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  • Red clapboard and a white picket fence surround the candy shop

    Miss Candy and The Red Berry Candy Shop in Madison, Ohio: A Sweet Stop off Interstate 90

    Posted by A. JoAnn on 06/25/202206/25/2022

    My brother was amazed at the selection of candies on display. He swore that any candy you could think of from our childhood was in stock. Bottle Caps, Runts, Lemonheads, Mallo Cups, Garbage Pail Kids, Bazooka bubble gum - you name it, Miss Candy had it.

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  • Dad and Mom with baby.

    Your Eldest Daughter Is the Female Version of Her Father

    Posted by A. JoAnn on 06/18/202206/18/2022

    Thank you, Dad. We’re grateful to have you as our first and best teacher.

    Essays and stories
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  • zesty salad dressing in a green bottle next to a crispy green salad.

    Dad’s Zesty Salad Dressing

    Posted by A. JoAnn on 05/03/202205/03/2022

    Dad recommends tasting and adjusting as you go, because tastes may vary.

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  • You Can Transplant Spring-blooming Bulbs Year Round

    Posted by A. JoAnn on 04/14/202204/04/2022

    Transplanting spring-blooming bulbs at any time of year is possible. Although we’ve been trained by mail-order greenhouses to plant bulbs in the fall, I have found that digging up and moving my spring-blooming bulbs is …

    gardening
  • purple, yellow, pink, and blue watercolor painting of Easter eggs

    Egg Hunts for Easter That Are Fun and Free

    Posted by A. JoAnn on 03/31/202204/04/2022

    As Kara got older, her creativity blossomed. She devised an egg hunt where coupons redeemable for specific prizes were in the eggs instead of the prizes themselves.

    Such a smart girl!

    games and tools, holidays
  • Zucchini fries come out of oven crispy and browned

    Stan’s Baked Zucchini “Fries”

    Posted by A. JoAnn on 03/10/202203/25/2022

    Calling these veggies "fries" also makes them attractive to kids and means you may be able to get your little ones to give them a try.

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  • Roasted vegetables served over rice and drizzled with sunflower butter dressing

    Roasted Vegetables and Rice Is a MIND Diet Home Run

    Posted by A. JoAnn on 02/08/202203/25/2022

    Roasted vegetables and rice for dinner fits with one of our 2022 goals: Eat More Plants. MIND Diet guidelines incorporate the best parts of the  Mediterranean and DASH diets to achieve good health in mind …

    recipes
  • A covered casserole dish is perfect for beef pot roast.

    Braised Meats on the Winter Menu

    Posted by A. JoAnn on 01/16/202203/25/2022

    The meat is cooked in the liquid in a covered casserole dish or Dutch oven under low heat for several hours. As the liquid is absorbed by the meat and reduced, you end up with a succulent dish with complex flavors.

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  • Thumbprint cookies filled with pink cherry frosting

    Thumbprint Cookies Make Your Christmas Tray Classic

    Posted by A. JoAnn on 12/25/2021

    Introduce your family to the flavors of classic Christmas cookies by including these thumbprint gems on your holiday cookie platter.

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  • A gingerbread man ornament appears to be running away from the cookie cutter

    Do You Need A Break From Another Hallmark Christmas?

    Posted by A. JoAnn on 12/06/202112/06/2021

    Here are a few picks that will liven up your holiday viewing without giving you that sickly sweet feeling in your stomach or general numbness in your brain.

    holidays
  • Watercolor picture of leafless elm silhouetted against sunset sky

    The Mystery: Crime Is Only the Beginning

    Posted by A. JoAnn on 11/21/2021

    The problem is that after reading or watching enough crime and mystery stories you get pretty good at unveiling the murderer.

    books
  • Caramelizing the chicken pieces with the chopped onions and carrots

    Chicken in a Pot with Turmeric and Lemon

    Posted by A. JoAnn on 10/23/202103/25/2022

    Fall weather brings with it the desire to cozy up and eat something warm and delicious. Chicken in a Pot is one of those dishes that seems perfect for the occasion.

    recipes
  • Honey Deuce craft cocktail is served poolside

    You’ll “Love” the US Open’s Refreshing “Honey Deuce”

    Posted by A. JoAnn on 09/13/202109/13/2021

    The Honey Deuce is the perfect cocktail for these last days of summer.

    recipes
  • crumbled feta tops the fresh peach and corn

    Fresh Peach and Corn Salad with Lemony Vinaigrette

    Posted by A. JoAnn on 08/17/202103/26/2022

    Both the fresh peach and corn added to the salad are raw and that may surprise you - it surprised me. But the combo tastes fantastic.

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  • tabbouleh with cucumber and tomato chunks

    Tom’s Favorite Tabbouleh Made with a Zesty Twist

    Posted by A. JoAnn on 08/06/202108/07/2021

    Tabbouleh salad has a fresh taste that's perfect for summer.

    recipes
  • A New Start, A New Garden

    Posted by A. JoAnn on 07/12/2021

    If you've never tried gardening but are curious about it, I encourage you to give it a go. Yes, it can be a lot of work. But it's also good exercise, meditative, and personally satisfying.

    gardening
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  • This potato salad is best served at room temperature

    German Potato Salad Makes Perfect Picnic Fare

    Posted by A. JoAnn on 05/29/202105/29/2021

    Give the potatoes time to soak up some of the dressing before serving at room temperature. Don’t worry about storage - there won’t be any leftovers!

    well being
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  • Irritating Plant Allergies You Should Know About

    Posted by A. JoAnn on 04/29/202104/30/2021

    I remember pulling dead leaves off my euphorbia. Did I wash my hands or scratch after removing gloves? Did I wear gloves? I honestly can’t remember.

    gardening
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  • A three-tier tray displays lemon squares and ricotta cheese cookies.

    Staying Social with an Outdoor Birthday Tea Party

    Posted by A. JoAnn on 03/09/202103/17/2021

    This Covid Birthday Tea Party will be a fond memory and a reminder that socializing with friends is so important, even during a pandemic.

    recipes, well being
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  • Lemon ginger tea tastes great with ricotta cheese cookies

    Ricotta Cheese Cookies Are a Treasured Family Recipe

    Posted by A. JoAnn on 03/08/202103/08/2021

    Leave it to my friend Denise to "show me the way." She generously shared her family recipe with me, and now with you!

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  • A fountain among primroses and astilbe

    Will Intermittent Fasting Lead Us to The Fountain of Youth?

    Posted by A. JoAnn on 03/01/2021

    There really is science behind the current fasting diets, and all it may take is doing a regular 16-24 hour fast to see long-term benefits.

    health and fitness, well being
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