The Mysteries of Mistletoe by C.J. Burright
With Christmas and all its traditions only a few days away, it got me thinking…what is the deal with kissing under the mistletoe? I always thought it was some plan concocted by pervy dudes who lurk under the mistletoe and try to catch pretty girls there so they can kipe a kiss. Oh, wait – it is…depending on what folklore you look at.
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The Mysteries of Mistletoe by C.J. Burright
APRN Alaska News
- Kotzebue flooding declared state disaster as residents recover October 23, 2024At least one home collapsed into Kotzebue Sound during Tuesday's flooding, which forced more than 80 people to evacuate.Desiree Hagen, KOTZ - Kotzebue
- Jailed reporters, silenced networks: What Trump says he’d do to the media if elected October 23, 2024Trump says he'll jail reporters who won't give up the sources of leaks and strip networks of broadcast licenses for fact-checking him.David Folkenflik - NPR
Delanceyplace.com
- houston, we’ve had a problem --10/23/24 October 23, 2024Today's selection-- from Wicked Problems by Guru Madhavan. For NASA, Apollo 13 was a "successful failure.” “One man who deeply understood the indispensability of systems engineering—and the tragedy when it is ignored—was Frank Hughes, the former chief of NASA's spaceflight training division. Hughes joined NASA as an instructor in 1966. On the first day of […]
- When money dies -- 10/22/24 October 22, 2024Today's selection -- from Vertigo by Harald Jähner. Following the first World War, the German public faces unprecedented hyperinflation. “Inflation was whipping out the ground from under the feet of the very people who saw themselves as pillars of society, and who had for that reason long felt protected by the state. The main beneficiaries […]
APRN Alaska News
- Kotzebue flooding declared state disaster as residents recover October 23, 2024At least one home collapsed into Kotzebue Sound during Tuesday's flooding, which forced more than 80 people to evacuate.Desiree Hagen, KOTZ - Kotzebue
- Jailed reporters, silenced networks: What Trump says he’d do to the media if elected October 23, 2024Trump says he'll jail reporters who won't give up the sources of leaks and strip networks of broadcast licenses for fact-checking him.David Folkenflik - NPR
Bob Mayer
- Very Nice Funerals is on pre-order and publishes in less than 2 weeks! October 12, 2024Yes, it is finally here. We’re doing a short fuse on this pre-order since the book publishes on 25 October on all ebook platforms and in print. Click HERE to find your platform. I want to remind people that my Preparation and Survival Guide is the best way to prepare for emergencies in an easy, […]Bob
Legislative Drafting Institute for Child Protection (LDICP)
- Recent Research SpreadsheetsOur students have compiled research in three topic areas. Below are the links to their research tables that can be downloaded for searching and viewing. For a state-by-state review of Mandatory Reporter laws, click here. For a state-by-state review of Background Check laws, click...feigleycommunications
- Legislative Drafting StudentsOur students spend the summer working on the research project of the LDICP. Through their extensive research, massive databases of information on state statutes regarding the abuse of children have been created and will be posted here as their work is finalized. Here are...feigleycommunications
Chris The Story Reading Ape’s Blog
- Connective tissue is wildly underrated in storytelling – by Nathan Bransford… October 24, 2024One of the things that has always mystified me about using A.I. for fiction is that the services often promise to dispense with drudgery to help you focus on the “big stuff.” What, pray tell, is the “big stuff” exactly? Sure, some scenes mark turning points and fulcrums in the overall narrative. Some are more […]Chris The Story Reading Ape
I didn’t have my glasses on…
- wavy lines. October 23, 2024my book of erma’s columns from over the years compiled by her children after her passing. a writer i’ve loved since hearing my mother laugh when reading her column many years ago most houses in america had at least one of her columns stuck with a magnet on their refrigerator a few years back i […]beth
Legends of Windemere
- The Menehune: Dwarves of Hawaii October 23, 2024So, I really wanted to showcase something from Hawaii since I wasn’t seeing a lot show up in searches. This is mythology and folklore more than cryptozoology though. It should still count as far as I’m concerned. The Menehune are … Continue reading →Charles Yallowitz
Smorgasbord – Variety is the spice of life
- Smorgasbord Health Column – #Antiaging #Quality of life – Holding Back the Sands of Time – Anti-Aging and Oxygen by Sally Cronin October 23, 2024This series will contain elements of the previous Turning Back the Clock, but over the last two years, I have been researching other areas where we might possibly gain some advantage over the inevitable for all of us, which is … Continue reading →Smorgasbord - Variety is the Spice of Life.
