tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19238283172143214902024-03-13T08:50:19.537-04:00K's KroniclesKathleenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05920826375552081937noreply@blogger.comBlogger456125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1923828317214321490.post-13487585977170526402021-02-02T03:11:00.000-05:002021-02-02T03:11:08.215-05:00Time Machine 2015-2021<p> HELLO!!</p><p>Where do l even start to catch up....I will do my very BEST.</p><p>2015 I went on a trip, Ladies trip to the Von-Trapp Family Lodge. If you haven't been, it's worth the trek up North. </p><p>Beautiful lodge with exquisite rooms and views of the VT mountains. The food was excellent as were the staff. </p><p>2016 l had two more surgical procedures, which one of those required me to have a stay in-patient at a rehabilitation center for a few weeks and then out-patient rehabilitation for 9 months following. It was a very long and exhausting road, however, l managed to forge ahead with good results. </p><p>After getting through the, not so much fun activities, l took several more trips with my Husband, Mr B and a few of Ladies Only. </p><p>The places l traveled, not necessarily in order;</p><p>California, Key West, Destin Florida, St Augustin FL, Idaho, Montana and more local to NYC and Maryland. </p><p>January 2020 brought some life changes for Mr B and myself, as we sold our home we had custom built in 1992, and downsized to a 55+ community in the mountains of Mt Gretna, PA. The change and move was the best decision for both. We have very little Mantainance and Upkeep. The Wildlife is extraordinarily beautiful with the many different species of Birds, the Deer all year long and many 4 legged creatures. </p><p>Hopefully this Covid Virus will soon be nipped and traveling can resume for both my husband and I, along with a few Ladies Only Trips.....</p><p>I turn 60 yrs young this July, l plan on celebrating all summer with a trip to Florida to celebrate with my Florida family. Hopefully a few days at a Disney Resort....</p><p>I hope you're Safe and staying Well during this very trying time, of a Pandemic ....</p><p>Until next time, K ❤</p><div class="blogger-post-footer">[IMG]http://i1232.photobucket.com/albums/ff378/Kathleen721/Signature.jpg[/IMG]</div>Kathleenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05920826375552081937noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1923828317214321490.post-83005407515868887642015-05-06T22:45:00.000-04:002015-05-06T22:45:21.042-04:00<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
Hello My Friends....It certainly has been a long while!<br />
Spring has finally Sprung here in PA, after a long cold Winter....<br />
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Our trip to Florida in March/April was spectacular...we drove to many different places of destination, was able to see family we have not seen in many years on my husbands side and were able to visit on the Gulf with hometown friends of mine who recently moved with Boats to retire on the Gulf. We ate of many different restaurants and had fresh Seafood....Im so ready to go back!<br />
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Next week my Son is declaring degrees in Technology-Business. He has been attending college full-time for the past 6 years. It has come the time for him to declare degrees or no more Grants.....he very, and I mean very nonchalant mentioned he was declaring. I being Mother became very excited and wanted all the details of Graduation. I was informed of his lack of plans to even Walk in the Graduation Ceremony. His plan was to complete necessary paper work and have diploma mailed. Ha....!! ABSOLUTELY NO FRICKING WAY!!! This Mama is gonna see her Son Walk at least one Graduation before she passes....at my Son's rate, I may not have the opportunity to see this momentous moment! Besides, his only living Grandparent, his Grammy is 87 yrs young, and well......you know.<br />
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After Graduation we will be going out to Dinner to celebrate. The next day, (Sunday) Hubs and I along with his Godmother have a Surprise Drop In Party planned. <br />
Jere is going to be so surprised! I have invited folks and friends he has not seen in a long while. It's going to be a busy weekend, but so much FUN! My husband just has to laugh when I go over the plans and details of it all....I love it!<br />
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Be safe and Enjoy this beautiful Spring, my friends!<br />
Love to All,<br />
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I hope your all staying warm and snug during this very very frigid winter....<br />
It's been brutal here in PA, to say the least....<br />
I have my Florida vacation booked for 16 glorious days of sun and beaches, good food and drinks...! I can not wait...!<br />
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I had the honor of making a very special cake for a very special couple to reveal the gender of their baby. </div>
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The mother to be wanted my chocolate cake with chocolate icing......</div>
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I think they are pleased with the reveal...</div>
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The young man in the picture is big brother...he's doing a double check on the color of that middle frosting....Priceless!</div>
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What fun it was to be apart of such a memorable and exciting time...!</div>
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This weekend I'm off to the beach for a girl's weekend...</div>
