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Ice Cream for Breakfast
We celebrate Ice Cream for Breakfast Day with ice cream straight up or served on waffles. Make it your favorite ice cream flavor or flavors… or go for bacon ice cream to feel more “traditional” at breakfast time. I … Continue reading
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Have a Hot Breakfast
We’re celebrating National Hot Breakfast Month during February. Fresh, warm muffins… eggs and bacon… hot cereal with raisins or berries and brown sugar… pancakes or waffles with warmed 100% pure maple syrup. Whatever you choose, you can’t go wrong. … Continue reading
Optimist Day
When it comes to name calling, call me an optimist each and every day of the week, for I’d much rather be called an optimist than a pessimist. So, do I see the glass as half full or half empty. … Continue reading
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Perspective
“Do not condemn the judgment of another because it differs from your own. You may both be wrong.” — Dandamis Brahmin philosopher 4th Century BC
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National Croissant Day
I was first introduced to croissants while on a college internship in Copenhagen, Denmark. Each morning, as I traversed the walking street near my destination, I learned to stop in at a pastry shop. What … Continue reading
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Things that make us say, “Hmmmm.”
This aphorism would be seven words long if it were six words shorter.
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Ahhh… to Seek Wisdom
“The whole problem with the world is that fools and fanatics are always so certain of themselves, and wiser people so full of doubts.” — Bertrand Russell (1872-1970) British philosopher, mathematician, author, Nobel laureate
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International Holocaust Remembrance Day
January 27 is the day established by the United Nations in 2005 for all nations to remember the Holocaust committed by the Nazis. From 1933 and 1945 they eliminated 6-million Jews, two-thirds of Europe’s Jewish population … Continue reading
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Good for YOU!
“Aim above morality. Be not simply good, be good for something.” — Henry David Thoreau (1817 – 1862) American naturalist, philosopher, and writer
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National Florida Day
The Sunshine State became a US Territory in 1921, after falling under colonial rule by France, Spain, and Great Britain during the 18th and 19th centuries. Florida became our nation’s 27th state in 1845. Of course, Native Americans were living … Continue reading
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And the Sun Rises on a New Day
“There won’t be a better tomorrow if you can’t move on from today.” — Unknown
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Rah! Rah! Rhubarb!
Though this is National Rhubarb Pie Day, we’ll have to use frozen rhubarb, because Spring is still way off in most parts of the country. But rhubarb is a great addition to our diets if we have health concerns. Rich … Continue reading
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For the Love of Brownies!
This is National Blonde Brownie Day! Oooooh, I have such fond memories of Mom regularly making these for us in the 1950s and 60s. Then I started making them, too. Nothing has changed. They are still merely mahhhhvelous! … Continue reading
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National Squirrel Appreciation Day
Whether you think squirrels are pests or fascinations, they are playful and agile rodents. Indigenous to the Americas, Eurasia, and Africa, they are indeed rodents, in the same family as chipmunks, woodchucks, prairie dogs, rats, mice, and beavers. However, they … Continue reading
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Say, “Cheese!”
For National Cheese Lover’s Day, I’ll share my updated 1990s recipe for stuffed zucchini boats. They are Super Simple and fast to make. They’re moist and cheesy. Cathy’s Stuffed Zucchini Boats 3 medium zucchini, not peeled, ends cut off, halved … Continue reading
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Trust, But Verify
“The trust of the innocent is the liar’s most useful tool.” — Stephen King (1947 – ) American author
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Ah, Politics!
We are not the first generation to witness a barrage of attacks on someone in politics with whom folks disagree. “Before you give up hope, turn back and read the attacks that were made on Lincoln.” — … Continue reading
National Classy Day
I like to reflect on people who grace the world with qualities that make it a better place. That said, I note that “classy” needs a touch of refinement, as we could be high or low class, just as the … Continue reading
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National Religious Freedom Day
“Ultimately, America’s answer to the intolerant man is diversity, the very diversity which our heritage of religious freedom has inspired.” — Robert F. Kennedy (1925 – 1968) American politician, US Senator, lawyer, and 64th US Attorney General Observed annually in … Continue reading
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National Hat Day
Observed since 1983, National Hat Day commemorates the day in 1797 when the first Top Hat made its appearance in court, inspiring the judge to proclaim the rather prominent hat disturbed the public. That did not dampen the hat’s popularity. … Continue reading
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National Hot Pastrami Day
I can think of no better way to celebrate National Hot Pastrami Sandwich Day than sinking my teeth into the crunchy, savory, succulent, perfectly grilled sandwich! Pastrami on rye was introduced to Americans in 1888 by Romanian immigrant Sussman Volk. … Continue reading
To You Abundant Health!
