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The Cinnamon Bear: Chapter 8

Kelly Ling — Fri, 26 Nov 2010 19:15:40 +0000

It’s another adventure with The Cinnamon Bear! Last time, Judy and Jimmy met Presto, the Magician who pulled Penelope, the Pelican from his hat, but she had dropped the Silver Star on the Island of Obi. Today: Chapter 8: Candy Pirates In this chapter, Crazy Quilt flees again and the rest of our friends are [...]

Christmas Recipes: Old-Fashioned Eggnog

Kelly Ling — Fri, 26 Nov 2010 19:15:39 +0000

When was the last time you had REAL eggnog? Not the kind you buy in the jug at the store. Enjoy this recipe just once and you’ll never go back! 6 eggs 1 cup sugar 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 quart light cream 1 cup golden rum nutmeg Directions Beat eggs until light and foamy. Add [...]

The Cinnamon Bear: Chapter 9

Kelly Ling — Fri, 26 Nov 2010 19:15:39 +0000

It’s another adventure with The Cinnamon Bear! Last time, Judy and Jimmy were captured by Captain Taffy and his Pirates. The pirates took the kids to the Magic Island and loaned them a rowboat. Today: Chapter 9: Roly-Poly Policeman In this chapter, The pirates give the children a small boat to row to shore and [...]

Christmas: 1st Corinthians 13 Style

Kelly Ling — Fri, 26 Nov 2010 19:15:38 +0000

If I decorate my house perfectly with plaid bows, strands of twinkling lights and shiny balls, but do not show love to my family, I’m just another decorator. If I slave away in the kitchen, baking dozens of Christmas cookies, preparing gourmet meals and arranging a beautifully adorned table at mealtime, but do not show [...]

Gifts in a Jar: Making Them Special

Kelly Ling — Fri, 26 Nov 2010 19:15:38 +0000

So, you’ve decided to give a special friend a “gift in a jar”. Maybe you’ve chosen the recipe on this site – Minty Hot Chocolate Mix? Or maybe some other gift of coffee or cocoa. If so, how can you dress up your gift and make it a little more special? Here are some ideas. [...]