Posted in Chicagoland, family, soups on Nov 6th, 2009
Why does this post merit repeat viewing? First, we’re now fully immersed in fall, and all the red and gold and chilly, early nights send me straight to the soup pot. Next, it’s almost a year since my dad passed away. When a blog-world acquaintance’s father recently died, the generously shared details of her loss [...]
The blogger’s lament: O technology, why must you taunt me? The blog bugs, they still plague us here at Simmer, determined to keep me from bringing you new nonsense. On the plus side, it’s inspiring a rerun you’ll love, Zucchini-Ginger Bread. As baked goods go it’s simple, addictive and, if your counter currently sports heaps [...]
Posted in cake and cupcakes, marriage on Mar 23rd, 2009
Well! A big hello to my mom, my dog, and the two determined readers still listening. If you’re among the faithful few, well bless you, you may be pleased to hear that this is…no kidding now…the last Back Pages. Ever. With cheese danish as my witness, I’ll never do reruns again. We’re back from a [...]
Posted in Uncategorized on Mar 16th, 2009
Hello, readers! Now in Chicago visiting Mom, kind of a special-projects spring break, and, as promised, we’re nearing the end of reruns. Though I haven’t quite reached my project’s writing goals, I miss the Simmering community and have come to believe that one will in fact feed the other, and together they can grow rosy [...]
Posted in scones & muffins on Mar 14th, 2009
Hello, readers! Still on the special-projects work break, which, between you and me and the blogosphere, is starting to get a bit muddled. Perhaps I’m lacking inspiration, or maybe I’m just missing the sound of your friendly ears. Anyway – just a few more repeats and I’ll back simmering, more stewing than ever. As always, [...]
