We had a great weekend with the kids! We celebrated Maura and Maggie's birthdays which was a blast! The cousins really love the beach house! They get along so well! I love the way the older ones take care of the younger ones! Click on the pic to see it enlarged.
John and I will be heading to NJ tomorrow for our nine dollar Spirit Airline flights! Can't beat that price. We will see three out of four daughters, their husbands and ALL nine grandchildren! Can't wait for a fun family weekend!!!
My friend Jane was in town on Sunday. We went to the Paradise Tiki Hut to listen to the Del Prado's, an oldies group! We had a great time with friends.......
Yesterday we boated over to St. Charles Yacht Club in Ft. Myers for lunch. We started out at our friends house, thinking we were going on their boat. After discovering some sort of leak, we decided to go on our boat. It was a bit breezy outside, but the yacht club was warm and cozy! We sat by a fire and I enjoyed some yummy crab cakes! Thanks Jane and Paul!!!
My nephew, Jeffery, has lived in Vermont for years. He has recently moved back to New Jersey! The McGrath Family is thrilled! I can't wait to see him again. Here he is with one of his niece's.
My son in law, Michael, launced a new campus at Liquid Church The newest campus meets in New Brunswick, NJ. Michael posted these two pics on his blog that I wanted to share of my precious grandkids; Callen, Maggie and Maura.
Beef Stuffed Peppers
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My Mom used to make these Ground Beef Stuffed Peppers all the time for our
family when I was little.…
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Instant Pot Turkey Chili
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[image: Instant Pot Turkey Chili in a bowl with chili toppings.]This
Instant Pot Turkey Chili is hearty, cozy, and fast. I use smart layering to
avoid burn...
Instant Pot Spaghetti with Meat Sauce
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Instant Pot Spaghetti and Meat Sauce — an easy family dinner ready in under
30 minutes, all made in one pot. Instant Pot Spaghetti I spend most of my
days ...
Pizza Pockets
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It is that time of year again, where school starts, and lunches are being
packed. Sandwiches are easily taken but switch it up with this healthier
version...
Air Fryer Chicken Fajita Bowls
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We’ve been making these Air Fryer Chicken Fajita Bowls on repeat – so
simple, big flavors, and lots of fresh veggies and protein. Ready in about
20 minut...
Apple Crumble Muffins
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These Apple Crumble Muffins have quickly become one of my favorite fall
discoveries—they’re everything you...
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Chili-Loaded Mini Potato Skins
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An easy party appetizer or football snack, cheese chili-loaded mini potato
skins with crispy outer skins filled with spicy chili and topped with
cheese, ...
Ravioli Lasagna Soup
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[image: lasagna soup]This easy Ravioli Lasagna Soup recipe will quickly
become a favorite in your home! It’s packed with delicious lasagna
ingredients serv...
Roasted Summer Squash (with Garlic and Parmesan)
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Roasted Summer Squash first cooks with garlic cloves, and then the recipe
is finished with grated Parmesan cheese! This is an amazing way to cook
summer ...
Golden and Flaky Fried Apple Hand Pies
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These hand pies are made with a quick, no-yeast homemade dough, filled with
apple pie filling, and fried until golden brown. Perfectly crisp on the
outsi...
Easy Back- to-School Dinners
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[image: Easy Back- to-School Dinners]
[image: Easy Back-to-School Dinner recipes that keep the whole family
happy—even on the busiest school nights.]
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Wild Mushroom and Sage Stuffed Butternut Squash
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I know. Stuffed squash sounds like the kind of thing you’d politely poke at
at a dinner party, secretly wishing it was pizza. But hear me out. My
version...
Creamy Cucumber Salad with Chili Crisp
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Creamy cucumber salad with chili crisp isn’t just a side dish — it’s the
star of the table. Cool, crunchy cucumbers layered over a bed of creamy
basil-an...
cabbage and halloumi skewers
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Every September, I step up onto my soapbox to report for my self-appointed
duty — one part desperate, one part cantankerous — to remind us that summer
is...
15 Make-Ahead Pitcher Cocktails to Sip All Summer
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Every summer shindig needs a refreshing cocktail. And since summer is a
time for kicking back and relaxing, skip the made-to-order drinks — it's
time for ...
How to Make Brown Butter in the Microwave
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[image: butter browned in a microwave in a small clear pitcher.]
Sneak Preview: Wondering if you can brown butter in the microwave? Yes, and
it’s easier th...
