Spending A Week in Kenya (Things I'm Thinking About)

Kenya was charming, with so many fascinating sights and tastes; here are some of my memories recorded by iPhone. Last week I shared the phot...

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Spending a Week in Istanbul (Things I'm Thinking About)

Istanbul was beautiful and amazing in so many ways; here are a few of the highlights I recorded by iPhone. Most regular readers probably kno...

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Going to Istanbul and Nairobi, Turkish Food, and Other Things I'm Thinking About

I've definitely got plenty to think about this week, because I'm heading out for two weeks in Istanbul and Nairobi! (Photo from Turk...

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Fun at the White House, A New Blog Feature, and Other Things I'm Thinking About (4-14-2015)

Michelle Obama, my niece Alyson, and Judd.  (Photo by Nick Gilson.) Let's start out this collection of things I've been thinking abo...

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Healthier Hot Cross Buns, Egg Dishes for Easter, and other Things I'm Thinking About (3-31-15)

This post has Healthier Hot Cross Buns, Egg Dishes for Easter, and other Things I'm thinking about as we count down to Easter. Photo  fr...

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St. Patrick's Day Food Memories and Other Irish-Inspired Food I'm Thinking About (3-10-15)

Every month has it's own most-eaten foods, but in March I'm thinking about cabbage and St. Patrick's Day food! St. Patrick's...

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Cold Weather Comfort Food, Pinterest, The Oscars, and Other Things I'm Thinking About (2-23-15)

Better-Than-Mom's Stovetop Goulash with Macaroni, Tomatoes, and Ground Beef is one of my favorite cold weather comfort foods! This has ...

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Meet Kara, and Other Things I'm Thinking About (1-13-15)

Introducing my niece Kara, who helps me test the recipes so I know they'll work perfectly for you! I'm not sure why I've been so...

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My Diet-Friendly Freezer, and Other Things I'm Thinking About (1-6-15)

Having diet-friendly options in the freezer can really help! One of my goals for the new year is to be more consistent about sharing these T...

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Santa's Milk Drive, and Other Things I'm Thinking About (12-16-2014)

Milk is a much-needed donation at your local food bank! I confess I don't like everything about the holidays (The sweets!  The overspend...

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Recipe-Saving Alternatives to Ziplist (Things I'm Thinking About)

Say goodbye to Ziplist, which has sadly been discontinued by the company. If you're a reader who's been using the Ziplist Recipe Box...

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Learning Food Photography with White on Rice Couple and Other Things I'm Thinking About (10-14-2014)

Todd and Diane's huge collection of cutting boards, captured by iPhone! If you follow me on Instagram or Twitter you might have notice...

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September Means Stuffed Zucchini, and Other Things I'm Thinking About (9-16-2014)

Low-Carb Meat, Tomato and Mozzarella Stuffed Zucchini Cups are perfect for September! In mid-September gardens are still flourishing in most...

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Summer Means Tomato Salad with Goat Cheese, and Other Things I'm Thinking About (8-19-14)

For years I've loved this Summer Tomato Salad with Goat Cheese, Basil Vinaigrette, and Fresh Herbs .  It's tomato salad and tomato s...

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Summer Means Salads with Fresh Herbs, and Other Things I'm Thinking About (7-8-14)

This Middle Eastern Tomato Salad is a sure sign it's summer! It's definitely summer weather at my house, and I couldn't be happ...

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Summer Means Grilled Vegetable Salads, and Other Things I'm Thinking About (6-17-2014)

Whole Wheat Orzo and Grilled Vegetable Salad with Feta, Olives, and Herbs Even though the official first day of summer is a few days away, ...

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Summer Means Basil Vinaigrette, and Other Things I'm Thinking (6-3-14)

Grilled Halibut with Basil Vinaigrette , and it must be summer because I already have Basil Vinaigrette in the fridge! It's feeling like...

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Thoughts on the Documentary Fed Up, and Things I'm Thinking About (5-20-24)

I thought I knew a lot about sugar and the obesity epidemic, but this movie was a real eye-opener. I'm going to start things out on a se...

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Chard and Garlic Scape Pesto and Things I'm Thinking About (5-6-14)

Spring has sprung, and I'm rushing the season and thinking about Garlic Scape and Chard Pesto . It's feeling a lot like Spring at my...

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Growing Green Onions, and Things I'm Thinking About (4-8-2014)

I was amazed at how quickly the green onions grew in water! If you're following me on Facebook , Twitter , or Instagram , you might have...

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