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And Now There Are Three

It’s beyond heartbreaking saying good-bye to a loved one.

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Remembering my Dad on Memorial Day

Honoring my dad who served in World War II on this Memorial Day.

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Esther’s Pasty Pie

Pasties are individual meat pies popular in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. Read how our Finnish cousin made hers into a whole pie.

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Sweet Serendipity

Recipes from the iconic restaurant in New York City, Serendipity. I made a special dessert in honor of my granddaughter’s 2nd birthday.

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Some Favorite Holiday Foods

Here are some of my favorite foods to make for Christmas!

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Mom’s English Toffee Cookies

I grew up with these cookies and still make them every Christmas. They always remind me of my mom.

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Scandinavian Almond Bars

I found this cookie recipe that my mom had marked as “wonderful” in her recipe box so of course I had to try them!

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Kara’s Rolls

These easy no-knead overnight dinner rolls are a favorite at our house especially with my youngest daughter.

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