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Wine, Cheese, and Chocolate: What really makes a man?

Specialtslisa@aol.com — Thu, 03 Jul 2008 00:00:00 +0100

Cheese, beautiful cheese, This is the most spectacular, mouth watering dessert my mouth has experienced in a long while. Baked sweet Ricotta pudding with a dark chocolate sauce and baked raspberries. My partner found the recipe in July's gourmet magazine and added his twist. In the Gourmet mag recipe the pudding is served with roasted grapes.

Knowing my love of all things chocolate he created his own topping using shaved dark chocolate and raspberries he baked in butter, sugar and [...]

Baking therapy for the whole gang

Specialtslisa@aol.com — Sun, 29 Jun 2008 00:00:00 +0100

With the fourth of July approaching the planning is underway for a family get together and for me this means great food which equals lots of play time in the kitchen for chefs of all ages.

We have much to celebrate, and some wounds to lick as well. So, I am going to soak up all the baking therapy that I can. Here are a couple of our favorite recipies. These are great for little helpers as well.

Before the baking can begin We will set the mood. I like to make the kitchen as [...]

Wine, Cheese, And Chocolate: One woman's Journey

Specialtslisa@aol.com — Wed, 25 Jun 2008 00:00:00 +0100

This Journey of re-awaking my senses is starting to push the limits of my comfort zone. After all at 39 my tastes aren't going to change, are they?
My trepidation began this morning when I listened to my partners voice mail. You see I like to be in control, and today he gets to chose which direction the journey winds. In a voice that sounded all most gidy he tells me "to get ready for a day of sweet wine and stinky cheese." So, you see this is where my goose bumps get goose b [...]

Warning for summer pinics and BBQ's

Specialtslisa@aol.com — Tue, 24 Jun 2008 00:00:00 +0100

Food-borne illness is no joke. over 5,000 people die each year from food-borne illness. Do not let common myths make you or your family sick.

Three myths that make consumers sick.

"If it tastes o.k., or smells o.k. it is safe to eat"

Fact : If you trust your taste buds to detect unsafe food, you may be in trouble.

The CDC estimated as many as 6.5 million to 33 million illnesses yearly are food related. Taking even a tiny bite to [...]

Baking therapy

Specialtslisa@aol.com — Tue, 24 Jun 2008 00:00:00 +0100

My quilty pleasure........

Ever since I can remember the process of baking cookies made it all better. If I was sad, heart broken or lonely my mom would bring me into the kitchen and we would bake.

We sometimes did not even talk. My mom did things from scratch. I love organizing the bowls, spoons, all the ingredients. Feeling the oven warm.

By the time the mixing started whatever was weighing my heart down do not seem so big.

Our favorite Cookie Rec [...]

Welcome to the Large Family Club

kjsulligraham@yahoo.com — Sun, 15 Jun 2008 00:00:00 +0100

When I was pregnant with our third child, I would constantly run into acquaintances who would say things like, “You’re pregnant again. Are you crazy?” or “Haven’t you guys figured out what causes that yet?” or “Why doesn’t your husband just 'get it taken care of' like all of his friends?” Of course, the real questions behind the questions were, "Who in their right mind would choose to have so many children in this [...]

Spotlight on Auburn Businesses

kjsulligraham@yahoo.com — Wed, 04 Jun 2008 00:00:00 +0100

Spotlight on Auburn Businesses Part I: Carpe Vino is No Compromise

This is the first in a Series of blogs where I will be highlighting new and old businesses unique to Auburn. This is my way of supporting our town's "Think Auburn First" campaign, which I read about in the Sentinel and was reminded of more recently in Gary Moffat's column, "Don't Drive to Roseville; Think Auburn First", a few months ago.

In his article, Gary mentioned several r [...]

May Travels

webwitz@pacbell.net — Thu, 01 May 2008 00:00:00 +0100

Webster's College dictionary's describes travel as: To go from one place to another, as by car, train, plane, or ship; a journey. Currently that journey is going to be expensive with fuel at new all time levels. Pessimist or optimist; is that gas tank half-empty or half full? As I see it, one of two things is going to happen: 1) People are going to stay home; or 2) The travel industry is going to offer enticing discounts to draw customers to their destinations.& [...]

For All Who Love The Game by Harvey Penick

smheartrecco@yahoo.com — Sun, 20 Apr 2008 16:50:37 +0100

Recieved a book about Lessons and Teachings for Women Golfers from AM 950 KAHI MUSIC/GOLF CONNECTIONS Host Loyce Smallwood a few weeks back. Thank you very much Loyce for the book.

The Golf Vixen suggested reading a book a day, so took her advice and plunged in. Started reading it today and found a lot of different aspects in the book that will help enhance my golf game. They say the good players always visualize their shots. This is true. The swing is a feeling. [...]

OLD TOWN CHANGES

loy@foothill.net — Sat, 19 Apr 2008 16:54:50 +0100

Bouncing around Old Town Auburn today was pleased to learn about all the changes taking place starting with the Gold Rush Mall where I learned Mimi of The Silver Store will soon take the best location in the front of the mall; congrats to Mimi who has waited well over a decade for this opp. Mahogany Gail moves to Tea Thyme up Sacramento Street as TT is now out of business. Roseanne has opened a boutique in the back of the mall next to the veteran Sharon Stanley of& [...]

