Monthly Archives: November 2012

The Pack Rat makes some Stuffing Pockets for Dinner

Posted on November 27, 2012 by chezsylvia

I am not a very sentimental person, but I am a pack rat.  Not to say nothing holds a special meaning to me.  Plenty of stuff does, but I hold on to things because I’m more afraid that once I … Continue reading →

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Big Brother and the Cookie with the Long Name: Oatmeal Pumpkin Cranberry Pecan Cookie

Posted on November 25, 2012 by chezsylvia

I have a secret to confess.  I watch Gossip Girl.  Damn you Netflix!  I’m up to season 4, and I have to say, I can only watch it a few episodes at a time.  I have to put it down … Continue reading →

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Let Calorie Fest 2012 Begin! First Up: Thanksgiving Dinner

Posted on November 23, 2012 by chezsylvia

This year, with my mother on holiday in China, it was just going to be me, my brothers, my father and my sister in law for Thanksgiving.  Just 5 people, but the most important people in my life.  So, I … Continue reading →

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A Short Trip in Memphis: BBQ, Blues and Ducks!

Posted on November 18, 2012 by chezsylvia

Last week was an interesting week for me.  I went to Memphis!  What made this trip interesting, besides being in Memphis, was that it was the first time I traveled alone, to attend a work related function, alone. I am … Continue reading →

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Gluten-less Brownie Experiment: Take 2 (Black Bean Brownies)

Posted on November 11, 2012 by chezsylvia

On Saturday, I went with my friend Shelley to try out this meetup group in the city.  This group was going to do a photography walk through Central Park to capture the fall foliage.  I’ve never done a meetup before, … Continue reading →

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One Girl, One Squash, Two Meals

Posted on November 4, 2012 by chezsylvia

It’s rough being a single gal who cooks her own food.  I mean, I could make it easy and just do take away, but that costs money and calories.  So, I cook, to save money, calories and to practice. However, … Continue reading →

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