UNLEASHING MY INNER BAKER

I am so proud of myself! For someone who has always considered themselves a terrible cook and even worse at baking, it feels like a monumental achievement to whip up something my family absolutely loved. The inspiration for my culinary adventure harkens back to nearly 30 years go a friend's delicious cake at her daughter's birthday party. The cake was incredible, but it was the frosting that really...

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MY DOCTORS UNIQUE APPROACH TO WELLNESS

After nearly five years of grappling with persistent medical issues and feeling like I was navigating a labyrinth of inadequacy in healthcare, I am overjoyed to have finally found a doctor who truly resonates with my needs and genuinely wants to support my healing journey. Her approach is refreshingly empathetic, and it feels as though she understands me not just as a patient, but as a whole person....

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LUFFA, LOOFAH, LUFA, LOFA, LUFA

Is there really a right way to spell luffa? 😂It seems like a simple question, but one glance at the various spellings can spark debate. Perhaps it's spelled "loofah" in one corner of the internet, while "luffa" garners its supporters in another. Whatever the spelling, there's no denying the versatility of this remarkable gourd. I learned this firsthand when I tried my hand at growing luffas a few...

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FROM ORCHARD TO TABLE

Every year at this time, our family eagerly anticipates our annual apple-picking outing. It's a cherished tradition that brings us all together, with the girls delighting in the thrill of plucking ripe apples from the trees while I can't wait to transform our harvest into delicious handmade applesauce. Among the various varieties we encounter, Sweet Tango apples have emerged as my absolute favorite....

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