Monthly Archives: August 2011

Be Nice, Irene!

Posted on August 28, 2011 by

For a variety of reasons, we made the difficult decision to remain in the city for the duration of the hurricane, though we continue to monitor its progress from here. Irene has been officially downgraded to a Tropical storm, yet … Continue reading →

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Batten Down the Hatches, My Pretties!

Posted on August 25, 2011 by

A hurricane’s a comin’! A hurricane’s a comin’! And on the heels of the biggest earthquake to have rocked New York since 1884, no less. Truly, such a confluence of natural disasters might (I said might) make certain people draw some … Continue reading →

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Farm Standin’: A Healthy August Sport

Posted on August 23, 2011 by

In times of stress, I try to return to simple happiness. Simple beauty. Simple pastimes. Simple chores. Simple food. It never seems to fail me, and it is calming and nourishing in the most delightful way. As August ripens toward … Continue reading →

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There and Back Again: A Magical Adventure

Posted on August 18, 2011 by

Once upon a time there was a woman who lived in a quiet rural village, where no one believed in magic. She tried to make due by making up stories and talking to the animals. But such amusements only last … Continue reading →

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“I Hate Zucchini” Salad Recipe

Posted on August 16, 2011 by

So I’m standing at a farm table, reach over and pick up the biggest zucchini I’ve ever seen. I don’t stop there. I move to the yellow squash section and throw a few into my basket for good measure. When … Continue reading →

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Recipe for a Fabulous Weekend

Posted on August 12, 2011 by

• 2 glasses of chilled Lillet If you are not familiar, this is my new passion. A brand of French aperitif wine, Lillet blanc is a blend of Sauvignon Blanc, Semillion, and Muscadelle and macerated citrus liqueurs, including sweet oranges … Continue reading →

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Ode to Soft Days and E.E. Cummings

Posted on August 10, 2011 by

This past Saturday was what the Irish affectionately call a “soft day,” one in which the rain arrives early in the form of a gentle mist, and remains longer than expected, soaking the landscape. On days like this, it’s easy … Continue reading →

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GARDEN TO TABLE: Pappardelle with Melted Tomatoes & Fresh Herbs

Posted on August 8, 2011 by

A lazy, warm summer evening at Smallpeace. Just like so many evenings before. Having spent most of the day lolling about, wandering from couch to bed to porch to couch again, it was nearly dinnertime and not a thought had … Continue reading →

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TGIF!

Posted on August 5, 2011 by

Last one in the lake is a fried green tomato! Betcha can’t guess what I’m gonna cook this weekend. Check out the recipe that inspired me on Cook, Eat, Live Vegetarian, then meet us at Smallpeace. Have a beautiful weekend … Continue reading →

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Going With the Flow

Posted on August 3, 2011 by

There’s always time for a little self-reflection. Maybe a quiet walk alone in the early morning before everyone else in the house wakes up? Some private time plucked like a stolen apple from an over-extended schedule? I think the key … Continue reading →

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