Tag Archives: holidays

2012 – A Year of Expected and Unexpected Change

Posted on December 27, 2012 by The Retiring Sort

So in a few days, we’ll leave 2012 behind and start a new year. At the risk of being a little clichéd, it’s probably time for a little reflection, then a look to the future. I’ve had some major events in … Continue reading →

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If I Am What I Eat, Am I Different at the Holidays?

Posted on December 19, 2012 by The Retiring Sort

My Dad loved food, and was actually a pretty good cook. We had a tradition when we were little, where he booted Mom out of the kitchen on a Saturday every December, and spent the whole day baking and decorating … Continue reading →

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