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Good News And Great News.

If you've been following me on Facebook and Twitter, you might have noticed some yummy new posts that I've been sharing the last few weeks. Maybe you've caught a few exciting announcements about...

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Growing up in Ontario bunnies were these cute little critters that lived in the field behind my house. They frolicked like cartoon characters come to life and feasted on my mom's flower gardens. My...

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The Grape Escape.

Do you ever get stuck in a rut? All your favourite shows are on hiatus, you're eating the same boring meatloaf every monday, all your socks are white, you order the same entree at the same...

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How To… Er… Wednesday: Easy As Pie.

I've never really understood that phrase. Making pie isn't exactly an easy task but eating pie is definitely both easy and delicious. That's what the phrase really refers to: something that's...

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How To Tuesday: Petal To The Metal.

You know that picture in your head, the impossibly perfect one? You see it when you're imagining how that royal icing flood will turn out. You see it in the back of your mind when attempting a side...

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Wordsmith.

I'm a huge fan of the written word. I love reading it, I love writing it and, above all, I love learning more about it. I'm one of those people that, when encountering a new word in a book, I...

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My Mind Lets Go A Thousand Things.

I've always been fascinated by the things our mind chooses to remember and the things it chooses to forget. I can't remember learning to whistle, but I can vividly remember that time in fifth grade...

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Death By Chocolate And The Birth Of A Blog.

Three years. I can't believe it's really been three years. Three years ago today I timidly introduced myself and stepped into the blogosphere. I baked cookies, snapped some photos, met you fine...

Feb 10, 2013 Like 2 people like this

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And The Winner Is…

Congratulations Siri of Cooking With Siri! You are the proud new owner of Pure Vanilla by Shauna Sever! It's a beautiful book and I just know you're going to love it! Please email me at hotpolkadot...

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Pure Vanilla.

When I found out my friend, Shauna of Piece of Cake was releasing yet another amazing cookbook, I was so happy for her! Then I found out it was all about one of my favourite things ever and I was...

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How To Tuesday: The Gift.

I am a gifted gifter. I'm not the type of person that asks what you want for Christmas. I'm the type of person that, through my powers of deduction and reasoning, I figure out exactly what you...

Dec 4, 2012 Like 1 person likes this

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From Us To You!

How's your holiday shopping going? I've got something that will definitely help! Because you deserve a little something special. Because this time of year is in the spirit of giving. Because I like...

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May The Cupcakes Be With You.

Halloween has always been one of my favourite holidays. As a kid I think I enjoyed the creativity and imagination behind each costume just as much as I enjoyed the candy. Sure Kit Kat bars and...

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Pink.

October is a month that's all about welcoming Fall. Baking pies and roasting turkeys for Thanksgiving. Raking leaves into neat piles, jumping in them and raking them all over again. Stringing up...

Oct 24, 2012 Like 1 person likes this

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Better Late Than Never.

I know, it's kind of late for peaches. Consider it my last ditch attempt to hold onto one of my favourite fruits and seasons. Summer is so fleeting and peache season is short-lived. This year we...

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Berry Good.

Meet Berrie. He's spunky, inquisitive, adventurous, incredibly smart, a little grumpy, a bit spoiled and definitely adorable. He enjoys mirrors, seed balls, messy baths, nomming on computer keys,...

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And The Winner Is…

Victoria of Victory is Sweet, you are the proud new owner of From the Family Kitchen! Congratulations! Please email me at hotpolkadot (at) live (dot) com to claim your prize and give me your...

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From The Family Kitchen.

This recipe is adapted from a long-time family favourite. Whether we were gathering for Christmas dinner, Easter lunch or just a casual dinner party, my Oma would be lovingly coerced to bring...

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Ninja Peaches.

I'd like to tell you a funny story or wax poetic about sunsets, but honestly I just don't have the time. You were probably going to skip all the words and go straight to the pretty pictures anyway....

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Smart Cookie.

I'm one of those rare people who not only tolerates wearing glasses, but actually loves it. I always envied people with glasses so when the day came that I was told I have a slight astigmatism I...

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Pink Lemonade.

I know, it's hot outside. I should be making ice cream, or popsicles, or lemonade. The last thing I should be doing is turning on the oven. But what if I made the doughnut version of lemonade? And...

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That Awkward Moment…

...when you're not sure if you're too tired or too awake. Brought to you by Rockstar energy drinks! Also know as the-most-you're-ever-going-to-have-to-pee-in-fourteen-hours. Also known as...

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How To Tuesday: Chocosaurus Rex.

Im presently propped up in bed with some of the fluffiest pillows Ive ever had the pleasure of smushing in our hotel room in Winnipeg. This week were visiting family and friends and keeping pretty...

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Vegetarian For A Day.

There have always been picky eaters. Cavemen families had trouble getting their little shaggy-haired fur-clad Ugg to eat his mammoth steak. Cleopatra had to wrestle with her son, Cesarian just to...

Jul 1, 2012 Like 1 person likes this

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The Cleanse.

One slice of tart never made anyone fat. One day of exercise never made anyone fit. The magic happens somewhere in between. I am a firm believer in eating the foods that you love in moderation...

Jun 15, 2012 Like 1 person likes this

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Raise A Glass!

Ive never been the sort of person who surrounds herself with hundreds of friends. But the few close friends that I do have, that stood the test of time and trials of distance, I will treasure...

Jun 6, 2012 Like 1 person likes this

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How To Tuesday: Pump Up The Volume.

Ive seen this tip floating around on the internets for a while now and I just couldnt resist sharing it. Youve got to love those simple yet effective fixes! If youre like me and enjoy some tunes on...

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Springkles.

Spring is a time for new beginnings. Its when all life wipes the sleep from blurry eyes and timidly steps into the sunlight to greet the world. Windows are swung open, bicycles are dusted off,...

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And The Winner Is…

Kathryn you are the winner of the Zekes Candy Company butterscotch! You are in for a treat for sure! Just email me at hotpolkadot (at) live (dot) com to claim your prize and give me your mailing...

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Good News And Great News.

How To Tuesday: Funny Bunny.

The Grape Escape.

How To… Er… Wednesday: Easy As Pie.

How To Tuesday: Petal To The Metal.

Wordsmith.

My Mind Lets Go A Thousand Things.

Death By Chocolate And The Birth Of A Blog.

And The Winner Is…

Pure Vanilla.

How To Tuesday: The Gift.

From Us To You!

May The Cupcakes Be With You.

Pink.

Better Late Than Never.

Berry Good.

And The Winner Is…

From The Family Kitchen.

Ninja Peaches.

Smart Cookie.

Pink Lemonade.

That Awkward Moment…

How To Tuesday: Chocosaurus Rex.

Vegetarian For A Day.

The Cleanse.

Raise A Glass!

How To Tuesday: Pump Up The Volume.

Springkles.

And The Winner Is…

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