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Preggatinis for the Mom-to-Be

Preggatinis are a way for the Mom-to-Be to join in party or holiday festivities without alcohol, and healthy juices instead that look like cocktails!

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Happy Birthday 2016 to my Firstborn!

To me, there is no greater gift in life than the joy of children and family. Happy birthday today to my firstborn, Kristina!

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Weekend Catch

While I was home watching the series repeat of Downton Abbey, my husband was reeling in some big fish from the depths of Lake Superior in Upper Michigan.

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Healthier Overnight Breakfast Casserole

An Overnight Breakfast Casserole can be full of fat and calories, but not this one! Read about the one I made for this lazy Labor Day weekend.

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Spud Point Crab Company

Bodega Bay California is known as the setting for Alfred Hitchcock’s movie, The Birds, but also the site of the best clam chowder and crab sandwiches.

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Ninety-Five and Counting

My mom turned ninety-five recently and impressed us when she blew out all the candles in one big effort, although the smoke alarm did go off…

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Cooking after the Concert

After recovering from the excitement of the Paul McCartney concert, it was time to start cooking again. Finnish cooking, that is!

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We Loved Him, Yeah, Yeah, Yeah!

The Paul McCartney One on One Tour was the highlight of my recent trip to New York City! This post has nothing to do with food, but who cares? It’s Paul!

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