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    Saturday Meanderings

    ByMary Crozier August 18, 2023August 19, 2023

    Can this possibly be the next to the last Saturday in August? Part of me is trying to milk the most out of the last bit of summer because once Fall hits, then we are in full stride toward the holidays. There is something about the “lazy days of summer” that resonates right now. We…

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  • Living Simply and  Efficiently
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    Living Simply and Efficiently

    ByMary Crozier August 15, 2023August 14, 2023

    I recently purchased a new book, Simply Living Well by Julia Watkins. This hard cover book is a guide to creating a natural, low-waste home. The book is filled with great ideas and recipes on how to reduce what you consume and throw away. But it got me thinking about how we live. What are…

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  • How To Make Quick Refrigerated Pickled Cucumbers
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    How To Make Quick Refrigerated Pickled Cucumbers

    ByMary Crozier August 14, 2023August 14, 2023

    In the past, I have canned pickles but have never made refrigerated pickles. Not only am I surprised how easy they are to make, I am equally delighted with how delicious they taste. Whether you like dill or sweet pickles, you can make your own version of refrigerated pickled cucumbers in less than an hour….

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  • Saturday Meanderings
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    Saturday Meanderings

    ByMary Crozier August 11, 2023August 11, 2023

    From the extreme temperatures and the raging fires in Hawaii, Mother Nature is having a heyday. Our prayers are with those in Maui who are dealing with the devastation. We feel like we are in our mountain cocoon, where life is quiet and we are blessed with afternoon rains. Even though the retail stores are…

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  • Fun Watermelon Facts-and a few favorite recipes
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    Fun Watermelon Facts-and a few favorite recipes

    ByMary Crozier August 8, 2023August 7, 2023

    Can you believe it is August already? Summer is quickly slipping away and what better time to enjoy the fruit of the season. Is there any other fruit that conjures up such joy and happiness?  Summer, picnics and childhood memories? Watermelon is always an invited guest. It is refreshing and sweet and when chilled, provides…

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Welcome to Life at Bella Terra. I’m Mary and I am delighted you are here. Life at Bella Terra is about embracing what the present can bring by valuing what the past built. Here, from our historic property, I will share decorating, entertaining, gardening tips as well as my adventures in the kitchen. Occasionally you may see a DIY but it’s only because it was a rare success! I hope that this blog will be a place of comfort and joy and together, we will learn something from each other along the way. Learn more >

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