Bluebird of Bitterness
- Wednesday chuckles October 23, 2024A helicopter pilot began to have engine trouble while flying over the Scottish highlands, and had to make an emergency landing in the middle of a sheep pasture. He got out and walked over to where the shepherd was sitting and smoking his pipe. “I say, good fellow,” said the pilot. “Can you tell me […]bluebird of bitterness
Elle Knowles: Finding Myself Through Writing
- Book Club 2024 – A Race To The Finish Line February 10, 2024Myself, along with my 4 daughters, daughter-in-law, and one of my granddaughters formed a book club in January to see who could read the most books in 2024. We stay in touch with a group text every day and Goodreads. As an incentive we all agreed to put $1 a week into a kitty and […]Elle Knowles
Positively Present
- How to Be in the Moment September 16, 2024Staying present is challenging, even for someone like me, who’s dedicated her life to trying to be more positive and present. Mindfulness is especially when dealing with difficult times, but… The post How to Be in the Moment appeared first on Positively Present - Dani DiPirro.dani@positivelypresent.com
The Diesel-Electric Elephant Company, England.
- Randy Ducks October 19, 2024The lead image is the current view from the side-hatch (and windows). The fast-eroding muddy bank makes this stretch a … MoreIan Hutson
Joan Reeves: Slingwords
- I Voted This Morning October 21, 2024Early voting in Texas started today. Darling Hubby and I figured it would be a big turnout. We decided not to be there at 7AM.At 8:25 AM, we arrived at the polling place and joined the crowd. It really was a crowd inside the very large room set up with about 32 voting machines.The queue […]Joan Reeves
World United Music
- World United Music and New Horizon’s September 2, 2024Hello everyone, Over the past two decades, I’ve juggled my time and energy populating five different blogs containing alternative news, music, economics, political activism and creative passions while also supporting hundreds of artists, activists and alternative news journalists. I did so because they offered a clear, unscripted, honest approach through their investigative journalism. The goal […]Stewart
WASP Final Flight
- Sunny Ann Starling, July 2, 1943 - January 6, 2023 January 10, 2023All-American patriot, artist, designer, entrepreneur, flower arranger, chef, and joyful servant, Sunny Lou Starling, was carried on the wings of angels to the arms of her savior, Jesus Christ, on Friday, January 6, 2023. She once said her mission was to “Gather and feed all you can, as often as you can, because you never know if […]Unknown
- WASP Final Flight February 28, 2022WASP Deanie Bishop Parrish, 44-W-4"Failure isn't failure unless you let it be. It's simply a change in direction. Just count your many blessings move on. With God's help, anything is possible!"Deanie Bishop Parrish passed away peacefully in her home in Waco, Texas, on February 24, 2022, just one day shy of her 100th birthday. She met every challenge […]Unknown
The Old Motor
- Four Fun Kodachrome Car Image Series No. 518 October 23, 2024In this weekly series, we ask our readers to tell us the year, make, and model of all of these vehicles along with the location where the image was taken and anything else you find of interest in the photos. You can look back on all the earlier parts of this series here. The photos are via Americar....David Greenlees
- Four Fun Kodachrome Car Image Series No. 517 October 16, 2024In this weekly series, we ask our readers to tell us the year, make, and model of all of these vehicles along with the location where the image was taken and anything else you find of interest in the photos. You can look back on all the earlier parts of this series here. The photos are via Americar....David Greenlees
