamon rolls for breakfast, cookies for lunch, and fudge … Continue reading

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Worst Vacation Ever and Banana Pudding for Consolation

We had excellent plans for our weekend in Cincinnati.  King’s Island Amusement Park, the Zoo, IKEA.  Sounds nice right?  The tickets were bought, reservations were made, bags were packed. But, despite our plans, the trip started out poorly.  First, we … Continue reading

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Grilled Turkey and Gouda Sandwiches

Sometimes simple food is the most delicious.  This is quick and easy to make but it tastes like a gourmet sandwich.  It was inspired by a sandwich I had recently at a local restaurant that was unexpectedly amazing.  That one … Continue reading

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Happy Mothers’ Day!

I have the greatest mother in the world.  And for seven years now, I haven’t been home for mothers’ day, so here is a small tribute to my mother. She is more kind, more generous, and more patient than anyone … Continue reading

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Experimenting With Urban Herb Gardens

Spring break project number 87:  Plant a garden. I really want to plant all sorts of things–strawberries, carrots, zucchini, potatoes, broccoli, cucumbers, watermelon, spinach–I could keep going.  The thing is, I live in a condo, on the second floor, with … Continue reading

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