How to make the best cup of coffee

June 22, 2026
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☕ I love me a good cup of coffee! But what do the experts say about what the best cup of coffee entails? I did some research. Now, let me go on record and say I do not follow these directions entirely or even mostly. But they're good to know, because hey, one day? I just might take it a bit more...
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Today’s delicious smoothie

June 23, 2012
Still making morning smoothies. Or afternoon smoothies. All good. Here's today's: Strawberries Banana Golden delicious apple a bit of...
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What are micro greens and why

June 23, 2012
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Summer’s bounty brought to you by Source

June 23, 2012
Hollyhocks in Capitola, CA These beautiful hollyhocks were growing outside a small strip center  in the tiny beach town of Capitola.Summer's bounty. Their...
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How to end any argument

June 22, 2012
Sometimes, that's all it takesto end any argument. Because most everyone wants to be right,  whether they admit it or...
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Why do dishes?

June 21, 2012
Or lunch. Or when you can read, write, play with the dogs. Totally my policy.I have never, ever turned down a chance to playbecause I had housework to do.And never...
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Today’s yummy breakfast smoothie

June 21, 2012
We've been trying to eat more healthfully these days, and breakfast smoothies are a filling, delicious way to get some good nutrition.Here's today's breakfast...
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18 bargain-hunting tips

June 20, 2012
We're going shopping today! The Diva's looking for bargains, which means a CLOSE look at everything. And some tried and true tips from a world-class shopper--moi!--...
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I ♥ carbs

June 19, 2012
Have you ever made someone birthday broccoli? Or celebrated your anniversary with turnips? ALL special occasions are celebrated with carbs.It's a fact of life. Live...
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Good neighbors, good parties

June 19, 2012
The "neighbs" and their dogs came over the other afternoon for an impromptu, 1950s-style potluck.  Shrimp on the barbie, flatbread with pear, arugula and...
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Parents lives.

June 19, 2012
I was lucky enough to come into a treasure trove of historical family photos,  particularly exciting because all of my personal photos fell victim to far too many moves...
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