I know…Thanksgiving is in a few days, but Christmas is one month away. That’s where these books come in. Each is a beautiful hard bound book with slip jacket that would make a wonderful gift for a reader in your life. In addition, if you’re struggling to get into the holiday spirit, these books will jump-start that for you. So grab …
A Holiday Called Holiday, by Terri Blackstock
It’s Christmas Eve 2009, and as I work in the kitchen, I’ve had the TV on. I can’t help being amused and a little irritated at the efforts by the media to keep from saying the word “Christmas.” A few days ago I heard a morning talk show host talking about “the spirit of the Holiday,” and I thought, what …
Virtual Christmas Cookie Exchange
Virtual Christmas Cookie Exchange A couple people have asked for it, so here it is…One of my favorite cookie recipes: Hazelnut Crinkles (makes about 4 dozen) 3/4 c. sugar3/4 c. hazelnut spread (Nutella)1/2 c. butter or margarine (softened)1/2 t. vanilla1 egg1 34 c. flour1 t. baking soda1/4 t. salt3 T. course white sugar crystals or regular sugar 1. heat oven …