Short and Sweet

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I am committing myself to blog everyday. Be it a sentence or two, I really want to keep this up. Once I am back from being sick, I will add new photos and some recipes. My plan for this weekend is to fill my house up with the smell of cooking cider. For today I… 

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Fairy Tales

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I don’t much believe in magic, but I think a lot of things can be magical. A sunset, laughter, a baby smile. Usually my feet are planted firmly on the ground, but there are times when I wish for something a little dreamy and out of reach. This apple picture makes me think of those… 

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Memories

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I am not a huge holiday person. I don’t do Black Friday, or rush to get the decorations out after turkey. But it makes me smile and happy for those who do love it. I like sweater weather, snow when I can stay home, and holiday baking. I love holiday baking. It makes me want… 

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My Julia Child Post

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Like most cooks/chefs/bakers, Julia Child is a treasure. Her fun but delicious approach to cooking was what made her so universally likeable. Meryl Streep played her like a dream in Julie/Julia. I wish I could have drinks with her and ask her all kinds of baking questions. But I settle for her cookbooks, which are… 

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