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Coming out of winter, I found I’d lost my inspiration for cooking a little bit.  Cold snow is still on the ground and soups and stews just aren’t cutting it.  Plus, traditional spring fruits and veggies are of marginal quality in the store.  And while cooking outdoors is always fun, it’s challenging in 20 degree…

One of the most common questions I’m asked is,  “How do you deal with darkness in Alaska during the winter?” I have to start by saying, it doesn’t really bother me.  I have much less tolerance for our 20+ hours of daylight in the summer because I can’t sleep when it’s light!   I’m sure…

MUST…NOT…TURN…ON…SUMMER OLYMPICS!!! Oh bag it…I admit I’m an olympic addict.  May as well embrace the reality and enjoy it because it’s another 4 years until the next one! I’ve ALWAYS watched the olympics, both summer and winter.  All of my kids were born in winter olympic years and take pride in their distinct locations. In…

Twas 4 days before Christmas, and all through the house, every creature was stirring, including a moose.  The stockings were hung by the chimney with care, in hopes that Rogue the dog would not chew them up there. The children were nestled up tight in their seats, munching away on Sunday night treats.  With family in…