Monthly Archives: November 2009

BBC’s new “Emma”

If you are an Austen fan and haven’t seen BBC’s entertaining new version of Emma, you can watch the entire mini-series thanks to friendly YouTube’rs.  Go HERE to start with Episode 1, Part 1 (there are a total of 4 episodes, each with several parts).  While not my favorite version, it is slightly more true...

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Turkey Party 2009 (Chicago style)

I officially declare the 6th Annual Turkey Party (after a one-year hiatus) a success!  The turkey was ridiculously moist and flavorful and declared to be better than most mothers’, a compliment I do not take lightly.  The contributed dishes were delicious and the company entertaining.  Hurray for Thanksgiving! The Monday before I had yet to...

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Dearest friends not in Chicago,

Wishing that each and every one of you could join me at a long table tonight as we (over)indulge in turkey and all of the delicious fixins you would bring. Remembering fondly, K~ Dearest friends in Chicago, I’m looking forward to sharing this tradition with each of you! Anticipating, K~

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