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Thanks for responding...will have to wait as my lot has dwindled down to four mangos.


Recipe: Mango Cobbler with Coconut Whipped Cream Recipes from The Kitchn
5/12/13 2:11 PM

Reminds me of a mango pie a family friend used to make growing up in Central America. Love cobblers, and love mangos. Thank you for sharing, I will need to try this soon.
Do you know roughly how many mangos in four pounds?


Recipe: Mango Cobbler with Coconut Whipped Cream Recipes from The Kitchn
5/7/13 10:07 PM

dawls...I recognize the tables. They are Ikea Rast tables that they have hacked very nicely. Very nice job Jodi. Love the blanket.


Jodi's Modern Rustic Bedroom My Bedroom Retreat Contest
3/24/13 2:38 PM

Yes! It irks me that these would be called Edison bulbs.


Quick History: Edison Bulbs
Retrospect
9/26/12 8:06 PM

I agree with MDorothy, you don't have to fill space. I have lived in two houses with odd layouts that my friends jokingly refer to as the ballroom.
Suggestions on turning the furniture around are right on, as having all the furniture against a wall might give the room a bowling alley feel. Turning one of the sofa's back against the kitchen and place a low console or bookcase against he back to add some definition and storage.


What To Do with "Dead Man's Land" Space? Good Questions
7/2/12 1:29 PM

I live in Toronto and have a few succulents growing in the backyard. They probably do not propagate as well as they would in warmer weather.


Succulent Gardening, California Style
6/7/12 8:00 PM

Have to agree with mochene. I would not use foam cones. Even food grade styrofoam is iffy. Perhaps use a cream horn mold? they are fairly cheap, at $6. for a set of 6, and they are metal.


How To Make Ice Cream Cones
5/28/12 8:50 PM

Those who worry about bacteria...I have been doing this for years and nary a food poisoning episode. I remember friends in high school that had the Zojirushi Bento thermos that kept their food piping hot, and we are all doing well 20+ years later.


Skip The Microwave: Preheat Your Lunch At Home
3/15/12 6:51 PM

I usually order a red eye. That is a brewed coffee with a shot of espresso. Any barista, from the corporate Starbucks to the independent coffee shop will know that.
On rough days, I will order a black eye, which is a brewed coffee with two shots of espresso. I can feel my heartbeat when I get a black eye...


Barista Secrets: 3 Underground Coffee Drinks Not On The Menu
1/18/12 9:15 PM

that is an eggy in a basket.


Egg in a Basket from Joy of Oh Joy!
Breakfast with a Blogger
12/26/11 12:58 PM

Honeycrisp and Ambrosias.


What's Your Favorite Apple Variety?
11/10/11 10:43 PM

Ikea can make sturdy beds if put together well. The problem arises if you move the furniture often, and forget disassembling and trying to use it again.


What Makes a Quality Platform Bed?
Good Questions
10/14/11 9:30 PM

I just got back from Cinque Terre! It is beautiful.


The Colors of the Cinque Terre
Color Therapy
10/11/11 7:10 PM

as suggested by other posters, it could be something stuck under the fridge. sometimes break out the harsh stuff, like ajax or vim.
also, try a tray of kitty litter around the area to absorb the smell. just make sure you use clean litter.


Removing Smell from Fairly New Refrigerator?
Good Questions
10/8/11 3:31 PM

I do the same as strawberia, strawberries and nutella. It's made me the favorite aunt with some picky eaters.
I will need to try sunrei's version with condensed milk.


Try This! Strawberry Sandwiches
7/15/11 10:22 PM

same question as ploeff. is it the same as parchment paper?


How To: Print on Fabrics Using Freezer Paper Stencils
I Heart Art Baltimore
7/15/11 10:19 PM

Yep, fan of the fan. I am a light sleeper and every thing wakes me up, but the fan helps big time.


Get a Better Night Sleep Using White Noise
6/13/11 2:10 PM

I am trying to limit bread intake, but in similar lines, i add some wheat germ to just about anything. That is mainly because I got a huge bag of it for cheap. But it adds fiber, and a really nice nuttiness to a salad.


Try This! Sprinkle Breadcrumbs on Your Salads
6/8/11 8:41 PM

Oh yes. I try to read up on places to eat before going on any trip.
While we were in Miami, I did a side trip to the Florida Keys looking for the best key lime pie. Also, while travelling in Spain figured we should dip into Portugal to do some empirical tests on Natas.
I do want to go to Georgia next to check some peach cobbler.


Here To Eat: Ever Visited a City Just for the Food?
6/7/11 8:22 PM

RKeller- Katie said she is renting, so that is likely not an option.
Katie- I would not paint the ceiling a dark color if it already appears low. The dark color will make it look even lower. You can try going monochromatic with the walls, to make it look more expansive. Also, not sure if it will work with lower ceilings, but I have seen some makeovers that have used fabric to cover the ceiling. It is not permanent so that might be an option?


How To Mask Popcorn Ceiling?
Good Questions
4/22/11 1:14 PM