Category Archive: good information

Jun 18 2013

Dont Panic

Its tid bit Tuesday! That means it’s  time for over sharing- When I was in my early twenties I used to suffer from debilitating panic attacks. They were usually brought on by similar stress triggers- unpleasant events in my life, money worries, etc. They would also occur as a result of things in the news. …

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Jun 05 2013

By The Sea

Its oxymornon day- formerly known as Wordy Wordless Wednesday! Many of you know I dream of a cottage by the water. I stick to my beliefs that dreams can come true. While I wait for my dream to become a reality I enjoy looking at this lovely piece of art. I know it may seem …

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Apr 12 2013

Prop It Up

I am constantly trying to improve my photography. I have amassed a great collection of props and backgrounds.I need several large totes to hold most of them. Others are in various areas of my art room. This does not include all of the dishware and glassware I use. I keep that all in the kitchen. …

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Mar 12 2013

Flutter By

It’s Tid Bit Tuesday, time for a little over sharing…I have a real fondness for butterflies. I know that most people think butterflies are beautiful. I say most people. Because, I understand there is a “common” phobia of butterflies called Lepidopterophobia (it also includes moths ). I associate butterflies with something good. I can recall …

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Feb 18 2013

Steamed Alaskan King Crab

We postponed our valentines dinner until Friday night. We made  sauteed shrimp ( I’ve shared that recipe with you before) and then we made some fabulous steamed crab legs for our main course. It was delish. But, it’s not much of a recipe to share with you today. So I thought I’d give you a …

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Feb 08 2013

National Girl Scout Cookie Day

February 8th has been declared national Girl Scout Cookie Day by the Girl Scouts of America. How terrific is that! A day dedicated to Girl Scout cookie eating! I was a part of the Girl Scouts for many years. I started as a Brownie and continued until I was a Brownie Leader. I was a …

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Jan 15 2013

H2O

Tid Bit Tuesday-  Water, good ole’ H2O. I drink it, I drink a lot of it. A minimum of 64 ounces every day. I fill up a jug every morning, it makes it easier to gauge how much I have had during the day. I take a  bottle of water with me every time I …

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Dec 11 2012

Brand Loyalty

It”s Tid Bit Tuesday today. Time for over sharing. I’m keeping short today, no deep personal things to share today but… I am sharing that I am brand loyal. At least when it comes to bathroom grooming products. I am a Dove fan, have been for years. So I grabbed all of the dove products …

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Dec 04 2012

Feathers a tid bit and tutorial

It’s tid bit Tuesday, today and  I’m all fluffy and feathered, giggle…. well let me explain.  I am a crafty type ( but that tid bit is really well known isn’t it?) When I was decorating last week I  wanted something fluffy and white to hang above the mantle  (you can see what I mean here).   I grabbed …

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Nov 20 2012

Dream On

It’s Tid Bit Tuesday and it’s Thanksgiving week too. So just a couple of bloggy notes before I jump into today’s tid bit. The Book Club-I am saddened to say the book club has ended due to lack of participation. We had a good run and I am so sorry to see it end. Instead …

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Nov 13 2012

My Inner Voice

It’s Tid Bit Tuesday. I hope you have been enjoying this ongoing theme in my posts. We all know the importance of listening to our inner voice. Sometimes, it whispers sometimes it shouts. Lately my inner voice has been shouting “stop multitasking and concentrate on what you love doing!” Now I realize that probably sounds …

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Nov 02 2012

Gobble Gobble Giveaway

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It’s Time for the new giveaway!!! Some of you know it was my birthday yesterday ( Nov 1) so I’m giving YOU gifts! What? Giggle that’s right and I’m calling it The Gobble Gobble Giveaway  because it celebrates one of my favorite holidays. Prizes-Autumn Colors Necklace, Metal Leaf Napkin Holder with Napkins, Autumn Craft Ribbon …

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Oct 26 2012

Cottage Shed

It occurred to me the other day that I didn’t share something very important….What we did this summer! I say “we” loosely. My sweet hubby and our nephew  finished our anniversary gift in August. They worked almost every weekend this summer to get this beauty completed. Do any of you remember the garden shed that I …

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Oct 17 2012

Our Granddaughter, Stop Bullying Words Do Hurt

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It’s Wordy, Wordless Wednesday….Today’s photos are more serious than usual and are not my photography.They are the work of the talented photographer Lisa Tucker. Those of you who visit regularly know that I have written about my experience with bullying and our granddaughters experience with bullying ( although I kept her experiences private). Lisa Tucker of Lisa …

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Oct 16 2012

Tea Time

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It’s Tid Bit Tuesday and today’s share is probably already known by some of you. I drink tea. I think it’s in my blood. Being from England, we start drinking tea when we are quite young ( usually with lots of milk). I now drink decaffeinated tea ( Doctors orders). But it is tea just without …

