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Leaning into Magic and Loss
Making magic while living between, in, and around the loss Last Sunday morning, I was sitting in a sunny corner of a café in central San Diego. Focused and working hard, I was trying to … Continued
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Small Actions Matter in Much Bigger Ways Than We Might Imagine
Pint-sized ideas, the struggle of self-doubt, and learning to take action anyway “The revolution must begin with each one of us and not with external, environmental influences. … All great things start on a small … Continued
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Sole in Inverno Siciliano—Almond Butter and Orange!
A beautiful Sicilian-inspired toast to make at home One of the ways I get myself through the cold, short days of winter is by trying, even when it’s really cold outside, to consume the foods … Continued
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Potato Bacon Rétes at the Bakehouse
Flaky, filled Hungarian pastry for breakfast, lunch, or dinner The Russian theme I mentioned above is one terrific option for a winter wedding. You could also consider a winter wedding themed around the beauty of … Continued
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Why Winter Weddings Can Be So Wonderful
A picture-book wedding in the heart of Michigan winter In 1924, the amazing anarchistic American artist, teacher, and writer Robert Henri authored a book that he called The Art Spirit. Essentially a collection of the … Continued
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Bergeron Apricot Jam from Provence at Mail Order
Dignity, democracy, and a whole lot of deliciousness! Beautiful sandy beaches. Small, unsettled islands. A thousand years of history. A hot and sunny Mediterranean summer. Cuisine built around fresh vegetables, olive oil, herbs, and fish. … Continued