Monthly Archives: February 2012

Pan-fried Trout

I got a little itchy over vacation.  It happens when my travel bug gets repressed and I’m stuck at home not writing.  That’s when I start cooking!  I brought the kids to Harbor Fish in search of something interesting and different. … Continue reading

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Peabody Essex Museum

We promised the kids a trip to Boston over this February break, then lost motivation to actually head into the city.  So being the “parents of the year,”  we bribed them with the notions of museums in Salem, Massachusetts with … Continue reading

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Thoughts on February Break in Maine

Here I am in my burly sweater from LL Beans and a scarf and some gloves.  This is symbolic to where I thought I’d be this holiday break.  I should be on the ski slopes, zipping across the ice, or … Continue reading

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History of Limes

Anyone craving limes? It’s that time of year.  February!  Time to start turning the food dial.  You know what I mean, ditching those heavy casseroles and replacing them with something lighter, more flavorful, something limey. Ever thought of the history … Continue reading

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The Release of Stinger ~ A Photo Essay

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Zombies, Who Knew?

I spent yesterday with Zombies.  You heard me, Zombies.  I don’t like Zombies, nor do I enjoy spending too much time with gray brain matter, cartilage, genetically modified DNA, or shot guns.   It grosses me out.  But, a writer … Continue reading

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Homemade Egg Rolls

If you are looking for a late afternoon snack or a light Sunday supper make egg rolls.  I know what you are thinking, they are too difficult and too time consuming.  That’s what I thought.  Guess what, not true. I … Continue reading

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Portland Valentine’s Day Bandit

As promised Valentine Bandit photographs for you… Okay, this might not be from the bandit, but I like the gorilla.  Seriously, who doesn’t like a gorilla? This architecture is amazing, check out the detail. I’ve always wished that I had … Continue reading

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Happy Valentine’s Day

This is nothing better than a box of chocolates first thing in the morning.  You can open it up and start munching on chocolate with your coffee and pack it in lunch boxes for a special treat.  You can also … Continue reading

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Inspiration

I’m resting my novel right now.  That means that I’ve essentially stuck it in a virtual drawer so I can give my brain a rest.  By doing this, I will be able to look at the work with fresh eyes … Continue reading

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