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Family & Food

“The Sickness” and Thanksgiving

In my house we cope with life’s downturns with joking and laughter. Our gallows humor got us through my father’s dying, from the time of his terminal cancer diagnosis to the first day he accepted that death would not be put off, to the seconds after his actual passing. It’s our family’s way. That said, … Continue reading »

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Knock, knock. “Who’s there?” Aida.

Knock, knock “Who’s there?” “Aida.” “Aida big piece of watermelon!” While parts of our nation are enjoying brisk 40, 50 and sweet 60-degree fall temps, Texas is, as usual, sweltering. We’re in the high 90’s, with cooler weather nowhere in sight, and chilled watermelon is the perfect treat. Watermelon, that quintessential summer fruit, is available … Continue reading »

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Sips & Nibbles

Have you eaten something so delicious this week that you’ve been thinking about it and/or talking about it ever since? I’ve had my fair share of yummy foods during the last seven days, but I’m that fickle eater, always looking for the next enticing bite. Here’s what tempted me: I kicked it off last Thursday … Continue reading »

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