http://kaypendragon.gather.com Recent Articles on Gather by Laura C. en-us Copyright Gather Inc 2009 Fri, 08 Jan 2010 21:29:27 GMT 2010-01-08T21:29:27Z en-us Copyright Gather Inc 2009 http://www.gather.com/images/header/logo_gather.gif http://www.gather.com/ http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977661133 This past sunday afternoon, John and I participated in the National MS Society walk in Hershey PA. According to the MS Society's website "Walk MS is the signature fundraising event of the . . . Mon, 20 Apr 2009 17:55:11 GMT http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977661133 Laura C. 2009-04-20T17:55:11Z http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977655764 I had MOAB training today at work.  MOAB stands for Management of Aggressive Behavior and our class was taught by a retired VA state trooper who now works for a private security firm.  Most . . . Tue, 14 Apr 2009 15:56:09 GMT http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977655764 Laura C. 2009-04-14T15:56:09Z http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977615058 This is by far my favorite crock-pot recipe.  It's easy, takes very little prep work, is sooo forgiving and always tastes great.  As an added bonus, the leftovers freeze well too! The . . . Fri, 06 Mar 2009 14:34:18 GMT http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977615058 Laura C. 2009-03-06T14:34:18Z http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977607859 (No I do not know who comes up with these days but I found it here: http://www.brownielocks.com/february.html ) Today we celebrated with Black bean and chicken chili. It was delicious. It has . . . Thu, 26 Feb 2009 19:38:50 GMT http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977607859 Laura C. 2009-02-26T19:38:50Z http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977452318 It's my birthday today! Just thought you all should know. Thu, 18 Sep 2008 13:53:40 GMT http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977452318 Laura C. 2008-09-18T13:53:40Z http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977436181 "The first 3-1/2 acre rose garden opened in 1937. By 1942 Hershey Gardens expanded to a dazzling 23-acre botanical garden.  Now filled with breathtaking theme gardens, brilliant seasonal displays, . . . Mon, 01 Sep 2008 19:22:08 GMT http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977436181 Laura C. 2008-09-01T19:22:08Z http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977436160 "The Butterfly House at Hershey Gardens is home to more than 300 of these marvelous creatures. Representing nearly 25 butterfly varieties, the Butterfly House has nectar plants for food and host . . . Mon, 01 Sep 2008 18:43:35 GMT http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977436160 Laura C. 2008-09-01T18:43:35Z http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977432129 "Against a backdrop of comedy, drama, mystery, suspense and sometimes an outright defiance of the most powerful monarch in the entire known world, unbridled merriement somehow manages to reign supreme . . . Thu, 28 Aug 2008 03:23:34 GMT http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977432129 Laura C. 2008-08-28T03:23:34Z http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977431503 The Smithsonian’s National Zoo located in Northwest Washington, D.C has a number of adorable metal statues scattered throughout the site. An anteater in front of the small mammal house. . . . Wed, 27 Aug 2008 14:48:15 GMT http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977431503 Laura C. 2008-08-27T14:48:15Z http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977426706 My friend Crystal had never been on the rollercoasters at Hershey before this year (despite many visits).  But she braved all her fears and rode them all this year! The Lightning racer: . . . Thu, 21 Aug 2008 15:51:56 GMT http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977426706 Laura C. 2008-08-21T15:51:56Z http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977424085 On Sunday, we visited the Smithsonian’s National Zoo located in Northwest Washington, D.C.  I'd like to share with you some of the highlights of our trip. The National Zoo is Huge (163 acres)!  . . . Mon, 18 Aug 2008 13:20:47 GMT http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977424085 Laura C. 2008-08-18T13:20:47Z http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977415051 I admit - I don't like cooking so I don't do it much.  But we do still follow the tradition of a big sunday supper.  This week's recipe was soo delicious that I had to share it with . . . Wed, 06 Aug 2008 14:34:21 GMT http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977415051 Laura C. 2008-08-06T14:34:21Z http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977399765 This week I visited the Lancaster Central Market, the USA's oldest farmer's market. The Lancaster Central Market is held on Tuesdays, Fridays and Saturdays in a beautiful 109 year old . . . Thu, 17 Jul 2008 03:19:29 GMT http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977399765 Laura C. 2008-07-17T03:19:29Z http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977369550 I'm up for riding almost every ammusement park ride. I like Roller coasters,  water rides, carousels, and carnival . . . Wed, 11 Jun 2008 19:35:17 GMT http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977369550 Laura C. 2008-06-11T19:35:17Z http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977350851 I love food - nearly all types!  But my favorite food is the food I didn't have to make myself.  So, I love going out to eat.  