shades of brown

Stripes. Layers. Gradations. Stratification. Any way you say it, I'm delighted by the effect.

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gray area

It's not all black and white, folks.

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new favorites

The next time someone asks me to tell her my favorite cookie, I'll have a different answer than in times past. I've previously listed snickerdoodles and oatmeal scotchies (among others) as the cookies at the top of my list, but no more. The throne(♥) has been usurped.

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blending in

Would you judge me harshly if you knew that at one point in my life, I wore camouflage in a non-hunting capacity? I hope not. I wasn't the only one.

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no wrong way to eat a rhesus

I had to say it. Those critters are some of the eeriest animals I've ever seen.

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i have arrived!

You guys! My cherry coke float cupcakes have been featured on People.com in their feature on summer bbq recipes!

I couldn't be more excited. The article includes several outstanding recipes, so be sure to check it out!

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good gravy! (giveaway)

Ah, gravy. Red eye, chipped beef, or sawmill, you really can't go wrong when you're looking for a flavorful and comforting way to greet the day.

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