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Gingerbread Train

Definitely getting myself into the Christmas spirit. I was asked to create a gingerbread house, with a green theme.  I ended up creating a train instead, and I think I did a pretty good job….  Choo choo!


Micro

The past week has been wonderfully relaxing. I haven’t left my house much, and I’ve filled my time with Mad Men and Pushing Daisies – both of which I’ve now finished.  All my Christmas presents have found their place, except for the ones in the basement waiting for me to move out.  I’ve also been [...]


Merry Christmas Eve!

A quick note to wish everyone a Merry Christmas Eve!  Ours, as always, was very fantastic and filled with love, family, and delicious food.  I decided to experiment with Mulled Wine using a friend’s verbal recipe.  It was partially successful, but changes for next time will be necessary.  The smell is irresistible so I will [...]


Chestnuts

With Christmas music all around I have become suddenly aware of the commonly used line “Chestnuts roasting on an open fire”. In Paris there were people on many corners, selling chestnuts roasted over portable fires. In my efforts to be adventurous I thought I would give them a try, and I was extremely disappointed. This [...]


Happy

I’m feeling really good about the changes in my life right now. The first two days in my ‘real’ job have been great. The environment is positive, encouraging, and youthful which I’m definitely appreciating and enjoying. I’m looking forward to meeting my volunteers in the new year, and getting to know the organization better. Also, [...]