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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…

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Entertaining | Farmers Market | healthy eating | Outdoor living | Recipes | summer entertaining | Uncategorized

Tomato, Peach and Corn Salad
ByMary Crozier September 1, 2017July 22, 2020

It is STILL very hot here in Phoenix and this recipe is cool and refreshing. Wherever you are celebrating Labor Day, this salad is full of fresh, summer ingredients and is very simple to make. With just a few ingredients and a light dressing, this is a perfect accompaniment to something off the grill. Since…

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breakfast | Entertaining | Farmers Market | healthy eating | Neighborhood | Outdoor living | Recipes | summer entertaining | Uncategorized

Uptown Farmers Market
ByMary Crozier August 23, 2017September 9, 2017

I love our neighborhood as it provides the best of both rural and urban living. Even though we are 10 minutes from downtown Phoenix (the 5th largest city in the US), our North Central neighborhood feels like it is miles away. A few years ago, my friend and neighbor, Bo Mostow, called me to discuss…

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Outdoor living | planting | Recipes | renovation | traditions | travel | Uncategorized

My Trip Back East
ByMary Crozier August 18, 2017August 19, 2017

I just returned from a 7-day trip to the east coast. 5 flights, 3 hotels, 2 different rental cars and lots of driving and a wide variety of activities. There is quite a bit to share with you so please forgive the longer post. Monday, I flew into Reagan National Airport in Washington, D.C. and…

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exercise | flowers | Gardening | Outdoor living | vacation

Enjoying California
ByMary Crozier July 30, 2017June 18, 2022

As you know, in Phoenix, it is nearly impossible to do anything outside due to the summer heat. During our recent trip to California, I could not wait to get outdoors and enjoy the beautiful temperate climate and the sweet ocean breezes. I was born and raise on the East Coast and I believe that…

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