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2018 

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Book Recommendation: Between Shades of Gray by Ruta Sepetys Between Shades of Gray (2011) was the first book of historical fiction by The New York Times bestselling American author Ruta Sepetys. Previously, I posted a blog about her most recent book, Salt to the Sea (2016). I recommend this fast ...
03/06/2018

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Going through a divorce is very stressful, and when going through a divorce clear thinking is often challenging.  This is why those going through a divorce need to be represented by a team of professionals they can trust to give them sound and accurate advice to Avoid Creating Problems During Th...
03/06/2018

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Gaithersburg Book Festival, Sat., May 19, 2018 The 9th annual Gaithersburg Book Festival will take place on Saturday, May 19, 2018 on the Gaithersburg City Hall grounds from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Click on the link to reach the website for all of the details.Free Admission and Free Parking Passion Flo...
03/05/2018

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Book Recommendation: The Last 100 Days, FDR at War and at Peace The Last 100 Days, FDR at War and at Peace (2017) provides the story of the final one hundred days of the life and the presidency of Franklin D. Roosevelt by Roosevelt Institute Senior Fellow and Hyde Park Resident Historian David B....
03/05/2018

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Daniel Jonathan Stowe Conservatory, the official name of the popular Charlotte Metro area attraction, Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden, was the dream of a local retired Belmont textile executive. Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden - A Year-Round Charlotte Area Gem   Daniel Jonathan Stowe Conservatory, th...
03/05/2018

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Oyster Stew RecipePrep Time: 5 minutesCook Time: 20 minutesServes: 6Ingredients: 4 ½ pints of shucked oysters 1 qt. milk 1 cup cream 2 tbsp. butter 1 ½ tsp. salt ½ tsp. pepper 8 saltines, crumbled 1 cup steamed, chopped celery 1 little whole mace (optional) Directions: Heat milk, cream, butter, s...
03/04/2018

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Schedule Your ActiveRain Reblogs in Advance Posting a daily reblog is an easy way to pay it forward. You will also receive 25 points and the other member will receive 25 points. These points are for a 1 per day frequency. You will also receive points for the comments on the reblog.I find it conve...
03/04/2018

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  Prep Time: 15 mins Total Time: 40 mins Cook Time: 25 mins Serves: 8-10   Ingredients: Cooking spray, for pan 8 eggs 1/4 c. milk 8 slices bacon kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper 2 tbsp. finely chopped chived 10 mini bagels, halved 4 tbsp. cream cheese, softened 1 1/2 c. shredded Cheddar c...
03/04/2018

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Happy Hour Beer Selection: Samuel Adams Cold Snap My happy hour beer selection was Samuel Adams Cold Snap, a seasonal white ale. I really liked it and you may also wish to give it a try. Click on the link to learn more. Drink responsibly. 5.3% Alc. by Vol. "The crisp character of this lively unfi...
03/03/2018

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Dinner at Buca di Beppo Italian Restaurant in Kentlands We received a $20 coupon from Buca di Beppo Italian Restaurant and went to their Kentlands location for dinner. We shared the Chicken Marsala. They serve family style and a small dinner is large enough to serve two people. Our wine selection...
03/03/2018
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