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It’s Been A Year!

ByMary Crozier September 14, 2017September 14, 2017

A year ago today, I sent my first blog post of Life at Bella Terra. It was an intimidating moment, because I thought “who would ever want to read this?” I don’t consider myself a very good writer and I’m really trying to improve upon that. But your words of encouragement have brought me back…

A wonderful 4th of July!

ByMary Crozier July 5, 2017July 28, 2017

We had a WONDERFUL day celebrating the 241st anniversary of the independence of America! The Annual Bull Frog Loop parade (Bull Frog Loop is the name of our street) goes by our cabin. It’s the perfect time to host a brunch for our neighbors and friends before the parade.

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Easter Lamb Cake

ByMary Crozier April 16, 2017March 25, 2024

Easter lamb cake (known as agnuszek or baranek wielkanocny in Polish) is a traditional Eastern European dessert. Every year during my childhood, we looked forward to Mom making the traditional Easter Lamb cake. The cast iron mold was a cherished gift from her mother. I knew, being one of 5 children, that I probably wasn’t the…

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Happy St. Patrick’s Day

ByMary Crozier March 17, 2017March 15, 2022

May the Irish hills caress you. May her lakes and rivers bless you. May the luck of the Irish enfold you. May the blessings of Saint Patrick behold you. St. Patrick’s Day is a significant day for our family. March 17 is my Mother’s birthday. Mom passed away in 2014 at the age of 89….

All Things Valentine

ByMary Crozier February 10, 2017January 23, 2023

February is the month of romance. I do some limited decorating for this fun holiday-who doesn’t love the colors of red or pink! As with most holidays, I am interested in its origins, its traditions and why we celebrate. Here are a few fun facts about Valentine’s Day. 1. The most popular theory about the…

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