I was a newspaper snob. In my book, print was superior to cyber. That’s because all my life – even before I became a journalist – the sight of a rolled newspaper in my driveway filled me with a Pavlovian sense of joy, contentment and routine.  My coffee waited for me on… Continue Reading
Original article Roasted Butternut Squash Soup 1 large butternut squash 1 large yellow onion 2 T olive oil Fresh peeled ginger, about a 2-inch piece Fresh rosemary needles, about a palm full 3 cloves garlic, peeled 4 apples, peeled and… Continue Reading
Soup is a good distraction. That’s one of the things I like about it. It buys the cook time to excuse herself and assemble the next course as diners are bent over their bowls, trying not to spill a drop… Continue Reading
Original article Mrs. Roger’s Mustard Sauce 2 beaten egg yolks 1 T. sugar 3 T. prepared mustard 2 T. vinegar 1 T. water 3/4 t. salt 1 T. butter 1/2 cup whipping cream Whip cream. Set aside. Mix well the… Continue Reading
In my hostess dreams the invited dinner guests won’t arrive for another hour. With nothing left to do, I – all showered and dolled up for the evening – sit down, prop up my feet and enjoy a glass of… Continue Reading
Original article Cranberry Orange Relish 1 (12-oz.) bag fresh cranberries 1/4 cup dried cranberries 1 cup sugar 1 cinnamon stick Pinch of salt 1/3 cup orange liqueur 1/2 cup orange juice 1/4 tsp. ground allspice 1/4 tsp. cinnamon 1/4 tsp.… Continue Reading
The new Web site is nearly finished. In fact, my Web masters (my son Joe in the Czech Republic, and a great friend, who wishes to remain anonymous for now) tell me the site could go live in the next… Continue Reading
I wrote late into the night on a blog that methodically showed how ludicrous editor Silas Lyons’ quotes were in the Thursday story after more than 100 people picketed the paper to protest my firing and the paper’s decline of talent and content.… Continue Reading
1. “For” expert advice … Local businessmen and women share expertise about a wide range of topics in a Q&A format. 2. Places to go/Things to do/People to know Reader generated site with a fact-box template that allows readers’ input about… Continue Reading
Oh, one more thing to add to the previous happy birthday little blog entry. Really, two things. First, I am so grateful to you, my fellow passengers, on our exciting journey through our Blogland adventure. Thank you for joining me. Second, I make… Continue Reading
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