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Wine Tasting in Temecula Valley, CA

Temecula Valley, CA Vineyard

I can think of few adult-centered social activities that are more fun, interesting and allows oneself to learn something new all in the process of sampling alcohol. Over the years I have been to a few wineries in Pennsylvania, Georgia and even Lebanon. It was not until recently was I afforded the opportunity to visit …

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Cinco de Mayo

Cinco de Mayo

Today is Cinco de Mayo, where everyone in the US celebrates the day by pretending to be Mexican and drinking. It is a bit like St. Patrick’s day, but with Sombreros instead of Shamrocks and Tequila instead of Guinness. Often mistaken, Cinco de Mayo is not Mexico’s Independence Day (Sept 16), but it is a …

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Man Versus Bird: Growing Tomatoes In Houston

Tomatoe Pecked by a Bird

My backyard is in an older suburb of Katy, TX with mature trees and must be paradise for birds. I hear and see birds every day, all year long. There are Blue Jays, Cardinals, Finches, migratory Hummingbirds Chickadees (my personal favorite), Doves, Mockingbirds, Woodpeckers and an occasional Hawk to name a few. I enjoy watching …

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Memories of France – Trader Joe’s Frozen Mini Croissants

Baked Frozen Croissants from Trader Joe's

I love France.  If I had to chose something that transports me back to our travels in France, I would choose either good french wine or croissants. In 2002, we took our first trip to France.  We stayed at Chateau Ouvrard in the Aquitane region and the rental agent introduced us to two people.  The local vintner & …

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Tastykake Fruit Pies now Available at Randall’s on Mason Road

Tastykake Fruit Pies at Randall's on Mason Road

Walked into Randall’s grocery store on Mason Road this afternoon and saw a display case topped with Tastykake Fruit Pies. I did not have the time to see if there were any other displays of Tastykake products in the store. This is the first sign that Tastykake Fruit Pies are now in Katy / Houston, …

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