Come with me on my recent visit to a great Manhattan restaurant! . . . Thu, 22 May 2008 02:32:47 GMT http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977350851 Laura C. 2008-05-22T02:32:47Z http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977342234 It's farm stand season so I have fresh veggies!   I'm looking for recipes using butter lettuce, but NOT salad!  I want some new and different ways to use lettuce. Anyone have . . . Fri, 09 May 2008 19:20:42 GMT http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977342234 Laura C. 2008-05-09T19:20:42Z http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977339507 http://sh1ft.org/26things/ "The challenge for May 2008 is to take 1 photograph for each letter of the alphabet - all 26 letters ." Well, I got all 26 of my photos today at the Hershey . . . Tue, 06 May 2008 04:34:46 GMT http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977339507 Laura C. 2008-05-06T04:34:46Z http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977338595 The next 26 Things project will run during May 2008 ! The challenge for May 2008 is to take 1 photograph for each letter of the alphabet - all 26 letters . For example, for 'A' you could . . . Sun, 04 May 2008 22:48:03 GMT http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977338595 Laura C. 2008-05-04T22:48:03Z http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977338582 I am in love with Epicurious.com.  The recipes there are great! Today I tried their Honey and Spice Loaf Cake (Bon Appétit |  December 1999)   http://www.epicurious.com/recipes/food/views/102698 . . . Sun, 04 May 2008 22:40:31 GMT http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977338582 Laura C. 2008-05-04T22:40:31Z http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977333305 I've been browsing http://www.epicurious.com/ recently.  Their recipes look so interesting!  I have a whole bunch waiting to test out in my "recipe box". Where do you get . . . Sun, 27 Apr 2008 18:36:09 GMT http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977333305 Laura C. 2008-04-27T18:36:09Z http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977329530 I just got a season pass to Hershey Park for this summer (now I can't wait for opening weekend: May 3rd!). Since one of my main reasons for buying the pass was so I can go take photos at the park . . . Tue, 22 Apr 2008 16:00:15 GMT http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977329530 Laura C. 2008-04-22T16:00:15Z http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977328637 I recently discovered a news article discussing the presidential hopefuls' 2007 tax return.  These numbers kind of bother me. The news article states that Obama and his wife, Michelle, reported . . . Mon, 21 Apr 2008 14:52:19 GMT http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977328637 Laura C. 2008-04-21T14:52:19Z http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977323089 Happy Tax day everyone!  And with all this worry about paying the government, I was thinking about money. Truthfully - once you've covered all your needs (paid the rent and the bills, . . . Tue, 15 Apr 2008 15:53:41 GMT http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977323089 Laura C. 2008-04-15T15:53:41Z http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977302731 Once again, it's time for another edition of "What I ate at the wedding".  This time the wedding was that of my good college buddy Bryan.  Say hello to our lovely bride and groom: . . . Sun, 06 Apr 2008 01:45:35 GMT http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977302731 Laura C. 2008-04-06T01:45:35Z http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977293899 A friend of mine is getting married this weekend and instead of a batchelor party, we're just gathering as friends at his new apartment on Friday night. I have tomorrow off so I figured I'd bake . . . Wed, 26 Mar 2008 14:33:26 GMT http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977293899 Laura C. 2008-03-26T14:33:26Z http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977293151 Like many other Gather members, I'm a participant in BZZ campaigns and I have a new one to talk about. I received a Clean and Clear Soft Facial kit from BZZ agent.  It came with "Steam" . . . Tue, 25 Mar 2008 17:23:26 GMT http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977293151 Laura C. 2008-03-25T17:23:26Z http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977283507 I have found my new favorite kale recipe.  In the past, I've just sauteed it and it was good, but this is better! Recipe comes from Mollie Katzen, author of the Moosewood Cookbooks.  . . . Thu, 13 Mar 2008 16:47:09 GMT http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977283507 Laura C. 2008-03-13T16:47:09Z http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977275497 Yesterday was such a beautiful day that we decided to take advantage of the nice weather and go for a walk. Wildwood Lake Sanctuary, on the outskirts of Harrisburg city, is a wetlands preserve . . . Tue, 04 Mar 2008 18:57:06 GMT http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977275497 Laura C. 2008-03-04T18:57:06Z http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977261851 My custard recipe comes from Marion Cunningham's "The Breakfast Book".  (Marion Cunningham is most well known for authoring the Fannie Farmer Cookbook.) 1/2 cup milk 1/2 cup . . . Tue, 19 Feb 2008 02:19:21 GMT http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977261851 Laura C. 2008-02-19T02:19:21Z http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977257567 With all this nasty weather, someone recently told me that it was "a hot cocoa and wooly socks day". So, I was wondering, How do you make your hot cocoa? Do you go all . . . Wed, 13 Feb 2008 15:57:53 GMT http://www.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474977257567 Laura C. 2008-02-13T15:57:53Z