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Auntie Tali by Helene Munson. A moving story about a deal too good to be true in Hitler's Germany. Beautifully written.

Auntie Tali by Helene Munson. A moving story about a deal too good to be true in Hitler's Germany. Beautifully written.

Appearances. Part One. A short story by Beth Kalet. “Joey Mayfield was the luckiest kid on earth.” Sometimes the perception you hold is far from reality.

Appearances. Part One. A short story by Beth Kalet. “Joey Mayfield was the luckiest kid on earth.” Sometimes the perception you hold is far from reality.

Home Style Deliciousness! Ina Garten’s famous meat loaf recipe takes the everyday to the sublime. Get ready for something that is “SO GOOD!”

Home Style Deliciousness! Ina Garten’s famous meat loaf recipe takes the everyday to the sublime. Get ready for something that is “SO GOOD!”

HURRICANE MELISSA. PRAY. Quote from Jamaica Prime Minister Andrew Holness, as Hurricane Melissa bears down on Jamaica.

HURRICANE MELISSA. PRAY. Quote from Jamaica Prime Minister Andrew Holness, as Hurricane Melissa bears down on Jamaica.

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Life Short. The Insight.
Life Short. The Insight.

Change.

An aversion to change has potential to result in missed opportunities. A Life Short and lesson by Lynda Bernard.

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Mahjong.
Mahjong.

Mahjong. The Resurgence.

Capturing Hearts Near and Far! Remember that scene in Crazy Rich Asians? It was so meaningful, so poignant. Mahjong is not just for grandmas. By Angela Rieck.

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A “Pop Personality Test”
A “Pop Personality Test”

Take at Your Own Peril.

Lessons in Marriage. A discussion of, “Is My Husband a Doormat? How a personality test changed our marriage.” Good stuff! By Sandra Novick.

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North Fork - Brooklyn - Sag Harbor

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North Fork

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Sag Harbor

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Stories.

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Stories
Appearances. Part One.
Appearances. Part One.

Appearances. Part One.

A short story by Beth Kalet. “Joey Mayfield was the luckiest kid on earth.” Sometimes the perception you hold is quite far from reality.

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AUNTIE TALI
AUNTIE TALI

A Deal Too Good to be True.

"Auntie Tali." A moving story about a deal too good to be true in Hitler's Germany. Regarding her nephew’s choice for his wife, “Auntie Tali never forgave him.” By Helene Munson.

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My Whole World. Episode 10.
My Whole World. Episode 10.

Episode 10. Moving Forward.

“Sometimes to move forward we have to rip a little part of ourselves out, to make room for some new parts to fit into our lives. Life is change, not always what we want, but change nonetheless.” Historical fiction by Mary Ann DiLorenzo.

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Ina Garten’s Famous Meat Loaf
Ina Garten’s Famous Meat Loaf

Home Style Deliciousness!

Ina Garten’s famous meat loaf recipe takes the everyday to the sublime. Get ready for something that is “SO GOOD!”

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Chocolate Applesauce Loaf Cake
Chocolate Applesauce Loaf Cake

A Childhood Favorite

Moist, chocolatey, and delicious, with no eggs or dairy! Dress it up, or serve simple and easy. Recipe from Sandra Novick.

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Hummingbird Recipe. Curried Cauliflower Soup
Hummingbird Recipe. Curried Cauliflower Soup

A Delicious Curried Cauliflower Soup!

"The hint of sweetness from the coconut milk, the curry, and the earthiness of the veggies made this soup recipe a winner." Recipe by Jay Miller.

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Hummingbird Recipe. Ina Garten’s Perfect Roast Chicken
Hummingbird Recipe. Ina Garten’s Perfect Roast Chicken

From America’s favorite and most gracious chef/host.

Ina Garten’s Perfect Roast Chicken.

As the weather begins to change, and we are ready to turn our ovens on for Sunday Dinner, here is Ina Garten’s recipe for the Perfect Roast Chicken, because, well, it is… perfect!

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Hummingbird Weekly Quote 2024 Edition

Hummingbird Weekly Quote 2024 Edition

The Midnight Feast. A mystery/thriller by Lucy Foley. "Opening Night" of a sumptuous resort. Review by Carol Lichtenbaum.

The Midnight Feast. A mystery/thriller by Lucy Foley. "Opening Night" of a sumptuous resort. Review by Carol Lichtenbaum.

Featured Poem: Symptom Recital by Dorothy Parker. Curated by Lynda Bernard

Featured Poem: Symptom Recital by Dorothy Parker. Curated by Lynda Bernard

Travel Series: Dublin at a Glance. Travel Guide: Sarah Ehrenson

Travel Series: Dublin at a Glance. Travel Guide: Sarah Ehrenson

Afternoon Reflection. Post 22. A Series by Barry Novick

Afternoon Reflection. Post 22. A Series by Barry Novick