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Pictured are some of my Gals I have known since elementary school, a nursing friend and my BFF. The picture frame was made and created with a personal item representing each of us. We will add to as we continue to gather with "New" friends attending and a picture of each gathering. </div>
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It's so awesome to be in this place of our lives with our children grown and having this time to share, support and have FUN!</div>
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September is packed full of continued fun with a Girls weekend to the beach at the very end of the month. Getting in all I can before those leaves turn and start to fall.</div>
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It's been a very busy summer for me and I hope you all are doing well and enjoying this beautiful summer safely and having lots of fun!</div>
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Lovin every minute of it! </div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><b><i><span style="color: #f4cccc;">To All Grandmothers, Mothers, Godmothers and</span></i></b></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><b><i><span style="color: #f4cccc;">Mother's Day has always been so special for me!</span></i></b></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><b><i><span style="color: #f4cccc;">As a child I was always so excited to give my Mother and usually my one special Aunt a gift...</span></i></b></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><b><i><span style="color: #f4cccc;">After my son was born, the little small gifts he made for me are the most precious to my heart.</span></i></b></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><b><i><span style="color: #f4cccc;">Many of Jere's scripts and poems given to me are framed in a shadow box frame which is hanging in our hallway. It's the first thing I see in the morning after leaving my personal sanctuary (bedroom).</span></i></b></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><b><i><span style="color: #f4cccc;">As he has matured into adulthood, I so appreciate him...! And the direction he has pursued.</span></i></b></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><b><i><span style="color: #f4cccc;"> a day of remembrance of our mothers who have passed with many laughs and a few tears...</span></i></b></span></div>
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<i>It's been a very busy Spring...</i></h3>
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<i>We found out we're having another little princess :)</i><br />
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<i>We first met Steph and her sweet little girl, Lili on New Years Eve. I </i><br />
<i>immediately felt a strong liking to them both and absolutely adore Lili! </i><br />
<i>Lili and my niece's daughter, Aubree have become best buddies..</i><br />
<i>What one doesn't think of, the other one does. It's so much fun to watch them interact with each other and not have a worry between them.</i><br />
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<i>Both girls love Minni Mouse, so with that in mind I gave them each a handmade purse in the shape and design of Minni. I also made a 'Sock' wallet to match the purse. It was a winner with both girls..!!</i><br />
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<i>I love family time, especially with the little ones who have blessed our family..</i><br />
<i>I only wish my parents were still with us so we could all enjoy these precious little ones together. </i><br />
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<i>Here are the two Little Princesses...</i><br />
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<i>I had never attended a Gender Reveal Party, so this was all new to me.</i><br />
<i>At the half way point of pregnancy, an ultrasound is usually done which will likely show a clear picture of the baby's gender. For those who are planning a Gender Reveal Party, the ultrasound tech gives the findings to the doctor for review. The doctor then places the baby's gender in a sealed envelope and gives the envelope to the parents. The envelope is then given to the person who is chosen to make the Gender Reveal Cake. They are sworn to secrecy to not reveal the gender. For this party, my nephew's very good friend made the cake.</i><br />
<i>We were to wear pearls and pink if we thought it was a girl, for a boy you were to wear camouflage and blue..I, of course wore my Pink!</i><br />
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<i>However, seeing him with Lili there is no doubt in my mind when this little princess arrives, she will have him wrapped just as Lili has..:)</i><br />
<i> What can I say, the Girls rule in this family!</i><br />
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<i> Doesn't Steph look so cute...!! </i><br />
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<i>It was a really fun night enjoyed by all. Everyone loves a party! right..!?</i><br />
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This Spring I am doing some major planting of flowers and getting my landscaping in order. I also have a few projects I am planning to do.</div>
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I recently purchase an old bike from an Antique Store which I am going to clean up and paint the body a Bright Yellow. The seat and along with the wire basket I purchased to hang on the front of the bike will be painted a Bright Pink...! The basket will be filled with many different flowers that will over flow and cascade down the outside of the basket. The bike will then be parked against my Oak Tree at the side of my house, near our side door and porch. I have seen many pictures of old bikes refurbished this way and this year at the Philadelphia Flower Show they had a display of this very thing....I loved it! </div>
