Food For Thought, Ramblings & Writing

Turkey on the Bar-B-Q #whatsonyourplateblogchallenge

#whatsonyourplateblogchallenge My talented blog friend, Donna at Retirement Reflections, has teamed up with Deb at Widow Badass to invite all of us to a monthly virtual dinner party. The goal is to spread meal inspirations and share dishes that we have recently enjoyed. Breakfast, lunch, appetizers, dinner, dining in, dining out… all ideas are welcome.… Continue reading Turkey on the Bar-B-Q #whatsonyourplateblogchallenge

Weekend Coffee Share

A Thankful Thanksgiving Coffee Share

Good morning, Everyone.  The day has not dawned yet. I am writing in my unheated sunroom without a blanket over me. It will be a warmer than expected day here on the south shore of Long Island. I am up early to meet my sisters for a Sunday brunch at Mom’s house. I’m bringing the… Continue reading A Thankful Thanksgiving Coffee Share

Weekend Coffee Share

Happy Thanksgiving, Everyone

  Weekend Coffee Share is a time for us to take a break and enjoy some time catching up with friends (old and new)!Grab a cup of coffee and share with us!  What’s been going on in your life? What are your weekend plans?  Is there a topic you’ve just been ruminating on that you… Continue reading Happy Thanksgiving, Everyone

Back in the Day Stories, Ramblings & Writing

The Macaroni Tradition

I grew up celebrating Thanksgiving Italian-American style. When I was a child, my parents piled their five kids into the station wagon and traveled over small road bridges, through the Belt Parkway and into Brooklyn where Grandma lived. Wafts of warmth and garlic could be breathed in as we climbed the stairs to her second… Continue reading The Macaroni Tradition

Ramblings & Writing

Happy Thanksgiving 2018

Happy Thanksgiving, My Everyone. The day dawn crisp and very cold with light winds--a perfect scenario for Thanksgiving Day. I am up early picking up where I left off last night in prepping the big meal. Love this holiday. It is all about gathering around the table with people I love, enjoying favorite foods, and… Continue reading Happy Thanksgiving 2018