Monthly Archives: February 2009

Wild weekend in the Miramichi

Posted on February 6, 2009 by mam

The entire town has been a buzz today with the drone of helicopters and police cars.Â Â This evening you have a choice of either attending the Opening Ceremonies of the Miramichi RotaryÂ Pond Hockey Tournament or the Smelt Fry at … Continue reading →

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Even kitties can be green

Posted on February 4, 2009 by mam

My cat and I have aÂ coupleÂ of things in common………. middle age spread and allergies.Â We differ in that I love my husband, while Porsche tolerates him.Â He is simply an extra thumb in the event I’m not home to … Continue reading →

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What type of reader are you?

Posted on February 3, 2009 by mam

According to this quiz, I’m a dedicated reader………and I have to agree.Â Â There are always two or three books in various stages of being read on my night table.Â Â Â This week I’m nearing the end of Barbara Kingsolver Poisonwood Bible, … Continue reading →

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Happy Groundhog Day!

Posted on February 2, 2009 by mam

Groundhog day isÂ our favourite day.Â It is the only event day that is non-partisan, non secular, non gift giving, andÂ non decorating.Â Â When Andrea, Ron and the grandchildren lived nearby we would get together for a dinner of barbecued ground hogs … Continue reading →

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Sunday dinner

Posted on February 1, 2009 by mam

This evening’s dinner was made from recipes I found on the internet.Â Â Appetizer :Â Crab RangoonÂ Â (Kraftfoods.com) Entree: Â Sweet & Spicy Chicken Stir-fryÂ (Kraftfoods.com) Â Â Dessert: Mexican Chocolate Pudding Â Â (Posted by Wandering Coyote of Retorte on Magazine Monday.Â I … Continue reading →

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