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As I mentioned, I plan to paint the body yellow with a pink seat and basket. </div>
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I may paint the pedals pink, also. And I must add....My bike is a 'girl's' bike :)</div>
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I love how they placed the bike among all those beautiful yellow daffodils.. </div>
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And, I want to see and enjoy the 'look' of the bike and flowers to which I will be able to more so with it placed under the tree.</div>
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I also have a special project I'm working on that will be given as a gift.</div>
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It's all good now, my friends...</div>
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Spring has finally sprung!</div>
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Thanks for stopping by and until next time...</div>
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Here are my newest Potato Bags I just received in the mail from Barbara in North Carolina. I came across my very first Potato Bag in a quaint coffee shop in North Carolina on our way to Myrtle Beach a few years ago. I purchased the bag and brought it home, placed it beside my microwave and sorta forgot about it for a few weeks. One day I had one of those "ah ha moments" and made my first potato in my potato bag with the microwave. Barbara had inserted instructions inside the bag and also one of her business cards. I followed the simple instructions of, washing potato, place inside bag without poking holes, close over flap and bake for 2-21/2 minutes on high. Gently squeeze potato from the outside of bag. If potato is soft when slightly squeezed, potato is done.</div>
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After that first potato made in the forgotten potato bag, it has become one of my very favorite cooking items in my kitchen....</div>
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I have gifted so many of these since my first purchase in that little quaint coffee shop that we just happened to stumble onto during our road trip.</div>
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Not only are the bags a plus, Barbara and I have become friends, also...</div>
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The three bags I purchased this time are for gifts also...</div>
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First one is a pattern of Cupcakes. (I may keep this one for myself ;)</div>
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In my goody package was also a Key Chain Barbara makes...</div>
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This was a gift to me, just because! I love it Barbara...!!</div>
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I love gifting my friends and family homemade items that are so useful and made of very good quality. I have had my share of some really crappy stuff over the years, even some crafting work done by others I personally have known and who I would never have thought would be so careless and not caring how their work looked. </div>
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With that said, if I can't do the work myself I am very particular on who I purchase from and no more asking others to help me complete a crafting job in an area I'm not as experienced in.....</div>
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If anyone is interested in a Potato Bag, send me a message and I'll give you Barbara's Information.</div>
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Last week with the anticipation of all this snow we have been hit with, I went to Roots Market, a local farmer's market, and stocked up on fresh goodies, meats and veggies.</div>
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Tonight I made two dishes using up the last of fresh Asparagus and fresh Spinach.</div>
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I made a chicken spinach dish with a garlic and lemon cream sauce and a favorite dish my mother made often, asparagus casserole. </div>
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Firstly, I took some skinless chicken fillets from the freezer, (I wrap about two or three thin skinless chicken breasts in plastic wrap and freeze several wraps together in a sealed plastic bag. This makes life so much easier when I need some chicken. I simply pull a wrap from the bag, unwrap the chicken and I have the perfect amount I need for whichever chicken meal I am planning to make.)</div>
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I placed the frozen fillets in a large skillet with some butter. Let the chicken simmer until each fillet is separated and nicely golden brown. I also sprinkled some garlic salt on the chicken as it simmered.</div>
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I then added some some flour, about a large Tablespoon to the chicken, flipped it over in the pan so the flour was on the bottom and moved each piece of chicken around so the flour mixed in with the butter. I then sprinkled some lemon juice on top of the chicken and added some light cream. Mixed this around with the fork and each piece of chicken. The sauce thicken up very nicely...</div>
