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Backseat Gourmet: June 2011
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29 June, 2011. The Kitchen Counter (Wordless Wednesday). Wednesday, June 29, 2011. Links to this post. 21 June, 2011. Icing on a spoon. It doesn't matter that you stayed up until 2 am to make them the princess or pirate cake they begged for. It doesn't matter that you baked a gorgeous vanilla cherry cake with a recipe from Martha or Dorie Greenspan. All they want is the icing, or frosting, if that's what you call it. And then it doesn't matter if it is a gorgeous buttercream or from a can. 17 June, 2011.
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Backseat Gourmet: November 2011
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22 November, 2011. Why, hello there. If only I could have Jian Ghomeshi say that in his dreamy voice for you.). You may have been wondering where I am of late. I have some good news and bad news. Which do you want first? Okay, bad news (let's get it out of the way). This is my last post on Backseat Gourmet. I know, but it needs to be done. That's where the good news comes in. 2 My first book. Is coming out in March! It includes links to my writing and a gallery of quilts. This was not an easy decision...
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Backseat Gourmet: March 2011
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10 March, 2011. At the risk of becoming a freelance martyr, working when I shouldn't because I think I should, I'm taking a break. This blog has been a source of comfort, as have many of you readers, during some very stressful times. Right now, however, my family needs me and I need them. Thursday, March 10, 2011. Links to this post. 06 March, 2011. Hot Dish at the Table. Ever had a Hot Dish? I'll be making a few more from the book this week for friends. 1 pound ground beef. 1 tbsp olive oil. 1 dozen roa...
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Backseat Gourmet: August 2011
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31 August, 2011. She usually doesn't say a word. Not until she is settled and snuggled beside me. Her face is glowing with a morning smile and she practically purrs with delight. We lay like that for a what is probably only seconds. Then she pops her head up. Mama, can we bake today? One year ago I marked my first day as a stay at home parent. And disorder that the last year also brought. And I wouldn't change a thing. As hard as this life is, it is better. Much, much better. With the Monster starting Ki...
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Backseat Gourmet: September 2011
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28 September, 2011. The Monster is now in Kindergarten! Yes, this deserves an exclamation point. That's how we both feel everyday.) One of the first lessons they did was a focus on colours. To be honest, we thought this seemed a little simple, but I found her looking at colour everywhere, learning Spanish vocabulary, and seeing my personality manifest itself in her. There was a great need for colour coordination during these two weeks of school. It was completely her idea to colour coordinate her snacks.
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Backseat Gourmet: February 2011
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27 February, 2011. For the first time in 7 years we watched the Oscars. It kind of felt that way tonight too. If you can subtract the chaos of little girls who literally demand you watch them jump on the couch and pretend you need to be rescued. After a weekend in Edmonton, learning the secrets of my Dad's famous salsa and coming together with family, we arrived home exhausted. Frankly, I'm so drained right now that the emotions boiling through me seem to cancel each other out and that numbness wins.
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Backseat Gourmet: April 2011
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25 April, 2011. My Dad died and we buried him last week. After nearly 2 months of not being at home, of daily trips to the hospital, of more candy that I thought possible, of captured meals, of the chaos of 6 little cousins getting together more than they ever have before, of the comfort of cookie it is time to get back to a routine. There is a lot to be said for routine and kids. To be honest, though, I used to scoff at the parenting advice that practically shouted out the value of ROUTINE! The meal req...
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Backseat Gourmet: October 2011
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21 October, 2011. This moment} - A Friday ritual. A single photo - no words - capturing a moment from the week. A simple, special, extraordinary moment. A moment to pause, savor and remember. (from Soule Mama. Friday, October 21, 2011. Links to this post. Subscribe to: Posts (Atom). Calgary, Alberta, Canada. View my complete profile. I can be reached through email - mamaark (at) gmail (dot) com. A Fund for Jennie. Alberta Eats, Writes, and Reads. Are You Gonna Eat That? Ceci N'est Pas un Food Blog.
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Backseat Gourmet: May 2011
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19 May, 2011. I've tried to muster the enthusiasm for brisket, eggs, and the coming asparagus. I've tried to cook my family a dinner that is worthy of attention. I've tried to care to want to serve the girls more than bread with butter and honey. I've tried. I've tried. I've tried. The truth is, I just don't have it in me. I could wallow in the crap that has happened from ski accidents to deaths. I could wallow, but then I really wouldn't get out of bed in the morning. And frankly, I don't actual...To en...
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Backseat Gourmet: In My Dreams
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01 September, 2010. When I started blogging I had only in mind a medium in which to practice writing, something I hadn't done regularly since I was a teenager. My on-line presence was a chance to share my creativity, getting it out there in the hopes that someone else was inspired. . About a year ago, however, things changed for me. Writing, creating, and thinking about those things became a compulsion. I attended the Okanagan Food and Wine Writers Workshop. Or at Simple Bites. 160;What about Babble.
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