I have loved our new tradition of sharing holiday recipes from readers in our annual guide that inserted into our newspapers last week. It’s so interesting to see what dishes everyone makes for their own friends and families this time of year. One dish that really intrigued me came from Rachel Hindle of Yoder. It …
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We attended a high school graduation this past week, and since I only knew one graduate, I had a little time to let my mind wander during the ceremony. I thought about how making friends has changed for me in the 20-plus years since I was in high school. It used to be so easy: …
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When the Mexican American Fastpitch Softball Tournament rolls into Newton every summer, Joey and I try to make it out to watch a few hours of the action. The games are definitely entertaining, but if I’m being honest, I’m mostly there for the food. Trying to pick what to eat from the various vendors is …
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