Ana’s Attic
- The Romance Line by Lauren Blakely | Audiobook Review October 21, 2024The Romance Line (Love and Hockey Book 2) by Lauren Blakely Narrated by Vanessa Edwin and Teddy Hamilton Standalone in a related series. Sports Romcom. My thanks to Lauren Blakely and her team for providing an advance copy for review purposes. Ana’s Attic accepts no compensation for reviews, and all reviews contain my honest opinion. […]Ana's Attic
Shorpy
- Ghost Store: 1937 October 23, 2024December 1937. "Abandoned store in Chaneysville, Pennsylvania, once a prosperous mining town." Photo by Arthur Rothstein for the Farm Security Administration. View full size.Dave
- Smoking Cowpoke: 1939 October 22, 2024June 1939. "Cowhand at the Quarter Circle 'U' Brewster-Arnold Ranch, Montana." Acetate negative by Arthur Rothstein for the Farm Security Administration. View full size.Dave
Shorpy Reader Shared Photo’s
- Boys & Coils: 1910s October 11, 2024The Philadelphia Pipe Bending Company, founded in 1880, is still in operation today. Here we see two workers standing inside some large coils with advertising signage. 6½ x 8½ inch glass negative. View full size.Sdebow
- Margaret Combs: 1925 August 18, 2024Dayton, Ohio, circa 1925. Mrs. Margaret Combs with her grandsons Arthur and Charles Neil (at left), and Robert and Edward Galloway. View full size.jgalloway
Shorpy Reader Comments
- The location in 2009 October 23, 2024In reply to Ghost Store: 1937: Source: CHANEYSVILLE PHOTOSJ W Wright
- Pill Pusher October 23, 2024In reply to Ghost Store: 1937:Dave
Kim’s Shopping
- Need a Stocking Stuffer? Try This: Quirky Tea Infusers October 17, 2024Finding the perfect stocking stuffer can sometimes feel like an overwhelming task, especially when you want something fun, affordable, and memorable. But what if we told you there’s a simple … The post Need a Stocking Stuffer? Try This: Quirky Tea Infusers appeared first on Shopping Kim.Shopping Kim
Debra Lynn Dadd
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BloominThyme
- Hungarian Wax Peppers October 18, 2024Here’s an old Italian recipe for canning peppers, one of my husband’s favorites. Searching the internet, you’ll come across many variations — all probably good — but here’s a basic recipe to start you on your course. The kids and I canned these using the boiling method, though pressure canners might make the process easier. Not sure how, […]gardenfrisk
- Easy Microgreens June 13, 2023Microgreens seem to be all the rage these days and for good reason: they are packed with nutrients and easy to grow! The USDA and University of Maryland found that leaves from microgreens had more nutrients than the mature leaves of the same plants. And great flavor. Plus, you don’t need a lot of space […]gardenfrisk
Word of the day
- palaver October 23, 2024Merriam-Webster's Word of the Day for October 23, 2024 is: palaver • \puh-LAV-er\ • noun Palaver is an informal word that usually refers to unimportant or meaningless talk. It can also refer to misleading or deceptive speech, or to a conference or discussion. In British English the word is sometimes used as a synonym of […]Merriam-Webster
DamnDelicious
- Fall Chicken and Wild Rice Soup October 19, 2024This post may contain affiliate links. Please see our privacy policy for details. With chicken, wild rice, and butternut squash (or sweet potato!). The coziest autumn soup to warm you up! Autumn is here, the leaves are changing colors to fiery-red, the nights are cooler, and we are having this soup all season long. It’s […]Chungah @ Damn Delicious