Lesson 1 - Four Agreements (from a musician)
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There's a few books I frequently recommend, when I'm feeling inspired to
share. "The Four Agreements" is probably at the top of the list, with a
shout o...
Lamb Vindaloo French Onion Soup
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The flavors of spicy lamb vindaloo and savory French onion soup combine in
this bowl of comfort topped with naan and lots of cheese.
The post Lamb Vindal...
Hershey Kiss Chocolate Martini
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We had an unforgettable family trip to Hershey, Pennsylvania, where we
induldged in the elegance of the Hershey Hotel. One evening, at the
sophisticated ...
Sassy Strawberry Sorbet
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When strawberries are season (like they are now), you have a few options.
Option one: eat them raw. Option two: eat them raw dipped in homemade
whipped cre...
Herb & Onion Cheeseball Bites
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These cheeseball bites are so cute and such an easy way to serve a
cheeseball in mini individual sizes. No mess with cutting into a big
cheeseball, and so ...
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Healthy Solution for Indian Take-Out
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Take-out Indian food is one of my favorite treats since traditional Indian
sauces can be extremely time-consuming to make - with a long list of
spices, her...
Super Easy, Super Moist Chocolate Cupcakes
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Easy to make, unusually moist chocolate cupcakes and no mixer required! No
eggs either, the recipe uses a combo of baking soda and vinegar for
leavening. ...
July 2020 - lots more pics!
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Started out the month checking in on our neighbor's cat Pete (The Cat! like
the books), we had fun playing with him! We also have been
reading/watching ...
Home Sweet Home! by The Pioneer Woman
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I hope you’ve all been doing well, staying safe, and (hopefully) getting
back to some glimpse of normal. I know normal is a relative term, and I
swear, I s...
Food of the Week: Flaxseeds
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Sometime between 4000 and 2000 BC, flax cultivation became a common
practice in countries bordering the Mediterranean Sea and in regions of the
Middle East...
Classic Deviled Eggs
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This easy classic deviled eggs recipe uses real mayonnaise and one special
secret ingredient sprinkled on top will make these disappear as fast as you
can ...
Summer Spinach Salad with Tomato
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Simple salads can be a life saver, especially when it’s time to get back
into a routine for back-to-school. Add this Summer Spinach Salad with
Tomato to ...
Deep-Fried Vegetable Spring Rolls (popiah Goreng)
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These are deep-fried vegetable spring rolls, also known as Popiah Goreng in
Malaysia. They are crispy and delicious.
Deep-Fried Vegetable Spring Rolls
I...
Software Payroll Berkualitas dengan Harga Bersaing
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Jual software payroll – perkembangan dunia industri menjadi sesuatu yang
patutnya diperhatikan. Betapa tidak, kian hari perkembangan industri kian
maju, ki...
Finishing Well
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*The Lord of the Rings* trilogy tells the tale of nine companions who set
off for Mordor with the goal of destroying the Dark Lord Sauron’s ring.
Frodo, th...
summer fresh tomato sauce
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My requirements for the perfect tomato sauce made from fresh tomatoes were
very specific – the same issues that everyone has with removing enough
liquid fr...
Chicken Piccata with lemon and capers
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I love chicken piccata because of the nice balance of salty, briny capers
with the sour lemons, cooked in a buttery sauce to round out the flavors.
Eat i...
Berries and Cream Dutch Baby recipe – 200 calories
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A Dutch baby pancake, sometimes called a German pancake, a Bismarck, or a
Dutch puff, is an American sweet popover that is normally served for
breakfast. I...
Pretzel Bites with Cheese Sauce
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We are planning a summer trip to Lake Powell and got together with friends
to make plans on Sunday night. I've been wanting to try out a new pretzel
recipe...
When, God?
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Then I said, “Until when, Lord?” (Isaiah 6:11a) Great question! This
follows some instruction from God after Isaiah commits, “Here I am. Send
me.” God repl...
Friday Farm Photos: Have a Long Eared Weekend.
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Any plans this weekend? We watched *this great movie* last night (which we
somehow didn't realize was produced and directed by Clint Eastwood until
after ...
Sump Pump System
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Sump Pump System is a very simple way of preventing the basement of your
property, be it your home, office or retail shop, from becoming flooded.
How Does ...
Autumn Neighborhood Decorated Cookie Collection
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Oh, the dream I had in my head of a cute little neighborhood all dressed up
for autumn.
This set fell short of my expectations.
But it was fun to desi...
