Merry & Happy Everything!
Buoyant * Cheerful * Thriving
Exploration of Enjoyment…
(Thank you for your patience – working on blog wonders)
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John & Kira’s
1999 John and Kira met at one of Kira’s rooftop parties. John was impressed with Kira’s food presentation and Kira was impressed John was working at her favorite socially responsible restaurant in Philadelphia – The White Dog Cafe. The love of food and community brought them together in 2000 to launch their company of chocolate…
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Books – Psychology?
Looking for a Therapist… Needing to talk to someone possibly looking for a therapist perhaps these two books might offer some insight. First book is non-fiction and the author writes from her perspective as a therapist and also as a patient who is seeing a therapist. The second book is fiction about a murder and…
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Such a “Distance”
Kay-Ta Matsuno a guitar player from Osaka, Japan has worked/toured with US artists and top Japanese artists like Chikuzen Sato, Junko Yagami, and drummer Senei Kanaguchi.
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Books – Beach Reads
Three books to read about the ocean. How indigo was grown, made, and traded; an octopus in an aquarium; and a historical fiction of an English female fossil hunter.
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“Unstoppable”
Guitarist & producer Adam Hawley’s new single “Unstoppable” from the album Unstoppable. Adam Hawley was handpicked by Maurice White founder of Earth, Wind, & Fire. This is Adam Hawley’s 6th studio album and he holds a doctorate in Musical Arts from University of Southern California – Los Angeles. Smooth Jazz Life, January 31, 2014
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Warmer Weather – Swordfish & Cucumber-Corn Salad
Lemon Garlic Swordfish Author – Amy Dong Lemon Garlic Mixture Fish Instructions Cucumber-Corn Salad https://www.bhg.com/recipe/cucumber-corn-salad/?utm_source=emailshare&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=mobilesharebutton2 Makes 10 Servings Ingredients Directions In a large bowl whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, and 1/2t each of salt and black pepper. Stir in herbs, cucumbers, and corn. Cover and chill at least 1 hour. Season with salt and…
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Engaging Eats…
Charred Asian vegetables, pancit noodles, rice, and pickled papaya “atchara“ Highlight Fermented Foods – Atchara or atsara is a type of fermented papaya that is prominent in Philippine cuisine. Dr. Mark Hyman, an author, family physician and director of the UltraWellness Center in Lenox, Massachusetts. states – Kimchi, kombucha, tempeh, miso, sauerkraut and other fermented foods are good sources of…
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“Fly”
“Fly” a single from saxophonist Mindi Abair whose music ranges from jazz to blues. She has played with Gregg Allman, Aerosmith, Smokey Robinson to name a few of her collaborations. Mindi is a two time Grammy nominee – 2014 for Summer Horns with Dave Koz, Richard Elliot, and Gerald Albright. Then in 2015 received another…
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Mother’s Day!
NOTE: Mother’s Day in the Middle East is celebrated March 21st. This Mother’s Day tradition began in Eygpt where mothers are recognized on the day of the spring equinox acknowledging the nurturing characteristic of mothers. Whether in the Middle East celebrating on March 21st or participating in festiviities May 12th, Mother’s Day is a day…