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This was another delicious dinner made easily in the Instant Pot. It is flexible enough that you can play around with the veggie mixture. For example, we had a large Bok Choy in the vegetable bin so we used that... Continue reading

Posted 3 days ago at A Life, Lived

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Travel Tuesdays - Berlin

It seems fitting that on the Tuesday after Remembrance Day I head to Berlin for Travel Tuesdays. The traffic roars, people hurry by, street artists perform on Breitscheidplatz, Kurfürstendamm is bursting with life … and then a door opens, a... Continue reading

Posted 5 days ago at A Life, Lived

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Lest We Forget

Thinking of my grandfather today who fought in WW1. He was a sapper or railroad engineer whose job it was to ensure a steady supply of materials to the front lines (and likely quick transport out as well). I remember... Continue reading

Posted 7 days ago at A Life, Lived

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Travel Tuesdays - Millcroft

This was my morning view . . . The provincial Executive is meeting in Niagara Falls for a week. Last year we met in Millcroft in a slightly more bucolic . . . Continue reading

Posted Nov 6, 2018 at A Life, Lived

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This was me yesterday . . .

Posted Nov 5, 2018 at A Life, Lived

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Instant Pot Stuffed Peppers

What is it about the smell of classic stuffed peppers that instantly relaxes me? It’s the best of simple ingredients–fresh beef, onions, tomatoes, and seasonings that come together in their own little portable, edible bowls . . . comfort. Stuffed... Continue reading

Posted Nov 3, 2018 at A Life, Lived

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Halloween

We didn't go as all out for Halloween this year what with being away last weekend and work being hectic for both of us. In fact, if I hadn't have left work early yesterday Halloween might have been a bit... Continue reading

Posted Nov 1, 2018 at A Life, Lived

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Travel Tuesdays - San Antonio

One of the people I follow on Instagram is in San Antonio right now. I've been to the city a few times for conferences. Here are some shots from my last visit. Continue reading

Posted Oct 30, 2018 at A Life, Lived

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Happy National Cat Day

Posted Oct 29, 2018 at A Life, Lived

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Get it?

Posted Oct 27, 2018 at A Life, Lived

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Fried Camembert with Cranberry Sauce

Paul and I had a taste of this when we were in Berlin (although the cheese was served with Lingonberry jelly there). I bought some Camembert a few weeks ago with the thought of recreating the dish using the leftover... Continue reading

Posted Oct 25, 2018 at A Life, Lived

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Travel Tuesday - Ravenna

A friend of mine in Italy just had a tour group for a week. One of the stops was Ravenna. Her pics made me think of my visits there and that is my Travel Tuesday destination. Continue reading

Posted Oct 23, 2018 at A Life, Lived

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Political Jokes

Today is the municipal election in Ontario. It is important that people get out and vote . . . but please don't vote for any political jokes . . . Continue reading

Posted Oct 22, 2018 at A Life, Lived

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Turkey and Wild Rice Soup

I know that it is likely too late for my fellow Canadians to make this with the leftover turkey carcass . . . Thanksgiving having been a couple of weeks ago it would be rather gamey! However, if you are... Continue reading

Posted Oct 21, 2018 at A Life, Lived

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Your Morning Smile

Posted Oct 19, 2018 at A Life, Lived

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Travel Tuesday - Tuscany

A colleague is planning a trip to Tuscany for her mother's 80th birthday. We spent an hour on Friday afternoon talking about things to do . . . guess where I am off to for Travel Tuesdays? Continue reading

Posted Oct 16, 2018 at A Life, Lived

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It's a Scary Time for Men . . .

Let's hope . . . Continue reading

Posted Oct 15, 2018 at A Life, Lived

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Canadian Weather

Posted Oct 13, 2018 at A Life, Lived

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Gutenberg's Apprentice

I picked this book up in the spring. I was traveling, went into an independent bookstore and you know my rule - I MUST buy something to support the independent book store. This was my purchase. The book came out... Continue reading

Posted Oct 11, 2018 at A Life, Lived

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Travel Tuesdays - Berlin

A year ago we had arrived in Berlin for a week long visit. The weather was a bit icky. I was sick and felt very icky. We persisted and had a fabulous time . . . although we weren't a... Continue reading

Posted Oct 9, 2018 at A Life, Lived

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Thanksgiving 2018

We celebrated our Thanksgiving yesterday which means today we are relaxing and eating turkey sandwiches. It has been a challenging we weeks with Paul's work schedule requiring him to work nights. Yesterday he came home from work at 6 AM.... Continue reading

Posted Oct 8, 2018 at A Life, Lived

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Orchard Martini

This is a re-post but given that folks in Canada are celebrating Thanksgiving this weekend it seemed worthy. I can't think of a better drink to serve with your pre-dinner bites. It doesn't matter if you just have chips and... Continue reading

Posted Oct 7, 2018 at A Life, Lived

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Garlic Pork with Bok Choy

Our CSA has been delivering huge Bok Choy for the past few weeks. As far as I am concerned this is a great thing because it adds amazing crunch to a stir fry and stir fries are likely the ultimate... Continue reading

Posted Oct 6, 2018 at A Life, Lived

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Something to Think About

Last week Dr, Christine Blasey Ford testified in front of the Senate committee determining if Brett Kavanaugh is fit for the Supreme Court. As is often the case, she was treated abominably. Kavanaugh, the alleged perpetrator of the sexual assault... Continue reading

Posted Oct 4, 2018 at A Life, Lived

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Travel Tuesdays - Krakow

A year ago Paul and I had arrived in Krakow. We had a great time visit visiting the area of Poland where Paul's family is from. It was a mix of history - good and horrific (we spent a day... Continue reading

Posted Oct 2, 2018 at A Life, Lived

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