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I then added the fresh spinach. I did wash the spinach before cooking with it in a cold water bath. I had a large amount of spinach, so I placed all of the spinach on top of the chicken and placed a lid on the skillet. I had to hold the lid down for a few minutes until the spinach started to wilt. I reduced the temperature down below medium heat. The spinach steamed down very nicely...</div>
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While the spinach was steaming, I finished my asparagus casserole.</div>
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First I steamed a nice fresh bunch of asparagus. Toasted four pieces of bread, and earlier in the day I had hard boiled two eggs.</div>
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A very quick and healthy meal with plenty of leftovers!</div>
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This is enough food for at least three meals.</div>
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More snow here tonight into Tuesday...</div>
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Then the temperatures are expected to be in the low 50's later in the week and weekend..! I can certainly handle those temperatures.</div>
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Have a safe and fun week</div>
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and thanks for stopping by..</div>
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What a wild winter this has been....as most of you have also been experiencing if you live here in the US from the Mid-West to the East, and all along the East Coast...! Spring can not come soon enough for this Gal!</div>
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So many of you crafty folks are taking advantage of being stuck inside.</div>
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I have made several Infinity Scarfs since Christmas. It's a good way for me to relax in the evenings. And, my friends and family seem to enjoy and like them.</div>
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One of my acquaintances from Facebook is Ruthie. She is a very good friend of my nieces Mother-In-Law. Ruthie is from PA and moved to GA several years ago.</div>
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Ruthie has been busy crocheting hats. And not just your every day hand-made Crocheted hat. Hats with a theme....</div>
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Below are the most recent hats Ruthie has made. </div>
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Doesn't she have talent!! If your interested in having Ruthie make you a personal theme hat, you can contact her by Personal Message here</div>
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The hat she made for our special little guy, Sam....was a "monster hat" to match his favorite slippers, which he cannot be without when he is home. </div>
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So, Uncle Jere gave him his new Monster Hat tonight after work and before uncle had to head out for his class. I was hopping Jere would be able to join us for the Spaghetti meal I made, but he didn't have enough time.</div>
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We had such a fun visit with Sam and his Mommy. We sure do love this little guy.</div>
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The last two visits from Sam, he did not want to go home. First time he showed not wanting to leave, he ran back into the Family Room and sat down with his coat on. On this visit, he really gave his Mommy a hard time, she would put his coat on, he would take it off. It sure does make us feel good knowing he likes being here. But not so good for mommy.</div>
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Until next time, I hope all is well with you! </div>
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Stay safe and be careful if your in the line of all these winter storms.</div>
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Thanks for stopping by!</div>
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Here we are near the end of January...</div>
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I honestly can not wait for the next 8 weeks to be over and done with! I am so tired of the cold and nasty weather and the frigid temperatures here in PA.</div>
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My poor body just can't take the freezing cold. </div>
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Fortunately, I've been kept busy. There is always something I can find in need of attention. Today was a "Meals On Wheels" day. It was bitter cold when you were outside, but the sun was so bright and warm coming in through the car windows, I actually had to put my window down a bit with the outside temperature of 9 degrees. After we finished with our MOW route, we headed over to the heart of Amish Country in Lancaster. There is an Amish Business I have been wanting to visit that makes homemade Chicken, Sausage and Beef Pies. I must say, it really was in the back part of the Amish Country....</div>
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I purchased 5 of the 6" Chicken Pies. The 6" will be just the perfect size for one when we have those days of needing something in a pinch or I am not cooking. </div>
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The business is called "Zook Chicken Pot Pies"</div>
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If the smell from the outside is any indication of the taste, those pies will be a winner for me!</div>
