December 26, 2011
by Julie
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We had a very lovely Christmas day with many wonderful gifts. Between us Jason and I cooked most of Christmas dinner. I made asparagus with orange sauce (Jason’s request), butterhorn rolls and chocolate pomegranate torte (Daniel’s request). Jason made creamed … Continue reading
December 18, 2011
by Julie
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We’re having a little early holiday activity here this weekend getting pictures for our Christmas cards and exchanging some gifts that it’s not practical to mail or take on an airplane. Chris and Sara announced their engagement adding to the … Continue reading
November 24, 2011
by Julie
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My cranberry bites turned out nicely. Sugared Cranberries 1 cups fresh cranberries 1/2 cup maple syrup 1/2 cup granulated sugar Rinse cranberries and place in a small bowl. Heat syrup in a small sauce pan just until warm. Pour over … Continue reading
November 27, 2010
by Julie
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Yesterday Chris and Jason and I went to Durkee Tree Farm to choose a Christmas tree. Decorating will have to wait until we can go out today for some new lights to replace the ones that died last year. I … Continue reading
November 26, 2010
by Julie
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We watched bits of the parade, a bit of the dog show and some football and then we had a really lovely meal. Chris must have gotten up before dawn as he arrived bright and early despite a minimum 4.5 … Continue reading
July 8, 2010
by Julie
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We also had a little trip to Plum Island this week. The refuge beach is about an hour away and as long as you arrive early it isn’t usually crowded. They do block off a good bit of it while … Continue reading
June 6, 2010
by Julie
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Yesterday was Daniel’s birthday. For his meal he requested fried cheese, asparagus and baby back ribs. For the cheese, cut it into 1 1/2-2-inch cubes, dredge in flour, then egg and finally spiced bread crumbs. Chill 30 minutes and then … Continue reading
May 2, 2010
by Julie
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In 1999 we were married beneath the blooming cherry trees in Arnold Arboretum. Yesterday we went back and spent the afternoon strolling about the grounds followed by a lovely dinner at Hamersley’s Bistro in Boston.
April 19, 2010
by Julie
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Jason and I just took a quick trip down to Florida to visit his folks. We enjoyed the sandhill cranes and their young, a nice walk on the beach (despite many washed up man of war jellies) and grilling on … Continue reading
April 5, 2010
by Julie
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It was a really stellar Easter for us here at Stoneview with both boys home and an amazing sneak preview of summer that’s supposed to last all week long. Chris is stranded here a bit longer than planned since the … Continue reading
