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O' Christmas Tree!
There are a couple things that divide us up at Christmas time. One is the debate between white twinkle lights or multi-color. The other...
Helen Lawler
Dec 1, 20242 min read
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Jersey Farms Make Fall Fun
October usually boasts warm days and cool nights. As the leaves change colors, one of the best past-times is to visit one of the many...
Helen Lawler
Oct 14, 20241 min read
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"Old World" Cooking is Dining Excellence
Il Mondo Vecchio has been a fixture in Madison, NJ for decades. Part of the charm of this long-time favorite is the quality of...
Helen Lawler
Jun 6, 20241 min read
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Steak Dinner with Simplicity of Tuscany
Several years ago, my dear friend Sue’s mom, Elvira stopped by our home for a visit. It was one of those sweltering, hot summer days and...
Tracy Redling
Jun 6, 20242 min read
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The Art of the Dinner Party
My mom always says, “make sure your table is set so your guests know you were expecting them.” Growing up in the 70s and 80s people had...
Tracy Redling
Apr 19, 20245 min read
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A Dish You Will "Love" This Valentine's
I have always loved Valentine’s Day. My mother would cut out red construction paper hearts and tape them to our front door. As my sister,...
Tracy Redling
Feb 13, 20243 min read
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Giving Thanks
Thanksgiving is one of those holidays without much fanfare. It has become the warm up to year-end holidays. With that, it is often...
Helen Lawler
Nov 1, 20232 min read
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The Joyful Journey of a Lifetime Learner and Lifetime Laugher
There are two things that have been most helpful to me in living a healthy life and embracing my well-being. They are being a lifetime...
Tommy Hilcken
Oct 31, 20232 min read
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