“It is health which is real wealth and not pieces of gold and silver.” — Mahatma Gandhi (1869-1948) Indian lawyer, spiritual & political leader, and nonviolent resistance advocate
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National Baking Month
We’re celebrating National Baking Month with a recipe from yesterday’s look at National Arkansas Day. Arkansas Possum Pie does not contain opossum… or any other meat. It’s a creamy layered pie with chocolate and cream cheese in a melt-in-your-mouth pecan … Continue reading
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National Arkansas Day
Joining the Union in 1836, Arkansas became the 35th State. The name Arkansas came from the Quapaw Indians, whom the French called the “Arkansaw.” In truth, the first people to live there arrived around 11,650 BC. Much later … Continue reading
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Save the Eagles
When we see an eagle soaring through the sky, we tend to stop whatever we were doing and just watch. One of my most memorable moments came as stood in my own backyard in New Hampshire. With … Continue reading
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The Sun Rises with Hope in its Heart
“Of all the forces that make for a better world, none is so indispensable, none so powerful, as hope. Without hope men are only half alive. With hope they dream and think and work.” — Charles Henry Sawyer (1868 – … Continue reading
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Well, thank you. Thank you very much.
Many music icons were gone too young, and Elvis Presley was one of them. He was born into a poor family in Tupelo, Mississippi on January 8, 1935. His twin was delivered 35 minutes before him, stillborn. In 1946 for … Continue reading
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National Soup Month
January is National Soup Month. Soup makes a marvelous mouth-watering way to warm up on a chilly winter’s day. A favorite of mine is Chinese Hot and Sour Soup, which I have been making and enjoying since the mid-1970s. Here’s … Continue reading
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Cuddle Up!
Every year on January 6, we celebrate National Cuddle Up Day. No gifts, no parties, and no pressure. Just cuddle up and relax. Chill. Ahhhhhh.
Fly, Baby! Fly!
For National Bird Day, I thought we’d consider some favorites. I have always loved the long plumes of the peacock. (And, as a child trying to snag one of the loose and dangling tail feathers, I got scolded by … Continue reading
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Food, Glorious Food!
As noted yesterday, I enjoy sharing recipes on my website and social media articles. In 2023, I am pleased to note that I shared 90 recipes with you. They ranged from appetizers, tapas, beverages, and brunch items to entrees, side … Continue reading
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Wisdom to Share
What fun I had writing articles, posting insightful and silly quotes, and sharing recipes with you in 2023. In total I shared 174 “Notable Quotables” from a wide array of folks, from Eleanor Roosevelt, Thomas Jefferson, Benjamin Franklin, Abraham Lincoln, … Continue reading
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May You Always Have the Friend You Need
“Sometimes being a friend means mastering the art of timing. There is a time for silence. A time to let go and allow people to hurl themselves into their own destiny. And a time to prepare to pick up … Continue reading
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National Bloody Mary Day
While the Bloody Mary is typically consumed by mid-afternoon, enjoy one any time you like! Let our recipe get you started. Bloody Mahhhvelous Mary A classic Bloody Mary is a combo of vodka, double that amount of tomato juice, some … Continue reading
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Happy New Year!
“Freedom is never given; it is won.” — A. Phillip Randolph (1889 – 1979) American civil rights activist
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Never Give Up!
“I can accept failure. Everyone fails at something. But I can’t accept not trying.” — Michael Jordan (1963 – ) Former NBA professional basketball player
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No Interruptions Day
Post that “Do Not Disturb” sign and finish doing whatever needs doing. No Interruptions Day gives us an official excuse to ignore requests that slow us down from accomplishing whatever is on our “to-do” list. Yup. We can even skip … Continue reading
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Help Hope Grow
“When we seek hope, it may be best to give hope to someone else. Wrap someone in your arms, look them in the eyes, and tell them that you won’t give up.” — Cathy Burnham Martin Author, voiceover artist, and … Continue reading
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Real Truth
“Whoever is careless with the truth in small matters cannot be trusted with important matters.” — Albert Einstein (1879 – 1955) German-born theoretical physicist; developed theory of relativity
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Christmas Blessings
Christmas blessings were in abundance at Café Martin this year. With a table set for 24 and lots of incredible edibles, including baked ham, roasted potatoes, and grilled fresh pineapple spears, no one went hungry. … Continue reading