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2011 

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The Last Dahlias of the Season Dahlias have added to the colors of autumn in Kentlands and it is sad that the beautiful blooms in our home garden are now gone for the season.  We turn to our photographs for fond memories of the images that gave us much pleasure. Now, we seek the new colors of the...
11/30/2011

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The Caregiver's Prison As the baby boomers age, more of them are providing care for their elderly loved ones. In some instances, the care is obvious, for example, assisting with daily activities such as bathing and dressing. In other instances, the care is slightly less formal and involves things...
11/30/2011

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What would we do if we had no arms?Battle Creek real estate professional Michael Delaware was visiting Miami and found inspiration and reasons for much gratitude when he saw an armless artist on the sidewalk.Enjoy the holiday season!Dahlia in our home garden in Kentlands. Photograph by Roy Kelley...
11/29/2011

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Pumpkin Gingerbread RecipeGraham, Washington real estate professional Christa Hobart usually talks about real estate opportunities.  In this post, she share a favorite recipe.  Give it a try and let us know if you like it.Enjoy the holiday season!Dahlia in our home garden in Kentlands. Photograph...
11/29/2011

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Special Financing for First Time Home Buyers in Montgomery County, Maryland The Montgomery County Housing Opportunities Commission (HOC) has extended the current low mortgage interest rates for first time home buyers until January 31, 2012. Two 30 year fixed interest rate options, with zero point...
11/29/2011

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Lifeguard Training Phone 301-258-6445 Fax 301-258-6449 Email aquatics@gaithersburgmd.gov   Registration now being accepted. Lifeguard Class Schedule and Registration Form pdf fileNOTE: This form is provided in PDF format and can be viewed with the Adobe Acrobat Reader. This format will enable yo...
11/28/2011

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Gaithersburg Ski Club Open to Middle, High School Students  Middle and high school students in Gaithersburg are invited to join the Gaithersburg Ski Club.  Purchase a Night Club Card, and take advantage of great skiing opportunities at Ski Liberty and Ski Whitetail every Saturday in January and F...
11/28/2011

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Delicious Simple Plum Crumble Recipe 8-10 ripe plums 4-5 Tbsp. sugar Chilled cream, to serve   For the crumble topping: ½ stick plus 1 Tbsp. unsalted butter, chilled and cubed 1 1/3 cups all-purpose flour           A pinch of salt ¼ cup sugar A medium ovenproof dish, buttered Preheat the oven to ...
11/27/2011

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Quick Baked Apples Recipe Suggested by Dolores Kelley Core apples.  Fuji , Braburn, Honey Crisp, or Johnagold are good to use. Try with your favorite apples. Place in baking bowls.  Put some butter and brown sugar where the core was and  sprinkle with Cinnamon. Add dried cranberries or raisins ar...
11/26/2011

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Maryland Cranberry Pie Recipe  Tested by Dolores Kelley Ingredients: 1 cup all-purpose flour 1 cup sugar ¼ tsp. salt 2 cups Cranberries ½ cup chopped walnuts ½ cup butter, melted 2 eggs 1 tsp. almond extract Note:  This pie has no crust. Directions:  1.    Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Grease one ...
11/25/2011
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