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    Recipes to Add to Our Binder


    Last week, there was a sale on local cauliflower at Whole Foods. It was $2.99 per head (not per pound). That meant I had to buy the biggest head of cauliflower available (not very pragmatic, I now realize).

    Once I got home, I learned that we already had a head of cauliflower left over from the pre-holiday. Oy vey!

    Luckily, I am in love with this cauliflower recipe. While I’m adding recipes to our binder, I’m also going to add this recipe for make-your-own-salad dressing. It’s surprisingly easy to whip up a quick vinaigrette, especially if you have an old jam jar lying around to use as … Read More

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    Working Ahead

    I’m desperately trying to get into the habit of working ahead.

    The way I look at it, I pretty much have two choices: do a given task at the last minute and stress myself out, or do the same task ahead of time and be more relaxed.

    The latter is easier said than done for a few reasons:

    1. If you’re currently doing things at the last minute, you don’t have any extra time to get those tasks done and get ahead on the upcoming tasks.
    2. If you’re working ahead, it’s easy to let things (like a lack of motivation or a preference for procrastination) take precedence by telling yourself, “Oh,
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    DIY Purse


    I am happy to report that I followed through with my plans to make a craft date with my friend, Katie, and construct a new bag for myself using this free pattern.

    Well, our date kind of turned into a marathon crafting session. I arrived at 12:30pm and did not leave until almost 9 o’clock. It was worth it, though. I just couldn’t leave there until it was finished!

    Crafting with a friend was a huge treat. I realized that when I work alone, I’m much more likely to get frustrated if something goes wrong. It was so refreshing to be able to ask someone for help in the … Read More