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

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First Snow by Mary Oliver. The beauty and “awesomeness” of nature is the essence, and quite possibly the answer to, well… everything.

First Snow by Mary Oliver. The beauty and “awesomeness” of nature is the essence, and quite possibly the answer to, well… everything.

Choose Wisely. A quote from Maria Shriver that encourages us to make life choices that count. We can and we should.

Choose Wisely. A quote from Maria Shriver that encourages us to make life choices that count. We can and we should.

“You know why when people retire they buy those recreational vehicles and drive around?” Click thru for a surprising answer! By Sandra Novick.

“You know why when people retire they buy those recreational vehicles and drive around?” Click thru for a surprising answer! By Sandra Novick.

Book Shorts. Reviews in a Nutshell. Down Cemetery Road by Mick Herron. A thrilling & chilling series of events unfolds. A great read. Hold on for dear life! Review by Barry Novick.

Book Shorts. Reviews in a Nutshell. Down Cemetery Road by Mick Herron. A thrilling & chilling series of events unfolds. A great read. Hold on for dear life! Review by Barry Novick.

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“And when I die…”
“And when I die…”

“And When I Die…”

“You know why when people retire they buy those recreational vehicles and drive around?” Click thru for a surprising answer!

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Do our Animals Love Us?
Do our Animals Love Us?

The Rock Star Had Arrived.

And that improbably rock star was me. In that moment I wondered, do they love me? Or do they just love that I feed them, pet them, walk them, and adore them? Spoiler alert—we think they do. Click thru to learn more!

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The Shape of Memories
The Shape of Memories

The Forte Towers Complaints Department

Was this story really true? Does it matter? Remembering and yearning for a simpler time— when children had a sense of peace, the cloak of a loving family and the comfort of assurance that comes along with that. By Beth Kalet.

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North Fork - Brooklyn - Sag Harbor

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North Fork

North Fork

Brooklyn

Brooklyn

Sag Harbor

Sag Harbor

Stories.

Fiction, Essays, Series & New Writers

Stories
My Whole World. Episode 15.
My Whole World. Episode 15.

Life Goes Full Circle. Episode 15.

Jacob understands that Willie’s first priority is keeping his family together, just as his was long ago. And right now that means staying in Georgia. Jacob is challenged by his own wanting Willie to come back to Kansas. Historical fiction by Mary Ann DiLorenzo.

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SOLID WALLS
SOLID WALLS

Walls That Were Meant to Protect

What was inside the walls was a life that was quite different than it appeared. A story about life in post WWII Germany. By Helene Munson.

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My Whole World. Episode 14.
My Whole World. Episode 14.

Episode 14. Finally, Word from Decatur.

A letter from Willie. It’s hard to know, but it sounds like things are going fine…
Historical fiction by Mary Ann DiLorenzo.

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Food.

Recipes, Restaurants & More

Food
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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Shepherd’s Pie
Shepherd’s Pie

A Crowd Pleaser!

Warm and comforting, this Shepherd’s Pie is perfect for fending off the impending blizzard forecasted for the Northeast. Comfort food on steroids!! Recipe by Sandra Novick.

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Ina Garten’s Amazing Pan-Fried, Caramelized Onion Dip
Ina Garten’s Amazing Pan-Fried, Caramelized Onion Dip

Another Dip Recipe for Super Bowl Sunday 2026!

Ina Garten does not disappoint with this Pan-Fried Caramelized Onion Dip circa 1999, and still relevant! Hummingbird suggests you have plenty on hand.

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Seven (or Eight) Layer Super Bowl Taco Dip
Seven (or Eight) Layer Super Bowl Taco Dip

Get Ready for Super Bowl 2026!

A favorite for Super Bowl Sunday, this 7 or 8 layer taco dip is so delicious… and it’s nearly game time! What will you be making? Hummingbird Recipe by Sandra Novick.

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Not For Foodies Only

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Little Gems

Hummingbird Weekly Quote, Book Reviews, Poetry, Travel & Information that Delights

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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