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Stuffed Red Pepper. The Challenge: What to do
with one beautiful red bell pepper, and also
use only ingredients I already had in my pantry
and fridge. This might be my best stuffed
pepper yet! Recipe by Sandra Novick.

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CIOPPINO! Authentic Italian Fish Stew. This hearty Hummingbird favorite transports us to Northern Italy. Buon appetito!! Recipe from Jay Miller.

CIOPPINO! Authentic Italian Fish Stew. This hearty Hummingbird favorite transports us to Northern Italy. Buon appetito!! Recipe from Jay Miller.

I Worried. By Mary Oliver. Touching upon our humanness, gently, with humor, and with wisdom. A MUST READ, especially for all the worriers out there—you know who you are!

I Worried. By Mary Oliver. Touching upon our humanness, gently, with humor, and with wisdom. A MUST READ, especially for all the worriers out there—you know who you are!

Always Looking For the Truth. A Quote from Christiane Amanpour, CNN Chief International Anchor, who after 43 years, will depart CNN. Curated by Sandra Novick.

Always Looking For the Truth. A Quote from Christiane Amanpour, CNN Chief International Anchor, who after 43 years, will depart CNN. Curated by Sandra Novick.

Dinner with Sting & Cillian. Hosting a dinner party while being charming, witty, and utterly fabulous. Oh yeah! By Lynda Bernard.

Dinner with Sting & Cillian. Hosting a dinner party while being charming, witty, and utterly fabulous. Oh yeah! By Lynda Bernard.

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GENIUS!
GENIUS!

The MacArthur Foundation 2026 “Genius” Grants.

Something to be super happy, proud, and hopeful about. Did you ever hear of the MacArthur Foundation “Genius” Grants? This is really great!

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In Praise of Mallomars
In Praise of Mallomars

There are cookies, and then there are Mallomars. 

“I don’t mean I vaguely prefer them to some other cookies. I mean I have an actual affection for Mallomars.” There is some serious brand loyalty going on here! Click thru for the skinny.

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September 11, 2001. We Will Never Forget.
September 11, 2001. We Will Never Forget.

25 Years. Still Our Hearts Ache.

We Will Never Forget...You. Poignant and heart wrenching words from Catherine Hernandez in 2008. So much of our country's story is told here. Indeed, we must never forget.

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Life Short. Dinner with Sting and Cillian.
Life Short. Dinner with Sting and Cillian.

Hosting a dinner party while being charming, witty, and utterly fabulous. Oh yeah! By Lynda Bernard.

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Still Riding Horses.
Still Riding Horses.

Tattered and Worn. Episode 2.

Just like the old oak tree, the Strong family roots run deep. Betty Lou knew, that despite her grief, she would not be shaken. Original historical fiction by Mary Ann DiLorenzo. Still Riding Horses is Dusty Town Series 7.

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Still Riding Horses.
Still Riding Horses.

A Living Legacy. Episode 1.

The Strong Family saga continues after Jacob’s death. A heartbroken family picks up the pieces. Original historical fiction by Mary Ann DiLorenzo. Still Riding Horses is Dusty Town Series 7.

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Hummingbird Recipe.
Hummingbird Recipe.

CIOPPINO! Authentic Italian Fish Stew.

This hearty Hummingbird favorite transports us to Northern Italy.
Buon appetito!! Recipe from Jay Miller.

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Chocolate Applesauce Loaf Cake
Chocolate Applesauce Loaf Cake

The Most “Called-For” Hummingbird Recipe!

Moist, chocolatey, and delicious, with no eggs or dairy! Dress it up, or serve simple and easy. Recipe from Sandra Novick.

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Hummingbird Recipe. Lagita’s Quick Apple Cake.
Hummingbird Recipe. Lagita’s Quick Apple Cake.

Quick & Easy Apple Cake

A favorite, tried and true recipe. With apples of all kinds available… apple cake! We warn you…home-style deliciousness overload.

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Oatmeal Raisin Breakfast Cookies
Oatmeal Raisin Breakfast Cookies

Oatmeal Raisin Breakfast Cookies

Somehow I forgot about this recipe! Delicious, and somewhat healthy, I love having a batch on hand so I can grab one along with my resident barista prepared espresso in the morning. Am I feeling spoiled? You bet I am!

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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