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As a Mama, I will miss The University of Alabama

by Karen | Jun 9, 2023 | All, Blog, Kids!, Stories

I am a writer and blogger and have written about many of my family experiences, much to the chagrin of my children, especially Jack. My son Jack just graduated from The University of Alabama in May, and I might miss Alabama as much as he will. I have written and...

Beekman’s Chedda Goat Cheese Review

by Karen | May 2, 2023 | All, Appetizers, Blog, Cheese Review, Food and Cooking

I forget.

by Karen | Apr 17, 2023 | All, Blog, Chip, Married Life, Stories

When you lose someone so intertwined with your life, there are moments when you ‘feel’ normal, and you forget they are gone. It’s odd. After almost two years, I still think this is not happening, and I am waiting for it to end, but it does not. So many mornings, I...

Cheese Heals- (It certainly does) Bleu de Bourgogne

by Karen | Mar 30, 2023 | All, Appetizers, Blog, Cheese Heals, Chip, Food and Cooking

Cheese is a lot like people. Some are okay, some you like, and others you love. Bleu de Bourgogne may be my new best friend and found at no other than Wegmans! (Medium) Bleu de Bourgogne This cheese should be removed from refrigeration and plated for about 45 minutes...

One.

by Karen | Mar 15, 2023 | All, Blog, Chip, Death and Dying, Life Lessons, Stories

I wake up each morning with my arm reaching for you. You’re not there. I wake up alone and go through the day alone. One coffee cup. One bathroom towel. One breakfast plate. One seat at the table. One glass of wine. One side of the bed. Some mornings before I...

Cheese Heals- Say Hello to Versatile Manchego Cheese

by Karen | Mar 14, 2023 | All, Appetizers, Blog, Cheese Heals, Food and Cooking, Stories

It is a snowy March day, and the winds are beginning to stir these 10 inches of fresh yet heavy snow. I have worked all day for my clients, and now I thought I would knock off and review one of my favorite charcuterie board cheeses, Manchego (pronounced man-chey-go)....

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