I learned the hard way -- more than once -- that it's best to connect with an expert when trying a recipe that's clearly outside of one's wheelhouse. Sweet potato pie is a perfect example. I'd never heard of it until I was in my 30s and -- while my enthusiasm level was high --… Continue reading Sweet Potato Pie 101
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Fresh for the pickin’
If you love fall fruits -- and, who doesn't? -- here are some fun recipes to try.
When God sends a dog and a half…
Finnegan is sleeping more innocent like than he should be. He's no doubt tired after a two short walks -- post breakfast and post lunch given my work-at-home lifestyle -- and running away to see his girlfriend this afternoon. (Luna's a lovely golden mix with whom he normally has set, mommy-monitored play dates.) Finn inside… Continue reading When God sends a dog and a half…
Garage bands, guitars, notebook paper
Sharing a fun story about a garage band I did as an unconventional back-to-school piece. Teenagers are still teenagers. 🙂
Posh Summer
The uber-posh Oglebay family is specific to Wheeling, W.Va. (and Cleveland, Ohio), but this story of how they spent their summers is oddly relatable and universal. (What a fun interview this one was. Sarita's journal is darling and I want one of those white dresses!!) Rich, poor or somewhere in the middle. Then or now.… Continue reading Posh Summer
Nora Edinger -- JOY Journal 