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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Talking to photographs from the past

June 18, 2012
I was maybe three in these photos, and Papa (my grandfather) and I were close. Always close. Here's what I'd say to my toddler self:This is the man who will teach...
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Summer livin’s easy with Michelob ULTRA Light Cider

June 18, 2012
I was sitting on the back patio on a hot afternoon watching the dogs play, trying to read a book and craving something light and refreshing to drink. It’s been an...
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Tribute to a father

June 17, 2012
postsecret.com This made me smile. Is there any better tribute to a father? It's the way I feel about my own...
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Father’s Day and brothers in arms

June 17, 2012
We're the last generation that will ever sit with a box of old, faded photographs, my husband pointed out when he saw me poring over old family snapshots and portraits...
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Rescued dogs make great pets

June 16, 2012
Some rare photographs of our older dog, Little He, who fears the camera will steal his soul. What a sweet nature this old boy has. Everyone just loves him.  Some...
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Looking for great juicing recipes

June 16, 2012
We just bought our first juicer. It's been sitting on the counter for a week.Now we're looking for some great, healthy juicing recipes.And tips!Got some good juicing...
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Love is the substance of all life

June 16, 2012
It's a pretty dim life without it.What is love?Love is...
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Trouble? Here!

June 15, 2012
Trouble is present and accounted...
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Remind me: what was I looking for?

June 15, 2012
Ever forget what you were doing?I do this almost once a day now. There was a time when I never did it, but I can hardly remember that now.Sometimes, forgetting...
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Scenes from the Gold Country

June 14, 2012
Not your typical banking lawyer. Hubby's worn these to client meetings and last week, gold mining. Maybe those two activities are the same thing? But this goes...
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