Chocolate, Melting Hearts for Generations
A stroll through the seasonal aisle of any supermarket this time of year provides evidence of the enduring relationship between
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Author: Christy Rost
Slow Down, Relax, Start Fresh
After the glitz and rush of the holidays, I welcome the simple, quiet pace of January. New Year’s resolutions aside,
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Symbol of The Season: Hearts
As Christmas draws near, precious memories come flooding back: Randy’s and my first Christmas in Houston the year we married;
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Feel Grateful This Thanksgiving
My husband Randy and I love the time we spend in our Colorado mountain home, but as Thanksgiving draws near,
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Keep Halloween Fun
I always feel like a kid as Halloween draws near, and I’m not alone, as evidenced by the faces of
Read moreMake School-Night Meals Special
Football games, ballet classes, soccer and track practices, parent-teacher nights. Back-to-school schedules are demanding not only for children, but for
Read moreChill Out and Hit the Refresh Button
As summer moves into its unofficial final month, the thrill of carefree days and a less structured schedule can start
Read moreIsland Magic – Caribbean Inspiration
Each time I travel, I return home inspired by the people, food, drink, sights, sounds, and history of the region
Read moreFire Up The Grill All Summer Long
Summer is here, and there’s no better way to celebrate all season long than by firing up the grill. For
Read moreTrending in the Kitchen
I’m detouring from my usual cooking column and recipe this month to focus on what’s new for homes and kitchens.
Read moreDessert: The Final Flourish
The dessert course goes by many names – a pudding, the grande finale, la piece de resistance – but no
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