In May, I attended a Booktopia event at our local Northshire Bookstore, featuring eight talented authors who graciously talked about sources of inspiration and read excerpts from their new books. The event left me spellbound by all the authors, the readers who attended, and the range of stories. Needless to say, I stocked up on my summer […]
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Heirloom Apples
Every fall, heirloom apples drop to the ground from a tree that was planted in my backyard 100 years ago. Each spring it blooms magnificently, followed by tart green apples that make a hearty applesauce, simmered with a bit of cinnamon. It’s not a named variety, and I’ve noticed other similar heirloom apple trees in the neighborhood, most likely […]