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Since we were at that end of the county, I planned to stop by and visit with my 90 year old uncle who has recently transferred to a Personal Care Facility at the eastern side of the county. First we had lunch at the Lancaster Brewing Company in Lancaster. The building is the original building of the Lancaster Tobacco Company. Much of the interior is original to when the building was built. </div>
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After lunch we headed over to my Uncle. The Facility he is at is not far from the restaurant. I was proud of myself remembering my way around those little streets and Alleys of Lancaster. </div>
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I had promised to bring my uncle some homemade chicken pot pie. Not the pies made of chicken, but the real deal of rolled dough noodles. I make my pot pie the way I was taught from my mother and how my mother was taught from her mother. When I shared with my uncle during a last visit that I was making some, his face lit up and said 'that sounds good'...so I promised he would get some.</div>
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The adjustment for my uncle has been a slow process. He has periods of confusion which causes him to forget where he is and sometimes who one is. </div>
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Today was a day of him missing his wife and feeling lonely. After telling stories of when I was young with a few tears and many laughs, he seemed to be in a better mind set when we left. Even though this is the area I have much experience in, its still very difficult seeing a loved one having to go through those changes that make no sense to them or you. </div>
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On a happier note....I'm hosting an Adult PJ Party next weekend. This is something we have talked about doing and now it's gonna happen! A night of wine, food, chick flicks and NO MEN! There will be 5 total in attendance. My family room will be turned into one big bedroom of a pull-out sleeper bed, an air mattress and cot if needed. Those attending will each bring a covered dish. I'm providing Cocktail and Coconut Shrimp, some adult beverages and breakfast of a Quiche, Fresh Fruit, Moravian Sugar Cake, coffee, tea and hot chocolate. </div>
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Hopefully the weather will cooperate. We all are looking forward to this 'girl' time!</div>
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That's all I have for now....I hope where ever your little corner is, your warm and cozy. Until next time, be safe and have fun!</div>
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Much love and thanks for stopping by,</div>
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The New Year has been rung in..! What a fun Holiday it was. I have finally learned the less you stress and really enjoy the moment, the time is truly one to be cherished and thankful for. The past several years my gift to those close to me has been the 'gift of time'. I am so blessed with loving and supportive people around me and in my life, and realize the true meaning of honest relationships with friends and family. <br />
Contentment is not always a welcome or easily found, I like to think I have found it!<br />
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Christmas was fun...and also the days leading up to the big day and those that followed.<br />
New Years Eve was spent at my Nephew's new home with family and friends. The evening was very much enjoyed with good food and company. <br />
Starting out the New Year, I cooked the traditional 'good luck' meal of Pork and Kraut on the 1st.<br />
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So for 2014, the New Year is full of many possibilities and plans of a full year of enjoyment.<br />
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Wishing you All, my friends... A Blessed and Enjoyable 2014...!<br />
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<span style="background-color: #f9cb9c;"><span style="color: red;"><span style="font-size: large;"><i><b><span style="font-size: small;">It's the Last Weekend to get those last minute gifts...</span> </b></i></span></span></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white;"><i><b><span style="background-color: white;"><span></span></span>Thank goodness my shopping is complete. The internet is the best invention, EVER!</b></i></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white;"><i><b> Here are some Mason Jars I spruced up a bit. I took labels I had or downloaded them to which I customized them, mod podged them onto the jars and also gave the jars an all over Frosted Look...The lids I spray painted black. Put some labels on with a very thin rope and filled with Tea, Coffee or my Homemade Cocoa. </b></i></span><br />
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<span style="background-color: white;"><i><b> This jar is a very Old Jar I purchased at my Aunt and Uncles Auction. I gifted this to my Besties' Daughter filled with Cocoa. These jars can be used as a storage container and displayed on the counter.</b></i></span><br />
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<span style="background-color: white;"><i><b> I made a Card Holder for a few friends and family members. </b></i></span><br />
