Monthly Archives: November 2021

Happy Birthday Joe!

Posted on November 30, 2021 by Tina

This photo of Joe’s head was one I shot when we were first dating, I used it on the first birthday card I made for him. The following year, I used it again and after that, it became tradition. Happy … Continue reading →

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Turkey Pot Pie

Posted on November 29, 2021 by Tina

I’m always looking for new ways to use up the leftover turkey from our holiday meal. I’ve made crepes, tetrazzini, and large vats of soup – but a pot pie felt like the ticket since I had an excess of … Continue reading →

Posted in Holiday, Lovin' from the Oven, News | Tagged pot pie, turkey, what to do with leftovers | 2 Comments

Christmas Tree Ornament Hangers

Posted on November 28, 2021 by Tina

We put our tree up on Saturday, and while rooting through ornament boxes, I came across this vintage ornament hanger box. It was produced by Criterion Bell & Specialty Company established in 1937 in Brooklyn, NY. The graphics are marvelous!

Posted in Blast from the Past, Collecting, Holiday, News | Tagged Criterion Bell & Specialty Company, ornament hanger box, vintage | Leave a comment

Feline Friday

Posted on November 26, 2021 by Tina

Posted in Feline Fridays | Tagged autumn, South Philly Kitties | 1 Comment

Happy Thanksgiving!

Posted on November 25, 2021 by Tina

Posted in Holiday, Looking South, Philadelphia | Tagged South Philly, Thanksgiving, the 1970s, window decoration | 2 Comments

Here We Go!

Posted on November 24, 2021 by Tina

The turkey is brining, one pie down, The Boy’s corn custard casserole is in the oven. Now for the second pie and to make the dressing, it’s been a busy day in our house – I love Thanksgiving!

Posted in Holiday, Lovin' from the Oven | Tagged corn custard casserole, prep work, Thanksgiving, turkey | Leave a comment

Pumpkin Apple Streusel Muffins

Posted on November 22, 2021 by Tina

We’re not big pumpkin pie fans in our house, but we do love pumpkin bread and pumpkin muffins. This recipe combines pumpkin and apples – a perfect fall combo!

Posted in Lovin' from the Oven | Tagged baking, good with coffee, muffins, pumpkin | 1 Comment

Jefferson Square again…

Posted on November 20, 2021 by Joe

South Philadelphia

Posted in Looking South, Philadelphia, Photography, South Philly Safari | Tagged Fall, park, Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, trees | 2 Comments

Feline Friday

Posted on November 19, 2021 by Tina

Posted in Feline Fridays | Tagged ginger cats, Plywood the Cat | 1 Comment

Go-Kart or Speed-Bike?

Posted on November 16, 2021 by Joe

So you scraped together the two bucks and waited patiently for the instructions to arrive in the mail while you pictured yourself buzzing the town on your boss GO-KART or sweet SPEED-BIKE! Wouldn’t it be great?! Imagine all of the … Continue reading →

Posted in What I Miss About Comics | Tagged 1973, comics, Fantastic Four, go-kart, Jack Kirby, reprint, speed-bike | 2 Comments

Cranberry Chocolate Chip Muffins

Posted on November 15, 2021 by Tina

Since Thanksgiving is right around the corner, fresh cranberries have made an appearance in the market. These muffins have chopped cranberries, mini chocolate chips, and orange zest with a streusel topping and an orange glaze! They’re the perfect accompaniment with … Continue reading →