- Steamed Mussels in Tomato Cream Sauce October 5, 2024This post may contain affiliate links. Please see our privacy policy for details. Quick to cook, oh-so-perfect mussels in the best cream sauce ever. Serve with a baguette for dipping! Steamed mussels are so fancy. SO SO FANCY. But they are also incredibly easy and quick to prepare, and you can serve to guests with […]Chungah @ Damn Delicious
The Authors’ Billboard
- DIY Sweetgrass Basket Craft Inspired by Gullah Tradition by Josie Riviera May 22, 2024Welcome back to Daufuskie Island, where every corner tells a story. This island is off the coast of South Carolina and is a 1 hour ferry ride from Hilton Head Island. Today I’m sharing how to make a sweetgrass basket: Materials: Coiled rope or raffia Colored yarn or embroidery thread Large-eye needle Scissors Instructions: Start […]Josie Riviera
- Daufuskie Delights: A Culinary Journey Through Gullah Flavors by Josie Riviera April 22, 2024Welcome to Daufuskie Island, where time slows down and the rhythms of Gullah culture come to life. This inviting getaway off the South Carolina coast is more than an island; it’s a testament to the resilience and creativity of the Gullah people, descendants of West African slaves. These people were brought to work on the […]Donna Fasano
ezvid
- Speedwrite: Choose The Right Sources July 30, 2021 Ezvid Wiki
Task & Purpose
- Army investigates death of missing Fort Leonard Wood soldier as a homicide October 23, 2024Army investigators are looking into the death of a soldier at Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri as a homicide after she was found dead earlier this week, officials told Task and Purpose. Officials announced Tuesday that Sgt. Sarah Roque, 23, was found dead. Base officials at Fort Leonard Wood had put out a “be on the […]Patty Nieberg
- Air Force families at RAF Mildenhall forced to move due to condemned homes October 23, 2024More than 50 U.S families assigned to an airbase in the United Kingdom have been told to vacate their homes soon, some shortly after the New Year, Air Force officials confirmed Wednesday. A group of 31 families at Royal Air Force Mildenhall must move by Jan. 31, Capt. Geneva Giaimo, a spokeswoman for the 100th […]Jeff Schogol
A Redleg’s Rides
- Maybe not so big a Paradigm Shift after all.....Yagi has Spark Again October 22, 2024So many notions, most unrealistic in the end, ran through my feeble brain the last week or so.Substitute the TW200 with an E-Bike? Less moving parts, yes but costs and their performance envelopes just didn't justify costs. Give up taking a motorcycle, whether the T-Dub or Scarlett, the Ural Sidecar Rig, when going camping? Just take […]redlegsrides
- Starlink Usage Changes October 16, 2024Note: Back in the overcrowded cesspool that is the Metro Denver area. I'll be here for a bit as I've upcoming medical appointments with the VA.Recently, Starlink raised the price of the Roam Unlimited plan I had selected when I bought into the system. It went from $150 t0 $165. They said they were adding […]redlegsrides
Lorie Smith Schaefer
- Mid-week Wisdom October 23, 2024 Lorie Smith Schaefer
- Friday Field Trip : Cal-State University, Fullerton October 18, 2024The fictional Claire Jordan, was by no means a stellar high school student. But luckily, she realized she needed a way out of Carson City that held at least some promise.Lorie Smith Schaefer
Barry Eisler
- How I'm Voting September 13, 2024A friend on Facebook asked me who I’d be voting for in November. For whatever they’re worth, my thoughts:I think reasoning tends to be more interesting and useful than conclusions, and going into my reasoning would take a while. But to try to summarize: I don’t think America has two political parties; I think we […]Barry Eisler
