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For those of you unfamiliar with this feature, every December for the past few years I have made resolutions – not for myself, mind you, but for others who may not be aware of their shortcomings or challenges in a particular area. Without further ado, here’s this year’s list, in no particular order of...

I want you to take the bull by the horns, jump into the deep end and maybe even get in a little over your head! What in the world am I talking about? I’m talking about that project you’ve been

Bird Back 40 Asparagus PatchAs Dandy Don Meredith of ABC's Monday Night Football would croon at the end of games (especially blowouts):"Turn Out the Lights...The Party's Over...They Say That...All Good Things Must End...Call it Tonight...The Party's Ov...

The Hindu temples of Angkor Wat are one of the prime attractions for tourists traveling to Cambodia. The temples are most likely one of the greatest examples of ancient Hindu architecture in Asia. The temples sprawl over an area...

This guest post comes from my partner in hiking crime -- my husband Dave. A much more eloquent and established writer than I, he wanted to share a few thoughts from our holiday weekend on the Mendocino Coast. By Dave imagining what Jill is thinking...

Former realtor Michael Lyon is accused of trying to sell a secret sex tape to adult websites, according to court documents.

At Pancake Circus it’s not just the food that’s selling like hotcakes; it’s the lotto.

There’s something magical about the memories that are evoked through the sense of smell. Nothing transports me back in time quicker than a scent tied to memory. Yesterday, Katie and I used her new Easy Bake Oven for the first time and as I stood there in the kitchen with her, I was a...

Heavens to Betsy! This pudding ranks as one of my all-time favorite food experiences. The process of baking it lights up your kitchen with a show of vibrant colors. The [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other co...

Are you a fan of my Facebook page? Become a fan and share the page with your friends – if it hits 2,000 fans by 2012, one fan will win a fabulous prize! Whew! Christmas is over. No more shopping (except after-Christmas sales). No more parties (until New Years). No more holiday desserts (except...