Paradise for Outdoor Adventurers and Nature Lovers

kjsulligraham@yahoo.com — Tue, 15 Apr 2008 12:46:22 +0100

We had a relative visiting from New Hampshire recently, and as good hosts do, we took her all around the area to see the sights. It was during this week-long adventure of daily excursions that I was reminded of what a plethora of wonderful natural sights and adventures Placer County and the surrounding area have to offer. All too often we get tied up in our busy lives and don't take the time to appreciate the beauty in nature all around us. There is truly so much to encounter just minu [...]

Movie Review: The Secret

smheartrecco@yahoo.com — Sun, 13 Apr 2008 07:40:43 +0100

Normally, do not write movie reviews on here, but figured I'd make do. This week a friend loaned me The Secret. Popped into my stormin' green laptop and enjoyed!

The Secret gave me The Power to Believe in myself again and it was enpowering too. It was one of those movies that brought a positive life changing experiences which are happening at this very moment.

Got a new job on Friday. Start this Monday and the work fits me perfectly. It also incorporates a lot of my [...]

Priceless in Auburn

smheartrecco@yahoo.com — Thu, 03 Apr 2008 20:46:35 +0100

Host Loyce Smallwood of AM 950 KAHI CONNECTIONS with John and Dee Price of The Rhythm Riders.

Were you hoping to catch Jonny Cash, June Carter and Pasty Cline in [...]

THE GOLF CONNECTION

smheartrecco@yahoo.com — Tue, 01 Apr 2008 19:32:48 +0100

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Round Table After AM 950 KAHI CONNECTIONS Program...

smheartrecco@yahoo.com — Mon, 31 Mar 2008 06:10:16 +0100

Local Golf Vixen Cirbie Sheppard with AM 950 Host Loyce Smallwood. Photo Courtesy of Spencer Stra [...]

MANDELA

loy@foothill.net — Sun, 23 Mar 2008 19:25:56 +0100

Very much enjoyed watching the movie Mandela and de Klerk, the story of Nelson Mandela played by the wonderful Sidney Poitier and Michael Caine as F.W. de Klerk. Of course the acting is excellent and the story is riveting and what a relief: No profanity or nudity. Unfortunately, because of the nature of apartheid/segregation, violence was depicted in a graphic manner--all offset by the stimulating conversations of Mandela and de Klerk in their attempts to end the violence [...]

YUMMACIOUS AT GIOVANNI'S

loy@foothill.net — Sat, 22 Mar 2008 19:35:01 +0100

Enjoyed an absolutely incredible meal at Giovanni's in Colfax where I dined in splendid excess with Hubby Jack--recuperating from knee surgery--and celebrated Stuart's Shurr's birthday with Wife Christina. I enjoyed every stitch of my dining experience from the tangy Bloody Mary to my tasty salad to my linguini with blackened prawns. And let me mention the crusty bread dipped in vinegar/oil. Living in Auburn for 20 years this October, I confess that it was Stu [...]

Many Opportunities in Auburn

smheartrecco@yahoo.com — Thu, 20 Mar 2008 19:50:14 +0100

The AM 950 KAHI Connections Program was incredible. Sid Dakota is an amazing folk/country music artist that plays locally. On the Golf Connection, Loyce had on Golfer George Kazeszki and Golfer/Publisher of the Foresthill Messenger Jim Lindsau. Over at Courthouse Coffee for the Round Table Discussion featured: George Kazeszki, Barry Stigers of Barry in The Morning on AM 950 KAHI, Diana Farr Sales Manager of The Ridge Golf Course, Loyce host of AM 95 [...]

DAKOTA SID GUESTS ON KAHI

loy@foothill.net — Wed, 19 Mar 2008 17:59:27 +0100

Looking forward to Dakota Sid guesting tomorrow, Thursday, on KAHI CONNECTIONS. Sid "grabs the audience in the gut" says Bill Varbie of the Medford Mail Tribune so we shall see. At 9:30am Jim Linsdau, Publisher of the Foresthill Messenger and fellow golfer George Kazezski guest on THE GOLF CONNECTION; and at 10am I head over to Courthouse Coffee to enjoy the post-program connections where Barry Stigers, Liz Pope and Dina Farr usually drop in. Should the weather cle [...]

CRANKING UP THE MIRTH METER

loy@foothill.net — Thu, 13 Mar 2008 19:08:51 +0100

So enjoyed the experience today: Hosted Zoo-Keeper/musician Gary Bowman at KAHI where we cranked up the mirth meter by playing Bowman's new CD with animal sounds/theme. Bowman also shared his interesting background and talked about meeting Jane Goodall. On the golf program I chatted with Shawn Kelly, pro/instruction at The Ridge, about the short game and Kelly gave his opinions on golf etiquette. After the programs, we all headed over to Courthouse Coffee and joined T [...]