- Dark Matter! May 8, 2024Update, June 25, 2024Just finished watching the Dark Matter episode 9 finale and holy shit, did they stick the landing! No spoilers and so much still to think and talk about, but three initial impressions:1. Part of what makes the show so special is the authenticity and consistency of the human reactions and emotions. In one […]Barry Eisler
Twice In a Lifetime
- Kashevaroff Mountain April 6, 2019Long before we were a sailing family, Alisa and I were a young couple in love with adventuring in Alaska. The opportunity to introduce Eric and Elias to the delights of outdoor living in the Great Land was one of the big bright sides of our return to Alaska. Earlier this winter, the boys and […]
- Letting go March 20, 2019So...this beautiful island is our home. See the barky? The boys just had their spring break. A week off from school and nothing to keep us from buggering off in Galactic. The weather was generally poor - nothing like the pics above for the most part - so we just snuck off to the west […]
The Alaska Parkinson’s Rag
- PDS on PBS II Cross post from "Frozen Grin" April 5, 2024Here is a link to a story about my struggle to draw with Parkinson's Disease. the story is from "The Daily Cartoonist" a Web journal concerning the world of professional cartooning. It was occasioned by the release of the documentary "Matters of Mind, My Parkinson's" which follows three families and their efforts to cope […]Peter Dunlap-Shohl
- Matter of Mind, My Parkinson's, PBS Looks at PD and PD-S March 4, 2024Here is a short trailer for the PBS documentary "Matter of Mind, My Parkinson's. It follows the attempts of three people and their families to cope with the progressive, disabling and incurable neurological condition. The film won the Audience Choice Award for documentaries at the recent San Francisco Film Festival, possibly due to a scenery-chewing […]Peter Dunlap-Shohl
Alaska Travelgram
- Palm Springs, anyone? Katie sez “Yes, please” October 21, 2024SPECIAL CORRESPONDENT Katie Pesznecker shares her favorite Palm Springs haunts with us. What’s more, she just “leveled up”, achieving the exalted “MVP 100K” status on Alaska Air. Look for her ... The post Palm Springs, anyone? Katie sez “Yes, please” appeared first on Alaska Travelgram.scott
Alaskan Book Cafe
- Review: Inheriting Murder: A Bobwhite Mountain Cozy Mystery July 7, 2022Inheriting Murder: A Bobwhite Mountain Cozy Mystery by Jamie Rutland Gillespie My rating: 5 of 5 stars View all my reviews
- Review: Blades and Bridesmaids: Paranormal Cozy Mystery June 18, 2022Blades and Bridesmaids: Paranormal Cozy Mystery by Trixie Silvertale My rating: 5 of 5 stars View all my reviews
Alaskan Urban Hippie
- Identifying Devil’s Club Plant August 10, 2023Devil’s Club is a common wild plant in Alaska that’s large & covered in hidden sharp thorns, growing everywhere from remote forests to even well-groomed Anchorage city trails. Just because you’re “in town” doesn’t mean you won’t run into devil’s club. It’s smart to stay on the trails, particularly if you’re not confident spotting it. […]Ashley
- Pumpkin BOO-berry Muffins (Fun Halloween Toddler Snacktivity!) October 21, 2022Here’s a delicious fall-time spin on classic blueberry muffins. If you’re a solo adult who likes good food, this recipe is for you. Or if you’ve got extra kitchen “helpers” around (read: kids who need entertainment), turn baking these Halloween muffins into a fun toddler snacktivity. Pumpkin BOO-berry Muffin Recipe Ingredients: 2 boxes Jiffy brand […]Ashley
Allergy Free Alaska
