Monthly Archives: August 2009
Julia Child’s Fricassee de Poulet L’Ancienne
Also known as “Old-fashioned Chicken Fricassee with Wine-flavored Cream Sauce, Onions, and Mushrooms.” Last night, I attempted a great feat: to master the art of French cooking as guided by Julia Child. Well, at least, master one chicken dish by … Continue reading
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Still on the Hunt for the White(ish) Convertible Sofa…
Sad to say, but I am. And to think, I was ecstatic when the West Elm delivery truck pulled up in front of my street. What’s wrong with it? It’s still too beige. I thought it might be the lighting, … Continue reading
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Getting Stuck in Chicago Ain’t Bad
Hubby and I were in Chicagoland this past weekend visiting his family and a couple of our friends and having a grand ‘ole time. But when it came to Sunday, we were ready to come home and get our week … Continue reading
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Fields of Gold
I think this image speaks for itself. Enjoy and happy Wednesday! Photo credits: RM – an old friend from a long time ago.
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The Hunt for the White(ish) Convertible Sofa is Over (or so I Hope)!
I finally found it! After a LONG TIME searching for the perfect, convertible, white sofa for my newly re-painted-now-liquid-blue-formerly-buttery-yellow home office/guest room, I think I’ve finally found one. After several disappointments (“oh, it’s too long. No, it can’t fit width-wise. … Continue reading
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Perfect Orzo Salad for a Hot Summer Day
I will publicly announce how incredibly in-love I am with my hubby and how appreciative I am that he can make me so happy even when he’s not here. The man can fuckin’ cook (forgive my French, but he can!). … Continue reading
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Too Bad It’s Not Winter
cause I’m really craving me some Boeuf Bourguignonne (aka beef bourguignon) with a fine glass of red Burgundy. After a long two days, patiently hunting for bargains on the WLYS, Mom and I opted to do other mother-daughter-bonding things today, … Continue reading
