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Jeffrey L. Reiner. In Memory.

Our kind, smart, generous, and extremely
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Lydia's Buttermilk Pancakes. The lightest, most delicious pancakes you will ever eat! Recipe by Lydia Novick.

Lydia's Buttermilk Pancakes. The lightest, most delicious pancakes you will ever eat! Recipe by Lydia Novick.

A new word!! Do you know that feeling of being overwhelmed by adorableness? There’s a new word for that!! By Sandra Novick.

A new word!! Do you know that feeling of being overwhelmed by adorableness? There’s a new word for that!! By Sandra Novick.

Hummingbird Weekly Quote. It's time to feel good! A quote from George Avakian regarding the extraordinary talent of Johnny Mathis.

Hummingbird Weekly Quote. It's time to feel good! A quote from George Avakian regarding the extraordinary talent of Johnny Mathis.

"In the Bleak Midwinter" by Julia Spencer-Fleming. An Episcopal Priest, a Town Police Chief, a body, some serious “sparks,” and more. Review by Carol Lichtenbaum.

"In the Bleak Midwinter" by Julia Spencer-Fleming. An Episcopal Priest, a Town Police Chief, a body, some serious “sparks,” and more. Review by Carol Lichtenbaum.

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Jeffrey L. Reiner
Jeffrey L. Reiner

Jeffrey L. Reiner. In Memory.

Our kind, smart, generous, and extremely funny Rock of Gibraltar. Jeff played an important part in my life. By Sandra Novick.

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A NEW WORD!
A NEW WORD!

Lexicology and etymology. And such.

A new word!! And a great one at that. Do you know that feeling of being overwhelmed by an adorableness overload? Click thru! There’s a new word for that!! By self-professed language geek, Sandra Novick.

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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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Even If They Don't Ride Horses Anymore
Even If They Don't Ride Horses Anymore

Just Like He Said He Would. Episode 14.

With his mission completed, Jacob makes his way back to the people he loves. He is anxious to share his secret with them… and with us. An historical fiction series by Mary Ann DiLorenzo.

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Even If They Don't Ride Horses Anymore
Even If They Don't Ride Horses Anymore

Getting Ready to Go Home Again. Episode 13.

Jacob is getting closer to completing the “mission” that called him away. And, getting ready to make his way home. An historical fiction series by Mary Ann DiLorenzo.

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Even If They Don't Ride Horses Anymore
Even If They Don't Ride Horses Anymore

Time Marches On. Episode 12.

With no word from Jacob, his “people” back home are beginning to wonder when he is coming back. Or if. Time marches on. An historical fiction series by Mary Ann DiLorenzo.

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Hummingbird Recipe
Hummingbird Recipe

Lydia’s Buttermilk Pancakes

An original recipe passed through the generations, the lightest, most delicious pancakes you will ever eat!

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Hummingbird Recipe.
Hummingbird Recipe.

Sheet Pan Lasagne

A social media sensation, this Giada De Laurentiis recipe is as easy and delicious as she says it is!! A new favorite, I encourage you to try it! Buon appetito!

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Hummingbird Recipe.
Hummingbird Recipe.

Chocolate Guinness Cake

Recipe from Nigella Lawson. Just in time for your St. Patrick’s Day table. Céad Míle Fáilte! One hundred thousand blessings to you!

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Hummingbird Recipe
Hummingbird Recipe

Irish Soda Bread

St. Patrick’s Day is right around the corner. A great, tried-and-true recipe from Guest Contributor Judi Meisel. Over-the- op delicious!

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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