Breakfast For Dinner with Krusteaz
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Breakfast is quite possibly my favorite meal- when there's sweet and
savory, and never ending freshly brewed coffee, I am a happy woman. Throw
in some salt...
simple: lazy lemon pepper chicken
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[image: pickerimage-59] Sometimes I wonder if this whole living simpler and
more relaxed has made me lazier? Simpler means taking a few shortcuts and
rel...
Best Cabbage Soup Ever, So Far
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I got carried away singing cabbage song titles. Be patient with me. I
promise there is a wonderful vegan instant pot recipe in this video. I
definitely w...
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Well I have been off of here for about 4 years and I am not sure I will be
getting back to blogging. Anyone who has come here looking for Sweet Sue
Sews ca...
NEW LISTING.....CAPE CORAL WATERFRONT!
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NEW LISTING.....CAPE CORAL WATERFRONT!
This sailboat access home is just minutes from the Caloosahatchee River.
Perfect for boating to the Gulf of Mexico fo...
Normandy Apple Tart
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Hubs and I recently returned from a trip up to Pennsylvania. We went to a
family reunion for my father's side of the family. One of my father's
cousins ...
Brownie batter milkshake
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Claudia and I were on our own most of the week, while our menfolk were off
at camp. It was fun spending so much time with my favorite girl, and with
girl ...
18 Months- Day 547 minus Barbara...
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When Barbara died I found a book on Southern etiquette because I wanted to
find out what a gentleman like Rhett Butler would have done in my place. I
found...
Cheesy Sausage Stars
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Scouring the stacks and stacks of mags and books that decorate my shelves
and floors for Christmas/holiday recipes, I came across a vintage gem that
was ad...
Creamy Cauliflower and Red Lentil Soup
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This is a gorgeous and flavorful fall soup. Even though it is very creamy,
thanks to blending, there is no cream in it except the soup cream you
garnish it...
Oh Too Easy Roasted Carrot, Tomato and Lentil Soup
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Warm me up. Ignore the damp weather outside. Use left over shriveled
tomatoes, carrots and a can of lentils. Add some love and time. Blend
until smooth. S...
Lemon Cream Tart
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I've made all kinds of lemon tarts before. If you've by chance landed on
this blog looking for a lemon tart recipe, please kindly disregard those
and fast-...
Neushwanstein!!!
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Last weekend we took a road trip to see Ludwig II's Neuschwanstein castle
in Germany:
There was still plenty of snow on the mountains!
The camera man...
Seven Years
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Seven years ago today, I hit “publish” on my very first blog post. Since I
imagine that most of you haven’t been reading along with me from Day One,
now ...
Peach Galettes
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We had some friends over the other night for pasta cooked by my Italian
husband. I, of course baked dessert. I decided to make some peach galettes
with the...
Freezer Mashed Potatoes
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Welcome to Freezer Food Friday! Here is a Taste of Home recipe for Freezer
Mashed Potatoes, which allows you to make a large batch and divide it into
small...
Carrot Mini Muffins Without Eggs Recipe
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Carrot Mini Muffins Without Eggs is a great recipe to add veggies to your
diet. Full of fiber and taste, kids will love them.
The porting is about to begin...
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This is Laura's husband, who is about to start porting her blog over to
WordPress (as mentioned in the previous entry). I have to be honest here:
I'm not 1...
POM Wonderful Pomegranate Dinner Party
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As some of you may have already read in an earlier post, I was selected by POM
Wonderful to be one of one hundred hosts of a dinner party featuring POM
W...
Introducing ...
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... our new blog, "Three's a Charm"! Can't be "Twice as Nice" with three
kids!
I won't be posting here anymore (*sniff - I'll miss it ...*) and little by ...
SPICY PEACH BARBECUE SPARE RIBS
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This recipe for sweet and spicy pork ribs is one of my family’s all-time
favorites. Seems like every time the warm summer weather rolled around, we
could ...
Oatmeal Butterscotch Cookies
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Butterscotch is pretty close to chocolate on my list of favorite dessert
flavors. I’m definitely drawn to desserts with butterscotch, and I think
it goes ...
Steamed Dumplings
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We used to buy a lot of frozen dimsum (siu-mai, siopao and dumplings).
Since the first time I tried my hands on making homemade siomai (shu-mai),
there wa...
Breakfast for Dinner
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Here comes yet another recipe from Rachael Ray's 365: No Repeats. But first
a little side note. While looking to see if this recipe was already posted
onli...