Monthly Archives: October 2018

Swans

Posted on October 30, 2018 by Mary Jane

bonded life partners symbols of grace and beauty gliding on the marsh

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Cranberries

Posted on October 18, 2018 by Mary Jane

almost harvest time flooding of bogs in progress floating fruit to follow

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Rituals

Posted on October 15, 2018 by Mary Jane

  And the rituals of Fall begin in earnest once the thermostat calls for heat. Air conditioner vents closed, as the furnace assumes its place of dominance for the long months ahead. Mums and pumpkins guard the door. Squash and … Continue reading →

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Bringing Sally Lunns Home

Posted on October 7, 2018 by Mary Jane

  One of my favorite meals in Bath was at Sally Lunn’s, the home of the famous Sally Lunn Bun. This iconic brioche-like creation can be used as a base for butter and jam, (or even better, clotted cream) paired … Continue reading →

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Great Britain

Posted on October 3, 2018 by Mary Jane

There were abbeys and castles, cream teas and Scottish pasties, daunting “full English” breakfasts. The history and grandeur of the Roman Baths, and the serenades of street musicians at every turn in lovely Bath Spa. The long climb to the … Continue reading →

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