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Sep 06 2012

Thursday Favorite Things Blog Hop Linky Party 52

It’s time for the Thursday Favorite Things Blog Hop Linky party! Thank you to all who make this blog hop so much fun! This week my co host is Cynthia from Antiquity Travelers Please share the hop with your readers and please let me know if you would like to co-host. I love to have …

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Jul 24 2012

Tid Bit Tuesday My Blogger Interview

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 It’s  Tid Bit Tuesday time to share a more intimate look at my life.This week the lovely Char from The Epic Adventures of a Modern Mom posted an interview with yours truly. It is an honor to be featured on her blog and I am grateful for her generosity.. You can read the interview by …

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Jul 10 2012

Tid Bit Tuesday An Angels Message

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I started a weekly post called Tid Bit Tuesday a while ago. I share a more intimate look at my life. If you would like to read previous Tid Bit Tuesday Posts you can click on the tab at the top of my blog. I was a little apprehensive at first about how much to …

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Jul 06 2012

Beautiful Basil

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I hope all of my US friends enjoyed a fun and safe fourth of July celebration.I look forward to reading your posts. Our Basil is growing beautifully and I have been enjoying its wonderful fragrance and fabulous taste. I add basil to sauces, use it for pesto, chop it and sprinkle it in salads and …

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Apr 20 2012

Time For A Picnic

It’s Earth Day on Sunday and The Nature Conservatory is encouraging us all to have a picnic. The world’s largest and most delicious Earth Day celebration ever. How fun! Everyone loves a picnic right? Remember to keep it green. Use your own plates and silverware. Also, if you pack it in ( to your picnic …

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Apr 17 2012

That book

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You know that book…. the one that grabs you by the heart strings. The one that draws you in so quickly  it’s almost like the world around you somehow blurs.Where the only sound you hear is the brushing of your hand against the pages as you turn each one.  You know that book? Bloom, is …

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Feb 13 2012

Meals On Monday Royal Mac and Cheese

It’s time for meals on Monday, and today’s recipe is a fun Valentine’s dish ( Valentines Day is tomorrow)! If you are not a lobster fan this recipe is terrific with shrimp too. It’s easy to make and doesn’t take much time to prepare either. Enjoy. What You Need 3/4 to 1 Lb Lobster ( …

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Jan 31 2012

2296

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2296! No this is not a post about the year 2296. Although I love sci fi, and would enjoy a story or movie based in the year 2296. It is a post about the future. The future of Katherines Corner. 2296 is the number of amazing, outstanding, totally wonderful, followers  ( bloggy friends) who currently …

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Jan 30 2012

Meals On Monday Chicken Pot Pie

Chicken pot pie, it’s a simple and delicious food perfect for a cold winter meal . I like cleaning out the fridge and throwing it all in! ( veggies) But, I’m keeping this one  simple. This is a perfect meal for leftover chicken, or for a rotisserie chicken from the market.     What You …

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Jan 28 2012

Happy Pink Saturday and The Winner Is

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It’s Saturday and I’m joining Beverly for Pink Saturday today. My contribution is a photo of my new little pink box. It’s on a table in my art room. Thank you to those of you who participated in the giveaway and to those who encouraged and helped to promote it too. I am always grateful. …

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Jan 27 2012

Pinteresting

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image from my tea time board ( source google.com) Okay, I know a lot of you have already discovered, and are actively addicted to,   Well…….I have succumbed to the peer pressure, giggle. I created my page and a couple of boards on Wednesday evening. Now that I know more about it I think I …

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Jan 24 2012

Saturday Installation

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This past weekend was a busy one, my sweet hubby took a rare weekend off and guess what we did……go ahead…guess….that’s right! You guessed correctly didn’t you? We had to install a new microwave! ( well we made chili too, see below) We built our lovely home in 2005 and we were hopeful all of the appliances …

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Jan 09 2012

Meals On Monday, Ham and Sage Noodles

I’ve given it a lot of thought and I have  decided to morph Meatless Monday into Meals on Monday. You can always count on me to share veggie recipes and delish dessert recipes . But now I  will share  a variety of poultry, pork , seafood and occasionally beef recipes on Monday too. I hope you …

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Jan 02 2012

Meatless Monday is Back with Katies Stuffed Zucchini

Meatless Monday is back! Today I’m sharing my stuffed zucchini recipe, enjoy.       What You’ll Need 2 Medium zucchini (about 1 lb) 2 Tbsp butter 1 Clove garlic (minced) 2 Tbsp white onion (chopped) 2 Cups soft bread cut into small cubes your choice of bread (white or sour dough is great) 1/2 …

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Dec 30 2011

Do You Oosouji, New Year 2012

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Christmas has come down at our house. Boxes have been packed, angels have been wrapped in tissue paper and everything is securely packed away until Christmas 2012. It’s so much quicker taking it all down isn’t it? It’s a little sad though,no more holiday music or twinkling lights,no presents, mistletoe or holiday movies… But now I am  focused on the new year …

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