Ok, confession time: my mom hated Christmas. She hated being forced to buy presents, putting up a tree (and actually decorating it). We never got wrapped presents–Santa “didn’t have time.” So, maybe that explains why I tend to go overboard at Christmas. John has mostly completed our outdoor light show, but I haven’t done much [...]
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I bought 3 books by the Dalai Lama hoping they would motivate me to begin meditating again. So far, they haven’t. This book is by far the most useful for me. The book contains a lot of good advice, but improves with repeated reading. 1. Self awareness and self understanding are the keys to satisfaction [...]
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This meets my criteria for an excellent party dip–it’s cheap and easy. Combine: 1 14oz. can artichoke hearts, drained and chopped 1 cup mayonnaise (no substitutes) 1 cup grated parmesan cheese 1 clove finely shopped garlic Bake uncovered at 350 for about 25 minutes or until heated through.
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Put equal amounts of cranberries and vodka in a clean glass jar. Cover with plastic, NOT metal. Let stand in a cool, dark place for at least 2 weeks. Use this within 2 months.
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Toast 1 cup chopped pecans or walnuts. Set aside. Mix together 3 cups shredded Swiss cheese (3 cups) 4 oz. cream cheese Let sit for 30 minutes. Add 2/3 cup sour cream 1 tablespoon dijon mustard Mix with electric mixer set to medium until slightly fluffy. Line a smaller size loaf pan with plasic wrap [...]
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