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Monthly Archives: February 2012
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
Posted in Parenting, Travel, Uncategorized
Tagged Jerry Ullsman, Massachusetts, Peabody Essex Museum, PEM, Salem, Things to do in New England, Travel with Kids
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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
Posted in Maine, Parenting
Tagged February Slump, mud season, School Vacation Week, Things to do in Maine, Too busy
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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
Posted in food
Tagged history of limes, limes, Rope Vieja, Spring Fever, spring food, things to do with limes
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The Release of Stinger ~ A Photo Essay
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Posted in Maine
Tagged Biddeford Pool, Fun in Maine, Seal Habitat, Seal Release, Stinger, UNE, University of New England
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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
Posted in writing
Tagged Critique Groups, Fun with Zombies, Joe Souza, Writing, Zombie Stars, Zombies
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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
Posted in food
Tagged Egg Rolls, Homemade Egg Rolls, Simple Treats, snacks, Sunday Supper, Things to do in Winter
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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
Posted in Uncategorized
Tagged Maine, Portland, Valentine's Day, Valentine's Day Bandit, Valentine's Day Phantom
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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
Posted in writing
Tagged Creative LIfe, New Projects, Non-fiction, revision, Where do you get your ideas, Writing, Writing Inspiration
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