- Gluten Free Pumpkin Cookies October 16, 2024These gluten-free pumpkin cookies are the softest, most delectable cookies you’ll ever eat! They are remarkably light in texture and are topped with a luscious, dairy-free brown sugar frosting. They are quick and easy, and the cookie dough requires no refrigeration. They will quickly become one of your favorite pumpkin desserts! I don't know about you,... […]Mēgan
Backwoods Mom
- Under Construction March 23, 2024This blog was accidentally deleted a while back…if anybody happens by. I’m working on it!Bmom
Barbara Brown’s Our Third Thirds
- "Home" vs. "Away" May 20, 2022I’m home now. I’m looking at the flea market couch I brought up from California; I had cushions made three times over the years till I got it just right. Now it’s just right. It’s been in my life 42 years. Tim has been in my life 34 years, but he had to be out of […]CloudyinAK
- Goodbye, Toronto May 10, 2022I’m saying my goodbyes to Toronto. I’ve seen my last Hot Docs Festival film, and I’m just back from my last author program. I’ve probably had my last roti, checked out my last book at my local branch library, gone to my last art workshop. Horror of horrors, I’ve even watched my last play. The thing […]CloudyinAK
Craig Medred
- Crash of ’24 October 23, 2024Another big bust in the Pacific salmon fisheries For the second time in four years, a huge decline in North Pacific salmon numbers is being reported in the wake of a big […]craigmedred
- War on cars October 19, 2024W We have met the enemy; he is us Electric-powered cars and trucks are not the clean-world panacea many Americans thought they were, researchers for the National Bureau of Economic Research have […]craigmedred
Cinthia Ritchie
- Malnourished launches today January 21, 2020It’s here. The big day. My memoir, the one I spent 15 years struggling over, launches today from Raised Voice Press. I’m feeling very exposed, very vulnerable. This is not at all similar to when Dolls Behaving Badly launched from Hachette Book Group. That was a novel, and while some of it was based on… […]cinthiaritchie
- Book review: Secondhand Summer by Dan Walker December 1, 2019I had had Alaska writer Dan Walker’s YA novel SECONDHAND SUMMER on my list for a long time, and two weeks ago finally had the chance to dive in. I wasn’t disappointed. Walker’s book, geared for middle school readers (but still immensely enjoyable for adults), follows 14-year-old Sam’s move to Anchorage from the small fishing… […]cinthiaritchie
Coleen’s Recipes
- SALAD DRESSING CLONE RECIPES October 23, 2024The following salad dressing recipes are the result of fine tuning over the years. They are a huge hit at our house. This first one is for Hidden Valley Ranch, and it is a dead ringer for commercial ranch, but creamier. HIDDEN VALLEY RANCH CLONE 1 cup mayonnaise (low calorie is OK) 1 cup buttermilk (don't substitute) […]Coleens Recipes
Laurie Constantino
- The 10 Best Gifts for Cooks and Food Lovers December 17, 2014My list of 10 Best Gifts for Cooks and Food Lovers helps last minute shoppers buy great presents for the food obsessed; most of the items on the list I’ve used and loved for years. Most importantly, if you act quickly, there’s still time to order most of my recommended gifts and have them arrive […]Laurie Constantino
Dabblings and Ramblings
- Welcome November 10, 2015100 Plus Women Who Care is a group of inspiring women philanthropists who are contributing to the Mat-Su community Source: WelcomeAK Rambler
Don’t Eat The Paste
- Quick Basket Decor Craft with Fall Flowers October 1, 2024Oh the crisp cool days of fall! A lot of hustling, last minute garden harvests, berry picking, apple picking. And a moment for a bit of simple crafting with one of my favorite plants. See the picture above? The little nosegay off to the side is a bundle of dried yarrow I picked earlier this year […]Shala Kerrigan
Get Out, Sitka!
