A World of Love
My son, Jay was born with Down syndrome over 40 years ago. Doctors were quick to point out all he would never be able to do in his “probably short” lifetime. But thankfully, Jay exceeded those boundaries and is one of the most loving persons you could ever meet. When he was young, Jay attended…
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Lemon Sugar Cookies
Classic iced sugar cookies with a lemon twist
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What’s Your Story?
What’s your story?
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Korean Short Ribs
Sweet and savory ribs with a caramelized grilled crust
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What do you call yourself?
In the Old Testament book of Ruth, in the Bible, there is a character named Naomi. Upon losing both her sons and her husband, she returned to her home village and asked friends to no longer call her Naomi, but to call her “Mara,” meaning “bitter.” I understand that. I have also lost two children…
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It’s a Small World
Several years ago, my late husband, Carl, and I loaded our three kids into our van and headed to Florida for a fun vacation. After three days on the road, while stopping at historical sites along the way, we arrived at Cocoa Beach, Florida, where we rented a small apartment on the beach. It was a great…
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Tuna Rice Porridge
Comforting cuisine from your cupboard
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Animal Buns
Cute little critters are tasty and fun to make
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Younger or Older?
I recently started physical therapy for my back and shoulder. Jane, my phenomenal therapist who has treated this aching body in the past, took my January article to heart about giving compliments, and told me I looked twenty years old. Wow! We both got a laugh out of that. But that comment got me to…
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Leaving a Legacy
I love a good romance and since this is the “love month,” well…. Enjoy! They grew up on different sides of the mountain and met at a singing convention. At least that’s how my mother tells the story. She was a 14 year-old beauty and Daddy a strapping 17-year-old. I don’t think my father was nearly…
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Valentine Sweets Recipes
Spiced Pear Cake & Raspberry Sugar Cookies
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