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Category Archives: Holiday
Happy Father’s Day
A photo I took of the fellas in Rittenhouse Square in 2000. Happy Father’s Day to all the dads out there, especially to my Joe – I couldn’t be more grateful for what a wonderful dad he’s been to our … Continue reading
Posted in Holiday, Philadelphia, Photography
Tagged Father's Day. the fellas, Rittenhouse Square
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Memorial Day 2017
In memory of many, in honor of all, thank you.
Potato Kugel
When I was mulling over side dishes to go with my Easter ham I spotted this recipe on Smitten Kitchen for potato kugel. Shredded potatoes tossed with onions, flour, and eggs – baked in a well oiled cast iron pan – … Continue reading
Bow Tie for Spring
Calling all modeling agencies – I have a handsome, six foot tall, seventeen year old with a perfected brooding expression, and he can pull off a bowtie! I whipped up this tie in less than an hour, no advanced sewing skills needed. … Continue reading
A Tail of Two Birthdays
When the vet was guesstimating a birthday for Plywood, she penned February 24th in his chart. Since Lloyd’s birthday is the 25th, we now have a back to back celebration. I’m pretty sure Plywood thought the balloons, pulled pork sandwiches, and … Continue reading
Posted in Crafts, Holiday
Tagged birthday crowns, Dionne Warwick, Patsy Cline, Petula Clark, Plywood, the boy
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Coconut Cream Pie
I wanted to make dessert for Valentine’s Day dinner last night. Being short on time, I skipped the traditional pie crust for a store bought graham cracker crust, and frozen whipped topping instead of whipping heavy cream. Despite the shortcuts, … Continue reading
Posted in Holiday, Lovin' from the Oven, News
Tagged coconut, pies, quick desserts, shortcuts
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Be Mine!
23rd in a series of Valentines for my boyfriend/husband. They’re the same person, by the way – just thought I should clear that up! Happy Valentine’s Day, dear Joe!!!
Cherry Chocolate Chip Cookies
Valentine’s Day is right around the corner, and I can’t think of a better way to say “I dig you”, than baking a batch of these big, soft, chocolate chip cherry cookies for your significant other. No significant other? No problem! … Continue reading
Posted in Holiday, Lovin' from the Oven
Tagged big soft cookies, cherries and chocolate, Valentine's Day
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All The World Loves A Lover
The phrase “All the world loves a lover” is taken from an essay on love by Ralph Waldo Emerson, meaning that people are always happy to see two people in love. Such was the case on Sunday when a man … Continue reading
Posted in Holiday, News, Philadelphia, Photography
Tagged 2017 Mummer's Parade, Broad Street, marriage proposal, South Philly
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