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Robbie’s Orzo Salad

This was originally called Tri-Coloré Orzo Salad. I have no idea where the recipe originated, but it was introduced to my family by my newest sister-in-law, Robbie. Hence, the post title. It is a fabulous summertime side dish, which is why I decided to make it for Memorial Day. It’s …

Training/Photo Walk

On Saturday, I ran the first outside training run I’ve done in years. When I ran my route – the same route I used to run when I ran regularly – I noticed it with a different eye this time. A photographer’s eye. It’s spring, and I’m seeing budding trees. …

Run, Forest, Run

I’m running again. Well, more like jogging.  Really, if we’re going to be honest, it’s a lope. Ok, a shuffle. Still, I’m moving. Besides the usual motivations, I saw something on Facebook this week that got me in the mood. Some second cousins are doing a 5K in honor of …

BBQ Brisket

As it is Erev Pesach (the eve before Passover), and I’ve been cooking all day, I have decided to share with you my mother’s recipe for BBQ brisket. But first, a little story… A young Jewish mother is preparing a Brisket for Passover. Her daughter watches with interest as the …

Project 365

It’s now day 77 of Project 365 -2011. This is the first time I’ve done this, and am, for the most part enjoying it. I am getting to the point where life is getting too busy for me to process all my photos each night, and the backlog is building. …

Irish Soda Bread

With St. Patrick’s Day looming, I thought it only appropriate to post this recipe for Irish Soda Bread. The recipe was given to me by my sister-in-law, Heloise. Having married into an Irish family, I’ve found that soda bread recipes are numerous and varied. But, this one is my favorite. …