holiday… Is All Snow Created Equal? 26 Mar 201126 Mar 2011 A cold front has settled over us and the softly falling rain feels especially chilling on the heels of the seventy and eighty degree temperatures that we have been enjoying.…
home… Old Chestnut House 25 Mar 201125 Mar 2011 On the Bland, Virginia property is an old house made entirely of American Chestnut, probably from the very trees that grew so thickly in the area. Old deeds list certain…
Entertainment Impressions of ‘The Paris Wife’ by Paula McLain 24 Mar 201124 Mar 2011 I have just finished 'The Paris Wife' by Paula McLain. It is a novel that parallels the real lives of Ernest Hemingway and his first wife, Hadley, as told through…
Entertainment… Good Reviews for ‘The Tourist’ 23 Mar 201123 Mar 2011 I had looked forward to seeing 'The Tourist' as soon as it was released. It was full of promise with Angelina Jolie, Johnny Depp, Paul Bettany, Timothy Dalton all skimming…
Entertainment… The Perfect Rub For Pork 22 Mar 201122 Mar 2011 A simple but flavorful rub for pork is easily obtained by using rosemary, garlic, sage, salt and pepper. I use fresh ingredients, which I think makes a difference. If you…
home… The Promises of Spring 21 Mar 201121 Mar 2011 Today is the first full day of spring, having arrived late yesterday according to the equinox. But I don't need a calendar to know that spring swept in. She announced…
family… Are You a House Putterer? 20 Mar 201120 Mar 2011 I have a confession: I enjoy puttering about the house. I like rearranging pictures, plants, furniture, what-nots and bric-a-brac. It gives me a sense of accomplishment to take a messy…
Wine Barons de Rothschild (Lafite) White Bordeaux 19 Mar 201119 Mar 2011 For an afternoon reading on the deck, let me suggest Barons de Rothschild (Lafite) White Bordeaux Selection Prestige - 2009. Floral on the nose and crisp on the tongue, it…
home… Canadian Geese, Broomstraw, and Daffodils 18 Mar 201118 Mar 2011 Comfortable temperatures - in the seventies - found me reluctant to stay inside. Although my itchy eyes are reacting to the pollen, it is worth it just to be outdoors.…
Entertainment… St. Patrick’s Day and Perfect Corned Beef Brisket 17 Mar 201117 Mar 2011 St. Patrick's Day has arrived, and the grass seems to be greening just for this occasion. This is one of those holidays that I especially love - there isn't much…
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