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         The life and times of Mark and Paula Persons

Tuesday, December 21, 2010: Chef Paula made Almond bread on this winter day.  It is a recipe from neighbor Teresa Hirst.  Just excellent.

Chef Paula

Mark and Paula headed out to see some winter lights in the area. 

This was the shortest day of the year...just 8 hours and 35 minutes long with 15 hours and 25 minutes of darkness.  This Winter Solstice also marks the official beginning of winter. 

Then it started snowing so it was back to Gilbert Lodge for the evening.         

Aaahhh...a nice wood fire in the Grand Fireplace to warm the soul.

Paula prepared Chicken Tremendous in a slow-cooking crock pot.  She put chicken, rice, and two kinds of soup in the pot in the morning.  By night, it was ready and delicious.