May 15, 2013

This unexpected but necessary hiatus has given me time to reflect on many things in my life and has certainly given me plenty of raw material for my writing and photography

May 13, 2013

Everything was in place. The temperature was pleasant and because I planned to sit in the tub with my dogs, I assumed it would be a grand . . .

May 12, 2013

As Jim walks around among his piles of odd-shaped tree outgrowths, it’s obvious how much he appreciates the beauty, feel and the stories that must be. . .

Mar 6, 2013

My love for mixing things gave way to other pursuits as I grew up, but what I’ve learned from following all my varied interests will forever be priceless.

Feb 18, 2013

One of my biggest peeves is pasta that is “clammy” and watery –the kind that comes straight out of the boiling water and onto the plate, the bland taste camouflaged by some kind of sauce . Tasty and nicely textured. . . . .

Feb 16, 2013

Add the chopped spinach and mix thoroughly, and finish off by adding the sun-dried tomatoes along with some of the herb-infused olive oil. Season with your favorite herbs (e.g. basil, tarragon) and cook until done or . . . . . .

Feb 11, 2013

Many of my recipes hail back to my childhood . . . those comfort foods and favorite dishes from “word of mouth” recipes handed down through generations, sometimes modified for the famine and WWII years in the “Old Country” . . . . .