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<span style="background-color: white;"><i><b>Lastly I made some homemade Cranberry Almond Biscotti </b></i></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">The Saturday after Thanksgiving has become an annual cookie baking day with my Bestie and very good friend from way back in elementary school. We each prepare a double batch of cookie dough of whichever cookie recipe we wish to bake and bring the dough(s) along with containers to my home for a full day of baking, eating, drinking and many many laughs....</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Fortunately I have a very workable kitchen for cooking and baking with my "make to order" oak kitchen table having 10 boards. I think we used 4 this year... :)</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">I make a large pot of Chili to munch on throughout the day so we have something other than sweet cookies in our bellies. The Chili helps to balance it out a bit...;)</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Sam..my Son's little buddy who is 14 months and very bright and active. I forgot how much energy these little guys have at that age, but we so enjoy him and love when he comes for visits.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Especially Sam!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">He decorated and then tasted a little and then a little more.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Uncle Jere had Sam trying every different spoon in the drawer to eat his Ravioli with , from his own toddler spoons to full size spoons. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Thanks for stopping by and remember to slow down and enjoy this crazy time of year..!</span></div>
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<b>Pumpkin Pie. I must say, this year my pies are the most tastiest or I was so hungry for a piece of grandma's pumpkin pie I wanted to savor every bite. </b></div>
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<b>The fresh turkey from the poultry farm to the creamed corn.</b></div>
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<b>We survived another year of a Thanksgiving Dinner Blessing.</b></div>
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<b>I hope your day was filled with family and friends with an abundance of food and many blessings with many more to come..</b></div>
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<b>Now comes the craziness the next few weeks of Holiday Shopping.</b></div>
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<b>Thank goodness for Cyber Shopping :)</b></div>
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<i><b>Hello Friends...! I know it's been a few weeks since I stopped by. Life has been whizzing by so quickly with Events and getting ready for the Winter Months. UGH...</b></i><br />
<i><b>You all know how much I dislike the Cold and Ice. Love the beauty of the Snow, just not all that comes with it. </b></i><br />
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<i><b>A few things I've been up to.....Last Monday on Veterans Day, my cousins had an Auction for their parents home and all personal belongings. That my friends, was a very difficult day! My cousins, (brother and sister) have been planning for this sale for quite a while, knowing that it was inevitable and needed to be done. My Aunt was my Father's Sister whom we All were close. She passed several years ago and since then it's been a large void in our family. My Uncle has moved to a Retirement Village where he is very comfortable and safe. My cousin had asked me to be at the Sale for support, to which I had no reserves about attending. We arrived about an hour before the sale and it really took me for a blow seeing all their family belongs scattered through out the lawn in the rear, side and front of the property. The sale started promptly with household items, with the Property Auctioned at 12 noon. There were 48 Couples at the first Open House, that did not include Singles. The second Open House brought 23 Couples and a few Singles. Plus a few private showings. So we knew the Property was going to sell that day and more than a few wanted it. The location of the Property is in my hometown of Lititz, PA (Coolest Small Town In America) and in a very upscale neighborhood. Another plus, a nice corner lot....</b></i><br />
<i><b>The property did in deed sale that day..! The highest bidder was a young female teacher. She has been teaching in the Lancaster area for a few years with a lengthy commute. My cousin was very please to hear this young teacher was the new owner, hence her daughter is about the same age and also a teacher to which my Aunt and Uncle were so proud. </b></i><br />
<i><b>I was able to purchase their coffee table I really really wanted and hubs purchased my uncles 'like new' generator. I also bartered with someone at the sale who purchased a box of many items. He really only wanted one item in the box, leaving some Mason Jars I had my eye on. I was able to get him down to 6.00 for 6 jars. Two of the jars are the collector blue jars, one being worth about 25.00. I'm going to clean them up, fill them with some sort of food and gift them for Christmas. </b></i><br />
<i><b>After the sale, my cousins, hubs and I went to dinner to relax and reminisce our time spent at their parents home. It was a very bittersweet day...! </b></i><br />
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<i><b>This past weekend we attended a surprise Birthday Party. The birthday boy was very surprised...it was great meeting some new folks and bumping into a childhood friend/neighbor I haven't seen in many many years! Such a small world....</b></i><br />
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<i><b>This week we're having a Seafood dinner for a family member who is having a birthday soon and then it's getting ready for the big T-Day...! </b></i><br />
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<i><b>I hope your doing well and have a nice Thanksgiving Day....! </b></i><br />
