While nearly all our Christmases are memorable, 2009 will surely be one that will stand out in my mind in the future. It started out just as any other, with pictures before church: The Christmas Eve service was as lovely as ever with candlelit carols. Little did we know that we would continue to celebrate [...]

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Inspired by the Candle Cafe Cookbook Makes 1 large serving Ingredients: 1 small clove garlic, minced half of a medium yellow or white onion, diced 2 stalks celery, diced 0.75 cup cooked corn, from fresh or frozen 1 cup vegetable broth or water 1.5 t herbs de provence salt and pepper, to taste 4 drops [...]

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Good evening everyone! Thus far, Christmas Eve has been filled with all my favorite things: a brisk run, wrapping presents, a trip to Whole Foods, plus a little baking session. Indeed, I am partying like it’s my birthday—oh wait—it is my birthday:) Before my Christmas Eve began, however, I got a chance to check out [...]

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