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Get It Done: A Holiday Organization Manifesto

Posted on November 27, 2012 by redroundorgreen

Some people reading this – like my sister, D. – will read that title with a snort and a knowing smirk.  They will say that I am exactly the WRONG person to write a blog post about organizing anything, especially … Continue reading →

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Happy Valentine’s Day!

Posted on February 13, 2012 by redroundorgreen

OK, so maybe it’s a bit early, but I’m feeling lovey.  Two-toned Valentine’s Cookies 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened 1 cup granulated sugar 1 egg 2 tsp. vanilla extract 1 2/3 cups all-purpose flour 1/2 tsp. salt 1 … Continue reading →

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Happy Spring

Posted on April 23, 2011 by redroundorgreen
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The Sunday Kitchen: Old Favorites, New Spins

Posted on March 28, 2011 by redroundorgreen

Weekends go by so quickly when you work full-time; it seems as if every Saturday and Sunday, combined, are the length of a morning in the working world.  There are so many things to do — errands to accomplish, chores … Continue reading →

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Holiday Survival: Running the Junk Gauntlet

Posted on December 28, 2010 by redroundorgreen

It’s over. I’m sad, I’m relieved, I’m thrilled that Christmas went as well as it did and that we had such a wonderful family holiday.  And it’s over.  Phew. Oh, don’t get me wrong — I’m no Grinch.  I LOVE … Continue reading →

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Thanks to the Therapists

Posted on December 21, 2010 by redroundorgreen

Thanks to the therapists who’ve made such a remarkable difference in L.’s life this fall. Not that they’ll read this — neither of them knows about this blog, since the time we spend together is spent talking about L. — … Continue reading →

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The Weekend’s Top Ten

Posted on December 13, 2010 by redroundorgreen

It was a nutty, crazy, zooey, and in all other ways chaotic weekend in our house, mainly due to the fact that my Saturday was swallowed up by rehearsals and performances.  (And, I must admit, a late-night outing with some … Continue reading →

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Got a Second? Make Extras

Posted on December 7, 2010 by redroundorgreen

OK, I hate being one of those smarty-pants smug people who has the “simple” solution to holiday stress.  Really, I have no better handle on how to make the holidays run more smoothly than any of the rest of you, … Continue reading →

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The Wisdom of a Fat Lady

Posted on December 6, 2010 by redroundorgreen

“Always give your children the bowl to lick.  It will encourage them to cook in later life.” –Clarissa Dickson-Wright, Two Fat Ladies I admit it.  I LOVE the Two Fat Ladies.  When the Cooking Channel was launched, one of the … Continue reading →

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Onward Ho Ho Ho!

Posted on November 29, 2010 by redroundorgreen

Another Thanksgiving is safely behind us, which means that it’s time to forge onward, without a pause for reflection or catching of breath, towards the next big thing.  I’ve realized, since having kids, that the month between Thanksgiving and Christmas … Continue reading →

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