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A Chip Off The Old Block!

As the daughter of an engineer, I learned early on that there was always a better way to do things. Take for example the handles on pots and pans. Always turned in on the stove top and never out. bumping … Continue reading

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The Blue Room

Blue, from Italy and now downsized with the blue sofa gone. Hutch and ornate blue chairs remain. After many moons, we visited our former babysitter. We referred to her as Zia. Her child care was impeccable. More like being part … Continue reading

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