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Today is Day 69 of the stay-at-home order in New Jersey. In all that time, I've gone to the grocery store exactly ONE time. That's right. One. Oh, I've gone to the pharmacy to pick up prescriptions and to restaurants to pick up foods, but that's pretty much it. I've been spending ALL my time in my backyard, instead. Luckily, there are ALWAYS things to do there. Lately, I've been putting my effort to revive the vegetable garden. I hope it'll pay off. Last year most of the crops didn't even make ... continue reading...

Memorial Day will be here on Monday. How is everyone going to celebrate? I understand it’s hard to get excited about anything while being stuck at home. But think of the first fresh corns of the year. Or the first watermelon. Or the first water ice. Or the first barbecue. See, there are reasons to be excited. And most beaches are open, I think. Going to the beach sounds like a great idea, doesn't it? Maybe I'll go very early and find a secluded place. If not, a backyard barbecue still sounds ... continue reading...

My sourdough is back. Not being able to find yeast forces me to revive my sourdough starter. It was sluggish at first. Then I read about pineapple juice. That’s the secret! Adding just a couple of tablespoons was enough to activate the dormant natural yeast in the starter. Now I’m actually glad I couldn’t find yeast. This sourdough boule (the second one I made this week) is absolutely delicious! Sliced, toasted, smeared with a little butter, it makes a great breakfast. Or lunch. The ... continue reading...

Hey, guys! Did everyone have a happy Cinco? I had a low-key celebration with just the husband and the kids. We're ALL still supposed to be social distancing, after all. Though I've seen people not following the rules. Those people include my neighbors, by the way. I like most of my neighbors and one of them is as close to me as a sister. I love her and all, but she totally frustrates me by refusing to wear a mask! She asked me to go for a walk and I was like... uhmmm... not if you don't wear a ... continue reading...

Is it really May 1st today?! How long have we been under stay at home order?! I have completely lost track of the days... and weeks... and soon, time altogether. Is that good or bad?! I can't decide. Apparently, I've also lost my senses. I am, however, aware that Cinco de Mayo is fast approaching. Something has got to be done. It may be a minor holiday in its native Mexico, but stateside it's a big opportunity to celebrate, albeit in a culturally superficial way, i.e., people seem to equate it ... continue reading...