- Sitka Sprouts session on Tuesday is all about insects April 30, 2024All about insects is the theme for the next session of Sitka Sprouts on Tuesday, April 30. This is the last Sitka Sprouts session before summer. “We’re going to wrap up Sprouts this spring with a program about insects,” Sitka … Continue reading →Charles Bingham
Gluten Free & Other Allergen Free Recipes
- Instant Pot Navy Bean Soup April 1, 2017I LOVE my grandmother’s navy bean soup, but it takes forever to make with soaking the beans overnight and then slow cooking the soup all day. I decided to try it in my Instant Pot and it was a success! Not only that, but my kids loved it…score! Ingredients: 1-2 Tbs. olive oil 1 onion, diced 3 […]Megan
Matt Goff Sitka Nature
- Sitka Nature Show #318 – Kari Sagel and Brooke Schafer June 30, 2024Download Radio Show The June 30th show featured a conversation with Kari Sagel and Brooke Schafer in our semi-regular cross-over between the Sitka Library Show and the Sitka Nature Show. If you have questions or observations you want to share, please feel free to leave a comment here or on the page I’ve set up […]matt goff
- Sitka Nature Show #317 – Daniel Graham and Zach LaPerriere June 16, 2024Download Radio Show The June 16th show featured a conversation with Daniel Graham and Zach LaPerriere. Daniel was the artist who crafted the Sitka violin commissioned for the Sitka Summer Music Festival by Marcel and Connie LaPerriere, it was the made out of wood sourced in Sitka by Zach LaPerriere. We discussed the of the […]matt goff
Life Alaskan Style
- Saddle Creek Trail to Grewingk Glacier Lake September 11, 2017At the end of July we took the boat over to Halibut Cove to hike the Saddle Trail with the kids to picnic at Grewingk Glacier Lake. It's a great trail for kids to master themselves, and Riggs hiked the whole way himself. Raina was in the backpack, but more because we wanted to hike […]Anonymous
Life In Alaska
- Homer Alaska Podcast April 13, 2019A man who just moved to Homer about a year ago from Chicago has started a podcast interviewing people from the Homer community. He called up my husband a few months ago and asked him if he would be willing to be interviewed. My husband said sure, so the second episode of Alex's podcast features […]Michelle Waclawski
Life in the (907)
- 2017 Garden Wrap-Up September 19, 2017Well, 2017 was not a good garden year in my area, even for those of us with greenhouses/high tunnels. I'm sure I didn't help my chances at all; we had a month between returning home from the States and getting the roof on the high tunnel, and I didn't start any seeds or work the […]Kristin
Little Big House Alaska
- Pork Chop Recipes for Every Occasion October 23, 2024Pork chops are a versatile and delicious option for any meal, whether you’re looking for something quick and easy or a dish that feels a little more special. Plus a little bonus is that they can be really budget friendly! From crispy oven-baked chops to slow-cooked options that melt in your mouth, there’s a recipe... […]Laura
Mountain View Post
- In Mountain View, something sweet December 3, 2020Mountain View is in for a treat — a whole new store full of treats, in fact. Packed with dozens of varieties of handmade custom candies, classic favorites, and assorted other sweets, Sweet Creations Lollipop Boutique is one of the latest businesses to open doors in the neighborhood. Owner Missy Simms made it for the […]Kirsten Swann
Northern Lights Mama
- Visiting Washington, Part Three July 30, 2019During our time in Washington we also took some time to drive over to Kennewick to visit some of my family in that area. We camped in my aunt and uncle's driveway and visited them and some of my cousins. The highlight for the girls was the nerf war for sure (pictures here). It was […]
Sandra’s Alaska Recipes
- Sandra’s Overnight Artisan 10" Cast Iron Soft Bread-No Knead March 2, 2024INGREDIENTS3-1/4 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon active yeast (not rapid or instant)1-1/2 teaspoons kosher salt1-1/2 cups slightly warm water (tepid)--2 teaspoons canola oil (For top and bottom of dough ball so it doesn't stick or form crust while rising)-2 TB butter melted in ramekin, with brush (set aside)--10” Seasoned Cast Iron SkilletMETHODAdd flour to bowl. Add yeast […]sandra
- Sandra's Fresh Apple Pecan Cake (9x13") September 18, 2023My husband loves this cakeso much he had two pieces 'after' eating lunch...Ingredients2 Eggs1 ½ cup Canola Oil2 cups Granulated Sugar3 cups A-P Flour2 teaspoons Ground Cinnamon½ teaspoon Ground Nutmeg½ teaspoon Kosher Salt1 ½ teaspoons Baking Soda4 cups Chopped Apples (peeled and cored): measure after chopping1 cup chopped Pecans: measure after chopping1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract⅔ […]sandra
South Anchorage Farmer’s Market
- Potato & Kale Casserole October 21, 2015[from SAFM cookbook] This wonderful recipe comes directly from I Heart Kale and their blog at http://iheartkale.blogspot.com 3 large red...safmweb