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Mindful Sketches

Yesterday, I posted some thoughts about the book Mindful Sketching by Peggy Dean. So I thought I would share some examples of my attempts at Mindful Sketching. Pausing to observe and reflect away from electronic devices was a great exercise in mindfulness. I quite enjoyed...

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What I Read: Spring 2022 Edition

Social Media Made Me Buy It

Beigli Hacked! Using Crescent Dough for Hungarian Poppyseed Rolls

Living in Southern Maryland, I miss a lot of the foods that are common staples where I grew up in New Jersey. So I often try to find ways to make them myself. Beigli is one of those items. This Hungarian Poppyseed Roll has always...

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What I Read: December & January Edition

Loaded Potato Soup

I am way behind on posting, but I have been sick for the past couple of weeks and it is freezing. Perfect timing for nice hearty soups. Here is my most recent IP adventure, Loaded Potato Soup. So easy and delicious! Materials: 6qt Instant Pot...

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What I Read: Fall Edition

I have done a lot of reading the last couple of months. A very eclectic mix. Time for another round up…Enjoy! Happier Now: How to Stop Chasing Perfection and Embrace Everyday Moments (Even the Difficult Ones) by Nataly Kogan Happier Now by Nataly Kogan is...

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What I Read: Goblins and Fairies and Witches! Oh My!

Teen Job Prep When They Have No Experience

My teen had his first job interview a couple of weeks ago. To help him out, I looked for practice interview questions, but even the ones that were supposedly for teens were structured as “tell me about your experience at a previous job”. Not exactly...

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Stone Soup

If I Could Turn Back Time…

Amuck! Halloween Decorating is my Self-Care

Book Review: Manic Monday, Inc

What I Read: Summer Edition

What to Wear