Monthly Archives: December 2009

Life of Pasta

Posted on December 26, 2009 by marijean

First, there was Life of Pie — the months in which I tried, failed, and tried again to become a master pie baker, baking my way through dozens of pie recipes. Then, I decided to learn to knit, and have … Continue reading →

Posted in Charlottesville | Tagged Brian Geiger, cooking, Life of Pasta, Life of Pie, the food geek | 1 Comment

Merry Christmas Eve; a night for giving thanks

Posted on December 24, 2009 by marijean

Most people give thanks on Thanksgiving, but Christmas Eve is a time that I pause and think about the year, and everything I have to be thankful for. Four years ago I was in the exact place I sit right … Continue reading →

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Family Photo Day is Hair. I mean Here.

Posted on December 23, 2009 by marijean

This afternoon we will be striking unnatural poses for our awkward family photo. There may be a last minute battle, who knows? The girl (as I think YOU all knew she would) is suffering from regret over her hissy fit … Continue reading →

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Donner, Party of Four

Posted on December 21, 2009 by marijean

It’s day three of being snowed in at Chez Jaggers. Mark is going out of his mind and can’t wait to get out of here. No plows have been anywhere near our neigborhood. We’re running low on food, but only … Continue reading →

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Snowbound in Central Virginia

Posted on December 20, 2009 by marijean

We are housebound; snowstuck. Beginning Friday afternoon snow fell for about 20 hours leaving about 22″ of powdery, sparkly, cold stuff. Check out our deck: there’s a grill under there … Continue reading →