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Archive for February, 2007

Wee Sam in a buddha hold. Some babies like their feet to peek out, some like them tucked in. Excellent position for babies that are just starting to master head control, but need a little support. This position really allows them a glimpse of the world (or a close up of their [...]

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flowers pouch sling

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Baby Tula is getting too big for the cradle hold. If babe still has no head control, this is a stage to start transitioning to the buddha hold. Some babies are to big to fit well in the buddha hold. Try again when baby has head control, they will love the view. [...]

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Tavalota

We were in the lap of sweet luxury when we moved my birthday party to Tavalota. New to Belltown and BEAUTIFUL we had to try it. Who knew beer and wine went so well with powder sugar donut holes? Try out the cannoli with a hint of orange….mmmmmmmmm.

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Udon noodle stir-fry

This is some cutting and that’s about it. Very yummy and full of nothing but good for you. Serves probably three realistically.
*10 oz. japanese udon noodles, cooked al dente in salted h2o, rinsed in cold water and set aside.*4 Tbsp. raw sesame seeds toasted in a dry skillet and set aside.*4 Tbsp. cilantro, [...]

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Spent the early afternoon learning more about babywearing. Checking out and trying on Corey Colwell’s Sling Library could take a full day. Corey and her friend Nikki loan out just about any type/brand of carrier you can think of. You can take a carrier for a two week spin before [...]

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Sacha’s ring sling

Paloma fabric on the pocket. This sling has a fully lined velcro closure.

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Yes, more soup. It’s what I said I would learn to make this year. This was a spin on a Deborah Madison recipe from her Local Flavors book. Serves about 4-6. Make the latke batter first and set it aside until the soup is done.
LATKES
*4 medium russet potatoes, peeled and grated*2 eggs, [...]

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wee one quilt

made this for my friend sara’s wee one. it’s so rewarding when people send you photos.

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Onion Soup

I think this original recipe is from the first Moosewood cookbook. My friend James and I made this a winter staple in college. Of course we always liked to make anything that included a bit of drink.
-5 cups thinly sliced onions (no red)-clove garlic chopped-6 Tbsp. butter-1 quart stock-1 Tbsp. tamari-3 Tbsp. dry [...]

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