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I'm presently two months ahead on writing posts for the blog, so I'm wondering if I should schedule two posts per day during summer rather than end up three months ahead of myself. Probably maybe might. :)

After experimenting for six months I have figured out how to make a large NY style pepperoni pizza (including the sauce) at home using common ingredients that cost about $5.00. My guy absolutely loves it and wants me to make it all the time. Given that most large pizzas are three times what my homemade one costs I might share my recipe on the blog next time I make one. I've never published a from-scratch recipe online so I'm a bit nervous.

I'm seeing a lot of outdated info and maps on the different places we've been visiting, and I love these towns, so I'm considering writing a free e-book on places to visit and walk through, and some of the loveliest features.

Along with my planned art quilt, my 2025 mini-quilt project and everything else I have on my plate, I think that's enough to keep me busy this summer. :)

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Maria Zannini said…
I'd love to see your pizza recipe.
Lately, I don't have enough hours in the day to do what I need to do, let alone write on my blog.

To impede my progress, I dropped a package of frozen chuck roast from the top shelf of my freezer onto my foot. I thought I had broken it, but the swelling is starting to go down. I'm able to put some weight on it today.
Hopefully, I'll get my kitchen back at the end of the week and I can get back to cooking. For now, I still have to stay off my feet and try not to let anything else fall on me.
May 4, 2025 at 5:19 AM
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