Author Archives: Stephanie

Downton Abbey

Posted on January 6, 2014 by Stephanie

So, last night I turned on the season premier of Downton Abby, poured myself a spot of tea and settled into a comfy chair to watch one of the most widely anticipated moments in woman world. I admit it. I’m … Continue reading →

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Snow Daze

Posted on January 3, 2014 by Stephanie

I am snow crazy. Weird, right?  A middle-aged woman who gets giddy about the mere mention of snow. While those around me gripe and complain…I get a silly grin on my face and start planning my snowbound days.  I never … Continue reading →

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I Resolve

Posted on December 31, 2013 by Stephanie

 re·solve riˈzälv,-ˈzôlv/ verb  1. 
settle or find a solution to (a problem, dispute, or contentious matter) 2. 
decide firmly on a course of action.   It’s that time of year for casting off the old and looking forward to the … Continue reading →

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The Stocking Rebellion

Posted on December 20, 2013 by Stephanie

You may have heard about the Boxer Rebellion that took place in China in the late 1800’s. Well, there is a Stocking Rebellion going on at our house this Christmas season.  Heaven help us if the T-shirts and briefs get … Continue reading →

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Which Jesus Do You Prefer?

Posted on December 16, 2013 by Stephanie

Late in the holiday season everyone gets a little nuts. For example, one of the national cable news ran a contest earlier this week to see what kind of Jesus people preferred:  A Brad Pitt blonde Jesus, the most realistic … Continue reading →

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Cookie Monsters

Posted on December 6, 2013 by Stephanie

One of the things that I have not enjoyed cooking over the years are cookies.  I have always seen it as an unfulfilling task, because it doesn’t yield a good time expenditure vs lasting pleasure ratio. I’m all about the … Continue reading →

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Talking Turkey

Posted on November 25, 2013 by Stephanie

Ok, I’ll make this short. We’ve all got a crazy marathon week ahead of us and I know what you really need from me….a great idea for turkey left overs. And I’ve come through for you, sister! Trust me, this … Continue reading →

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Missing You….

Posted on November 21, 2013 by Stephanie

Deep Breath. It’s almost that time of year. The one that you have been dreading for weeks…. maybe months. It’s the first holidays without a loved one around the table and tree. The funeral is over, the thank you’s have … Continue reading →

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Sandy’s Salmon

Posted on November 15, 2013 by Stephanie

I have decided to start posting some of my favorite recipes on my blog. Why, you ask? Well, a food category fits nicely on my blog sidebar since it starts with an “F”. But mostly because I like love to … Continue reading →

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The Lists

Posted on November 10, 2013 by Stephanie

Well I did it. This week I pulled out a spiral notebook and started The List. Or more correctly—The Lists. (plural) Tis the season of lists for every woman, isn’t it. I gave up on the cute little decorative scratch … Continue reading →

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