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I had the pure pleasure of finally meeting my friend, Karen who I have come to know over the years through blogging. Karen's blog is...</div>
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Karen is from Wisconsin and has family in Lancaster County which brings her and her husband to PA several times a year. Karen <b><i>Loves</i></b> my hometown of Lititz! We have tried several times to meet up when she was in the area, but with her busy schedule while she was here and mine the days were always cut too short for a meet up. Finally, we made it happen!</div>
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Karen contacted me when she knew of her most recent plans coming to Lancaster. We immediately agreed to meet for lunch in Lititz at A Tea Affair. We were hoping for another blogger to join us, Teresa from <a href="http://www.bloglovin.com/frame?post=1794613577&group=0&frame_type=b&blog=3487690&link=aHR0cDovL3RlcmVzYXNwcmltdHJlYXN1cmVzLmJsb2dzcG90LmNvbS8yMDEzLzEwL2EtcHJpbWl0aXZlLWNocmlzdG1hcy1ob21lLXNob3dfNDY4MC5odG1s&frame=1&click=0&user=0">Teresas Primitive Treasures</a> . But unfortunately, Teresa was not able to break away...next time!</div>
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My cousin Linda, however was also able to join us for High Tea. This was Linda and Karen's first time at A Tea Affair, so it was very exciting to share their first time experience with them. </div>
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Here are a few photos of our Luncheon....</div>
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We each had our Pot Of Tea...I think between the three of us, we had 6 different Teas. </div>
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Our First Course was a Blueberry Muffin with Strawberry Jam.</div>
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Second Course was a fresh Salad and Soup.</div>
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Our Third and Final Course of Tea Sandwiches and Desserts.</div>
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We had a very enjoyable time as we chatted and ate our scrumptious lunch. </div>
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The day was so nice spending it with Linda and getting to know Karen on a more personal level. We're hoping to meet up again during her next visit. </div>
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<b><i>If you use apples with a shine, the shine must be removed first before coating them with the caramel and or chocolate. This can be done by washing/soaking them in a vinegar bath and rinsing well with cold water. Dry the apples completely, you do not want any moisture or water droplets to get into your caramel or chocolate.</i></b></div>
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<b><i>Time to melt the Caramel. I used Caramel Bits, which are unwrapped. I found mine at Walmart in the candy isle. They were very hard to find, but worth the time it took to find them. I purchased 10 bags for 60 apples and used 9 bags with very little left.</i></b></div>
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<b><i>I took a spoon and scrapped off a good portion of the caramel from the bottom of the apple before placing on the pan. The caramel will still pool a bit at the bottom but not as much if you scrap off the bottoms. </i></b></div>
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<b><i>I used a plastic bottle to apply the chocolate on top of the apples. </i></b></div>
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<b><i>Here is the completed process wrapped and sealed.</i></b></div>
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<b><i>I made labels with a message from the Bride and Groom. I placed the labels on the bags before I placed the apples inside. </i></b></div>
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<b><i>Here is a picture of the Bride's very good friend and Significant. They came early to the reception as we were setting out the Apples and this is what I saw when I turned around...Too funny!</i></b></div>
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<b><i>The Apples were a huge hit...! Guests were eating them at the reception to which I had many raves and compliments...!</i></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;"><b><i>It's official....I catered my first gig of cupcakes and a specially made cake..!</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;"><b><i>My best friend's husband retired as Chief Of Police after 32 years of being on the Force. The Mayor wanted a surprise party given in the Chief's honor. I was asked to bake the cake for display and cupcakes as the dessert for the party. Fortunately, I was asked several months ago, as it gave me plenty of time to prepare and brain storm with Kathy, (BFF) what her wishes were in flavors and design of the cake. </i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;"><b><i>It also gave me a reason to create some Cupcake Stands I had been creating in my brain for quite some time. Hubs started to make stand tops from nice clean wood he has from a lumber yard. But, a few weeks ago as we were driving past a local Custom Kitchen Business we saw two piles of counter top cut-outs with a "FREE" sign on them. Hubs immediately made a U-Turn and went back to check out the Free Stuff! We hit the Mother Load...!! In the pile were two round cut outs from double sinks, several different square pieces in different sizes and one with an edge on the one end which I knew would work great to slightly elevate the Cake I was making for Display.....