The LenaMina Record
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Christmas Through the Year
I didn’t bake a single cookie in December. Not one.
Cuisine
Our secret MN recipes often feature noodles, cans of things, and seasonal local ingredients.
Only At Christmas
No one ever fought over the ribbon candy. But when I crumbled its sugary bones between my tongue and the roof of my mouth, I found it good.
Laurie K and The Naturals
May we cherish those we love, and remember those with whom we’ve shared happy winter times.
Thanksgiving Reflections
I’m not a fan of Thanksgiving. I wish I was more like Cousin Lois and could see the holiday as an opportunity for reflection, food, and fun.
Peanut Butter Kisses
We all have our ways when it comes to Halloween candy.
Candles In Memory
All families have secrets. As people get older or pass away, the secrets come to light. Like Grandma Lena’s.
Shmokin’ To Freeport
It’s the town that welcomes you with a smile, and a cinnamon roll at Charlie’s Cafe.
Pickled Parts
We creatures of the earth shouldn’t eat each other’s lips. That’s my firm view.
A Commotion of Coots
Lake Osakis wore a black veil of birdlife – a coating of coots.
Dairy Queen Delights
Some things change, some stay the same.
