Monthly Archives: July 2025

Rest In Peace Connie Francis

We took these photos in 2017 when Connie Francis was The Grand Marshal of the Columbus Day Parade in South Philadelphia. She was very sweet and was thrilled that our son was familiar with her music. Thanks for the music … Continue reading

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Breaking Bad Habits

Of late, I have been bedeviled by procrastination and waiting for inspiration like a train that is never going to come. Maybe a more apt metaphor is the train is sitting on the tracks, but it’s not moving. When times … Continue reading

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Chocolate Chip Cheesecake Cookies

These chocolate chip cheesecake cookies aren’t going to win any awards for looks, but they are so good! Soft cookies with a dollop of sweetened cream cheese in the center. Perfect to bring to your next cook out!

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Caturday

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Friday Five – Number Two Hundred Ten

Two hundred and ten in a continued series creating a collage using five elements.

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Easy Ham and Cheese Pie

After a long day at the pool, sometimes you need something you can throw together for dinner in about 15 minutes. This ham and cheese pie is the ticket, and while it’s baking you can make a tossed salad – … Continue reading

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Sunflowers in South Philadelphia

Springing up along a utility pole outside of the Italian Market

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