</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;"><b><i> I was so excited...! Hubs picked out several pieces and loaded them in the car and off we went...I was happy as a Lark!! OMG!</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;"><b><i>The next day I went on line to the Dollar Tree site and found 4'' Candle Sticks. I Ordered a case of 12. My son picked up some Epoxy Glue (best glue...ever!) for me when he went to the Local Hardware Store for work supplies.</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;"><b><i> I explained to Hubs what I had in mind as to what I wanted each stand to look like in height and design and he went to work..... </i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;"><b><i>I picked up some plastic like ribbon at the craft store and decorative pins for around the outside edge. After Hubs had the stands to my liking, I attached the ribbon around the outside of each stand with the pins. I was elated...!! </i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;"><b><i>The next thing was to gather all my ingredients for the baking and get organized as to which batter I was making first and the decorating. I made a Chocolate Cake for Display along with Chocolate and Vanilla Cupcakes. Decorating was the most time consuming. Kathy wanted Peanut Butter Icing on the Cake, hence my chocolate PB cake is the Retiring Chief's Favorite..! So I knew I had to make the PB first or last due to the Nut Allergy of some people. I chose to make the PB last and use the leftovers to decorated some cupcakes. (I honestly do not know who all these people are that have an allergy to PB, the PB cupcakes were the first gone at the party :) )</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;"><b><i>All in all, the baking and decorating went very well since I had to make 80 cupcakes and the cake. </i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;"><b><i>I meet Kathy the day of the party at the place of Venue to set up the desserts and decorate. After the set up, Hubs and I then rushed off to Party # 1...my former SIL's Wedding Reception. Our Son of course was invited to the Parties but his schedule only allowed him to attend the Retirement Party. So he went on a head to be at the party and capture pictures of the man being honored when first arrived. I'm told he was totally surprised....he thought he was attending a Surprise 25th Anniversary Party for me and Hubs. What he didn't know was our anniversary is in October and it will be 26 years.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;"><b><i>When Hubs and I arrived, the place was still very full of people and I was told at one point it was "Packed"...it was great seeing some acquaintances I haven't seen for a while. After the party, we cleaned up our supplies and then headed over to the bar for some more celebrating with a few friends. O and the interesting stories that were told from fellow colleagues, (A Chief Of Police and Officers). </i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;"><b><i>The day/evening was very memorable, sharing the new beginning with a Bride and Groom and helping to celebrate the final chapter with a retiring Chief Of Police.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;"><b><i>Now for the pictures...! First I'll show you the pictures I was able to get at the reception. Please forgive the poor clarity. My Son took my "good" Cannon to the Retirement Party, I was left with my Pocket Digital. </i></b></span><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Feeding of the cake...they were way too nice!!!</td><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><br /></td></tr>
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;"><b><i>The man with the BIG Head was looking at me in every picture I took in that direction, I tried to crop him out but his head is just too darn BIG...ugh</i></b></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;"><b><i> Now for some pictures of the Retirement Party...First a few Pictures of my goodies before I delivered them.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;"><b><i>What a beautiful couple!</i></b></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;"><b><i>Both parties were fun and successful..!</i></b></span></div>
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<i><span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><b>Sigh.....I can not wrap my brain around the fact Summer is coming to a close.... :(</b></span></i></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i><b>I had a very eventful Summer spending time with Friends and Family that I just want this warm weather to go on forever...!</b></i></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i><b>We have some Fun activities and Events scheduled for the Fall. So, We'll try and get the most in before the Winter sets in. </b></i></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i><b>This last official Summer Weekend will be spent attending my Former Sister In Law's Wedding Reception. We have maintained a friendship since her and my brother divorced. I was honored when we received an invitation to her Reception. The rest of the Weekend will be relaxing by the pool and cooking as little as I can get away with :)</b></i></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i><b>Whatever your plans this weekend, </b></i></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i><b>Make the Most of It and Have a fun and safe Holiday Weekend......</b></i></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i><b>Lovs n Hugs,</b></i></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i><b>K </b></i></span></div>
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