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Ruby’s Diner in Old Town Orange, CA

Dan and I recently enjoyed a quick weekend trip with family to Southern California. Most of the family flew, we decided to drive. The last couple of trips by plane have ended up almost breaking even time wise – once you long term park, shuttle in… go through security, baggage claim, car rental, etc.  We …

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Does your home tell the story of who you are?

My stacked Anheuser-Busch wooden crates serve as end tables in my home and remind me of some special times with my late husband Ace and his family. I started collecting random wood crates after moving from my apartment to my home. I ended up getting one for free at a friend’s garage sale and my …

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Broccoli, Grape, and Pasta Salad

Well… I continue to “Pin” things on Pinterest and was very pleased with this keeper recipe – Broccoli, Grape, and Pasta Salad. It was featured on a “My Recipes” Pinterest board and pulled from Southern Living, September 2011. I’ve tried other broccoli salads that combine mayo, sugar, white wine vinegar, raisins, walnuts, peanuts or almonds. …

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